Today on the show, Steven and Shaun discuss the current state and future of Amazon Echo and its AI capabilities with podcast host and tech trainer David Ward.

They explore the challenges Amazon faces in developing its AI technology, particularly in comparison to competitors like Google and Microsoft.

The guys also touch on listener feedback regarding gaming on smart speakers and the overall functionality of the Amazon Echo, as well as barriers that blind people face getting into employment.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

03:00 Exploring the Accessibility of Gaming for the Visually Impaired

09:07 Listener Feedback on Blind Labels and Employment

17:58 Listener Insights on Braille Devices and Gaming

21:41 The Future of Amazon Echo with David Ward

Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the innovative SevaVision glasses, which aim to utilize remaining vision in those with visual impairments, and we also find out more about the development of the Optima Braille Laptop.

The guys also dive into the thorny topic of the costs and technology inside today’s assistive technology. Is it right that companies ask blind people to pay thousands of dollars for tech that is years out of date on the day of purchase, and what is the solution?

At Sight Village, Shaun caught up with Adi Kushner from Access Mind and he shares updates on the ongoing development of the Optima Braille Laptop, and he also chats with the team behind SevaVision glasses that offer augmented reality and vision enhancements via their wearable device.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

08:54 Listener Feedback on Access Technology Pricing

20:05 Updates on Optima Braille Laptop & More

38:06 Introduction to SevaVision Glasses

Today on the show, Steven and Shaun dive into the inbox featuring a wide range of topics for discussion.

The subject of Meta Ray-Ban glasses comes up first with listener Corrie talking about her discoveries using Bluetooth with the Meta Ray Bands and other devices at the same time.

The chat shifts to the comparison between wearables and mobility aids, emphasizing the importance of both in the blind community. Listener contributions also delve into the future of AI in accessibility, the challenges of navigating with technology, and the desire for independence in daily life. 

Feedback on Glide and other devices highlights the ongoing evolution of assistive technology. 

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:57 Corrie’s Discoveries with Meta Ray Bands

06:09 Wearables vs. Mobility Aids

11:48 The Future of AI in Accessibility

15:10 Navigating with Technology: Canes and Wearables

20:46 Independence and Accessibility in Daily Life

24:01 Thoughts On Glide and Other Devices

28:12 Navigating Stairs: The Challenges of Mobility Devices

31:47 Perspectives on Vision: The Desire for Sight

32:39 The Braille Debate: Technology vs. Traditional Learning

36:25 Employment Challenges: Attitudes Towards Blind People

41:48 The Future of Braille: Balancing Tradition and Technology

43:43 AI and Power Consumption: The Nuclear Dilemma

50:05 Personal Experiences Relating to Vision Loss

Today on the show, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss various topics including their weekend experiences, Steven’s purchase of the new Mac Mini, the Orbit Player device from Orbit Research available only in India, and the integration of Be My Eyes with Meta Glasses.

They also engage with listener feedback and community interactions, emphasizing the importance of accessibility in technology, including a discussion about experiences with the Be My Eyes app, updates on Meta Ray-Ban technology, and insights into new tech innovations. 

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap

02:47 Steven’s New Mac Mini

12:01 Orbit Research's New Device: The Orbit Player

18:11 Be My Eyes and Meta Glasses: Setup and Features

26:53 Listener Feedback

In this special episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece open the floor to your questions for the team at Glidance.

Steven and Shaun welcome back Amos Miller and Kyle Buzzard from Glidance to answer questions sent in by Double Tap listeners, with topics including its indoor navigation capabilities, challenges faced in public transport, repairability, affordability, potential use in airports and future developments to enhance user experiences.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

05:48 Addressing Terrain Challenges with Glide

09:03 Durability and Real-World Applications of Glide

14:59 Audio and Hearing Aid Integration with Glide

19:05 User Experience and Safety Features of Glide

34:11 Challenges in Public Transport and Mobility

39:03 Addressing Repairability and Customer Service

45:09 Affordability and Accessibility of Glide

52:11 Navigating Airports and Public Spaces

54:50 Future Developments and User Experience

On today’s episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest developments in assistive technology, focusing on the partnership between Be My Eyes and Meta to integrate their services with Meta's Ray-Ban glasses - this service is now live.

Also the guys welcome Amos Miller and Kyle Buzzard back to the show to discuss the latest developments in the much-talked about product from Glidance, the Glide mobility aid.

The discussion highlights the excitement surrounding these innovations and their potential to enhance accessibility and user experience. Amos and Kyle talk about the development of the Glide device, focusing on its potential to assist people with both hearing and visual impairments. 

The discussion highlights the importance of community feedback in the design process, the innovative features of the device, and the hands-on experiences of users.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:55 Be My Eyes and Meta Partnership

12:00 Glidance Interview: Development and Community Feedback

38:06 Steven and Shaun’s Hands-On Experience with Glide

In this episode, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece engage in a light-hearted discussion about midweek fatigue, Christmas preparations, and the importance of holiday traditions. 

They then transition into a detailed review of the Pixel Watch, courtesy of listener Yusuf, highlighting its accessibility issues and user experiences. 

Listener emails bring up various topics, including how to connect devices in hotels, the evolution of Amazon Echo devices, the new InnoSearch shopping experience, navigating with assistive devices, and the transition from JAWS to NVDA.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

06:07 Listener Review: The Pixel Watch

19:51 Email from Stan on Echo Studio Experiences

34:04 Emails from Darren and David on InnoSearch AI

44:29 Email from Gordon On Navigating with Ramble Tag

47:53 Emails from Doug and Lisa On Switching from JAWS to NVDA

Today on Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece share their experiences from the recent Sight Village event, reflecting on the joy of meeting listeners and the importance of diverse voices in the blind community. 

They recount travel adventures, including humorous hotel mishaps, and feature an unboxing of a new keyboard, discussing its features and specifications. 

The show also includes listener feedback on tech products such as the latest BlindShell Classic 3, comparisons between specialist and mainstream devices, and insights into new innovations in accessible technology as featured across the podcast spectrum.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:49 Reflections on Sight Village Experience

20:53 Steven’s New Keyboard Unboxing

41:52 Feedback: Darren on Blind Shell Classic 3: Features and User Reactions

52:19 Feedback: Alan on New Products and Innovations in Accessible Tech

Today on the show Steven and Shaun learn about the new BlindShell Classic 3 mobile phone that is launching today (11th November).

But first, we find out why Shaun is all excited about GoodMaps, an app that helps you navigate around indoors if the building has been mapped.

However our main story focuses on the launch of the brand new smartphone from BlindShell, the BlindShell Classic 3. Jakub Mikeštík and Filip Hrdlička from the company join Steven to discuss the latest features, including a new AI assistant called Luna, a new Tandem app for supporting people using the device from another smartphone, and new support for third party apps in the Google Play Store.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:52 Shaun Explores Good Maps

09:06 Introducing Blindshell Classic 3: Features and Improvements

20:53 BlindShell Classic 3: Tandem App

27:00 BlindShell Classic 3: Introduction to Luna AI Assistant

36:49 BlindShell Classic 3: Opening Up to Third-Party Apps

48:56 BlindShell Classic 3: Pricing and Availability

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Sean Preece engage with listener feedback on various topics, including the social model of disability, the role of technology in improving accessibility, and the environmental impact of AI. 

They discuss the complexities of disability beyond physical impairments, emphasizing the need for societal change alongside technological advancements. The conversation also touches on the sustainability challenges posed by AI and the importance of user experiences in shaping accessible technology. 

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:58 Roberto On Exploring the Social Model of Disability

11:48 CC On Sustainability and AI's Environmental Impact

21:02 Eleanor On Feeling What’s Around You

23:36 Negative Julian On Bigger Icons Helping Steven’s Essential Tremor

30:50 Glendon’s Quest for Unbreakable Kitchenware

34:41 Pete On Exploring Voice-Activated Apps and Their Impact

43:24 Shawn On Employment Opportunities for the Blind Community

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece hear about a new type of mobility aid that uses embedded RFID tags at various locations for navigation.

The guys start with a quick peek into the inbox, and suddenly dive back into the implications of Neuralink, and personal experiences with vision loss. 

The conversation also covers the comparison between different smart cane technologies, specifically the WeWalk and Mini Guide, and concludes with a discussion on political volunteering and its accessibility for people with disabilities. 

Our main conversation today explores innovative solutions for indoor navigation using RFID technology. HearSee is based in Southern Utah in the USA and has created an innovative smart cane that detects embedded RFID tags to help blind users navigate indoors. President of HearSee, James Bloomfield, talks to Shaun about the invention.

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

08:47 Tim on Neuralink and Internal Ableism

14:00 Pete On Comparing Smart Canes: WeWalk vs Mini Guide

20:19 Hailey On Political Volunteering and Personal Stories

30:10 HearSee Mobility Interview with James Bloomfield