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Double Tap

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  • 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. Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail! Email: feedback@doubletaponair.com Phone: 1-877-803-4567
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Episodes
  • Best of YouTube: Getting Around Using Smart Tech, AI for Companionship & Siri Improvements

    Best of YouTube: Getting Around Using Smart Tech, AI for Companionship & Siri Improvements
    May 21 2024
    In this episode of the Double Tap podcast, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss a variety of topics related to technology and accessibility. They start by exploring the use of personal AI and the advancements in AI technology that allow for more human-like interactions, as well as the limitations and accessibility concerns associated with these AI tools. The hosts also touch upon the development of AI companionship and the potential for AI to provide support for individuals with mental health needs. They discuss the challenges and possibilities that come with using AI as a companion, particularly when it comes to providing support for those in isolation. Stephen and Shaun also delve into the latest advancements in AI and voice assistant technology, specifically focusing on Siri and its potential for improvements in future updates. They share their thoughts on the role of AI in the future of technology and accessibility, and whether the current trends in AI development are meeting the needs and expectations of those who are blind or partially sighted.. The episode concludes with a discussion on tech solutions for mobility needs, including the use of smart canes and other devices designed to assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The hosts express their concerns about the effectiveness and practicality of these tech solutions and the need for community feedback and involvement in product development.
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    56 mins
  • Best of YouTube: Simulating Sight Loss & Distraction Free Typing

    Best of YouTube: Simulating Sight Loss & Distraction Free Typing
    May 20 2024
    In this podcast episode, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss a variety of topics, including the use of simulation glasses, and the accessibility of distraction-free writing devices for blind and low vision users. The hosts open their conversation by discussing the use of simulation glasses, also known as sim specs, and the experience of sighted individuals wearing these glasses to replicate the visual impairments of people with conditions like retinitis pigmentosa. They explore the implications of such simulations and the potential for technology, such as AI, to create accurate and inclusive representations of visual impairment. They also discuss the use of distraction-free writing devices, such as the Alpha Freewrite, and the lack of accessibility consideration in these products, calling for more inclusive design and features like audio output for blind users.
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    56 mins
  • Best of YouTube: Online Dating & Technology Fatigue

    Best of YouTube: Online Dating & Technology Fatigue
    May 17 2024
    In this episode of the Double Tap YouTube podcast, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by special guest Fern Lulham to discuss online dating and the experience for blind and low vision people. The hosts and guest explore the evolution of online dating and the ways in which technology has impacted the dating landscape. They delve into the practicalities and challenges of blind people navigating the world of dating apps and websites, and the safety concerns that arise in the online dating space. The conversation transitions to a discussion about technology fatigue and the challenges blind and low vision people face in adopting new tech products, particularly in the context of Apple's new Vision Pro product. The hosts share their concerns about the resources allocated to developing products that are accessible to the blind community and question whether the potential benefits of new tech products outweigh the practical use and accessibility for blind and low vision users. The hosts express their apprehensions about the future of technology for blind and low vision individuals, particularly in the context of spatial computing and VR. They discuss their reservations about the focus on visual-centric products and the potential exclusion of blind and low vision users from the benefits of new technology.
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    56 mins
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