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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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00:56:00

WeWalk’s “We Assist” Beta: Real-Time Help for Blind...

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2025/11/05

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.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece return with a lively, tech-packed discussion. They share first impressions of

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00:56:00

Eloquence on Android, Talkback Reduced Delay & Your...

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2025/11/04

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, the iconic screen reader voice, is returning to Android after a five‑year absence. Code Factory has

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00:56:00

JAWS, ZoomText & Fusion: Vispero Extends Upgrade...

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2025/11/03

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 licensing changes, this episode breaks it all down. Steven and Shaun revisit the ongoing debate about

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00:56:57

Ghosts in the Machine: Double Tap’s Halloween Special

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2025/10/31

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, ghostly screen readers, and the spooky side of accessibility technology. This Halloween special of Double

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00:57:28

Vispero Extends JAWS, ZoomText & Fusion Upgrade...

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2025/10/30

Vespero has extended its JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion software upgrade deadlines, giving users more time to maintain support and access new AI-powered features. In this update, Shaun Preece talks to Stuart about Vispero’s decision to move its key software maintenance deadlines. Originally set for 31 October 2025, the deadline for upgrading to the latest versions of JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion has now been pushed to 31 December 2025. Users who are three versions behind—currently on 2022, 2023, or

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00:56:00

A Conversation with Blind Comedian Chris McCausland

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2025/10/29

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 about:Winning Strictly Come Dancing – Overcoming fears and representing the blind communityNavigating fame

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00:56:00

How Aira and Gmail Make Digital and Physical Spaces...

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2025/10/28

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 screen reader users can efficiently manage emails using keyboard shortcuts, virtual cursors, and accessible

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00:56:00

InnoSearch Empowers Blind Entrepreneurs with...

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2025/10/27

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 empower blind entrepreneurs to sell products easily, as well as a brand-new app for iOS and Android. Listeners

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00:56:49

The Reality of Blind Dating, Tech Challenges, and...

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2025/10/24

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 and questions. George shares a heartfelt account of his faulty talking combi oven, praising Cobalt

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00:57:29

ChatGPT Atlas Accessibility: Why Blind Users Should Wait

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2025/10/23

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 scores just 1/10 for screen reader access and how alternatives like Perplexity Comet and Google Notebook LM

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00:57:31

Samsung Galaxy XR, ChatGPT Atlas & New Zoom PodTrak...

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2025/10/22

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 Shaun Preece break down the tech, accessibility features, and what this all means for blind and low vision

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00:56:45

Tech Turbulence: Outages, Innovations, and Inspiring...

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2025/10/21

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 Services and the cascading impact on apps, smart homes, and even essential services. They discuss the

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00:56:45

iPhone Air and Apple’s M5 Launch: Is It Worth Upgrading?

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2025/10/20

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 impressions of Apple’s newest tech, from hotel mishaps with sighted guides to testing the iPhone Air’s

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00:56:55

Soundscape, Sandwich Shops, and Speaking Up for Blind...

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2025/10/17

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 encounters in sandwich shops to the lifesaving simplicity of Soundscape, this is a candid dive into daily life

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00:56:49

Braille, Screen Readers, and the Guilt of Doing It...

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2025/10/16

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!Learn why teaching Braille and screen readers in schools is still a major debate, and hear first-hand stories from listeners about accessibility tools, smart canes, NVDA, and the emotional side of adapting to vision loss.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive

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00:56:00

Human vs AI: The Future of Audio Description with...

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2025/10/15

Is human audio description better than AI voices? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the rise of text-to-speech (TTS) in TV and film audio description with Eric Wickstrom from International Digital Centre, uncovering the creative, technical, and ethical challenges shaping the future of accessibility. AI-driven text-to-speech is becoming more common in audio description, but is it good enough to replace human narrators? In this in-depth conversation, Eric Wickstrom shares his insights on why

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00:56:00

Be My Eyes Gets New Partners, .Lumen Starts Shipping...

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2025/10/14

Struggling with a sluggish Windows 11 laptop or curious about the latest accessibility tech? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore remote troubleshooting, the slowdown mystery, and brand-new partnerships from Be My Eyes with BT, EE, Tesco, and Sony. Plus, a look at Dot Lumen’s AI-powered mobility glasses, Apple TV’s rebrand, and why Shaun is side-eyeing his Apple Watch upgrade.In this episode of Double Tap, Shaun returns from his brief, tissue-filled hiatus to join Steven for a lively dive into both

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00:58:08

Windows 10 End-of-Life, Braille Access, and the Power...

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2025/10/10

Discover how blind tech enthusiasts can upgrade from Windows 10, harness Apple’s new Braille Access features, and get involved with the powerful Bits community for learning and support. 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!Steven Scott hosts a lively discussion with Michael Babcock and Jeff

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00:57:39

Accessibility of apps, Apple Ultra Watch 3 & Sky TV...

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2025/10/09

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 the latest in accessible technology with Vision Ireland’s David Redmond as we discuss the WeWalk Smart Cane and its new WeAssist service in the UK, the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Sky TV’s breakthrough in on‑demand audio description, and how LinkedIn

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00:56:44

Dolphin SuperNova: A Screen Reader and Magnifier for...

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2025/10/08

Discover Dolphin SuperNova, the powerful screen reader and magnification suite for Windows, and learn how it supports blind and partially sighted users worldwide. Simon Kitchen from Dolphin Computer Access reveals their history, unique accessibility features, and a limited-time 50% discount for JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion users.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Simon Kitchen, Chief Commercial Officer at Dolphin Computer Access, to dive into the world of accessible computing. Dolphin has

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