Double Tap
Double Tap is a podcast where blind and partially sighted people discuss technology. Each week, the team helps listeners understand how technology can improve everyday life, regardless of their level of sight. The show is welcoming to all ages and experience levels with technology.
Episodes
Blind Artist Richard Harlow on Tactile Painting, Accessible Cities and Running for Nanaimo Council
Richard Harlow lost most of his sight to LHON while studying at Emily Carr University. Today he is a blind artist and accessibility advocate, and he's standing for Nanaimo City Council on Vancouver Island. He tells Steven Scott how he rebuilt his art, his career and his confidence, and why disabled people belong in local government.Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy took Richard's central vision
Too Busy to Be Blind: An Apple Engineer's Second Act
In 2015, after twelve surgeries, Brett Halle lost his sight completely. The engineer who spent twenty years building the Mac had to learn to use it with VoiceOver. He explains Radar, why your bug report matters more than you think, and how he treated VoiceOver like a video game.This is part two of our tribute to Brett Halle, the former Apple engineer and friend of this show, who died on 1 October
Remembering Brett Halle: The Apple Engineer Who Helped Build Mac OS X
Brett Halle sold the Apple II as a student, joined Apple in 1991, and was the first engineer through the door after Apple bought NeXT. He led the Core OS team behind Mac OS X, ran Final Cut, and quietly moved the Mac from PowerPC to Intel. This is part one of a two part tribute, in his own words.Brett died on 1 October 2026. He was a friend of this show and a daily listener, and the best way we kn
NASA's Artemis Webinar for Blind People: RS-25 Engines, Blind Engineers and Accessible Space
NASA ran an Artemis webinar built for blind and low vision people, and two of the panelists are blind NASA engineers. Steven Scott talks to Dr. Robert Shelton, Dr. Craig Moore and Christine Malec about the RS-25 rocket engine, how they built careers at NASA, and what would make space missions accessible to blind fans.Bob Shelton has worked at NASA for almost 40 years and is now lead simulation eng
Microsoft's Hybrid AI Windows Event and the Surface Laptop Ultra
Microsoft's latest Windows event went all in on hybrid intelligence, which means AI that runs on your own PC when it can and in the cloud when it has to. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down what the agentic OS, a smarter Windows search and the new Copilot could mean for blind and screen reader users. They also look at the $2,599 Surface Laptop Ultra.Windows will decide where each AI task runs
Gemini Guided Vision Tested, Siri Frustrations and Android Help From Listeners
Google Gemini's new Guided Vision feature, built with Aira, gives blind and low vision Android users more detailed visual descriptions through Gemini Live. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece put it through real tests, then go through listener emails about Siri, iOS 27, Gemini settings and life on Android.Steven tries Guided Vision on a Pixel 10 Pro. He uses it to find a mug on his desk and to guide his
A Tribute to Brett Halle and What Envision's News Means for Users
Envision has announced it may wind down. If no partner takes the company on, active development of the Envision and Ally apps stops on December 31, 2026. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece read the Envision founders' statement in full and look at what it means for blind and low vision users, for people who own Ally Solos glasses, and for other smart glasses makers. The episode opens with a tribute to B
Lumin Adds Outlook Support and Audio Reminders, With Sriram Ganesh
Lumin, the voice-first email app for blind and low vision users, now works with Outlook, Hotmail and MSN accounts and has a new audio reminders feature. Founder Sriram Ganesh announced both on our Double Tap Live special. This replay starts with his live demo, then he takes listener calls and talks about how AI is changing the way accessible products get built.Sriram asks Lumin to triage his inbox
NVDA Bugs, Siri AI Frustrations and Your Emails on Mastodon and LiDAR
Siri AI on iOS 27, Gemini on Android and NVDA screen reader bugs all get a frank once-over from blind tech fans Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, along with your emails on LiDAR, Mastodon and smart glasses.Shaun has found two odd NVDA behaviours: sound split getting stuck on after he turns it off, and system audio staying ducked after Narrator closes. He's also looking forward to an NVDA 2026.3 chang
Meta Ray-Ban Display Hands-On, Lumin Updates and the Double Tap App
Can a blind person get real use from smart glasses with a screen? Steven Scott has bought the Meta Ray-Ban Display and Meta Neural Band. He and Shaun Preece talk through the built-in screen reader, the wrist gestures, WhatsApp, Maps and what is still missing.Steven expected the in-lens display to be useless to him. He was wrong. The glasses have their own screen reader, and you switch it on from t
Meta Glasses Bugs, Smart Glasses Privacy and the Launch of Double Tap Live
Meta smart glasses bugs, privacy worries and region limits fill the Double Tap inbox, and Steven Scott and Shaun Preece work through them with blind listeners. The episode also marks the launch of Double Tap Live, a new 24/7 radio channel at DoubleTapOnAir.com.Listeners are running into the same Meta AI bug: an "available settings have changed" notice that switches Meta AI off. Callum and Gordon h
Feedback: Luna Glasses for Night Blindness, Claude Code Tips and Bricks for the Blind
Double Tap Live, a new 24/7 radio channel for blind and visually impaired listeners, launches this week. Listener stories also cover Luna night vision glasses, LEGO without sight and Claude Code tips.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explain what Double Tap Live is: a round-the-clock channel showcasing podcasts from AMI and beyond, plus a monthly live call-in show. The first one features Sriram Ganesh
Feedback: Passkey Headaches, Seeing AI Rescues and the Smart Glasses Debate
Passkeys were supposed to replace passwords, so why are they still this hard to use? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece go through a full mailbag on passkeys, password managers, blind employment and the backlash against Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses.Listener Brandon explains why he's cancelling Microsoft 365: he says Microsoft pushes its own passkey storage over third-party providers. Steven shares his fr
OOrion on Meta Glasses: Hands-Free Object Finding and What Meta Connect Means for Blind Users
Meta's Wearables Device Access Toolkit is out of beta, and Meta chose accessibility apps to show it off. Stéphanie Robieux, co-founder and CEO of OOrion, joins from Meta Connect to explain what this means for blind and low vision people using Ray-Ban Meta glasses.OOrion finds objects and guides you to them with spatial audio. It now runs on Meta's glasses, so you can look around and ask where your
More From Zero Project: Rebuilding a Career After a Spinal Cord Injury: Ishaan Mehta of LinkedIn
A spinal cord injury took Ishaan Mehta's career in a single afternoon. This is how he rebuilt it, with assistive technology, a list of 50 employers, and a role at LinkedIn he never settled for.Most of the people on Double Tap were born blind or lost their sight gradually. Ishaan Mehta's disability arrived on 21 October 2016. He had eight and a half years at Vodafone behind him, a project managemen
Early Dementia Screening, Inclusive Design and Employment in Mumbai: Zero Project Conference India Day Two
Early dementia screening from a consumer EEG headset, a blunt answer on whether a fully inclusive world is possible, and what India's own accessibility standard means for disabled workers. Steven Scott reports from day two of Zero Project Conference India in Mumbai, the regional edition of the conference that takes over the UN in Vienna every February.NEMA AI founder Nidhi built AI at Accenture be
Meta Connect 2026 Through an Accessibility Lens
Meta Connect 2026 brought Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses with no cameras, Ray-Ban Meta Gen 3, a hearing enhancement feature and the Muse AI agent. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece go through each announcement and ask what it means for blind and low vision users.Steven and Shaun start with privacy. They look at how Mark Zuckerberg answered Joanna Stern's questions about camera glasses, then ask whether au
Ten Innovators, One Room: Accessible Tech Ideas From the Zero Project Technology Forum
Assistive technology innovation from the Zero Project Technology Forum in Mumbai: an audiobook library you reach on any phone, an accessible home pregnancy test app, and AI photo descriptions that know your family by name.Steven Scott reports from the Zero Project Technology Forum, hosted in Mumbai by the Tech Mahindra Foundation, where ten innovators pitched to around 25 funders and support partn
Apple's AirPods 5 Impress, But Google's New Laptops Leave Accessibility Unanswered
AirPods 5 open-ear noise cancellation put to the test by blind users, plus Google's new Googlebook Android laptops, the pricing, and the accessibility answers Google still has not given.Steven Scott bought the AirPods 5 expecting to be unimpressed and came away sold. The headline is the noise cancellation: Apple claims a 50 percent improvement over AirPods 4, and in a room with a laptop and NVDA s
Kerbcut Launches, Meta Connect and the Googlebook Coming Soon: A Big Week for Accessible Tech
Finding assistive technology that already exists is still the hardest part of using it. Hector Minto, formerly of Microsoft, explains Kerbcut, his new AI discovery platform for assistive tech products, services and lived experience.Hector's case is blunt. Around 2.5 billion people need assistive technology today, a figure heading for 3.5 billion by 2050, and a billion still cannot reach solutions
Googlebooks, Aluminium OS and the Schlage Smart Lock That Opens Itself
Google is keeping the Chromebook and adding a pricier Googlebook line running Aluminium OS, built on Android 17 with Gemini baked in at system level. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece work out what that means for screen reader users, and Marc Aflalo finds out how Schlage's ultra wideband locks open the door before you reach for a key.The Chromebook is not going away. Google is holding that brand at th
Weekend: Lumin - The Voice‑First Email App
Discover how Lumin, a voice‑first email app for iPhone, is transforming email management for the blind and low‑vision community. Learn how AI and audio‑only design bring speed, precision, and independence to your inbox.This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Find out more at https://pneumasolutions.com/Shaun Preece sits d
Christine Malec on NASA's Accessible Artemis Webinar and Why Manuals Still Fail Us
NASA is hosting its first webinar built for blind and low vision audiences, and Christine Malec is on the panel. She joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to explain what the October 2 session covers, how sonification changed the way she experiences space, and why signing up matters even if astronomy has never felt like your thing.The two hour Zoom event focuses on the RS-25 engine that powers the A
Smart Locks, Braille and the iPhone 18: Blind Listeners Weigh In
Blind listeners share how they really use Meta Ray-Ban glasses, OOrion, smart locks and braille. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece also take a hard look at Siri AI in iOS 27 and ask whether the iPhone 18 is worth buying.Gavin in Edinburgh talks about using smart glasses carefully after the privacy stories, and points out how often mainstream coverage mentions blind users. Ross, who is new to sight los
Local AI PCs, Home Networks and the Launch of Double Tap Live
Microsoft has set 7 October for a Windows and Surface event built around local AI, and the rumoured Surface Laptop Ultra with NVIDIA RTX Spark silicon could finally give Windows a proper answer to the MacBook Pro. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece work through what that means for price, build quality and blind users, then turn to the home network tools that keep solving real problems.The Surface conve
Listener Emails on Meta Glasses, Luna AI, Runa TTS and Braille Pricing
Should blind and low vision users install iOS 27 right away? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explain why VoiceOver users might wait a month. Then they open the inbox for listener emails on Meta glasses problems, the best smart glasses for reading, Luna AI, Siri dictation and the high cost of Braille displays.Steven's yearly advice to hold off on iOS 27 got some pushback online, and the hosts explain
Is AI Really That Dangerous? Will Guyatt Joins, Plus First Thoughts on Siri AI
Is the AI industry sounding a real alarm, or is it about money? Tech journalist Will Guyatt joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to make sense of the AI pause warnings. Then it's a first look at Siri AI in the iOS 27 beta and a candid chat about Windows, the Mac and screen readers.Will lays out three theories behind a chaotic news week. AI makers could be alarmed by how quickly their models are mov
Mainstream: Marc Aflalo's Take On Apple's 'Surprise And Shine' Event
Apple's Surprise and Shine event brought the foldable iPhone Duo, AirPods 5 and a quiet RAM boost for Apple Watch Ultra 4. Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo of YourTechReport pick out what matters, what could have been a press release, and whether the Duo can replace an iPad for someone who travels a lot.Steven found most of the keynote boring. Marc liked more of it, starting with Live Rewind, which le
Weekend Classic: Honda Cynic
Honda Scenic Audio set out to describe the view from a car window for blind and visually impaired passengers, using computer vision and generative AI. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece revisit their 2024 conversation about the app, built with Perkins School for the Blind, and ask whether poetic AI scenery description is something blind people actually want.This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions
Audio Description For Sighted People, Clipman Updates, and the AI Extinction Story
Audio description was built for blind and partially sighted viewers. RNIB brought broadcasters to London to ask whether sighted audiences want it too, and what that would change for the rest of us. Steven Scott reports back from the Audio Is King event, before the show turns to Clipman, an Audacity 4 warning, and the Anthropic resignation that put AI extinction talk on every front page.RNIB survey
Was Apple's "Surprise and Shine" Event Worth It for Blind Users?
Apple's iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12 arrived at the September event, and Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and returning guest Michael Babcock came away distinctly unmoved. Here is what the new lineup actually offers blind and low vision users, and where all that money goes.The headline is the iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable. It opens like a passport to a 7.6 inch inner screen,
Meta Adventurer Mic Fix, Camera Glasses Backlash and TalkBack Frustrations
The Meta glasses microphone problem finally has a fix, and it was buried in a settings menu the Adventurer model never showed. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explain exactly where to find it, why it should have been on by default, and what else has changed across Meta's growing glasses lineup, including walking directions and spatial audio that only work on some models.There is also an honest conve
Never Butter Burger Baps: NVIDIA, Asus Laptops and Your Five Essential Apps
NVIDIA has bought Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, and Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dig into what that means for open source AI models, local AI on your own machine, and whether free models can survive the money now pouring into artificial intelligence. There is also a full verdict on the ASUS ProArt PX13, a Lenovo ThinkPad that lost its shine, and the networking app that changed how both hosts w
Dyson's Camera Toothbrush, Sony's Ownership Fight and the 1.5C Line
Dyson has built a $499 toothbrush with a camera inside it, Sony is in court arguing that nobody really owns the digital games they buy, and the UN has conceded the 1.5C climate target is gone. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece take on the week's other stories.The Dyson CameraJet puts a camera and an LED light in a brush head, streams video of the inside of your mouth to your phone over Wi-Fi, and uses
Why Blind-Built Software Works Better, With Mike Calvo
Mike Calvo of Pneuma Solutions joins Steven Scott to explain how Remote Incident Manager for iOS lets blind users run a Windows PC or Mac from an iPhone, and why AI document remediation is about to change what accessible information costs.Mike also shares how a blind CEO who does not write code now designs product screens with AI, what Pneuma's own trained models do differently from ChatGPT or Cla
Navigating Sight Loss: Workplace Delays, Acceptance, and Tech Solutions
Explore the challenges of workplace accessibility for blind employees, the emotional journey of losing vision, and the importance of autonomy and support systems. Learn why access delays, employer inaction, and inadequate systems can significantly impact employment and daily life for visually impaired individuals.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece delve into listener emai
Behind the Scenes of a Double Tap Recording Disaster
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share a hilariously chaotic behind-the-scenes look at Double Tap, from recording mishaps and AI jokes to workplace accessibility struggles and thoughts on Apple’s upcoming event. Expect candid insights, funny anecdotes, and listener contributions from around the world.In this episode, Steven and Shaun open with an honest—and very funny—apology to listeners after a com
Language, Laughs, and Latest Accessibility Gear
Explore the lively debate on evolving tech terminology and accessibility tools as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle language changes in technology, generational communication shifts, and the newest NVDA 2026.2 update featuring its built-in magnifier.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the quirks of language in technology, from the shift away from using “male” and “female”
Dot Pad Experiences with Maccessibility’s Holly Anderson
Discover the latest in accessible tech for blind users, including the Ploud One AI earbuds for meeting transcription, multi-line Braille displays like the Dot Pad, and the emerging world of tactile graphics. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack real-world experiences, frustrations, and hands-on insights with their guest Holly Anderson.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the
Apple’s September Surprises & Meta’s $18B Teen Safety Settlement
Apple’s latest launches, folding iPhone rumours, new Mac Mini and Mac Studio specs, and Meta’s $18B teen safety settlement — Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and tech journalist Will Guyatt break down what it all really means.
This episode dives into Apple’s busy product week, starting with the launch of new Macs and the official date for the “Surprise and Shine” September event. Steven and Shaun explo
Weekend: Restoring Dignity Through Accessible Communication Tech
Discover how Barvox, a groundbreaking speech translation app, is giving people with speech differences the power to be heard in real time. Learn how it restores dignity, connection, and independence.
This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Find out more at https://pneumasolutions.com/
Barvox is revolutionising accessible
Feedback: Smart Locks, Face ID & AI Audiobooks
Discover how blind and visually impaired tech enthusiasts navigate smart locks, Face ID, AI-powered audiobook reading, and NVDA add-ons, with humour and insight from Steven Scott and Shaun Preece.
Steven and Shaun dive into a lively inbox session, tackling emails from listeners on a wide range of tech topics. They debate whether AI text-to-speech voices like Eleven Reader can truly replace human a
The Midnight Kitkat & The Mac Surprise
Discover the hilarious chaos of midnight phone calls, Apple’s surprise Mac launches, and navigating life with low vision as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle accessibility, tech mishaps, and AI experiments in this jam-packed Double Tap episode.
Steven and Shaun kick off with an unplanned midnight panic thanks to “Mr. F” and his accidental phone call, leading to KitKats and coffee-fuelled banter
Your Feedback: Voice Control, Assistive Access, and the Best Apps for Blind Users
Explore accessible tech tips for blind and visually impaired users, from mastering iPhone voice control and Assistive Access to discovering smart apps like Earshot, WeatherFast, and the Whoop fitness tracker. Learn how AI-powered features can make your digital life easier and more inclusive.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into a lively listener mailbag, sharing stories, tips, and tools that en
Your Feedback: Sonos, Smart Glasses & The Digital Disability Tax
Discover the latest conversations around Sonos speaker accessibility, Meta smart glasses, and AI-driven accessibility solutions. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share personal experiences, listener feedback, and practical advice for blind and visually impaired tech users.
In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener messages covering everything from high-qua
AI Audiobooks, Starting With A Screen Reader & Punching Tech
Discover how blind and visually impaired users navigate books, tech frustrations, and accessible smart glasses in this lively conversation with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. Learn about text-to-speech (TTS), Braille reading, AI voices, and how updates can completely change the experience of devices like Meta smart glasses.
Steven and Shaun kick off with Monday mischief, from tangled cables to noi
Meta Glasses, AirPods Cameras & the Intel Gamer Days Giveaway
Discover the controversy surrounding Meta’s smart glasses, rumours of AirPods with cameras, and the exciting Intel Gamer Days giveaway featuring an MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI laptop. Learn why privacy, accessibility, and cutting-edge AI hardware are at the heart of this conversation.
Steven Scott welcomes guest Marc Aflalo to explore two major tech topics. First, they dive into the growing scrutiny a
Ed Summers on GitHub Accessibility and AI Innovation
Discover how GitHub’s accessibility initiatives and generative AI tools are empowering blind and disabled developers to code, create, and innovate independently.
This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Find out more at https://pneumasolutions.com/
Ed Summers, Head of Accessibility at GitHub, joins Steven Scott to share ho
Password Chaos, Braille Survey & Your Feedback
Struggling with Microsoft account passwords and accessibility? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the frustrations of password management, passkeys, and account recovery, while exploring the everyday challenges blind users face with Windows, Mac, and smart home tech.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven shares his exhausting three‑day battle with Microsoft account recovery while setting up a
Preparing for Blindness and Embracing AI Tools
Explore how AI is transforming accessibility for blind and partially sighted users, from using vibe coding to mastering productivity tools, while reflecting on vision loss, independence, and future tech.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into a candid conversation about vision loss, the emotional journey of preparing for blindness, and how AI is becoming an essentia
AirPods with Cameras? And More Of Your Feedback
Discover the latest rumours and insights about Apple’s potential AirPods with visual intelligence and the evolving landscape of AI-powered wearable tech. Hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share personal stories, tech mishaps, and lively debates on whether Apple is falling behind in the AI race.
This episode explores the buzz around Apple’s rumoured AirPods featuring camera or visual intelligence
Blind Developer Creates Seamless Windows on Mac Experience
Learn how to run Windows on a Mac accessibly with AVM (Accessible Virtual Machine), a powerful, blind-friendly solution for virtualisation on Apple Silicon.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the challenges and breakthroughs of running Windows on macOS without losing accessibility. Their guest, Allison Melloy, introduces AVM — an accessible virtual machine designed to give blind users a seaml
Feedback: Navigating Hospitals, Instagram Accessibility & Braille
Learn how Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle listener emails, guide dog refusals in hospitals, and the daily challenges of using Meta smart glasses and social media apps with accessibility tools. This episode blends humour, honesty, and practical tips for blind tech users.
Steven and Shaun dive into a packed session of listener feedback, starting with a controversial hospital guide dog refusal a
Mainstream: Google Pixel 11 & Pixel Tag
Explore the latest Google Pixel devices, including the Pixel 11 series, Pixel Tag trackers, and Pixel Buds, as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into new features, AI capabilities, and Android tips for 2026 buyers.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share their hands-on impressions and insights into Google’s newest Pixel releases, including the Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel Fold, and the all-new Pixel Tag track
Weekend: CSUN 2027 - Launching Tomorrow's Assistive Tech Innovations Today
Discover how the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference is driving innovation in accessibility and assistive tech. Learn how the 2027 event and its brand-new Innovation Track give creators, startups, and researchers the stage to showcase life-changing ideas before they hit the market.
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How AI, Accessibility, and Security Collide in 2026
Learn how recent data breaches, AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, and the rise of AI-generated music impact accessibility, privacy, and everyday digital life. Plus, the hosts share candid insights about caring for loved ones with dementia.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into critical updates for the visually impaired community. They break down the data breach affe
Google’s 2026 Pixel Lineup: From Foldables to Health-Focused Wearables
Explore Google’s 2026 Pixel Event highlights, including the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Watch 5. Learn about new accessibility tools, AI-powered Gemini features, post-quantum security, and advanced health tracking.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into Google’s latest “Made by Google” Pixel showcase. They share first impressions of the Pixel 11 lineup, the Pixel Fold, and
Meta Adventurer Glasses: Real-World Review for Blind Users
Explore the new Meta Adventurer smart glasses with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest Gordon Anthony. We compare the latest Meta glasses to the previous Meta Ray-Bans, covering audio quality, battery life, app usability, accessibility features, and real-world benefits for blind users.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive deep into the latest Meta Adventurer smart glasses. They d
Feedback: Accessible Hymns, Cool Ways To Use Claude & Visually Appealing Blind Tech
Explore how blind tech enthusiasts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are harnessing AI tools like Claude, co-work, and code agents to improve accessibility, automate daily tasks, and enhance life for visually impaired users.
In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive deep into the evolving world of AI-powered accessibility. From humorous morning mishaps without coffee to serious discu
OpenAI’s Rumoured Hockey Puck Device & What To Expect From Google’s Pixel Event
Discover how Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the world of accessible tech, AI-powered gadgets, and social adventures with UK sight loss charities. From meeting the teams at Blind Ambition and Triple Tap Tech to discussing the rumoured OpenAI “donut” device, this episode mixes practical tech talk with stories from life as blind tech enthusiasts.
Steven shares his weekend in Scotland, meeting
Mainstream: Google Assistant Is Ending, Siri AI Isn’t Coming To All Devices & Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Phone In A Fridge
Google Assistant is shutting down on 4 September 2026, replaced by the AI-powered Google Gemini, while Apple’s Siri AI upgrade is rolling out with strict hardware requirements. This episode explores what the shift means for users, device compatibility, and why you should never put your phone in the fridge.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dissect the upcoming transition from Google Assistant to Googl
Weekend: From Research to Reality - The Feelspace Navibelt Story
Discover how the FeelSpace Navibelt is transforming navigation for blind and partially sighted people through innovative haptic feedback technology. Learn how this discreet vibrating belt enhances independence, boosts confidence, and changes lives.
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Koko’s Adventures, Blind Pride And The Braillenote Evolves
Guide dog journeys, hospital mishaps, and tech talk collide in this engaging Double Tap episode with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. Discover real-world stories of guide dog navigation, service animal refusals, and the latest assistive tech updates for blind users.
Steven Scott recounts an unforgettable week of firsts with his guide dog, Koko—from a taxi refusal to an extraordinary hospital experie
Rui Fontes’ Legacy: The Voices That Shaped Accessibility
Discover the legacy of Rui Fontes, the creator of beloved screen reader voices, and hear how Adi Kushnir and Access Mind are keeping his work alive with new, high-quality voices for iPhone and beyond.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece reflect on the remarkable impact of Rui Fontes, whose work on Vocalizer voices and Tiflotecnia quietly shaped the daily lives of blind and visually impaired tech users.
Smart Glasses Concerns, Audio Description Woes & The Reality of Accessible Tech
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into smart glasses, Apple Watch woes, and the realities of audio description for blind users. From tech frustrations to social perceptions, this episode of Double Tap is both funny and insightful for anyone interested in accessible tech.
In this lively discussion, Steven and Shaun explore the quirks and frustrations of living with modern assistive tech. Steven sh
From The Inbox: From Android Accessibility To AI Fatigue
Learn how blind tech users navigate treadmills, master touch typing, and explore the MacBook Neo and Android accessibility in this lively, feedback-packed episode of Double Tap.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener messages covering everything from MacBook Neo charging quirks to running safely on treadmills for blind users. They share personal stories about AI fatigue, touch typing cha
Mainstream: Are Samsung’s Folding Phones Finally Worth It?
Explore the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Ultra, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip in this deep-dive discussion with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest Marc Aflalo. Learn about real-world performance, folding form factors, and how these devices are reshaping mobile productivity and accessibility.
In this episode of Double Tap Mainstream, Steven, Shaun, and Marc Aflalo break down Samsung’s latest folding smartphones
Weekend: The Blind Outdoorsman On Hiking, Tech, and Life with RP
Discover how The Blind Outdoorsman, Jeff Skoglund, navigates the wilderness with retinitis pigmentosa. From hiking and kayaking to content creation, Jeff shares honest insights about accessibility, technology, and rediscovering independence outdoors.
In this episode of Double Tap Weekend, Shaun Preece sits down with Jeff Skoglund—known online as The Blind Outdoorsman—to explore how he balances his
ChromeVox on Chromebooks: Can It Replace Your Computer?
Discover how ChromeVox on Chromebooks is transforming accessible computing for blind users. With insights from Charmaine Cole of the Accessible Learning Lounge, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore whether Chromebooks can truly replace traditional PCs or Macs for everyday tasks.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the world of Chromebooks and Google’s built-in screen reader,
Annie: The Device Helping Blind Children Read and Write
Discover how Thinkerbell Labs’ Annie, the world’s first self-learning Braille device, is revolutionising Braille literacy for blind children. Learn how gamified, voice-guided technology bridges the gap where Braille teachers are scarce.
Braille literacy has been declining worldwide due to a lack of qualified teachers. In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with Sanskriti Dawle and Di
Inbox Insights: Prosthetic Eyes, AI Music and Why Society Still Gets Disability Wrong
Discover how blind tech enthusiasts navigate listener emails, share hilarious real-life stories, and explore accessibility in healthcare, music, and multi-line braille technology like the Monarch.
In this engaging episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into their inbox to discuss heartfelt and eclectic listener messages. From Pam’s unforgettable prosthetic eye and spaghetti dinn
Light Sword Cane: Safety and Style for Blind Travellers
Explore the innovative Light Sword Cane from Sideways Innovations, a foldable, illuminated mobility cane designed to improve blind pedestrian safety, visibility, and social interaction, with a nod to Star Wars fandom.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into a lively conversation with Steven and Scott from Sideways Innovations about the Light Sword Cane—a mobility cane that lights up in multiple co
How Two Brothers Built an AI Assistant for Windows Accessibility
Discover Darvy, a voice-first AI assistant for Windows that empowers blind users to control their computer with plain English commands. Skip the steep screen reader learning curve and gain independence with faster, smarter accessibility.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down with brothers Ameen and Majd, the creators of Darvy, a new AI-powered tool for blind Windows users. Born from Majd’s experi
Mainstream: When AI Breaks Free: The OpenAI & Hugging Face Breach
AI escapes its sandbox, hacks a real company, and prompts urgent questions about the future of autonomous agents. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the OpenAI and Hugging Face incident, AI security testing, and why this matters for everyone online.
In this episode of Double Tap Mainstream, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore a startling real-world AI event. OpenAI admitted that one of its
Weekend: Disability Rights and Wrongs: A Guide to Action with David Lepofsky
Ontario’s promise of full accessibility by 2025 has fallen short. Disability advocate David Lepofsky joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to explore why the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) missed its goal, what went wrong in enforcement, and how grassroots advocacy can drive real change.
In this episode of Double Tap Weekend, we revisit Ontario’s 20-year journey under the A
Honest Conversations, Best AI Webcams & Accessing Books Online
Explore the challenges and honest conversations about blindness, independence, and tech in daily life. Learn about AI-powered webcams, nostalgic accessible tech, and why community feedback matters most.
In this Feedback Friday episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece respond to listener emails and voice messages from around the world. Jim from Florida appreciates the show’s intentional
Samsung Unpacked 2026 & Athina AD App
Discover the latest from Samsung Unpacked and explore how Athena AD is transforming audio description for blind and visually impaired content creators. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the new Galaxy foldables, Galaxy Watch 9, and Samsung’s smart glasses, and speak to Shawn and Omar about making AI-powered video description accessible to everyone.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and
Your Feedback: VoiceOver Bluetooth Tips, Managing Your Photo Library & IOS Dictation Woes
Discover how blind tech enthusiasts are using vibe coding and AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to create accessible apps, manage photo libraries, and tackle real-life challenges with Bluetooth audio, dictation, and image descriptions.
In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener emails exploring the rise of vibe coding—where blind users leverage AI to crea
Living Blind And Caring For Family, Smart Glasses Privacy & WebAim Survey Released
Explore the challenges and real-life experiences of blind technology users, from caring for loved ones with dementia to navigating public spaces, airports, and smart glasses controversies. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring insight, humour, and practical advice to the everyday realities of living without sight.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott returns to join Shaun Preece for a wide-ra
Earshot and Beyond: How Blind Developers Are Creating with AI
Explore how AI and vibe coding are transforming app creation for blind developers, from building custom podcast tools to tackling accessibility challenges with Claude, Codex, and Fable 5.
In this episode of Double Tap, Shaun Preece is joined by Michael Babcock to dive deep into the world of AI-driven app creation. With Steven Scott unexpectedly absent, Shaun and Michael explore how tools like Clau
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