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Discover the latest in accessible tech for blind users, including InnoSearch’s new accessible storefronts and mobile app, BlindShell and Orbit Reader updates, and a call for your funniest tech horror stories ahead of Halloween.
This episode of Double Tap with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dives into a packed week of accessible technology news. InnoSearch unveils accessible online stores that empower blind entrepreneurs to sell products easily, as well as a brand-new app for iOS and Android. Listeners are invited to share their scariest tech horror stories for the upcoming Halloween special, with a feature called the “Accessibility Crypt,” celebrating old “dead” tech that still haunts our memories.
The hosts also cover a critical BlindShell Classic 1 update, a new Orbit Reader firmware release, and a strange Samsung TalkBack bug. They discuss Facebook Messenger’s retreat from desktop, smart home Wi-Fi solutions, and clever tips for Apple Watch and VoiceOver users.
Relevant Links
InnoSearch: https://www.innosearch.ai
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
BlindShell Updates: https://www.blindshell.com
Orbit Research: https://www.orbitresearch.com
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener emails and voice notes, exploring life, relationships, and tech from a blind perspective. From talking ovens and accessible banking to dating challenges and vision fatigue, this episode is a candid mix of laughs, insights, and community stories.
In this lively listener-focused episode, Steven and Shaun open the inbox to a wealth of personal stories and questions. George shares a heartfelt account of his faulty talking combi oven, praising Cobalt Systems and Edit Microsystems for exceptional service. The hosts then tackle deeper topics, including online age verification, facial recognition barriers, and the complexities of relationships as a blind person.
John from Missouri offers reflections on partial sight, vision fatigue, and the emotional journey of transitioning to cane use and embracing blindness. TJ shares the relatable frustration of unsupported customer service experiences. Karen chimes in with tips on accessibility in Outlook and thanks the team for inspiring her to navigate online shopping with confidence.
The conversation flows between humour and heartfelt advice, touching on the invisible labour of being blind, societal perceptions, and the relief of living openly without masking disability.
Relevant Links
Cobalt Talking Products: https://www.cobalt-systems.com
WeWalk Smart Cane: https://wewalk.io
Double Tap Newsletter: https://doubletaponair.com/subscribe
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe!
Explore the accessibility of ChatGPT Atlas and other AI browsers for blind users, with insights from Taylor Arndt of Tecopolis. Learn why ChatGPT Atlas scores just 1/10 for screen reader access and how alternatives like Perplexity Comet and Google Notebook LM could transform daily tasks for blind tech users.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Taylor Arndt, Chief Accessibility and Operations Officer at Techopolis, to discuss the rise of AI browsers and their impact on accessibility. Taylor explains why ChatGPT Atlas, OpenAI’s new AI-powered browser, is virtually unusable for screen reader users, citing unlabelled buttons, inaccessible onboarding, and non-decorative background images.
The conversation explores how Perplexity Comet delivers a more promising and inclusive experience, with agentic AI features that help automate tasks like editing websites, booking travel, and managing social media. Taylor also introduces Google’s Notebook LM, a tool for grounded AI learning, which can transform inaccessible educational content into interactive, accessible resources for blind learners.
Hear real-world examples of AI in action, discover the potential of local versus cloud-based AI for privacy and reliability, and learn how Techopolis supports accessible Apple app development and coding education for blind users.
Connect with Taylor Arndt & Techopolis using the links here:
Substack: https://taylorarndt.substack.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7J5I0muqqQF51axXfPwrgA
Mastodon: https://techopolis.social/@taylor
X/Twitter: https://x.com/tayarndt
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap. As a thank you to the Double Tap community, Turtleback is offering 12% off your entire order with promo code DT12. Visit https://www.turtlebacklv.com to shop the full lineup!
Explore Samsung’s new Galaxy XR headset, ChatGPT’s Atlas AI browser, and Zoom’s fully accessible PodTrak P4 Next podcast recorder. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the tech, accessibility features, and what this all means for blind and low vision users.
This episode is packed with the latest in accessible tech. Samsung officially unveiled its Galaxy XR headset, a mixed reality device running Android XR, complete with TalkBack and low vision features like magnification, colour filters, and high-contrast modes. Steven and Shaun discuss why it’s a big leap for accessibility—yet still largely visual—and compare it to the Apple Vision Pro.
The conversation then moves to ChatGPT Atlas, a new AI-powered browser designed to automate web tasks and improve accessibility, and to AppleVis testing co-browse AI for easier navigation of content.
Finally, they dive into the Zoom PodTrak P4 Next, a redesigned, fully accessible podcast recorder with voice guidance, haptic feedback options, and AI noise reduction—ideal for blind creators. They discuss price, functionality, and why this could become the go-to tool for accessible audio production.
Relevant Links
Samsung Galaxy XR Headset Overview: https://www.samsung.com
Zoom PodTrak P4 Next: https://zoomcorp.com
AppleVis Co-Browse AI Beta: https://applevis.com
ChatGPT Atlas Browser: https://openai.com
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Explore the worldwide internet outage that brought Amazon Web Services to a halt, our growing dependency on cloud technology, and Samsung’s new Android XR headset launch—plus an inspiring conversation with retired U.S. Judge David Tatel on blindness, technology, and his memoir, Vision.
In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into a major global internet outage triggered by Amazon Web Services and the cascading impact on apps, smart homes, and even essential services. They discuss the vulnerability of putting all our digital eggs in one basket, raising questions about the resilience of cloud computing for everyday users and critical systems.
The conversation shifts to Samsung and Google’s highly anticipated Android XR headset, what it could mean for mainstream adoption, and the potential benefits for people with low vision. The hosts debate whether consumers will embrace headsets or wait for sleek XR glasses.
Finally, the episode features an insightful archive interview with retired U.S. federal judge David Tatel, who shares his journey with retinitis pigmentosa, the challenges of hiding vision loss, and how technology transformed his professional and personal life. His memoir, Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice, offers an honest look at resilience, acceptance, and the power of accessible tech.
Relevant Links
David Tatel’s Vision: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/david-s-tatel/vision/9780316566342/
Double Tap: https://doubletaponair.com
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apple’s latest product updates are here, but are they worth your attention? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the iPhone Air’s thin design which may be under threat, Apple’s new M5 devices, Mac accessibility frustrations, and explore the surprising rise of AI companionship, including ChatGPT’s new adult features.
In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun give their first-hand impressions of Apple’s newest tech, from hotel mishaps with sighted guides to testing the iPhone Air’s battery life in the wild. They weigh in on the M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro, and discuss why these “spec bump” releases may leave many users underwhelmed.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn into AI companionship and ethics, as ChatGPT now allows verified adult users to engage in intimate conversations. The hosts debate the benefits, risks, and wider societal impact for disabled and isolated users, while raising questions about safety, age verification, and digital vulnerability.
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe!
Explore the realities of blind navigation, public perceptions, and the power of accessible tech with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. From awkward encounters in sandwich shops to the lifesaving simplicity of Soundscape, this is a candid dive into daily life without sight.
Expanded Summary
This episode of Double Tap brings humour and honesty to the challenges and joys of living blind. Steven and Shaun read emails from listeners sharing real-world experiences: Johnny’s frustrating encounter with an ignorant shop employee sparks a conversation about public misconceptions, vulnerability, and when to walk away.
Trevor’s message celebrates the transformative impact of the Soundscape navigation app and calls for not-for-profit organisations to invest in assistive technology that truly serves the blind community. The hosts debate leadership in blindness organisations, questioning why so few are run by blind people in 2025 and how genuine representation affects trust and outcomes.
The conversation closes with Chris from New York highlighting a pocket-sized Bluetooth keyboard for easy screen reader navigation—proof that small tools can make a big difference.
Relevant Links
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
Scottish Tech Army: https://www.scottishtecharmy.org
Voice Vista App (Soundscape successor): https://apps.apple.com/app/voice-vista/id6446046649
Double Tap Community: https://doubletaponair.com/subscribe
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap. As a thank you to the Double Tap community, Turtleback is offering 12% off your entire order with promo code DT12. Visit https://www.turtlebacklv.com to shop the full lineup!
Learn why teaching Braille and screen readers in schools is still a major debate, and hear first-hand stories from listeners about accessibility tools, smart canes, NVDA, and the emotional side of adapting to vision loss.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener emails covering the challenges of learning and using assistive technology as blind users. From the lack of screen reader and Braille training in schools to the nuances of using NVDA and Narrator with a mouse, the conversation explores both the technical and emotional journeys of vision loss.
Listeners share their experiences with accessible system backup software, smart white canes like the WeWALK and the upcoming NextGuide, and how guilt and peer pressure can impact the way blind people approach Braille, daily living, and technology. Steven and Shaun discuss the balance between independence, practicality, and personal comfort, while also reacting to community insights about Meta smart glasses, Google vs Apple accessibility, and the ever-controversial Dynamic Island.
Relevant Links
Turtleback Cases: https://turtlebacklv.com
Nathan Tech Accessible Software: https://www.nathantech.net/nathantech/software
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Is human audio description better than AI voices? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the rise of text-to-speech (TTS) in TV and film audio description with Eric Wickstrom from International Digital Centre, uncovering the creative, technical, and ethical challenges shaping the future of accessibility.
AI-driven text-to-speech is becoming more common in audio description, but is it good enough to replace human narrators? In this in-depth conversation, Eric Wickstrom shares his insights on why human narration still delivers a richer, more emotional experience for blind audiences, the importance of skilled writers and audio engineers, and the ethical implications for voice actors and accessibility professionals.
The discussion also explores:
Relevant Links
International Digital Centre: https://www.idcdigital.com
American Council of the Blind: https://www.acb.org
Double Tap Contact: [email protected]
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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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Struggling with a sluggish Windows 11 laptop or curious about the latest accessibility tech? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore remote troubleshooting, the slowdown mystery, and brand-new partnerships from Be My Eyes with BT, EE, Tesco, and Sony. Plus, a look at Dot Lumen’s AI-powered mobility glasses, Apple TV’s rebrand, and why Shaun is side-eyeing his Apple Watch upgrade.
In this episode of Double Tap, Shaun returns from his brief, tissue-filled hiatus to join Steven for a lively dive into both tech challenges and accessibility wins. The duo unpack:
From remote PC control tips to reflections on the future of accessible shopping and navigation, this episode blends practical advice with personal tech trials.
Relevant Links
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
Dot Lumen: https://www.dotlumen.com
NVDA Remote: https://www.nvaccess.org
Remote Incident Manager: https://www.perkinsaccess.org/rim
Apple Accessibility: https://www.apple.com/accessibility
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"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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