Double Tap

Explore the challenges and funny realities of accessible tech in everyday life, from voiceover-unfriendly YouTube tutorials to GPS navigation fails and inaccessible office phones. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share listener emails, stories, and practical tips for blind tech users. Aira is proud to sponsor Double Tap, supporting a community that values independence, access, and real solutions for...

Explore the latest in assistive tech and low-vision innovations from Sight Village over the years, including AI-powered Seva smart glasses, the Optima Braille laptop, multi-line Braille displays, and mobility tools like the Mini Guide. We’re excited to share an exclusive treat for Double Tap listeners! As we prepare bring you full coverage of Sight Village taking place in London, England on 18–19...

Discover the latest in accessible tech from Sight Village, including the innovative KapX navigation headset, the Synapptic smart watch, the dual talking air fryer from Cobolt, and advanced Braille solutions like the Activator display. Learn how these devices are empowering blind and low vision users with independence, safety, and practical everyday tools. We’re excited to share an exclusive treat...

Explore the latest accessible tech offers from Sight and Sound Technology and Aspire Consultancy, including exclusive Sight Village deals, lightweight Savosky canes, Orbit Braille displays, and Feedlot backpacks designed for blind users. 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://pneumas...

Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into everyday frustrations, from robots that can’t close dishwashers to AI-powered home assistants that randomly skip podcast episodes. Along the way, they share laughs, listener rants, and reflections on accessibility, independence, and the realities of being blind in a tech-driven world. Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap....

Are smart vacuums and headsets really living up to the hype for blind users? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share hands-on experiences with Roomba, Roborock, and affordable Eufy robots, plus the accessibility of apps and the real-world impact of server-dependent hardware. This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off...

Glen Gordon reflects on his 32-year career at Vispero, his pioneering role in the development of JAWS for Windows, and the evolution of assistive technology amid industry-wide changes. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down with Glen Gordon, a leading figure in the assistive tech world, to explore his remarkable journey from early coding days to shaping JAWS for Windows. Glen shares candid insight...

Are smart glasses and AI screen readers the future of accessible tech? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share real-world frustrations and wins with Windows, macOS, Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, and the rise of AI-powered tools like Copilot and Be My Eyes. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the day-to-day realities of living and working with modern assistive technology. Steven ven...

Struggling to connect Gmail with Outlook in 2025? Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest Stuart Lawler dive into the chaos of Outlook Classic vs New Outlook, syncing calendars, managing Gmail authentication, and making your email accessible with screen readers like JAWS and NVDA. Plus, we explore Focus Braille display updates, Google’s .new shortcuts, and the rumours about Siri’s AI future. This ep...

Discover how ViddyScribe and its breakthrough real-time audio description tool are transforming video accessibility. Patrick Burton from Benvision joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to reveal how AI automatically adds audio descriptions to videos and even streams YouTube content with live narration for blind and visually impaired users. Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode...

Discover everything new in JAWS 2026 with Ryan Jones from Vispero, including AI-powered labelling, Page Explorer, multi-line Braille support, and key updates to licensing and subscriptions. 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 subscripti...

Discover how the WeWalk Smart Cane 2 and its new We Assist service are transforming accessibility for blind and partially sighted users in 2025. From enhanced navigation to real-time visual assistance, this episode explores hands-on experiences with the AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, iPhone 17 Pro, and smart home gadgets, alongside an exclusive interview with WeWalk’s Jean-Marc Feghali. Ste...

Code Factory is bringing back Eloquence for Android as a 64‑bit text‑to‑speech voice via subscription, sparking debate among blind tech users. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share first impressions, explore subscription concerns, and test new TalkBack 16.1 features like Reduced Delay on the Google Pixel 10 Pro. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the big news that Eloquence, t...

Vispero has officially extended the upgrade deadline for JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion licences, giving users extra time to transition without losing access. In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down with Matthew Horspool to clear up the confusion around JAWS pricing, SMAs, and subscriptions, and what home and professional users need to know. If you’ve been puzzled by the recent Vispero...

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! Celebrate Halloween with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece as they share spine-chilling tech horror stories from listeners, featuring haunted gadgets, gho...

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! Should blind users trust AI for companionship, and how does tech shape our human connections? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle your emails on AI sexti...

In today's special episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down for an hour-long chat with Chris McCausland, one of the UK's most celebrated blind comedians, and recent Strictly Come Dancing winner. Chris shares his incredible journey—from his early struggles with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) to becoming a national treasure, and how his career in comedy has evolved. Chris opens up ab...

Discover how blind and visually impaired users can shop independently at Walmart using Aira visual interpreting and Gmail web accessibility tools. Learn practical keyboard shortcuts, screen reader tips, and how Aira’s partnership with Walmart enables seamless in-store and online navigation. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into their hands-on experiences with Gmail on the web, exploring how scre...

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 empow...

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...

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 sc...

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 Sh...

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 S...

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 im...

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 encounter...