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Your Feedback: Swearing Smart Assistants, Neuralink Curiosity, and Cane Tip Tips

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In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun are back—caffeinated, opinionated, and tackling everything from accessibility to identity. Kicking things off, Steven shares how his Apple Watch health alerts, though sometimes dismissed by doctors, played a crucial role in keeping his health in check. They explore how smartwatches—despite not being medical-grade—offer critical health insights and peace of mind.

The discussion moves from tech to identity, challenging the notion of “blind pride” and debating whether it’s fair—or even helpful—to claim that being blind is a “blessing.” The hosts share their personal perspectives on disability acceptance, the emotional highs and lows of navigating blindness, and why one-size-fits-all narratives don’t work.

Listener emails round out the show, including a powerful question from a listener new to vision loss: iPhone or Android—which smartphone is better for accessibility? Steven and Shaun offer a thorough comparison of TalkBack and VoiceOver, app ecosystems, device pricing, and community support. Other listeners share thoughts on cane tips, orientation techniques, accessible recipe apps, and even whether swearing smart assistants signal progress or gimmick.

It’s a lively, honest, and often hilarious episode with valuable insight for anyone navigating life with vision loss or supporting someone who is.

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 now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 Introduction
09:05 The Role of AI in Accessibility and Communication
11:54 Accessibility in Smartphones: iPhone vs. Android
23:50 Support Networks and Learning Curves for New Users
27:42 Choosing Between Android and iPhone
28:49 User Experiences with Cane Tips
44:45 Navigating Recipe Apps and Accessibility
46:38 The Debate on Blindness and Vision
53:11 Acceptance and Perspectives on Blindness

Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-877-803-4567

  continue reading

609 episodes

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Manage episode 478646396 series 1914096
Content provided by Double Tap Productions Inc.. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Double Tap Productions Inc. or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun are back—caffeinated, opinionated, and tackling everything from accessibility to identity. Kicking things off, Steven shares how his Apple Watch health alerts, though sometimes dismissed by doctors, played a crucial role in keeping his health in check. They explore how smartwatches—despite not being medical-grade—offer critical health insights and peace of mind.

The discussion moves from tech to identity, challenging the notion of “blind pride” and debating whether it’s fair—or even helpful—to claim that being blind is a “blessing.” The hosts share their personal perspectives on disability acceptance, the emotional highs and lows of navigating blindness, and why one-size-fits-all narratives don’t work.

Listener emails round out the show, including a powerful question from a listener new to vision loss: iPhone or Android—which smartphone is better for accessibility? Steven and Shaun offer a thorough comparison of TalkBack and VoiceOver, app ecosystems, device pricing, and community support. Other listeners share thoughts on cane tips, orientation techniques, accessible recipe apps, and even whether swearing smart assistants signal progress or gimmick.

It’s a lively, honest, and often hilarious episode with valuable insight for anyone navigating life with vision loss or supporting someone who is.

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 now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 Introduction
09:05 The Role of AI in Accessibility and Communication
11:54 Accessibility in Smartphones: iPhone vs. Android
23:50 Support Networks and Learning Curves for New Users
27:42 Choosing Between Android and iPhone
28:49 User Experiences with Cane Tips
44:45 Navigating Recipe Apps and Accessibility
46:38 The Debate on Blindness and Vision
53:11 Acceptance and Perspectives on Blindness

Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling in, sending an email or leaving us a voicemail!

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-877-803-4567

  continue reading

609 episodes

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