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Double Tap
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.
Episodes
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Mainstream: Microsoft Build 2026: Surface Laptop Ultra & Project Solara Explained
Explore the biggest announcements from Microsoft Build 2026, including the Surface Laptop Ultra with NVIDIA’s new RTX Spark chip, on-device AI breakthroughs…
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Weekend: Hands-On with Echo Vision: Smart Glasses for Accessibility
Discover how the Agiga Echo Vision smart glasses empower blind and visually impaired users with live AI scene descriptions, transit directions, text reading…
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Affordable Assistive Technology: Lessons from Zero Project’s Tech Forum In Nairobi
Explore how the Zero Project Tech Forum is amplifying assistive technology innovation in Africa, with insights from Bernard Chiira of AT4D and Innovate Now…
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NVDA’s New Built-In Magnifier & Vispero at Sight City
Discover the latest innovations in assistive tech with Matt Ater from Vispero, including updates from Sight City Frankfurt, the new NVDA built-in magnifier…
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Community-Powered Accessible Apps You Need to Try & Soundscape Comes To Android - With A Little Help From Double Tap
Discover the launch of Soundscape for Android by the Scottish Tech Army — a free, community-driven navigation app designed to empower blind and partially…
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Microsoft Surface Gets Ultra Upgrade & Aira Build AI Returns
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…
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How Open Claw and Voice Claw Make Computers Fully Accessible
Discover how Voice Claw Real Time transforms AI accessibility by connecting voice commands to Open Claw, enabling hands-free, intelligent computer use for…
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Your Feedback: Smart Glasses and AI, Accessible Transport Challenges And Blind Travel and Tech
Discover how smart glasses like EchoVision, Ally Solos, and Meta Ray-Bans are shaping accessibility for blind users. Plus, listeners share creative solutions…
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Your Feedback: Accessible Sonos Alternatives, Guide Dog vs Cane And Why Switching from iPhone Is Hard
Explore accessible tech tips, high-quality audio alternatives to Sonos, custom iPhone VoiceOver gestures, guide dog versus cane mobility, and the challenges of…
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Your Feedback: Shopping, Cooking, and Screen Reader Hacks
Discover practical tips for blind and visually impaired tech users, from mastering Mac keyboard commands to navigating frustrating audio description on smart…
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Your Feedback: Smart Glasses & Giving Your Eyes A Bath
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…
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Your Feedback: Mastodon, Hats, and Shark Attacks
Blind tech hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack your feedback with humour and honesty, diving into accessibility rants, community stories, and why…
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Musk vs Altman, VoiceClaw And Apple Glass Rumours
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…
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Weekend: How to Add Alt Text to Images on Every Social Media Platform
[Overview] Learn how to add alt text to social media images to make your posts accessible and inclusive. Allison Sheridan demonstrates practical tips for…
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Scribe Me Returns and OneCourt Brings Sports Home
Discover how blind tech enthusiasts are navigating smartphone accessibility, creating custom VoiceOver gestures, and exploring the exciting rise of AI-driven…
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GAAD 2026: Accessibility Wins, Challenges, and the AI Revolution
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…
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Microsoft Ability Summit & Google I/O 2026: Accessibility Meets AI
Explore the biggest announcements from Microsoft Ability Summit and Google I/O 2026, including breakthroughs in accessibility, AI-powered video editing, and…
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Apple’s Big AI Updates, Meta’s New Features & Ability Summit Preview Plus First Thoughts On Raspberry Pi PC
Get ready to explore Apple’s latest accessibility innovations, from AI-powered VoiceOver and live image recognition to on-device subtitles and Vision Pro…
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Samsung Unifies TalkBack, OpenAI vs Apple and the Musk vs Altman Showdown & When AI Goes Rogue: Lessons from a Virtual Town
Samsung finally unifies TalkBack with Google, OpenAI considers legal action against Apple, and new AI simulations reveal alarming behaviour — plus the story of…
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Building Routes to Independence with Soundscape Community
Discover how Soundscape Community is empowering blind and low vision users through open-source navigation, adaptive sports, and trail experiences. Learn how it…
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How to Travel with Sight Loss: Practical Advice and Tools
Discover practical travel tips and confidence-building strategies for blind and low-vision travellers with author and vision rehabilitation specialist Lynn…
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Victor Reader Stratus 2 & Lady A+ Personality Modes
Discover the new Victor Reader Stratus 2 from HumanWare, a modernised, at‑home audiobook player built for blind and low‑vision users. Learn how it differs from…
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Android 17 & Google Book: Everything You Need to Know
Explore all the highlights from Google’s latest Android showcase, including Android 17 features, the debut of Gemini intelligence, and the reveal of the Google…
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Your Feedback: Mini PCs, Switching from iPhone to Pixel, and Audio Tips for Creators
Explore affordable mini PCs, HDMI dummy adaptors, and accessibility tips for blind tech users with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. From Geekom setups to…
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NVDA Updates, More Coding Talk (Yes We Know) and Your Feedback
Learn how blind tech enthusiasts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore accessible coding with AI, tackle NVDA 2026.1 updates, and debate when to upgrade your…
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Mainstream: Google Fitbit Air & Google I/O 2026 Predictions, Lutron’s Smart Blinds and the Future of Accessible Homes & Roomba’s Futuristic Pet Gamble
Explore the launch of the Google Fitbit Air, the evolution of distraction‑free health tracking, upcoming AI and Android developments from Google I/O 2026, and…
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Weekend: The Blind Persons’ Guide to Smart Speakers
Discover how smart speakers like Amazon Echo and Google Nest can transform daily life for blind and visually impaired users. Learn to access entertainment…
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Your Feedback: Smart Glasses, Cooking Apps, and Accessible Home Hacks
Discover how blind and partially sighted tech enthusiasts are embracing smart tools like the Orion app, Meta smart glasses, and accessible cooking apps. Learn…
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NVDA Updates & Perkins Braille Bloom: Bringing the Classic Brailler Online
Discover the new Perkins Braille Bloom, an innovative add-on that transforms the classic Perkins Brailler into a Bluetooth and USB Braille keyboard, compatible…
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Bose Lifestyle Ultra Announced & Google Gemini Speaker Seen In The Wild
Discover how AI-generated music can lead to copyright strikes on YouTube, explore the new Bose Lifestyle Ultra speakers, and learn about the emerging Google…
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The Viral Song and the Future of Coding
Learn how AI-generated music, vibe coding, and accessible software development are changing tech for blind users. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore real…
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Mac Versus PC: Choosing the Right Computer For Blind Users
Mac vs PC for blind users: which really delivers the best accessibility, performance, and everyday usability in 2025? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined…
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Mainstream: iOS 27, the Future of Apple’s Spatial Computing & Paige Frame: Tech That Brings Families Closer
In this episode of Double Tap Mainstream, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into Apple’s upcoming WWDC announcements, including the future of the Vision Pro…
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Weekend: Building Accessible Games and Reading Tools with Dani Devesa Derksen-Staats
Discover how indie developer Dani Devesa Derksen-Staats created RetroRapid, an accessible retro racing game, and Xarra, a flexible reading and listening app…
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Hands-On with Glide: Real User Experiences from Scott & Michelle
Discover what it’s really like to use Glide by Glidance, the innovative AI mobility device for blind and visually impaired travellers. Scott and Michelle share…
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Plaud Note Pro Review: AI Note Taking for Meetings and Calls
Explore Plaud Note Pro, the AI-powered note-taking device that records audio, transcribes conversations, and creates actionable summaries. Learn how it works…
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How PiccyBot Transforms Image Descriptions for Blind Users
Discover how PiccyBot is transforming AI-powered image and video descriptions for blind and visually impaired users. Shaun Preece chats with developer Martijn…
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Claude AI Beyond Coding, HW Buddy Discontinued & Your Emails
Explore how AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini are transforming everyday tasks beyond coding. Learn how to use AI for smarter search, productivity…
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Making the Elgato Stream Deck Accessible with Open Deck
Discover how blind developers are helping to make the Elgato Stream Deck accessible using Open Deck and Claude-powered coding. Explore accessible tech…
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Tim Cook Is Out, Familiar Faces On Ring Doorbells & Passkeys Explained
Apple’s leadership shake-up, the rise of passkeys, and the future of smart security are here. Steven Scott dives into Tim Cook’s departure, Apple’s next moves…
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Weekend: Good Vibes
Discover how vibe coding with Claude is reshaping accessibility for non-programmers. Steven Scott shares real-world projects, from a simple NVDA Item Chooser…
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Your Feedback: YouTube Comments Edition
Explore the world of vibe coding, AI-powered accessibility tools, and the fascinating real-life experiences of the Double Tap community. Steven Scott, Shaun…
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Smart Tips for Buying a New Computer with Accessibility in Mind & Roads Audio App In Focus
Looking to buy a new computer but not sure where to start? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down practical advice for blind and visually impaired users…
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Balancing Kindness and Privacy: Be My Eyes' CEO Speaks Out
Be My Eyes CEO Mike Buckley joins Steven Scott and Shaun Preece to address privacy concerns, social media misuse, and volunteer guidelines for the Be My Eyes…
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Tim Cook Steps Down, Aira Now On Meta Glasses & Right-Hear Orientation App In Focus
Apple’s leadership is about to change, with Tim Cook stepping down as CEO after 15 years. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down what this means for Apple…
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Turning Ideas into Assistive Tools with Vibe Coding
Discover how AI-powered “vibe coding” is opening new doors for blind tech users. Steven Scott shares his weekend experimenting with Claude to build accessible…
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Mainstream: Gucci & Google Glasses, Microsoft Surface Prices Soar & Amazon Steps into Space
Explore the latest news on Google smart glasses, concerns over shortages of Apple’s MacBook Neo, and Microsoft’s shifting Surface strategy. Steven Scott and…
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Weekend: Real-Life Blind Parenting Tips from Garth and Jordi
Blind parenting comes with unique challenges, but it’s also full of creative solutions and joyful moments. Garth and Jordi share practical tips on caring for…
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Your Feedback: AI on Your Face, Talking Air Fryers & Fish Hammocks
Explore Orion smart glasses, AI-powered mobility tools, voice-activated air fryers, and the accessibility challenges in today’s tech. Steven Scott and Shaun…
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Vibe Coding with AI: How Blind Users Can Build Their Own Tools
Discover how AI-powered vibe coding is transforming accessibility for blind users. Learn how Steven created custom NVDA add-ons, automated Mac scripts, and…
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VoiceOver Tips for Email, WhatsApp, and Safari on macOS
Discover how to create custom keyboard shortcuts on the Mac, manage email attachments efficiently, and streamline WhatsApp accessibility with VoiceOver. Steven…
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OpenClaw And The Potential Of AI For Accessibility
Discover how OpenClaw AI agents are transforming accessibility for blind users, from handling complex online tasks to automating daily routines—while raising…
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Dry Eyes, Braille Debates, and Tech for Independence
Explore the realities of AI, social media, and accessibility for blind users as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share stories from CNIB and Maryland Library…
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Mainstream: Meta’s New Frames, AI Insights & Cow Collars
[Overview] Explore Meta’s new smart glasses, Google’s offline dictation breakthrough, and the surprising ways AI is shaping our daily lives—plus, why cows now…
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Weekend: Embracing Tech: A Veteran's Digital Journey with Blind Veterans UK
Discover the journey of a blind veteran who turned adversity into strength, embracing life, family, and technology with optimism, and learn how the charity…
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The Joys and Frustrations of Living Blind with Modern Tech
Discover the humour, honesty, and real-life tech struggles of blind life in this engaging episode of Double Tap, where Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share…
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Toronto’s New Accessibility Hub: Empowering Disabled Innovators
Explore the launch of Toronto’s groundbreaking Accessibility Hub, a collaborative space empowering disabled entrepreneurs and innovators. [Sponsor] This…
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Autonomous Vehicles Tested: Which Service Is Best for Accessibility?
Discover the real-world experience of driverless cars as Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore Tesla Robotaxis, Waymo, and Amazon’s futuristic ZooX with Kevin…
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How a Blind Developer Brought Artemis II to Life for Everyone
Discover how blind developer Jakob Rosen made the Artemis II mission accessible to thousands with a live data dashboard, audio radar, and AI-powered…
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Oorion and Scribe Me: Real-World Smart Glasses Experiences For Blind Users
Explore how Meta smart glasses are transforming life for blind and low-vision users with AI-powered apps like Oorion and Scribe Me. Experience live object…