GAAD 2026: Accessibility Wins, Challenges, and the AI Revolution

By Double Tap | 21 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 AI, vibe coding, and personalised apps are reshaping accessibility while uncovering the ongoing challenges faced by developers and users alike.

Microsoft Ability Summit & Google I/O 2026: Accessibility Meets AI

By Double Tap | 20 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 Google’s new intelligent audio glasses. Discover how screen readers like Narrator are evolving and how AI agents are reshaping the way blind and low-vision users interact with technology.

Apple’s Big AI Updates, Meta’s New Features & Ability Summit Preview Plus First Thoughts On Raspberry Pi PC

By Double Tap | 19 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 eye-tracking for wheelchair control. Plus, we cover new Meta Ray-Ban features and the Microsoft Ability Summit highlights.

Samsung Unifies TalkBack, OpenAI vs Apple and the Musk vs Altman Showdown & When AI Goes Rogue: Lessons from a Virtual Town

By Double Tap | 17 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 a robot dog that went terribly wrong. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the tech headlines everyone’s talking about this week.

Building Routes to Independence with Soundscape Community

By Double Tap | 16 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 enables safer, independent movement in parks, city routes, and even kayaking.

How to Travel with Sight Loss: Practical Advice and Tools

By Double Tap | 15 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 Jensen. Learn how to plan, prepare, and enjoy safe, independent travel—whether close to home or overseas—using modern tools, accessibility resources, and mindset shifts.

Victor Reader Stratus 2 & Lady A+ Personality Modes

By Double Tap | 14 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 the classic Stratus, why it’s ideal for home listening, and how AI personalisation with Lady A+ is changing smart speakers for accessible tech enthusiasts.

Android 17 & Google Book: Everything You Need to Know

By Double Tap | 13 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 Book — Google’s new AI-powered laptop platform set to redefine ChromeOS.

Your Feedback: Mini PCs, Switching from iPhone to Pixel, and Audio Tips for Creators

By Double Tap | 12 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 switching from iPhone to Pixel, discover practical advice for blind-friendly computing.

NVDA Updates, More Coding Talk (Yes We Know) and Your Feedback

By Double Tap | 11 May 2026 | Comments Off on 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 smartphone. Packed with tips on AI-driven coding, accessible app building, and maintaining your devices, this episode is a must for anyone navigating tech with a screen reader.