Double Tap Arrives On YouTube & Be My Eyes Talks About AppleVis Acquisition
Today on the show, Steven and Shaun welcome their new viewers on YouTube and explain more about their show to the new audience, including details on Accessible Media Inc. following a question from listener Larry.
There’s also talk on the updates to Amazon’s Echo devices and Alexa’s voice herself, with rumors suggesting a Lady A with more personality could come with a subscription cost and the need for new hardware. It’s reported that full details will come in October suggesting an Amazon event isn’t far away.
Our main story today concerns the news that Be My Eyes has acquired AppleVis, a popular website for blind Apple users. Vice-Chair of the company Bryan Bashin and its founder, Hans Wiberg, join Steven and Shaun to discuss the news and answer listeners’ questions on what happens next to the site which will relaunch on September 9th, just in time for the release of IOS 18.
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 find us across social media. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.
Chapter Markers:
0:00 – Intro & Using Find My in Seeing AI
6:47 – What is Double Tap & AMI
20:05 – Amazon May Switch To Claude AI To Power Their Smart Speakers
23:59 – Contact Details
24:12 – AppleVis & Be My Eyes Interview
55:26 – Outro
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Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who’s blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you’ll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.
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