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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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00:56:50

Humanoid Robots, Bin Battles, and Blind Independence

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2025/11/14

Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into everyday frustrations, from robots that can’t close dishwashers to AI-powered home assistants that randomly skip podcast episodes. Along the way, they share laughs, listener rants, and reflections on accessibility, independence, and the realities of being blind in a tech-driven world.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

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00:57:01

Shokz Headsets and Smart Vacuums

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2025/11/13

Are smart vacuums and headsets really living up to the hype for blind users? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share hands-on experiences with Roomba, Roborock, and affordable Eufy robots, plus the accessibility of apps and the real-world impact of server-dependent hardware.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

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00:56:00

Glen Gordon on 32 Years of JAWS and Leaving Vispero

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2025/11/12

Glen Gordon reflects on his 32-year career at Vispero, his pioneering role in the development of JAWS for Windows, and the evolution of assistive technology amid industry-wide changes.Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down with Glen Gordon, a leading figure in the assistive tech world, to explore his remarkable journey from early coding days to shaping JAWS for Windows. Glen shares candid insights into the challenges of bringing accessibility to graphical interfaces, the personal motivations that

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00:56:00

Windows vs macOS: Real Talk on Accessibility in 2025

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2025/11/11

Are smart glasses and AI screen readers the future of accessible tech? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share real-world frustrations and wins with Windows, macOS, Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, and the rise of AI-powered tools like Copilot and Be My Eyes.In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the day-to-day realities of living and working with modern assistive technology. Steven vents about painfully slow Windows performance using JAWS on a Lenovo laptop, while Shaun offers insights

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00:56:00

Navigating Email, Apps, and Independence: Double Tap...

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2025/11/10

Struggling to connect Gmail with Outlook in 2025? Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest Stuart Lawler dive into the chaos of Outlook Classic vs New Outlook, syncing calendars, managing Gmail authentication, and making your email accessible with screen readers like JAWS and NVDA. Plus, we explore Focus Braille display updates, Google’s .new shortcuts, and the rumours about Siri’s AI future.This episode of Double Tap takes you behind the scenes of the frustrating yet relatable world of email

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00:56:41

How ViddyScribe Is Bringing Real-Time Audio...

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2025/11/07

Discover how ViddyScribe and its breakthrough real-time audio description tool are transforming video accessibility. Patrick Burton from Benvision joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to reveal how AI automatically adds audio descriptions to videos and even streams YouTube content with live narration for blind and visually impaired users. 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

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00:56:52

Page Explorer & AI Labeller: Inside JAWS 2026’s...

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2025/11/06

Discover everything new in JAWS 2026 with Ryan Jones from Vispero, including AI-powered labelling, Page Explorer, multi-line Braille support, and key updates to licensing and subscriptions. 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 Scott and Shaun Preece welcome

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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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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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