Double Tap

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 2:13 - Steven on the Air Max Headphone 10:45 - Reeder App & Project Tapestry 16:04 - Envision Assist News 22:17 - E-mail - Darren on the Zeitgeist 2 26.58 - E-mail - Sarah on Android 42.06 - E-mail - Mark on X Timelines 44:56 - E-mail - Jos on Audio Description 50:53 - E-mail - Kaitlyn on Blind Pride YouTube Adjustment: 52:23 - E-mail - Kaitlyn on Blind Pride ---- Fol...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun are joined by special guests to discuss the upcoming iOS 18 software release on iPhones from September 16th. The guys are joined by the author of the iOS Access For All book, Shelly Brisbin, to discuss the range of new accessibility features coming this year for people with various types of disabilities, including Eye Tracking, Music Haptics and Voiceover improve...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun review the Apple “It’s Glowtime” Event featuring new iPhones, Apple Watch and AirPods. The guys dive into the announcements and share their views on the new iPhone 16 lineup, as well as the embedded Apple Intelligence features that have been announced to arrive this year, starting in the US in October. There’s also a look at some exciting developments inside the...

Today on the show the guys are back discussing Shaun’s recent trip to a luxury hotel and the challenges he had with his Meta Ray-Ban frames, plus we find out why Samsung phone users may not be able to access the Talkback version 15 screenreader on their devices. We start with Shaun’s real world use of the Meta Ray-Ban Frames which has caused him concern in relation to the ability of the artificial...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into the inbox for the first in our weekly series of “App of the Week” featuring your favourite apps and why others might liike them. We also welcome disability and technology advocate Colin Hughes back to discuss the upcoming Apple Event and why he thinks Meta are missing a trick when it comes to their Ray-Ban smart glasses. As always, the show begins with...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into your emails and voicemails with comments around Android, Braille and the future of AppleVis. They begin with their usual banter and Steven explains why he is so tired following a late night trip to the vet with his poorly dog, plus there are some updates about the show and thanks for the kind comments on YouTube. There’s also news from Anker on their ne...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out what its like to travel inside a driverless car courtesy of good friend of the show, Gregg Hayes. Plus Steven asks for an intervention into his recent usage of Facebook, and we gather your suggestions for the naming ceremony of the studio plastic plant. There’s also more discussion on the accessibility of smart doorbells such as the Blink system from Ama...

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro & Using Find My in Seeing AI 6:47 - What is Double Tap & AMI 20:05 - Amazon May Switch To Claude AI To Power Their Smart Speakers 23:59 - Contact Details 24:12 - AppleVis & Be My Eyes Interview 55:26 - Outro ---- Follow on: YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtube X (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/x Instagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/i...

As Double Tap transitions over to YouTube full time on Tuesday 3rd September 2024, this will be the last episode of the Best of YouTube on the podcast. And in that spirit the guys are focusing on providing you with the tips and tools you might want to use to connect and contribute to the show going forward, in both audio and video format. In this special episode, we break down the best ways to rec...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun continue to break down the news of the recent Be My Eyes takeover of AppleVis, and a listener shares a cool feature from the Seeing AI app. While the dust settles around the announcement that Be My Eyes is taking over ApplVis, Double Tap contributor Michael Babcock weighs in with some of his own questions ahead of our interview with Be My Eyes on Tuesday 3rd Sept...

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven and Shaun continue to discuss the recent merger between AppleVis and Be My Eyes, exploring the community's positive reactions and the potential for growth and monetisation within the blind community. There's also a demonstration of one of the features of Leasey, a software by Hartgen Consultancy that gives users of the JAWS screen reader a ton of additio...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the breaking news that popular website AppleVis has been saved from closure thanks to Be My Eyes. In a statement issued to Double Tap, the company explains their decision to assist in keeping the site for blind Apple users open, and how they intend to help grow the service with the assistance of the blind and low vision community. You can hear the full st...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun react to the latest announcement by Apple about their upcoming event on September 9th, plus they respond to your comments on outdoor cooking, while listener Bev shares a review of the TrueFree earbuds. First up the guys hear from CC in Montreal who thinks he has found the issue relating to Steven's screen curtain issues, and the guys dive into what they think wil...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss an issue flagged by one of our listeners concerning the screen curtain on iPhone, and we hear from Michael Babcock on updates to the ChatGPT website, and listener Kyler shares his review of the Zeitgeist 2 talking clock and alarm. First up the guys discuss the issues raised by an anonymous listener regarding the screen curtain on iPhone - a tool that hide...

In this episode, Steven and Shaun discuss the confusion surrounding Microsoft Teams and the multiple versions of Outlook.  They also talk about the new Turtle Beach Stealth 700 gaming headset and the challenges of pricing and accessibility for Braille displays.  Listeners share their thoughts on the importance of maintaining accessible websites and the need for more affordable Braille technology....

On the show today Steven and Shaun discuss various topics including the new studio setup, the MX keys keyboard, and the future of Google Chrome OS.  They touch on the updates to Chrome OS that benefit users of ChromeVox, such as better PDF support and a new read-aloud mode. The hosts express their thoughts on the potential of Chrome OS in education and the workplace, as well as the importance of a...

On this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dived into a debate about whether trains have wheels, sparking the usual Double Tap chaos. They also discussed Google's controversial actions towards tech influencers, threatening them to prefer Pixel phones. The hosts explored the blurred lines between sponsored content and genuine reviews in the tech industry. They also touched on the challenges fa...

On Double Tap today, Steven and Shaun discussed various topics, including their struggles with resisting the temptation of a chocolate bar. On the tech side, the guys dive into the intricacies of setting up and using Blink security cameras and doorbells, sharing insights on motion detection sensitivity and smart speaker alerts. The conversation shifted to exploring smart lighting options for outdo...

In today’s show, Steven and Shaun discuss various topics including the BitLocker recovery key problem, smart power strips, inclusive language, and the need for a computer system specifically designed for blind people.  They also hear an email from listener Glendon, who shares his thoughts on the blind community's need for a toolbox of icebreakers and conversation starters to help sighted people fe...

In this episode of Double Tap on YouTube, Steven and Shaun discuss the challenges of indoor and outdoor cooking, how AI could soon better understand our emotions, and how our friend Michael is getting on in his new setup. We start with our good friend Kayaker who joins the show to talk about how he enjoys good cookout during the summer months. He shares his experience with Weber grills, how he use...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun talk about setting up studio equipment, using USB over Ethernet, HDMI over Ethernet, and HDMI audio extractors. They also discuss the accessibility of Apple TV, the benefits of Loopback software, and the importance of speaking out as a community. There’s also a listener email about the proposed cuts to the Technology For Life team at RNIB.  The conversation explo...

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss various technology-related topics, including the challenges of technology failures, the importance of accessibility in software and hardware, and the need for improved accessibility in popular apps like Ecamm and Stream Deck.  They also touch on the benefits of touch typing and the potential usefulness of Braille keyboard stickers. In this part of the con...

At the “Made by Google” event on August 13, Google introduced a range of new hardware and software, including the Pixel 9 series, Pixel Watch 3, and Pixel Buds Pro 2. Key highlights include the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, a foldable version of the Pixel 9, and the larger Pixel 9 Pro XL. The Pixel Watch 3 now offers two sizes and improved battery life, while the Pixel Buds Pro 2 features upgraded noise cance...

On this week’s episode of the Best of Double Tap on YouTube we learn about the latest in wearable tech, and discuss the latest in smart mobility aids such as the WeWalk smart cane and Glide AI mobility device. First up, Steven and Shaun discuss the ‘State of the Nation’ relating to wearable tech, with a focus on smart glasses. They explore the evolution of wearables, from the Bose frames to the Me...

As always, the show starts off on an unusual tangent, with a wild discussion around Steven finding the Etsy website and deciding to purchase anything he can that can include the Double Tap logo – purely for professional video recording reasons only obviously! Also, the guys get into discussion on how their new studios will be designed and what steps they are taking to get ready for the move to You...