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Double Tap

Double Tap Productions Inc.

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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00:56:01

JAWS & ZoomText UK Pricing Explained: What You Need...

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2025/08/18

JAWS and ZoomText pricing in the UK is changing, and users are confused. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring in Stuart Lawler from Sight & Sound Technology to break down the new subscription model, explain Software Maintenance Agreements (SMAs), and clarify what the changes mean for long-time users. Plus, a hands-on look at the Keychron Q6 Max mechanical keyboard, updates on Aira desktop support, and a listener email about life with prosthetic eyes.This episode tackles one of the biggest questions

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00:56:58

Smart Glasses, Mental Health & Remote Storage for...

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2025/08/15

Double Tap is officially renewed for its ninth season, launching September 1. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share the behind-the-scenes news, explore the surge in pre-orders for the Ally Solos smart glasses, and debate the evolving personality of ChatGPT-5. The episode also dives into listener emails covering NAS vs Tailscale remote storage, accessible audiobook players, mental health resources for blind users, and the game-changing potential of Be My Eyes’ real-time video feature via smart

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00:58:21

Envision Launches Ally Solos — Accessibility Meets Style

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2025/08/14

Envision has announced the Ally Solos smart glasses — a lightweight, phone-connected wearable offering AI-powered text reading, object and face recognition, and upcoming offline features. With early bird pricing at $399 and worldwide shipping, Ally Solos aims to bring advanced accessibility tools to blind, low-vision, and older users at a lower cost than previous Envision glasses.This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get

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00:56:04

Soundscape Beta for Android & First Look At Dot Pad X

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2025/08/13

Soundscape has officially arrived on Android, thanks to the Scottish Tech Army’s volunteer-driven effort to revive and expand Microsoft’s beloved navigation app. We also explore the DotPad X’s tactile braille graphics, Dropbox Passwords shutting down, and listener ideas for future braille devices.In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring two big accessibility updates. First, Soundscape—originally a Microsoft research project—has been rebuilt for Android by the Scottish Tech Army. Kirsty

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00:55:55

Studio Refreshes, Backup Tools, and the Future of...

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2025/08/12

Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle a busy Double Tap episode covering studio overhauls, accessible Windows backup tools, the surprising survival of dial-up internet, Zoom’s spatial audio update, and the UK backlash over JAWS screen reader pricing changes.In this candid conversation, Steven shares his once-a-year minimalist studio refresh and Shaun details his Windows PC reset woes—highlighting the need for accessible system imaging tools. They discuss the enduring pockets of AOL dial-up users, why

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00:56:29

How InnoSearch’s Co-Browse AI Is Changing Accessible...

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2025/08/11

Discover how a robot vacuum is redefining home cleaning—and why a new AI shopping tool could change how blind users browse and buy online.In this lively episode, Steven and Shaun marvel at Roborock's innovative vacuum cleaner that doesn't just clean—it picks up after itself using a robotic arm. Thanks to OmniDescriber, listeners get a narrated demo of the vacuum’s sock-fetching abilities, sparking both amusement and serious conversation about the potential of robotic assistive tech in the home

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00:56:57

AI Descriptions, Braille Gaps & Public Etiquette -...

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2025/08/08

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!Can blind people access new AI-powered video description apps independently? Steven and Shaun break down tools like Omnidescriber, Vidiscribe, and Pickybot—and debate the barriers around braille literacy, tech pricing, and whether a screen reader might

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00:57:36

Alexa Plus, Robot Vacuums & Braille: Welcome to the...

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2025/08/07

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00:56:10

Your Emails: Guide Dog Retirement, Brain Science &...

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2025/08/06

Can smart glasses help you play poker? Does AI give blind users superpowers? And what really happens when a guide dog retires? Steven and Shaun dig deep into the inbox to explore listener stories, smart tech, brain science, and blind pride—plus some laughs along the way.This episode of Double Tap opens with caffeine-fueled chaos and rolls into a lively, insightful discussion based entirely on listener emails. Dean from New Zealand kicks things off with high praise for the WeWALK Smart Cane and a

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00:56:17

The AI Assistant Revolution Is Quietly...

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2025/08/05

Is AI already powering your smart speaker? In this episode, Steven and Shaun explore how Google Gemini and Alexa’s new "Plus" mode are quietly transforming smart speakers. With real-world demos from listeners John and David, you'll hear how these assistants now understand complex questions, process documents, and even interact naturally. Plus, the team discusses why smart home integration still lags behind and whether we should trust tech that's always listening.Steven and Shaun kick off the week

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00:56:58

The Workplace Accessibility Debate: NVDA, JAWS, and...

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2025/08/01

What stops NVDA from being used more in the workplace? In this heated listener-fuelled debate, Steven and Shaun tackle accessibility, enterprise security myths, and the future of screen reader funding.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 and Shaun return with a spirited follow-up to their

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00:56:32

Orbit Player Unboxed & Speakaboo Becomes Speak-A-Poo?

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2025/07/31

Get hands-on with the new Orbit Player in Liam Erven’s unboxing, and hear how the Speakaboo app helps blind users locate everything—including dog poop! Plus, listener emails on diabetes tech and disability attitudes.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!Get hands-on with the new Orbit Player

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00:56:00

Galaxy Z Fold 7: Thin Enough to Leave the iPhone?

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2025/07/30

Is the Galaxy Z Fold 7 thin enough to make you ditch your iPhone? Marc Aflalo joins Double Tap to share his hands-on impressions and explore what folding phones mean for accessibility, productivity, and the future of mobile tech.Steven and Shaun welcome Marc Aflalo back to Double Tap for an in-depth conversation about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. With an unbelievably thin profile, two gorgeous screens, and improved durability, is this the foldable phone that finally wins over longtime Apple

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00:55:50

Age Verification & AI: The Future of Safer Internet?

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2025/07/29

Should every internet user be ID-verified? Steven and Shaun dive into the UK's new Online Safety Act, raising big questions about privacy, child protection, AI age verification, and the future of anonymous speech online.Shaun returns to Double Tap and kicks off a lively debate with Steven about the implications of the UK's newly enforced Online Safety Act. The law mandates age verification for access to adult and harmful content, sparking conversations around AI-based age detection, trust in tech

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00:56:11

Why Braille Still Matters: Dave Williams on Tech,...

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2025/07/28

Why is braille still undervalued in 2025? In this powerful conversation, Steven Scott welcomes accessibility leader Dave Williams to discuss his journey from RNIB to DOT, a company creating a new type of braille tech, and the cultural barriers still holding blind people back. From leadership gaps to breakthrough devices like the Dot Pad X, this episode offers deep insights into blind empowerment, inclusive design, and the state of accessible technology today.Steven Scott is joined by longtime

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00:56:59

You Won’t Believe Mickey’s Tech Answers! Smart...

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2025/07/25

Smart speaker recommendations, accessible audio interfaces, foldable keyboards, and ACB Media insights — this listener-driven Double Tap episode covers it all with practical tips and honest takes.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!Steven Scott and Michael Babcock dive into your questions

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00:58:14

Solving the Rubik’s Cube Without Sight: Paul Martz’s...

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2025/07/24

Can blind people solve the Rubik's Cube? Yes—and Paul Martz is proof. In this episode, Steven Scott interviews the author of Solve It, a fully accessible speedcubing guide for blind users. You'll also hear listener feedback on guide dog life, choosing the right headphones for Braille displays, and the complexities of blind navigation.This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at

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00:56:00

Double Tappers React: Meta’s WhatsApp iOS Fix and...

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2025/07/23

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece celebrate a small victory: Meta has fixed a major accessibility issue in the iOS version of WhatsApp. The long-standing bug affecting voice message recordings for VoiceOver users is resolved, with a new double-tap gesture that makes sending messages easier and more efficient. But not everything is fixed—especially on Windows.The hosts and listeners sound off on the broader trend of apps moving toward inaccessible web wrappers. Steven

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00:56:56

“Fix It Now”: Steven Scott’s Accessibility Rant

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2025/07/22

In this emotionally charged episode, Steven and Shaun unpack a controversial move by Meta to retire WhatsApp's native Windows app and replace it with a less accessible web wrapper. Steven, increasingly exasperated by the constant erosion of usability in mainstream apps, argues that blind users are being left behind by development teams prioritizing aesthetics and feature expansion over accessibility. Shaun plays devil’s advocate, reminding listeners it's still in beta—but even he admits the

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00:55:04

Tech Mishaps, Accessibility Wins, and the $2...

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2025/07/21

Discover a breakthrough iPhone keyboard designed for accessibility, plus the latest on the Orbit Player, and the now free Oko app. Steven and Shaun discuss their tech mishaps and speak with developer Jamie Wallace about J-Key—a $2 iOS keyboard tailored for users with physical or visual challenges.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun return with laughs, listener feedback, and game-changing tech updates. After a bit of health banter, they dive into big news about the Oko app, which now

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