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
Discover how Hapware’s AlEye wristband pairs with Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses to translate facial expressions, body language, and gestures into intuitive haptic feedback. Learn how this innovation can restore non-verbal communication for blind, low vision, and deafblind users.
Expanded Summary
This episode of Double Tap dives into the world of assistive wearables with Hapware co-founder Jack Walters. AlEye is a wristband ...
Explore the latest in assistive technology with a hands-on look at the Braille Pen 24, plus deep insights on Anthropic’s AI shutdown and the UK and Canada banning under-16s from social media.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece open this episode with a light-hearted celebration of Scotland’s World Cup win before diving into the serious tech news of the week. They cover the sudden US government-ordered shutdown of Anthropic&rs...
Gain insights into Apple’s decision to withhold Siri AI in the EU, the regulatory clash with Brussels, and Intel’s push to redefine AI PCs with the new Core Ultra Series 3. Discover how privacy, interoperability, and next‑gen computing are shaping the future of tech.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the ongoing standoff between Apple and the European Union over Siri AI. The discussion unpacks Apple’s privac...
From Nairobi's Zero Project Tech Forum: Steven Scott and Shaun Preece meet innovators using AI robots to teach deaf students STEM, digital avatars to interpret sign language at scale, and 3D printing to put custom prosthetics within reach across Africa.
Day two of Double Tap's coverage from the Zero Project Tech Forum in Nairobi centres on communication and care. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with three innovators whose work ...
The Zero Project Tech Forum has arrived in Africa. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece meet three innovators from Nairobi using sonar wearables, local wheelchair manufacturing, and AI-powered cardiac monitoring to reshape assistive technology on the continent.
The Zero Project, a global initiative of Austria's Essl Foundation, has taken its Tech Forum to Nairobi for the first time, gathering disability-focused innovators from across Afri...
Discover the world of affordable multi-line Braille displays with Ed Rogers of Bristol Braille Technology. Learn how the Canute Scientific and Canute 360 are transforming Braille literacy, education, and STEM access for blind users.
Expanded Summary
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with Ed Rogers, founder and managing director of Bristol Braille Technology, a UK-based social enterprise creating innovative multi-line Braille...
Explore WWDC highlights, Apple Intelligence, and Mac accessibility with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and guest David Nason from Ireland. Learn how Apple’s new parental controls, Mac VoiceOver challenges, and EU regulations affect blind and low-vision users.
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the latest announcements from WWDC, including the debut of Apple Intelligence, new parental controls, and updates ...
Discover Apple’s WWDC 2026 highlights with a focus on Siri AI, iOS 27, and hands‑on insights from Steven Scott, Shelly Brisbin, and Michael Babcock. Learn how Apple’s new AI, on‑screen awareness, and password automation could transform accessibility and productivity.
In this WWDC round‑table, Steven Scott is joined by Shelly Brisbin and Michael Babcock to unpack Apple’s 2026 keynote. They explore how Siri AI build...
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 ...
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 fe...
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,...
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 wi...
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...
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 l...
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 con...
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 ...
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...
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,...
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 te...
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 w...
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