In this episode of Double Tap on YouTube, Steven and Shaun discuss the visual description app called PiccyBot, how audio description needs to maintain human narration with a leading AD provider, and what they've both been buying ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

The conversation begins with the developer of PiccyBot, Martin Van Der Spek. They discuss the app's features, development process, and the impact it has on the blind and low vision community. Martin shares his journey from creating Talking Goggles to developing PiccyBot, emphasizing the importance of recognition software for accessibility.

We also learn about the purchases Steven and Shaun have made ahead of Prime Day, including a new laptop for Steven and a new mesh wifi system for Shaun.

The conversation moves on to the rise in the use of text-to-speech for audio description and the importance of human-narrated audio description. Eric Wickstrom from the International Digital Centre joins the conversation, highlighting the significance of human-narrated audio description for emotional depth and quality control. The discussion touches on the challenges of balancing cost efficiency with quality in audio description production, as well as the importance of feedback and positive reinforcement in advocating for high-quality audio description services.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

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In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Brett Hallie, a retired software engineer with a background in working at Apple.

Brett shares insights into his journey at Apple, starting from his hardware engineering work with the Apple II to his involvement in the development of software like Mac OS X and Final Cut Pro. He discusses the challenges and successes of transitioning Apple's operating system, the pressure of working under Steve Jobs, and the importance of prioritizing accessibility in software development.

Brett highlights the significance of user feedback in improving accessibility features and emphasizes the benefits of making software accessible for all users. He shares his personal experience with VoiceOver and offers advice on approaching software accessibility challenges with patience and a problem-solving mindset. Brett also delves into the culture at Apple, where product excellence was prioritized over short-term financial goals, leading to the company's success.

The conversation touches on the evolution of technology, the democratization of video editing through software like Final Cut Pro, and the impact of making products accessible on a broader scale. Brett's insights shed light on the importance of user feedback, creativity in problem-solving, and the long-term benefits of prioritizing product quality over immediate financial gain.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

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"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun discussed a variety of topics including the use of inclusive language and new keyboards from Logitech.

The concept of inclusive language and its relevance in the disability community makes up a significant portion of the conversation, with the guys sharing personal experiences and insights on the challenges people who are blind face in navigating the world and dealing with misconceptions from the public.

Plus there's a look at cool new keyboards from Logitech, including the Keys-To-Go 2 and Wave ergonomic keyboards.

The show ends with a creative and humorous song created by a listener, Brian, focusing on alt text and accessibility.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun discuss the latest tech that was on show at the NFB Convention in Florida recently, and Steven reports on a product recall by the RNIB in the UK.

The guys begin with listener emails that bring up topics including accessible air fryers and Steven's new puppy. Also, there's much cheer for the renewal of Double Tap for another season and sadness expressed at the decision to bring Shaun of the Shed to an end, at least in its current form.

The guys then move on to discuss some of the technology on show at the NFB convention held in Orlando, Florida. Regular contributor Scott spent time at the event and spoke to various companies including Glidance, BiPed and the TouchPad Pro Foundation.

And there's news of a product recall from RNIB - the UK blindness charity has recalled the wireless charger sold with the RNIB Accord Talking Book/MP3 player. Customers have been contacted and are being sent a replacement wireless charger. For anyone concerned, email the charity on [email protected] or if you're in the UK call 0303 123 9999.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun explore a variety of topics based on listener emails, as well as the evolving language around disability terminology.

The hosts also delve into the world of smart AI glasses, comparing various models and discussing the accessibility of different apps for users who are blind.

Additionally, they touch on the concept of pride and how it relates to being blind, sharing personal perspectives and insights from listeners.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece catch up with Brian Fischler from That Real Blind Tech Show.

The hosts discuss various topics, including the importance of accessibility teams in tech companies, the experience of using HomePods for spatial audio, and the challenges and benefits of AI and mixed reality for individuals who are blind.

Brian shares insights from his participation in the XR Access Conference, where he explores the potential of AI and virtual reality.

Additionally, Brian talks about his involvement in a pilot for a new TV show called "Don't Look Now," a sitcom featuring a predominantly blind cast.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of the Best of Double Tap on YouTube, Steven and Shaun give details of how their show will transition to YouTube in the coming months.

We start with David Redmond from Vision Ireland joining the guys to share his thoughts on the new iPad Pro with M4 processor. David talks about how he uses the device and gives his opinion on why it is a good choice for people with low vision.

We also hear Shaun's take on the news that car company Honda is due to release an app called Honda Scenic Audio that gives real-time information on your surroundings as you travel in the car. It's designed for blind people so they can enjoy their trip knowing what's going on around them outside. Shaun shares his opinions on the app and questions its intended purpose.

Get ahead of the conversation and check out the Double Tap YouTube channel every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday on the platform which you can find using this link: [https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleTapVideo]Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discussed various topics starting with the breaking news from Aira, including the introduction of two pilot programs for wearable devices, the availability of Aira on Meta Ray Ban smart glasses, and the ARX Vision device.

They were joined by Jenine Stanley from the company who discussed the free Access AI feature for image recognition, the Remote Incident Manager product, and the extension of existing Aira plans without a price increase until 2025.

They also got more detail on the impact of integrating Aira with mainstream wearable devices and stressed the importance of functionality over fashion in assistive technology.

The episode concluded with a preview of upcoming changes to the show, such as moving to YouTube and discontinuing the segment "Shaun of the Shed."

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss various topics, including headphones, speakers, and air fryers.

They talk about the Bose SoundLink Plex and the Bose Soundlink Max speakers, as well as the Treblab Z7 Pro headphones. They also mention the Bose Soundwear, a wearable speaker, and the Sony over-the-neck speaker.

Additionally, they talk about air fryers following a comment from one of the listeners on the subject. They talk about the limitations of traditional cooking methods and the potential for kitchen appliances to evolve in the future.

The conversation then shifts to the use of assistive technology, including braille computers and voiceover systems. Listeners share their experiences with different AI apps and voiceover settings, and there's chat about the importance of audio description in television and film.

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the upcoming NFB and ACB conventions and the product announcements that will take place.

They start off with the Orbit Speak, a note-taker and entertainment centre that will be released at the conventions. They discuss the different versions and pricing options of the OrbitSpeak, as well as the Orbit Reader QWERTY.

They also debate the possibility of Apple charging for AI features and the value of different devices in the market. They encourage listeners to consider alternatives and cost-sensitive options when purchasing technology.

Keep in touch with the show by emailing [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us on social media and YouTube.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

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About Double Tap

Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap

is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially

sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify

tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from

the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune

in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can

seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and

experiences, even if your sight is limited.

 

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.