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UK streaming services face new accessibility rules under the 2024 Media Act, requiring Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and others to meet minimum standards for audio description, subtitles, and signed content. Steveen Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the UK’s updated approach to on-demand accessibility, now overseen by Ofcom. The 2024 Media Act extends broadcast standards to major streaming platf...

Discover how adaptive tech, retro-inspired phones, and inclusive fashion are transforming daily life for disabled people. From accessible MacBooks to magnetic zippers, this episode spotlights innovation with impact. 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 ente...

Explore the latest in affordable assistive technology for blind and low vision users, including an under-$100 smart cane, AI-powered smart glasses, and a simple navigation aid tackling the last 10 metres problem. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring you more highlights from the Zero Project Conference and a preview of new products heading to CSUN. They discuss Oakley Vanguards, Sony XM6 headphones,...

Explore the powerful discussions from the Zero Project Conference on accessibility in crisis and emergency response, discover innovative assistive technologies, and hear Steven Scott’s review of the most expensive headphones he’s ever bought. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring you insightful conversations from the Zero Project Conference, highlighting global initiat...

Discover how Speaky AI and JAWS for Kiosk Payment Terminals are transforming accessibility for blind users. Learn how AI-driven screen reading, secure touchscreen payments, and even future robotic guide dogs could redefine independence. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the cutting edge of accessible technology from the Zero Project Conference. They share a hands...

Travelling as a blind passenger can be a mix of comedy, frustration, and tech discovery. Steven Scott shares his delayed journey from Vienna, encounters with chatty robots, inaccessible airports, and the reality of airport assistance for blind travellers—plus the apps and tools that saved the day. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott returns from a snowy Vienna with stories of flight cancel...

With Steven Scott away in Vienna at the Zero Project, the conversation turns to Apple’s upcoming New York event and the growing speculation around a lower-cost MacBook powered by the A18 chip. Is Apple about to release a Chromebook-style Mac, or is this simply a more affordable entry into the Mac ecosystem? We unpack the differences between A-series and M-series chips, performance realities, and w...

Paralympic long jumper Lex Gillette shares how technology and resilience have shaped his journey to becoming a five-time Paralympian. From AI tools like Be My Eyes to advanced training tech, discover how innovation drives inclusion in sport. In this inspiring episode of Double Tap Weekend, Lex Gillette reflects on his extraordinary journey as a visually impaired athlete competing at the highest le...

Google I/O 2026 is set for March 19, OpenClaw AI sparks debate, and Steven wraps up his final day in Vienna. This episode blends accessibility tech news, AI experimentation, and the usual Double Tap banter. 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...

Explore the latest tech and accessibility insights from the Zero Project Conference in Vienna with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and the ever-charismatic Mr. F. From innovative assistive devices to affordable smart canes and Meta’s conversation-focus glasses, this episode uncovers the real challenges and opportunities in accessible technology. In this engaging episode of Double Tap, Steven reports f...

Explore the Zero Project tech conference in Vienna, discover Speaky AI’s smart screen reader and innovative accessibility tools, and hear insights on Apple’s upcoming 4 March event and the future of affordable MacBooks. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring a lively look at the world of assistive tech from Vienna. Steven shares his travel misadventures, from oversized hiking boots to airport wheelch...

Explore the most innovative accessibility and assistive technology from CES 2026, including self-driving mobility chairs, exoskeletons, neural earbuds, and vision-enhancing glasses that could transform independence for disabled users. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece chat with Alison Sheridan from the NosillaCast about the standout accessibility tech unveiled at CES. From the Strut EV self-driving mo...

Explore the world of online dating and accessibility for disabled and chronically ill people, including how apps like Datability are creating safe, inclusive spaces for meaningful connections. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the challenges and opportunities of online dating for disabled and visually impaired people. They speak first with broadcaster Fern Lulham who shares her real-life exp...

Explore the latest listener insights on AI guide dog apps, Braille tech, screen reader debates, and accessibility in everyday life. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into your emails, address tech frustrations, and share plenty of laughs along the way. This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at...

Can living with a disability for three years change how society sees blindness? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener emails about empathy, blindness education, DIY for blind people, and high-tech Braille devices like the HumanWare BrailleNote Evolve. This lively episode of Double Tap explores how temporary disability experiences might influence empathy, with a humorous twist on “mandat...

Learn how Be My Eyes Workplace is transforming employment for blind and low-vision professionals with powerful AI tools, human support, and seamless desktop integration to create accessible, inclusive workplaces. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece welcome Mike Buckley, CEO of Be My Eyes, and Andy Lane to discuss the groundbreaking launch of Be My Eyes Workplace, a new accessibility platform designed to...

Discover Curb to Car, an innovative accessibility app designed to help blind and visually impaired users locate their Uber rides with confidence. Learn how MIT students and assistive tech expert Scott - aka Kayaker - partnered to solve one of the trickiest challenges in ride-sharing for blind travellers. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore how blind users can now s...

Discover why the AppleVis Apple Vision Accessibility Report Card matters for blind and visually impaired users, plus how AI tools like OpenClaw are raising serious security questions. We also explore accessible smart home appliances and share listener tips on washing machines, ovens, and coffee makers. In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the importance of the Apple Vision Acce...

In this episode of Double Tap Mainstream, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece welcome Jon Lamont, Editor-in-Chief at MobileSyrup, to discuss the week’s biggest tech headlines in Canada and beyond. We dive into the Pixel 10A leaks, including its expected Tensor G4 processor, camera comparisons to the Pro model, and why Google’s A-series phones remain unbeatable for value. The conversation shifts to the s...

Discover how Verizon and CES 2026 brought accessibility to the forefront with the first-ever dedicated Accessibility Stage, featuring 25 sessions and 100 voices shaping the future of inclusive technology. Fred Moltz, Chief Accessibility Officer at Verizon, joins Marc Aflalo to reflect on the huge success of the Accessibility Stage at CES 2026. For the first time in CES history, a dedicated platfor...

Discover how OneCourt’s haptic sports technology is transforming the Super Bowl experience for blind and low-vision fans by providing real-time, tactile feedback of live games. 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 doublet...

Discover how guide dogs, anxiety, and AI tools intersect in the lives of blind hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. This episode of Double Tap dives into accessible tech, everyday mobility challenges, and the surprising ways AI might transform independence. Steven and Shaun return with a lively, candid conversation covering the highs and lows of life with vision loss. Steven shares real-world expe...

Confused about JAWS screen reader pricing, subscriptions, and SMAs in 2026? Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest expert Matthew Horspool break down what Vispero’s new licensing changes mean for blind users in the UK, US, and beyond. In this episode of Double Tap, the team dives deep into the JAWS 2026 licensing shake-up. Matthew Horspool returns to clarify confusing updates around subscription mo...

Discover how AI is reshaping accessibility in coding and app development. Joe Devon and Eamon McGurlain reveal why benchmarking AI for accessibility is crucial to ensure inclusive technology in 2026. In this in-depth conversation, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with Joe Devon, co‑founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, and Eamon McGurlain, VP and global head of accessibility at Service...

Apple’s $2B AI move, Meta’s new subscriptions, and a landmark social media court case could reshape the tech we all use. From facial-expression AI to ad-free Facebook, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break it down with expert insight. This episode of Double Tap Mainstream dives into the tech stories making headlines. Apple has quietly made its second-largest acquisition, buying the AI audio start-up...