Double Tap

Double Tap

By Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, Steven Scott, Shaun PreeceTechnology
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Double Tap episodes

  • Steven's Apple Meltdown & Amazon Develops New OS
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun discuss Steven's latest new obsession: buying and cancelling MacBook orders! He details his thoughts on what he wants versus what he actually needs, so the big question is: what did he buy in the end?
    Also with the news of a new Amazon OS on the way, what will it mean for accessibility? And what should our response be when it comes to reacting to the lack of accessibility news in new products? Should we get annoyed or just wait in line?
    And why is Shaun upsetting listeners? You'll have to tune in to find out!
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min
  • Express: New Braille Learning Tool, Mac OS Demos & Being Blind
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun are joined by Grace Scoffield to go over the big news stories of the week, including Open AI's huge conference for developers, Be My Eyes reaction, and Elon Musk claiming to be able to restore vision to the blind.
    Also, there's an in-depth discussion about the new Braille learning tool called "Annie" from ThinkerBell Labs, which will be sold in the UK and other countries by Humanware.
    Michael Babcock also joins us for two Mac demos, one on using the NumPad Commander to control your device, and also how to get clipboard history using a Mac app called Launcher.
    Following our discussion on being blind over the last week, we hand the mic over to you and hear your take on the challenges of telling others about your blindness and how you come to terms with it yourself.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min
  • Humane AI Causes Excitement, Using NumPad Commander on Mac OS & WahtsApp Gets Thumbs Up For Accessibility
    On today’s show, Steven and Shaun discuss the launch of a brand new product: the Humane AI Pin. They talk about its features and implications, including its subscription-based model and its potential impact on accessibility.
    We also hear from Michael Babcock about a feature on macOS VoiceOver called NumPad Commander, which allows for greater customization and accessibility on Mac devices.
    Steven and Shaun also hear about updates on the accessibility of WhatsApp on Mac from listener Gordon, and Steven shares his tips on how to use hotspots to navigate apps like WhatsApp more easily.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    56 min
  • Learning Braille with Annie & Humane's AI Pin Launches
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun find out about Annie, an innovative Braille learning tool. Developed by Thinkerbell Labs and distributed by HumanWare in the UK, it promises to make learning Braille an enjoyable experience for children as they can learn on their own, although it can also be used in a classroom environment. Andrew Flatres from HumanWare joins the guys to shed light on Annie's functionality, design elements, and educational value.
    There's also a chat about the AI Pin by Humane, which is being launched today. It's a remarkable wearable AI assistant that lets users perform tasks like making calls, sending texts, and identifying objects using an onboard camera, all through voice commands and without the need for a screen. The AI Pin, powered by OpenAI's GPT, stands out for its commitment to user privacy and represents a significant step towards more accessible tech solutions for those with visual impairments.
    There are more of your comments too, with listeners sharing more of their relatable experiences and stories from the blind community, including insights on sighted guide techniques and the challenges of navigating public spaces.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
    X: @BlindGuyTech / @ShaunShed
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min
  • Anything But Tech
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun discuss more around the topic of accepting our sight loss, and listeners Tim, Elmer and Greg join the conversation.
    There's also a lot of talk about air fryers following our chat with Cobolt Systems in the UK after they announced their new talking air fryer. There's even a suggestion of an accessible recipe guide from the Double Tappers, which will add to the guide for knitting we are seemingly building too!
    But like all good movies, we get to the point at the end, and talk about Windows and Mac issues in recovery mode, and Steven still ponders which Mac to buy, if any at all!
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min
  • Open AI DevDay: Be My Eyes Reacts & Being Blind
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun review the first-ever Open AI DevDay for developers to learn about what the company has to offer those who want to build the next iteration of artificially intelligent applications and services.
    In the audience was Mike Buckley, CEO of Be My Eyes, who was called out on stage by Sam Altman, the CEO of Open AI, as a prime example of how AI can be used for good. Mike Buckley joins the guys to give his reaction to the conference and also chat about ongoing development within the Be My Eyes app itself.
    Plus we hear your reaction to Steven's comments about living with blindness. Many of you reacted to this and we'll hear your thoughts today.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min
  • The AI Dilemma Continues, NVDA Support for Windows 7 Ends & A New Website For Double Tap
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun continue their long-running discussion on how AI will impact our lives. Today's chat centres on the conversation between UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the owner of X, Elon Musk, as well as the upcoming Open AI conference taking place today (November 6th).
    Also, we talk about the updates to NVDA that mean the end of support for Windows 7, and Michael Babcock is back with a demo of how to get an accessible clipboard manager for the Mac.
    And we debut our brand new website for all of you to enjoy - visit www.doubletaponair.com to find out more.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
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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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    56 min
  • Express: Apple "Scary Fast" Event, Talking Air Fryers & Braille Doodle

    Today on the Express, Steven and Shaun are joined by Grace Scoffield to share the week's news in tech, featuring Apple's "Scary Fast" event, news about Seleste audio and video glasses and Pringles making its chips more accessible.

    Plus, there's a conversation with Karl from Cobolt Systems in the UK following their announcement of a new talking air fryer, and we revisit our conversation with Daniel Lubiner from the TouchPad Pro Foundation to learn about the origins of the Braille Doodle learning device for learning braille following the news the product is now in the manufacturing process.

    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
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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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    57 min
  • Getting Personal About Blindness plus More Feedback

    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun discuss the not-often-talked-about problem of facing ableism from other people who are blind, following a strange experience Steven had on social media recently.

    Also, listener Felix shares his issues around iOS 17, Gordon talks about using Aira with his audio sunglasses and Biggles asks if we should be using Open AI ChatGPT for medical advice.

    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Email: [email protected]
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
    X (formerly Twitter): @BlindGuyTech / @ShaunShed
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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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    56 min
  • Your Feedback
    Today on the show, Steven and Shaun dip into the Inbox for a chilled-out read through your messages.
    We hear from Michael, who is having issues with the setup of his Mac, and Tom, who has been getting some interesting image descriptions from Seeing AI.
    Plus, there's chat about Braille displays and the value of gaming peripherals for those who are blind or partially sighted.
    Get in touch with the Double Tappers and join the conversation:
    Call: 1-877-803-4567 (Canada and USA) / 0204 571 3354 (UK)
    X (formerly Twitter): @BlindGuyTech / @ShaunShed
    Mastodon: @DoubleTap 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.
    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
    for information about our collection and use of personal data for
    advertising.
    57 min

About Double Tap

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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…

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