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Double Tap

Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, Steven Scott, Shaun Preece

Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are or how much or how little experience you have with technology. Each week the team will help you better understand how technology can help your everyday life, even if you have little or no sight.

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Bridging the Tech Gap for Blind Canadians with Marcia...

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2026/06/08

Discover how the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians is bridging the technology knowledge gap for blind and partially sighted users. Marcia Yale, AEBC’s national president, shares actionable insights on teaching foundational tech skills, addressing accessibility barriers, and empowering lifelong learning. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece welcome Marcia Yale, national president of the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC). Marcia reflects on her early tech

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Mainstream: Microsoft Build 2026: Surface Laptop...

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2026/06/07

Explore the biggest announcements from Microsoft Build 2026, including the Surface Laptop Ultra with NVIDIA’s new RTX Spark chip, on-device AI breakthroughs, and Project Solara—a new agent-first platform redefining computing.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into Microsoft’s high-profile week, unpacking the innovations unveiled at Microsoft Build. The show covers the Surface Laptop Ultra, a 15‑inch powerhouse featuring NVIDIA’s RTX Spark processor with unified memory for local AI performance, and

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Weekend: Hands-On with Echo Vision: Smart Glasses for...

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2026/06/06

Discover how the Agiga Echo Vision smart glasses empower blind and visually impaired users with live AI scene descriptions, transit directions, text reading, and seamless integration with Be My Eyes and Aira. In this episode of Double Tap Weekend, Shaun Preece explores the growing world of smart glasses for visually impaired users, featuring an in-depth demo from listener Roger Cusson. Roger showcases the Agiga Echo Vision glasses, demonstrating their unique hardware features—like haptic battery

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Affordable Assistive Technology: Lessons from Zero...

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2026/06/05

Explore how the Zero Project Tech Forum is amplifying assistive technology innovation in Africa, with insights from Bernard Chiira of AT4D and Innovate Now, driving real-world solutions for accessible tech.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece take Double Tap listeners virtually to Nairobi for the first-ever regional Zero Project Tech Forum. This episode dives into the growing global movement to make assistive technology affordable and widely available, particularly in regions like Africa, India, and South

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NVDA’s New Built-In Magnifier & Vispero at Sight City

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2026/06/04

Discover the latest innovations in assistive tech with Matt Ater from Vispero, including updates from Sight City Frankfurt, the new NVDA built-in magnifier, and the latest JAWS, ZoomText, and Focus Braille display developments. Learn how these changes impact blind and low vision users.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Matt Ater from Vispero to dive into the highlights of Sight City in Frankfurt, one of the leading events for assistive technology. They discuss exciting updates for blind

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Community-Powered Accessible Apps You Need to Try &...

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2026/06/03

Discover the launch of Soundscape for Android by the Scottish Tech Army — a free, community-driven navigation app designed to empower blind and partially sighted users with 3D audio mapping, offline maps, and local search.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share exciting updates on accessible tech projects, including new apps developed by blind and visually impaired creators. The highlight: Soundscape, once a Microsoft app, now lives on Android thanks to the Scottish Tech Army and Double Tap’s support

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Microsoft Surface Gets Ultra Upgrade & Aira Build AI...

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2026/06/02

Discover how Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Ultra and Nvidia’s RTX Spark chip are set to revolutionise AI-powered computing, plus Ira’s Build AI programme returns with exciting opportunities for blind and low vision users to test real-world AI applications. In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share a series of apologies, from mix-ups with listener audio to missed events, and give updates on upcoming content featuring Roger’s impressive Giga Ecovision glasses demo. They dive deep into the

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How Open Claw and Voice Claw Make Computers Fully...

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2026/06/01

Discover how Voice Claw Real Time transforms AI accessibility by connecting voice commands to Open Claw, enabling hands-free, intelligent computer use for everyday tasks and people with disabilities. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece welcome developer Ben Badejo to explore Voice Claw Real Time, his new voice interface for Open Claw. This system allows AI models to take direct action on computers and mobile devices, not just respond in chat. Ben explains how Open Claw can read emails, manage calendars,

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Your Feedback: Smart Glasses and AI, Accessible...

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2026/05/29

Discover how smart glasses like EchoVision, Ally Solos, and Meta Ray-Bans are shaping accessibility for blind users. Plus, listeners share creative solutions for navigating buses and using AI to manage daily tasks.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into listener experiences with the latest smart glasses. Amy compares the EchoVision and Ally Solos glasses, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impressive integration with apps like Be My Eyes. Ian shares his

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Your Feedback: Accessible Sonos Alternatives, Guide...

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2026/05/28

Explore accessible tech tips, high-quality audio alternatives to Sonos, custom iPhone VoiceOver gestures, guide dog versus cane mobility, and the challenges of embracing Android as a blind user in this lively Double Tap episode with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece.Steven and Shaun dive into a packed inbox covering a wide range of topics for blind and visually impaired tech users. They discuss listener questions about Sonos speakers, the declining Sonos app, and whether alternatives like WiiM or

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Your Feedback: Shopping, Cooking, and Screen Reader...

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2026/05/27

Discover practical tips for blind and visually impaired tech users, from mastering Mac keyboard commands to navigating frustrating audio description on smart TVs. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share listener stories, accessibility rants, and laughs along the way.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into a “Dolly Mixture” of feedback, blending humour with honest talk about living with vision loss in a tech-driven world. They explore smart TV accessibility challenges, like

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Your Feedback: Smart Glasses & Giving Your Eyes A Bath

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2026/05/26

Explore the evolving world of smart glasses and AI wearables for blind and low vision users. This episode dives into first-hand user feedback on devices like EchoVision Pioneer, Ally Solos, Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, and emerging players such as Rokid Rocket. Learn about usability, battery life, AI capabilities, and how these devices compare in real-world accessibility.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack listener emails filled with insightful experiences testing smart glasses. Gregory shares a

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Your Feedback: Mastodon, Hats, and Shark Attacks

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2026/05/25

Blind tech hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack your feedback with humour and honesty, diving into accessibility rants, community stories, and why Mastodon’s decentralised social media model drives Steven mad. In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun return for a Monday marathon of community emails, tech chat, and a few epic rants. Steven kicks things off with a hilarious review of the Netflix film Thrash, complete with “sharks in the shed,” before moving into a serious

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Musk vs Altman, VoiceClaw And Apple Glass Rumours

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2026/05/24

Explore the week’s biggest tech stories, including the Elon Musk vs Sam Altman court verdict, the launch of Voice Claw Real Time for hands-free Mac control, and fresh rumours on Apple’s smart glasses. Discover how AI is reshaping accessibility, voice control, and wearable tech in 2026.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down a whirlwind of tech news. The episode opens with Elon Musk’s failed lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI, explaining why the jury dismissed the case and what it means for

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Weekend: How to Add Alt Text to Images on Every...

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2026/05/23

[Overview] Learn how to add alt text to social media images to make your posts accessible and inclusive. Allison Sheridan demonstrates practical tips for Slack, Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon, Discord, and more from her recent ScreenCastsONLINE demonstration. In this accessible tech tutorial, Allison Sheridan walks through the essential steps of adding alt text (alternative text) to images across popular social media platforms. You’ll hear how screen reader users experience posts with and without

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Scribe Me Returns and OneCourt Brings Sports Home

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2026/05/22

Discover how blind tech enthusiasts are navigating smartphone accessibility, creating custom VoiceOver gestures, and exploring the exciting rise of AI-driven shortcuts. Plus, we cover the return of the Scribe Me app and the home release of OneCourt for sports fans.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the challenges of personalising smartphone gestures on iOS and the hilarious mishaps that can ensue—like accidentally disabling VoiceOver. They discuss Apple

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GAAD 2026: Accessibility Wins, Challenges, and the AI...

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2026/05/21

Explore the impact of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD 2026) with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest Joe Devon, co-founder of the event. Learn how AI, vibe coding, and personalised apps are reshaping accessibility while uncovering the ongoing challenges faced by developers and users alike.This episode of Double Tap dives into the 15th anniversary of GAAD, reflecting on progress and persistent barriers in digital accessibility. Steven and Shaun discuss the debate around whether GAAD

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Microsoft Ability Summit & Google I/O 2026:...

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2026/05/20

Explore the biggest announcements from Microsoft Ability Summit and Google I/O 2026, including breakthroughs in accessibility, AI-powered video editing, and Google’s new intelligent audio glasses. Discover how screen readers like Narrator are evolving and how AI agents are reshaping the way blind and low-vision users interact with technology.The discussion covers: Microsoft’s focus on Narrator improvements, including Braille support and enhanced voices. Team Gleason’s partnership with Microsoft

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Apple’s Big AI Updates, Meta’s New Features & Ability...

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2026/05/19

Get ready to explore Apple’s latest accessibility innovations, from AI-powered VoiceOver and live image recognition to on-device subtitles and Vision Pro eye-tracking for wheelchair control. Plus, we cover new Meta Ray-Ban features and the Microsoft Ability Summit highlights.In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive deep into Apple’s announcements for Global Accessibility Awareness Day. They explore how Apple Intelligence brings smarter image descriptions, live recognition, and

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Samsung Unifies TalkBack, OpenAI vs Apple and the...

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2026/05/17

Samsung finally unifies TalkBack with Google, OpenAI considers legal action against Apple, and new AI simulations reveal alarming behaviour — plus the story of a robot dog that went terribly wrong. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the tech headlines everyone’s talking about this week.This episode dives deep into the accessibility tech world, starting with Samsung’s decision to retire its own version of TalkBack and adopt Google’s unified screen reader across One UI 9. This major change

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