Double Tap

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  Your Feedback: VoiceOver Bluetooth Tips, Managing Your Photo Library & IOS Dictation Woes 22.07.2026 56p

  Discover how blind tech enthusiasts are using vibe coding and AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to create accessible apps, manage photo libraries, and tackle real-life challenges with Bluetooth audio, dictation, and image descriptions.
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  Living Blind And Caring For Family, Smart Glasses Privacy & WebAim Survey Released 21.07.2026 56p

  Explore the challenges and real-life experiences of blind technology users, from caring for loved ones with dementia to navigating public spaces, airports, and smart glasses controversies. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring insight, humour, and practical advice to the everyday realities of living without sight.
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  Earshot and Beyond: How Blind Developers Are Creating with AI 20.07.2026 56p

  Explore how AI and vibe coding are transforming app creation for blind developers, from building custom podcast tools to tackling accessibility challenges with Claude, Codex, and Fable 5.
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  Mainstream: Canada's Cyber Siege & GTA 6's Accessibility Quest 19.07.2026 28p

  AI-driven cyber attacks are skyrocketing in Canada, making it the second most targeted country for ransomware, while gamers are questioning if Grand Theft Auto 6 will finally be accessible for blind players. This episode of Double Tap Mainstream dives into the rise of AI-powered cybercrime and the accessibility challenges facing one of the world’s biggest game releases.
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  Weekend: Lumin - The Voice‑First Email App 18.07.2026 28p

  Discover how Lumin, a voice‑first email app for iPhone, is transforming email management for the blind and low‑vision community. Learn how AI and audio‑only design bring speed, precision, and independence to your inbox.
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  Real Talk on Braille’s Future & The New Sensaball Cane Tip 17.07.2026 56p

  Discover the Sensaball Cane Tip, a multidirectional tip from Australia that’s transforming mobility for blind cane users. Learn how it improves safety, glides over tricky surfaces, and why early testers call it a game changer.
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  Building Accessibility: iPass, Curb to Car, and AI Solutions 16.07.2026 56p

  Discover the iPass, a lightweight, handheld LiDAR device designed to help blind and visually impaired users quickly perceive their surroundings. Learn how it converts distance into sound, enabling intuitive spatial awareness for safer navigation and smarter exploration.
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  AI, Accessibility, and the Joy of Gaming Without Sight 15.07.2026 56p

  Discover how blind and visually impaired gamers are reshaping the future of accessible gaming, as Aaron Spelker shares his journey from vision loss to building a thriving gaming community and publishing novels.
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  Rachel Ramos Hands-On with the Clicks Power Keyboard 14.07.2026 56p

  Discover the Clicks Power Keyboard and explore the debate around subscriptions for smart glasses and AI services in this insightful episode of Double Tap. Hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece welcome Rachel Ramos to discuss hands-on experiences with this compact magnetic keyboard for mobile devices, as well as thoughts on the upcoming Clicks Communicator phone.
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  The Big Catchup 13.07.2026 55p

  Catch up on two weeks of missed tech news from NFB 2026 in Austin, including major updates in AI accessibility, screen readers, and Braille technology. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the latest innovations, from JAWS Agentic AI to Be My Eyes for Mac and the upcoming Optima note taker.
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  Unboxing The New Google Home Smart Speaker & Listener Kristi Goes To Africa 26.06.2026 56p

  Unbox and set up the new Google Home Smart Speaker with Scott Rutkowski, explore its accessibility features, and hear Kristi Ardell’s inspiring mission to bring white canes and Braille tools to blind children in Eswatini, Africa.
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  Meta’s New Glasses & Tony Gebhard Discusses His New AI Training Book ‘No Sight Required’ 25.06.2026 56p

  Discover how blind and visually impaired users can harness AI tools like Claude to build accessible solutions, enhance independence, and master screen reader fundamentals—guided by Tony Gebhard’s No Sight Required.
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  Why Quill Is Changing Text Editing for Blind Users 24.06.2026 56p

  Discover Quill, a fully accessible, AI-powered text editor designed for blind and low vision users. Learn how Quill simplifies text editing, integrates AI tools, and empowers productivity with free, feature-rich functionality.
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  Voice-Controlled Windows: Speaking Access for NVDA Users 23.06.2026 56p

  Discover Speaking Access, a powerful voice-control tool for Windows and NVDA that transforms how blind and low-vision users navigate computers. Learn how voice commands can replace hundreds of shortcuts, make typing easier, and improve accessibility without relying on cloud-based AI.
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  Quill, Clipman And New Book: No Sight Required To Help You Learn AI 22.06.2026 56p

  Discover how blind tech enthusiasts are harnessing AI tools, accessible apps, and community-built projects to take control of their digital lives. From AI songwriting to coding accessible software, this episode of Double Tap is packed with tools, tips, and inspiration.
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  Mainstream: Apple’s Rising Costs, Snap’s $2,195 Smart Glasses & The Self-Driving Toilet 21.06.2026 32p

  Apple is preparing for significant price increases due to a global memory shortage driven by AI data centre demand. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore how AI’s insatiable need for RAM is reshaping tech costs, the environmental impact of server farms, and whether refurbished devices are the smartest choice in 2026.
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  Weekend: Best Portable Braille Displays 2026: Features, Prices & Tips 20.06.2026 30p

  In this engaging episode of Double Tap Weekend, Shaun Preece highlights Chris Cook’s podcast At Your Fingertips, diving into the evolving world of Braille technology, starting with TalkBack 17 and its upcoming integration with Samsung devices, including enhanced support for USB and HID Braille displays. Chris then explores a range of portable Braille displays under 20 cells, comparing features like storage, connectivity, battery life, and usability.
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  Is Google’s New Smart Speaker a Game-Changer? 19.06.2026 56p

  Discover Google’s brand-new Google Home smart speaker powered by Gemini AI, replacing Google Assistant with next-level conversational capabilities. We dive into its new design, audio upgrades, subscription model, and why this release is bigger than Google admits.
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  From Inbox Laughs to AI Ethics: Double Tap Feedback 18.06.2026 56p

  Explore listener feedback, tech discussions, and AI insights in this episode of Double Tap, where Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into accessibility, legislation, and the evolving role of AI in everyday life.
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  Lego for the Blind & the Future of Surface Laptops 17.06.2026 56p

  Discover how accessible Lego building is transforming for blind and low-vision creators, plus the latest updates on Microsoft Surface Pro and Laptop devices, skyrocketing hardware prices, and the rise of AI-powered coding tools.