Be My Eyes Team Speak To Double Tap About AppleVis Acquisition

Double Tap is excited to announce that, for the first time, will air simultaneously in full on YouTube from September 3rd, along with the regular podcast and AMI-audio broadcast at 12 noon Eastern.

The new episode, featuring an exclusive interview with Bryan Bashin, Vice Chair of Be My Eyes, and Hans Wiberg, founder of Be My Eyes, will explore their recent decision to take over the popular website AppleVis, a key resource for blind and low vision Apple users.

Bryan Bashin and Hans Wiberg will talk about their future plans for the platform, and how this acquisition aligns with Be My Eyes’ mission to support blind and low vision communities worldwide.

“AppleVis is an essential tool for blind users, myself included,” said Bryan Bashin, Vice Chair of Be My Eyes. “When we heard it was at risk of closing, we felt it was crucial to take action. The alignment between our mission at Be My Eyes and the values of AppleVis made this decision an easy one.”

Hans Wiberg added, “Both Be My Eyes and AppleVis are about empowering the community. We look forward to combining our strengths to ensure that blind users continue to have the resources they need to navigate technology successfully.”

This interview will provide valuable insights into the future of AppleVis, detailing how Be My Eyes intends to maintain the platform’s independence and community-driven nature. The discussion will also explore broader implications for the future of accessibility and technology for blind and visually impaired individuals.

Don’t miss this Double Tap episode, airing Tuesday, September 3rd at 12 noon Eastern. Tune in on AMI-audio, listen on the Double Tap podcast, or watch the full broadcast on YouTube.