New Apple Things & Real Talk on Blind Employment

By Double Tap | 3 March 2026 | Comments Off on New Apple Things & Real Talk on Blind Employment

Apple’s iPhone 17E and new iPad Air are here, bringing more affordable high-performance options with Apple Intelligence support, enhanced durability, and smart new features for blind and low-vision users.

Big Week for Apple, Be My Eyes Teams with Meta & AI Under Fire

By Double Tap | 2 March 2026 | Comments Off on Big Week for Apple, Be My Eyes Teams with Meta & AI Under Fire

Apple is kicking off a 3‑day product launch event with at least five new devices rumoured, including the iPhone 17 E, new iPads, and MacBooks with M4 and M5 chips. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down what this means for blind and visually impaired users, plus the latest in AI, accessibility, and tech news from Sonos, Mobile World Congress, and beyond.

Mainstream: Samsung’s Latest, Meta’s Facial Recognition Controversy, Stem Cell Treatment Sparks Debate & The Smart Speaker Urn

By Double Tap | 1 March 2026 | Comments Off on Mainstream: Samsung’s Latest, Meta’s Facial Recognition Controversy, Stem Cell Treatment Sparks Debate & The Smart Speaker Urn

Get the full breakdown of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, its new privacy screen technology, and why AI-powered smartphones may not be living up to the hype. We also dive into Apple’s March product rumours, Meta’s plans for facial recognition in smart glasses, and whether stem cell research could reshape the future of disability.

Weekend: RNIB and Ofcom Push for Consistent On-Demand Accessibility

By Double Tap | 28 February 2026 | Comments Off on Weekend: RNIB and Ofcom Push for Consistent On-Demand Accessibility

UK streaming services face new accessibility rules under the 2024 Media Act, requiring Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and others to meet minimum standards for audio description, subtitles, and signed content.

Zero Project Highlights: From Magnetic Zippers to Streaming Platforms Promoting Disability

By Double Tap | 27 February 2026 | Comments Off on Zero Project Highlights: From Magnetic Zippers to Streaming Platforms Promoting Disability

Discover how adaptive tech, retro-inspired phones, and inclusive fashion are transforming daily life for disabled people. From accessible MacBooks to magnetic zippers, this episode spotlights innovation with impact.

The Most Expensive Headphones Steven Has Bought & Life-Saving Assistive Tech

By Double Tap | 25 February 2026 | Comments Off on The Most Expensive Headphones Steven Has Bought & Life-Saving Assistive Tech

Explore the powerful discussions from the Zero Project Conference on accessibility in crisis and emergency response, discover innovative assistive technologies, and hear Steven Scott’s review of the most expensive headphones he’s ever bought.

Zero Project Highlights: JAWS for Kiosks Makes Payment Terminals Accessible & Speaky AI Changes How We Use Our Smartphones

By Double Tap | 24 February 2026 | Comments Off on Zero Project Highlights: JAWS for Kiosks Makes Payment Terminals Accessible & Speaky AI Changes How We Use Our Smartphones

Discover how Speaky AI and JAWS for Kiosk Payment Terminals are transforming accessibility for blind users. Learn how AI-driven screen reading, secure touchscreen payments, and even future robotic guide dogs could redefine independence.

Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

By Double Tap | 23 February 2026 | Comments Off on Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

Travelling as a blind passenger can be a mix of comedy, frustration, and tech discovery. Steven Scott shares his delayed journey from Vienna, encounters with chatty robots, inaccessible airports, and the reality of airport assistance for blind travellers—plus the apps and tools that saved the day.

Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

By Double Tap | 23 February 2026 | Comments Off on Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

Travelling as a blind passenger can be a mix of comedy, frustration, and tech discovery. Steven Scott shares his delayed journey from Vienna, encounters with chatty robots, inaccessible airports, and the reality of airport assistance for blind travellers—plus the apps and tools that saved the day.

Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

By Double Tap | 23 February 2026 | Comments Off on Flight Delays, Talking Robots, and the Reality of Airport Assistance

Travelling as a blind passenger can be a mix of comedy, frustration, and tech discovery. Steven Scott shares his delayed journey from Vienna, encounters with chatty robots, inaccessible airports, and the reality of airport assistance for blind travellers—plus the apps and tools that saved the day.