Best marcaflalo Podcasts (2024)

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Be My Eyes Work With Microsoft To Improve AI Data & Glidance Show Off Glide Mobility Aid In New Video 56:45

12h ago56:45

56:45

Today on the show Shaun talks about his recent trip to see Alice Cooper in concert, plus there’s a new video online that’s exciting the blind community, and Be My Eyes announce a partnership with Microsoft to improve AI data models to better represent disability. First up Shaun tells Steven about his recent gig experience and how he used Meta Ray-B…

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Tesla Taxis, Low Cost Smartphones & Alice Cooper Comes To Town 56:37

5h ago56:37

56:37

Today on the show Shaun talks with Steven about his upcoming Alice Cooper gig he is heading off to tonight, but why is he not so sure if he wants to go? Also we dive into the inbox to hear Negative Julian’s comments on the real value of low cost smartphones, Robbie’s thoughts on Neuralink devices and Marc’s desire to hear Steven go ‘ballistic’. Lon…

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Be My Eyes Partners With Hilton, New iPad Mini & Blind People Stand Against Taxi Refusals 56:06

13h ago56:06

56:06

Today on the show Steven and Shaun fight a number of breaking news stories including news of a new iPad Mini, a major new partnership between Be My Eyes and Hilton hotels, and the launch of Android 15. First up the guys praise the work of the National Federation of the Blind in the USA on their protest outside the offices of Uber and Lyft on Tuesda…

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AMA Special: Ask Mickey Anything - Your Questions Answered 55:46

2h ago55:46

55:46

Today on the show Steven and Shaun are joined by friend of the show Michael Babcok to help us answer some of our listeners’ burning questions in our ‘Ask Mickey Anything’ special. Questions coming up include finding out which podcast app is the best, how to get ChatGPT to summarise and explain PowerPoint presentations to you, why audio description …

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Hearing Aids & Health: Breaking Stigma and Exploring the Latest Tech with Signia’s Anita Choi-Gibson and Andre Marcoux 33:04

5d ago33:04

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In this episode of Your Tech Report, host Marc Aflalo delves into the world of hearing aids with Signia’s Anita Choi-Gibson, Director of Product Marketing, and Andre Marcoux, VP of Sales. With hearing health under the spotlight, Marc, Anita, and Andre discuss the stigma surrounding hearing aids, the cognitive impacts of untreated hearing loss, and …

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A Coffee And A Chat 55:37

1d ago55:37

55:37

Today on the show Steven and Shaun grab a coffee and sit back to listen to your emails and voicemails which discuss various topics including the challenges of support services, community feedback, and upcoming Q&A sessions. They begin with a special feature from friend and long-time listener Michael Babcock into the issues surrounding Siri's interr…

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VISTA Center’s Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneur Pitch Competition 56:38

3h ago56:38

56:38

Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out about some of the latest innovations on show at the VISTA Center Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, and we hear more of your emails and voicemails on a wide range of topics from keyboard monogamy to dancing plants. The main conversation today focuses on the experiences of listener Kevin …

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Bringing Safe AI to Kids: Pinwheel GPT’s Mission with Dane Whitbeck 10:54

5h ago10:54

10:54

In this episode of Your Tech Report, host Marc Aflalo welcomes back Dane Whitbeck from Pinwheel to discuss their latest innovation: Pinwheel GPT. This kid-friendly AI chatbot is designed to provide a safe, filtered experience for young users, offering responses tailored to kids between ages 7 and 16. Marc and Dane dive into the challenges and inspi…

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CNIB Cybersecurity Event & Everyone’s Angry At Shaun 55:58

10d ago55:58

55:58

Today on the show Steven and Shaun learn about an event coming up from CNIB focused on teaching blind people on the best ways to ensure that we are all aware of cybersecurity and how to keep ourselves safe online. Shaun speaks to David Kapper-Burch who is the lead for digital technology and training at the CNIB Smartlife Technology Program, and Wen…

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Character Limits, Shaun’s Blind Dilemma & Google Gemini Meets Talkback 56:00

11d ago56:00

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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the character limit explosion on social media these days, how Shaun felt after being called blind by a passer by, and we meet Google’s Product Manager for Android, Lisie Lillianfeld. The guys open the show with their usual banter picking up on Shaun’s recent experience with a passer-by who tried to help hi…

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Mince Monday & Your Comments 55:41

2d ago55:41

55:41

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dig into the mailbag to listen to and respond to your emails and voicemails. They begin with a rather troubling admission from Steven about what he did with the remaining mince in his slow cooker, moving on rather quickly (thankfully) to discuss their use of Be My AI and Talkback 15’s new image description feature…

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The Great Audio Description Rant & Ending The Stigma Of Menstrual Health 56:17

5d ago56:17

56:17

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss more of your emails and comments, with another epic rant from Steven coming up, and they discuss a new menstrual tracking device for women.Listener emails are the focus for the first half of the episode, with topics including the challenges of international pricing for tech products, the importance of Safa…

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Meta Ray-Ban Glasses Setup, Parcels Galore & A Visit To The Foot Doctor 56:37

8d ago56:37

56:37

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the experience using navigation apps such as Voice Vista, how to track your parcels and Shaun offers an easy blind-friendly setup guide to the Meta Ray-Ban glasses.First up the guys talk about Steven’s recent visit to the foot doctor which involved him taking a trip to a part of town he has never been befo…

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Goodmaps Revolutionizes Indoor Navigation For The Blind! 56:00

7d ago56:00

56:00

Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us feedback@doubletaponair.com 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 2:18 - E-mail - Kyler on All Terrain Cane, Clocks & Mor…

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Visiting Sight Village In The UK 55:54

15d ago55:54

55:54

Details of the products mentioned and the companies who sell them in the UK and Canada: Mini Guide: Seeing Solutions (UK) and LS&S (Canada) Eye Beam Torch: Seeing Solutions, Aspire Consultancy (UK) Activator Braille Display: VisionAid Technologies (UK) and CNIB Smartlife (Canada) Voxi Vision: VisionAid Technologies (UK) Svárovský Cane: Aspire Consu…

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Be My Eyes Speak To Double Tap Following Meta Connect Announcement 56:19

13d ago56:19

56:19

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Shaun Uses The Force & Falls Over A Bin 14:16 - Alex Heath from The Verge on Meta's Project Orion 21:42 - Interview with Mike Buckley & Bryan Bashin from Be My Eyes on the Meta Ray-Ban AnnouncementsBy Double Tap Productions Inc.

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Meta Connect Event 2024 Reviewed: Be My Eyes Comes To Meta Ray-Bans 56:18

14d ago56:18

56:18

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 1:58 - Be My Eyes Announcement at Meta Connect Event 7:09 - Project Orion 19:10 - How Will Be My Eyes Work On Glasses 27:55 - Meta AI 3.2 Features 33:50 - Meta AI Translation Features 43:49 - What About the Competition? 47:35 - The New Meta Quest 3SBy Double Tap Productions Inc.

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Clearing Out The Inbox 55:55

15d ago55:55

55:55

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 5:11 - E-mail - Scott Loves The Show 6:09 - E-mail - Lizette on NeuraLink 23:29 - E-mail - Stan on NeuraLink 26:36 - E-mail - Sean on Specialist Tech Pricing 40:37 - E-mail - Tony on Voice Control & VoiceOver 44:07 - E-mail - Ronnie on National Chicken Month 45:01 - E-mail - Tom on the Meta Ray-ban Glasses & A New Serv…

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Vispero Talks Next Big Thing Contest & What’s Coming In JAWS 2025 55:59

16d ago55:59

55:59

Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out about the upcoming Next Big Thing contest that started last year by Vispero, makers of the JAWS screenreader, and also They begin by looking ahead to today’s announcement by Logitech, who have promoted that a new MX device may be coming soon, in the form of a keyboard or mouse. Listener emails focus in on…

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Envision & Meta Work Together, Pixel Watch Thoughts & The Future Of Braille (Continued) 56:04

26d ago56:04

56:04

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into their unique blend of humour and technology talk featuring the latest updates on Steven’s puppy! The big news this week is the upcoming Meta Connect event, which has already revealed a headline or two, including the collaboration between Envision and Meta, and the implications of augmented reality for th…

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Envision’s New ‘Ally’ Feature Is Now In Beta 56:11

20d ago56:11

56:11

Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out about a new feature from Envision called Ally that acts as your personal assistant for performing tasks and giving you information. Karthik Karnan, the founder and CTO of Envision, joins the guys to chat about its more personalised approach to assistance, with the ability to use the service across phone, …

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Talkback 15 Reviewed, Cooking Outdoors & Visual Spectrum 56:01

25d ago56:01

56:01

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 2:21 - E-mail - Gary on Cooking 8:02 - E-mail - Guy on Jaws and Teams 10:04 - Google Meet 11:56 - E-mail - Mark on Blind Travels 20:37 - E-mail - Jenine on the Visual Spectrum 24:12 - Contact Us 24:24 - John Dyer on Android & Talkback 15By Double Tap Productions Inc.

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Neuralink ‘Blindsight’ Gets FDA Approval & Innosearch AI Brings Easier Online Shopping To Canada 56:03

22d ago56:03

56:03

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 5:38 - NeuraLink Implant to Restore Vision 10:47 - Elon Musk Talks on NeuraLink 22:39 - Dan from NeuraLink Talks on the Technology 28:27 - Contact Us 28:39 - Accessible Shopping with Patrick Long from InnoSearchBy Double Tap Productions Inc.

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iOS 18 Update ‘Low Risk’ According To AppleVis & The Cost Of Assistive Technology 56:06

1M ago56:06

56:06

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - iOS 18 & AppleVis 8:18 - App Accessibility & Sky Go on the Apple TV 13:22 - Good Luck Chris McCausland 16:03 - Air Pods 4 & Active Noise Cancellation 25:08 - e-mail - Will on Google Gemini & Personal Data 26:06 - E-mail - Sujay on Orcam 30:42 - E-mail - Darren on the Cost of Assistive Tech 42:07 - E-mail - Mary …

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Open AI Reasoning, Cool Apps & What The Dog Swallowed Today 56:18

24d ago56:18

56:18

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 7:17 - Open A.i. gets Reasonable 10:52 - Googles' New NoteBookLM Service Makes Us Nervous 20:12 - Owenie News - Eating Air Pods Pro 2 29:06 - Meta Rayban Update fixes WhatsApp Calling 33:03 - App Recommendations -Dave on Brave Browser 39:14 - App Recommendations - Greg on Talking Tuner, Pontes Media Downloader & More 4…

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New iPhone, Apple Watch & AirPods: What You Need to Know 12:15

23d ago12:15

12:15

In this lively episode, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield unpack the highlights from Apple’s latest product event, focusing on the new iPhone 16, Apple Watch, and AirPods. The discussion centers on the iPhone 16 lineup, including the subtle design changes, camera upgrades, and new camera control button featured across all models. Mitchell shares h…

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The Future of AI in Business Communications with Sandeep Panesar 22:31

24d ago22:31

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In this episode, Marc Aflalo sits down with Sandeep Panesar, Head of Strategic Alliances and Partnerships at Selectcom Telecom, to dive deep into the evolving role of AI in the telecom industry. With AI rapidly becoming integral to business communications, Marc and Sandeep explore how solutions like Cisco’s WebEx Calling, powered by AI, are transfo…

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Apple Watch Goes Big: A Closer Look at the 10th Anniversary Edition 18:02

25d ago18:02

18:02

In this episode, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield dive into the latest Apple product announcements, covering everything from the iPhone 16 lineup to the 10th anniversary Apple Watch and new AirPods. They discuss the design updates, such as the thinner Apple Watch and its larger display, along with its durability improvements. Marc and Mitchell sh…

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Intel Uses Latest Tech To Enable Goodmaps Indoor Navigation 56:37

27d ago56:37

56:37

Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 3:57 - e-mail - Bev on Setting Up the Meta Ray-Ban Glasses 6:45 - E-mail - Dawn on the Future of Double Tap 10:13 - E-mail - Kerry on the Double Tap Podcast 12:32 - E-mail - Frank on Orcam Support 20:37 - E-mail - Callum on Dog Trackers 26:39 - Naming the Double Tap Plant 27:55 - E-mail - Graham is Looking for a New Al…

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Steven Rants About Audio Description And AirPods Max & More Of Your Feedback 56:24

1M ago56:24

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Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 2:13 - Steven on the Air Max Headphone 10:45 - Reeder App & Project Tapestry 16:04 - Envision Assist News 22:17 - E-mail - Darren on the Zeitgeist 2 26.58 - E-mail - Sarah on Android 42.06 - E-mail - Mark on X Timelines 44:56 - E-mail - Jos on Audio Description 50:53 - E-mail - Kaitlyn on Blind Pride YouTube Adjustment…

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iOS 18 Accessibility: The Double Tap Review 56:00

1M ago56:00

56:00

Today on the show Steven and Shaun are joined by special guests to discuss the upcoming iOS 18 software release on iPhones from September 16th. The guys are joined by the author of the iOS Access For All book, Shelly Brisbin, to discuss the range of new accessibility features coming this year for people with various types of disabilities, including…

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Apple’s “Glowtime” Event: The Double Tap Review 56:16

1M ago56:16

56:16

Today on the show Steven and Shaun review the Apple “It’s Glowtime” Event featuring new iPhones, Apple Watch and AirPods.The guys dive into the announcements and share their views on the new iPhone 16 lineup, as well as the embedded Apple Intelligence features that have been announced to arrive this year, starting in the US in October.There’s also …

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Shaun’s Meta Ray-Ban Issues & Talkback 15 Not Coming To Samsung Devices 56:06

1M ago56:06

56:06

Today on the show the guys are back discussing Shaun’s recent trip to a luxury hotel and the challenges he had with his Meta Ray-Ban frames, plus we find out why Samsung phone users may not be able to access the Talkback version 15 screenreader on their devices.We start with Shaun’s real world use of the Meta Ray-Ban Frames which has caused him con…

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Apple Event 2024 Preview, Assistive Tech Talk, and the Evolution of Accessibility 21:19

1M ago21:19

21:19

In this episode of Your Tech Report, Marc Aflalo and special guest Steven Scott dive into all things Apple ahead of the highly anticipated September 9th event. They discuss the expected release of the iPhone 16, potential updates to AirPods Pro, and speculate about Apple Intelligence. Steven, host of Double Tap, shares his unique perspective on the…

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AI’s Role in Education: Insights from Instructure’s Sidharth Oberoi 18:17

1M ago18:17

18:17

In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo is joined by Sidharth Oberoi, VP of International Strategy at Instructure, to explore the evolving role of AI in education. With the new school year underway, they discuss the rapid development of AI tools in classrooms and how Instructure’s flagship product, Canvas, is helping educators and learners n…

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Apps Of The Week, Looking Ahead to Apple’s “Glowtime” Event & The Benefit Of Smart Glasses For Disabled People 56:00

1M ago56:00

56:00

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into the inbox for the first in our weekly series of “App of the Week” featuring your favourite apps and why others might liike them. We also welcome disability and technology advocate Colin Hughes back to discuss the upcoming Apple Event and why he thinks Meta are missing a trick when it comes to their Ray-B…

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New Products From Anker, Android Issues & Three Socks And A Teddy Bear’s Head 56:04

1M ago56:04

56:04

Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into your emails and voicemails with comments around Android, Braille and the future of AppleVis.They begin with their usual banter and Steven explains why he is so tired following a late night trip to the vet with his poorly dog, plus there are some updates about the show and thanks for the kind comments on …

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Car Tech Chaos: The Nissan, CarPlay, and Teams Reboot Loop 12:41

1M ago12:41

12:41

In this episode of YourTechReport, host Marc Aflalo sits down with telecom expert and tech evangelist Sandeep Panesar to dive deep into a frustrating issue many drivers face: CarPlay, Microsoft Teams, and Nissan Connect not playing nicely together. Sandeep shares his personal experience with a continuous reboot cycle caused by these systems’ intera…

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Tech Excitement: iPhone 16, Google Pixel, and More with Marc & Mitchell! 11:59

1M ago11:59

11:59

In this episode of YourTechReport, hosts Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield dive into the hottest tech news and rumors. From the upcoming iPhone 16 and its anticipated features to the gaming world’s excitement for the Indiana Jones release, they cover it all. They also discuss the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the next-level AI features, and how Google is…

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Driverless Cars, Rubber Chickens & Naming A Plastic Plant 56:00

1M ago56:00

56:00

Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out what its like to travel inside a driverless car courtesy of good friend of the show, Gregg Hayes. Plus Steven asks for an intervention into his recent usage of Facebook, and we gather your suggestions for the naming ceremony of the studio plastic plant. There’s also more discussion on the accessibility of…

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Inside the Pixel 9: Patrick O’Rourke on AI, Android, and What’s Next 17:22

1M ago17:22

17:22

In this episode of Your Tech Report, Marc Aflalo is joined by Patrick O’Rourke, Devices Managing Editor at PocketLint, for a deep dive into the world of smartphones, AI, and the latest tech trends. They discuss the new Google Pixel 9 and its AI-powered features, exploring both the exciting possibilities and the potential dangers of AI in consumer d…

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Double Tap Arrives On YouTube & Be My Eyes Talks About AppleVis Acquisition 56:30

2M ago56:30

56:30

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 - OutroBy steven scott, shaun preece

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Unlocking Innovation: Schlage’s 104-Year Journey to Smart Home Security 30:35

2M ago30:35

30:35

In this episode of Your Tech Report, host Marc Aflalo sits down with Michael Del Guidice, Vice President of Marketing at Allegion Canada, to delve into the fascinating history and cutting-edge innovations of Schlage, the trusted name in home security. From the brand’s 104-year legacy to the latest advancements in smart lock technology, Michael shar…

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Best of YouTube: How To Record Audio And Video At Home Or On The Move 56:13

2M ago56:13

56:13

As Double Tap transitions over to YouTube full time on Tuesday 3rd September 2024, this will be the last episode of the Best of YouTube on the podcast. And in that spirit the guys are focusing on providing you with the tips and tools you might want to use to connect and contribute to the show going forward, in both audio and video format. In this s…

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Seeing AI Helps You Find Your Objects 56:07

2M ago56:07

56:07

Today on the show Steven and Shaun continue to break down the news of the recent Be My Eyes takeover of AppleVis, and a listener shares a cool feature from the Seeing AI app. While the dust settles around the announcement that Be My Eyes is taking over ApplVis, Double Tap contributor Michael Babcock weighs in with some of his own questions ahead of…

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Leasey's Countdown Timer & Marking A Chapter 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven and Shaun continue to discuss the recent merger between AppleVis and Be My Eyes, exploring the community's positive reactions and the potential for growth and monetisation within the blind community. There's also a demonstration of one of the features of Leasey, a software by Hartgen Consultancy that give…

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AppleVis Saved By Be My Eyes & Seleste Glasses Walkthrough 56:06

2M ago56:06

56:06

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the breaking news that popular website AppleVis has been saved from closure thanks to Be My Eyes. In a statement issued to Double Tap, the company explains their decision to assist in keeping the site for blind Apple users open, and how they intend to help grow the service with the assistance of the blind …

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Apple's 'Its Glowtime' Event Coming Up, TrueFree EarBuds Review & Outdoor Cooking Comments 55:57

2M ago55:57

55:57

Today on the show Steven and Shaun react to the latest announcement by Apple about their upcoming event on September 9th, plus they respond to your comments on outdoor cooking, while listener Bev shares a review of the TrueFree earbuds. First up the guys hear from CC in Montreal who thinks he has found the issue relating to Steven's screen curtain …

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Screen Curtain Issues, Chat GPT Accessibility Improvements & Zeitgeist 2 Demo 56:01

2M ago56:01

56:01

Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss an issue flagged by one of our listeners concerning the screen curtain on iPhone, and we hear from Michael Babcock on updates to the ChatGPT website, and listener Kyler shares his review of the Zeitgeist 2 talking clock and alarm. First up the guys discuss the issues raised by an anonymous listener regardi…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Roku City with Roku's Chris Faulds 14:01

2M ago14:01

14:01

Dive into the captivating world of Roku City, the creative background on the Roku platform that has become a cultural phenomenon with its cult following and intriguing Easter eggs. In this episode of "YourTechReport," we chat with Chris Faulds and explore the groundbreaking partnership between Roku and McDonald's, marking the first branded presence…

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