Double Tap

By Double Tap Productions Inc.

Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are ... more

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The podcast currently has 1,176 episodes available.

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February 06, 2023 The International Impact Of The UK's Online Safety Bill
Today on the show, Steven discusses the Online Safety Bill that is currently passing through the UK Parliament. Journalist Charlotte Henry joins Steven to talk about the international impact of such a bill on the world's tech companies.
Also, there's more of your feedback, and more news on the new SensePlayer from HIMS - watch the YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dlsCHcCQKM
As always, your feedback means everything to us. Email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
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54min
February 04, 2023 Geeking Out On The Apple HomePod
Today, Steven is joined by long-time listener Gregg Hayes as he aims to dispel the myth that the HomePod isn't as smart a speaker as some make it out to be.
Through a series of demonstrations and explanations, Gregg lays out his claim that the Siri-enabled smart speaker might be the best option for smart speaker seekers!
But what do you make of his claims? And would you ditch your Echos for HomePods?
Please send us your feedback to [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
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52min
February 03, 2023 Victor Reader Stream 3rd Gen Details From HumanWare
Today on the show, Steven finally gets the chance to learn all about the new Victor Reader Stream 3rd Generation, from HumanWare's Matthieu Patteque, who is based in Toronto.
We will find out all the latest news on the product including the new design, new software and also some important updates on issues surrounding content on the new device.
There's also a report on the latest from Canada's Parliament following the ascension of the new Canada Disability Benefit laws that will now go forward to the Senate for approval, potentially giving disabled Canadians the chance to receive a monetary benefit to help with living costs and more.
And there's more of your feedback, with comments on the Blindshell Classic 2 issues we've been hearing about this week and a new AI voice that might just spell the end of Steven and Shaun as "real" presenters. Could this be the solution Mr. F is looking for?
Keep that feedback coming - email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnair.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
...more
52min
February 02, 2023 Samsung Unpacked & Your Feedback
Today on the show, Steven is joined by Double Tap TV's Marc Aflalo to talk about the announcements from Samsung in their first big event of 2023.
They will discuss the new S23 phone models, the new updated and sleek Galaxy Notebooks, and a more powerful device for creators. Plus, they find out what they can about Samsun'g's collaboration with Google and Qualcomm on the next big thing - their version of Metaverse.
There are also more of your comments, including thoughts on the updates to the BlindShell Classic 2, the new Indoor Navigation feature of Seeing AI and what computer should one of our listeners upgrade to.
Your feedback is important to us. Email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
...more
53min
February 01, 2023 Best Smart Speakers & Disabled People Being Heard At Google
Today on the show, Steven reads through more of your feedback, including more of your thoughts on the best smart speakers and what lets some of them down.
There's also a look at the news, including a new app update for the BlindShell Classic 2, an accessible remote support tool that comes to the Mac, and if you're a fan of WhatsApp on the PC there are new JAWS scripts available to buy.
Also, we are pleased to be joined by Sanjay Batra, a visually impaired engineer who works at Google. He shares news about his role at the company, which involves making sure disabled people's voices are heard when new products and services are created.
As always your feedback is welcome. Email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
...more
53min
January 31, 2023 New Seeing AI Indoor Navigation Feature & ATIA Conference Begins
Today on the show, Steven shows off the new Indoor Navigation feature within the popular Seeing AI app from Microsoft. The new feature is available on any iPhone running iOS 14 or later, and allows users to create and share routes indoors.
Also, we are joined by David Dikter from the Assistive Technology Industry Association to talk about their ATIA Conference, which takes place virtually and in person in Orlando, Florida, this week.
And of course, there's more of your feedback. Email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
...more
53min
January 30, 2023 Echo Tips & New Hardware from HumanWare?
Today on the show, Steven reads through more of your feedback, in particular a number of comments wishing Shaun well and a speedy recovery.
Steven also ponders what might be in the new Victor Reader Stream 3rd Edition from HumanWare - he has to ponder as there doesn't seem to be any official word from the company on its website about what is new about the device which many Double Tappers want to learn about.
There's also an interesting conversation with David Ward, host of the Echo Tips podcast, on the future of the Echo and how it compares with other smart speakers on the market today.
As always, your feedback means so much to us. Email [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians
with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and
AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform
AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of
accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities
through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal.
To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
- X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
- Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
- Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
- TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
...more
52min
January 28, 2023 Annoying Assistants & AI for Accessibility
Today, Steven and Marc are back together at the weekend to discuss all things shopping-related and artificial intelligence and accessibility.
Marc talks to Joe Devon, one of the founders of GADD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) to talk about his thoughts on the intersection of AI and accessibility, and what the eventual impact of such technology will have on disabled people.
As always, your feedback is welcome. Email us at [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians
with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and
AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform
AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of
accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities
through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal.
To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
- X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
- Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
- Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
- TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
...more
52min
January 27, 2023 Envision Adds Subscription To Glasses & Lighthouse Tech Prototypes New Obstacle Detection Device
Today on the show, Steven reads through more of your feedback, including comments on the latest iOS update affecting the monitoring app and new TalkBack updates for Android 13.
There's also news from Envision, the company behind Envision Glasses and the Envision app for smartphones. They've announced three new editions of their glasses offering, plus a subscription for new features starting in January 2024. You can watch their announcement on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVykrDHJMf0
Also, there's an in-depth conversation with Nathan Deutsch from LighthouseTech in Switzerland, talking about a new prototype pair of glasses that can help blind people detect obstacles at head height. They were showcased at CES (the Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas this year. You can find out more about the glasses here - https://www.lighthousetech.ch/
As always, your feedback is welcome. Email us at [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians
with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and
AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform
AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of
accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities
through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal.
To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
- X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
- Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
- Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
- TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
...more
53min
January 26, 2023 Game Conference Awards 2022
Today on the show, Steven is finding out more about the Game Conference Awards that were held virtually on January 25.
Steven discusses the winners with blind gamer Ben Breen, also known as Sightless Kombat, who works at the RNIB in the UK promoting accessible gaming.
There's also a quick catchup with Grant Stoner, the disabled journalist who won two awards for Best Journalist and Best Advocate at the event.
And the host of the awards himself, blind gamer Steve Saylor, also joins Steven to talk about his role and thoughts on the future of accessible gaming.
You can find out more about all the winners and nominees here: https://www.gaconf.com/2022-awards/
As always your feedback is welcomed. Email us at [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media @DoubleTapOnAir.Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling
in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-803-4567
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians
with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and
AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform
AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of
accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities
through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal.
To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
- X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
- Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
- Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
- TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
...more
53min

FAQs about Double Tap:

How many episodes does Double Tap have?

The podcast currently has 1,176 episodes available.

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