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Is your smart tech really yours? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the frustrations and humour of 2025’s connected world—covering guide dog training, IRobot’s bankruptcy, Ramblio’s new audio limits, and the quirks of digital payments.This episode of Double Tap takes listeners on a festive but thought‑provoking ride through tech and accessibility. Steven and Shaun open with the challenge of gift‑giving in an age of Amazon deliveries and disposable pyjamas, joking about vouchers and the demise of sentimental presents. The conversation shifts to cashless living, with insights on why Apple Pay and Google Pay are safer than bank cards, and the struggles of convincing parents to adopt mobile payments. The hosts then tackle IRobot’s bankruptcy and what it means for smart home accessibility. They explore the growing problem of cloud‑dependent devices that can stop working if a company folds, and debate the need for local‑first solutions and right‑to‑repair laws. Ramblio, the voice‑based social app, is also in the spotlight as its creator caps recordings at ten minutes to manage soaring storage costs, sparking discussion on subscriptions and community support. Personal moments shine through—from guide dog training and handling public interactions to heartfelt emails from listeners grappling with vision loss. The episode closes with reflections on Rob Reiner’s legacy and the comfort of revisiting classic films. Support the show by liking, commenting, and subscribing. Share your stories of tech frustrations or wins by emailing [email protected] or sending a voice message via WhatsApp at +1‑613‑481‑0144. Relevant LinksRamblio App: https://rambl.io/ Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted 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.

Discover the hilarious world of coffee mishaps, accessible tech updates, and gaming for blind users, as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share relatable stories and practical insights for everyday life and technology.In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun kick off with a frosty studio, birthday coffee machines, and the surprisingly complicated art of making a simple cappuccino. From misfitting pods to AI recommendations for mild brews, the pair explore how an accessible coffee ritual can become a laboratory experiment. The conversation flows into listener emails covering accessible recording devices like the Zoom Essential series, creating custom tech manuals with AI, and blind-friendly gaming communities on RS Games and QuentinC’s Game Room. The hosts also dig into major accessibility updates for iOS 26.2 and Android, including new TalkBack features like split-tap and magic tap for dictation, plus Apple Mail’s latest VoiceOver bug. They reflect on the future of assistive AI, humanoid robots as guides, Facebook groups for community building, and the balance between technology convenience and cost for devices like the BrailleNote Evolve and Orbit Optima. If you enjoy Double Tap, please like, comment, and subscribe for more tech insights and accessible lifestyle tips. Share your coffee disasters, favourite accessible games, or AI hacks with us at [email protected]!Relevant LinksZoom Essential Recorders: https://zoomcorp.comAccessible Android News: https://accessibleandroid.comAppleVis iOS Updates: https://applevis.comRS Games: https://www.rsgames.orgQuentinC’s Game Room: https://quentinc.net Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted 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.

Explore the highs and lows of smart glasses, accessible tech, and blind living in this thoughtful and often funny conversation. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dig into the Ally Solos launch, Samsung’s accessible washing machines, and the realities of daily life with sight loss.Steven and Shaun return to the studio after a week away, sharing stories about broken teeth, guide dog training, and the humour in life’s “micro frustrations” as blind tech users. Listener emails spark a deep discussion on the Ally Solos smart glasses—highlighting slow responses, patchy AI performance, and the importance of realistic expectations with emerging assistive technology. The duo also explore the state of accessible home appliances, including Samsung’s screen-reading washing machines and the SmartThings app, while reflecting on Apple’s “Remarkable” advert and how social attitudes towards disability shape perception. The conversation closes with insights into the future of AI-powered wearables, from Meta Ray-Bans to Google’s upcoming Android XR glasses.If you’ve tried Ally Solos, Meta Ray-Bans, or any other smart glasses, we want to hear your experience! Email the show and join the conversation. And don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more accessible tech chat.Relevant LinksBe My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.comIra: https://www.ira.ioMeta Ray-Ban Glasses: https://www.meta.com/smart-glasses/Samsung SmartThings: https://www.samsung.com/uk/apps/smartthings/ Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted 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.

Discover how blind tech enthusiasts react to Apple’s new accessibility campaign and explore the surprising accessibility features hidden in Samsung’s smart washer-dryer. Hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, joined by Michael Babcock, dive into inclusive design, privacy concerns, and the future of AI in everyday life. 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!In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun welcome Michael Babcock for a lively discussion on technology and accessibility. They begin by reviewing Apple’s “Remarkable” campaign, launched for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, featuring a cast of disabled students using Apple devices. The hosts share candid thoughts on representation, marketing authenticity, and whether mainstream tech companies are truly delivering on accessibility. The conversation shifts to an unexpected topic—smart appliances. Michael reveals that Samsung’s all-in-one washer-dryer has built-in accessibility features, including voice feedback via Bixby and compatibility with SmartThings, making laundry more independent for blind users. He even provides a live demo of the talking washer in action. Later, listener Catherine raises serious concerns about data privacy in an AI-powered world, questioning how blind users can balance the benefits of smart devices with the risks of surveillance and data collection. The hosts explore Amazon Sidewalk, AI regulation, and the societal implications of emerging tech. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Double Tap for more honest conversations about tech and accessibility. Share your thoughts via email at [email protected] or leave a voice message at 1-877-803-4567. Relevant LinksApple Accessibility: https://www.apple.com/accessibilityACB Community: https://www.acb.orgBe My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.comSamsung SmartThings: https://www.samsung.com/smartthings Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted 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.

Confused about Apple TV upgrades, iPhone Air, and the latest smart glasses? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle listener emails on tech for blind users, from upgrading old Apple TVs and choosing the right iPhone, to smart glasses like Meta Ray-Bans, Ally Solos, and Aira. They also dive into Windows 11 installation with Rufus, sleep tracking with Apple Watch Series 11, and the realities of online accessibility tools.Aira is proud to sponsor Double Tap, supporting a community that values independence, access, and real solutions for blind and low vision users. Aira is an app that gives you on-demand visual interpreting through trained professionals who can describe surroundings, read information, or guide you using your phone’s camera. It also includes Access AI, a feature that provides instant image descriptions with the option to confirm details with a live visual interpreter. Aira works with major companies, airports, universities, and retailers that offer the service for free as Access Partners, and the platform is approaching ten million calls while remaining available on both iOS and Android. In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun unpack a mailbag full of listener questions and tech dilemmas. Discussions range from whether to upgrade to the latest Apple TV or wait for a new release, to how the iPhone Air fits into Apple’s 2025 line-up. Listeners weigh in on the frustrations of downloading and using Rufus to install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs, and Robin offers a step-by-step guide. The hosts also explore the accessibility of new smart glasses, including early impressions of Ally Solos and excitement for the upcoming Agiga Echo Vision. They debate the infantilisation of blind users in discussions about online gambling, share experiences with Apple Watch sleep tracking, and highlight listener feedback about Audible’s confusing subscription model. The episode closes with tips on assistive tech resources and future trends in AI-powered wearables.Enjoying Double Tap? Share your thoughts!Email: [email protected] audio/video: +1 613-481-0144Voicemail: 1-877-803-4567Like, subscribe, and join the conversation on accessible tech!Relevant Links• Rufus Official Site: https://rufus.ie• Seeing With Sound: https://www.seeingwithsound.com• Kentucky Assistive Tech Network: https://catsnet.org/services• Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com• Aira: https://aira.io Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted 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.