Join hosts Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo as they help viewers better understand how technology can assist in everyday life.
Join hosts Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo as they help viewers better understand how technology can assist in everyday life.
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First, it was Edge. Then 3G, LTE, and now 5G. But what communication technology awaits as more and more devices compete to be connected to the cloud? And how will this technology pave the way for a more accessible future?
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Getting into podcasting takes more than just will - there are places to go to get noticed and tools to make you sound amazing. In this episode, we speak with podcasting experts and get the top tips for launching a successful podcast in a crowded marketplace.
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You may be familiar with the AMI-tv App for iOS. It's time for everyone else to get on board. Introducing the AMI-tv App for Android! We dive in and talk to the company about the challenges in making an app compatible across platforms.
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One of the most known brands in the computer industry got its name from founder Michael Dell. Dell has come full circle and totally reinvented itself, bringing on new brands such as Alienware gaming. We speak with Dell and go behind the curtain at what makes them tick.
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Grabbing a quick note, phone number or email address during a meeting or on a call is something most of us take for granted. How do you do it if you’re blind? Steven shares some of the latest tech to take notes in audio and accessible text formats.
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The Apple Watch has reigned as the most accessible smartwatch in the marketplace. Is that about to change? Google’s Wear OS platform is hot on their heels and Steven lets Marc know about one Android smartwatch that’s caught his attention.
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One in five Canadians live with hearing loss. Thanks to apps like Mimi, you can monitor your hearing. Robin Christopherson, from the AbilityNet charity, tells Marc and Steven how he used the latest tech hardware to improve his sense of hearing.
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Double Tap TV is slightly different than your average TV production. With hosts on two continents, it all comes together thanks to modern technology. We pull back the curtain and walk you through how we produce Double Tap TV.
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Every manufacturer has a great big screen TV, but which are accessible, which are passable and which just don’t make the cut accessibility-wise? In this episode, we take a look at the most accessible big screen TVs.
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We’re hosting a series of virtual town halls later this spring and are inviting fans of the Double Tap podcast, Double Tap TV, technology buffs and those interested in accessible tech for the blind and partially sighted community to take part.
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Virtual reality is seen by many as the future of gaming; could there be more to it that benefits the blind and partially sighted community? We hear from U.S. tech giant Verizon to address the potential of this new era of technology.
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Google Lookout is an app that uses computer vision to assist people who are blind or partially sighted to get things done faster and more easily. On this episode, Steven puts the app to the test to discover if it really does fulfill its goals.
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Is Apple’s own processor living up to the hype? What about their super-high-end new headphones? We put the M1 processor to the test, and Steven tunes out Marc with the latest Airpods Max.
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Steven and Marc dive into Amazon’s latest products. From the all-new Echo Dot to the Echo Show and everything in between, we take control of Alexa and tell you what’s new.
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Getting fit is on everyone's New Year's resolutions list. This week we ask: How can technology make those goals more attainable?
Ask Double Tap Anything
Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo field audience questions, and answer them to the best of their tech-filled abilities.
Predicting the Future
Looking ahead, we ask ourselves what 2021 will bring in tech. Guest Robin Spinks joins Steven and Marc to look ahead at the coming year.
CES 2020: Where are They Now?
As we wrap up the year, Steven and Marc look back on some cool tech from CES 2020, and talk about where they are today.
Accessibility at Apple
Apple’s Director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives, Sarah Herrlinger, joins Steven and Marc to talk all about the company's latest product announcements and how accessibility sits at the core of everything the company does.
Holiday Gift Guide
Steven and Marc bring you gift ideas, across all price ranges, to ensure you pick the perfect something for that perfect someone this holiday season.
The iPhone 12
Apple's latest iPhone is the iPhone 12, and we're all in. Mitchell Whitfield joins Steven and Marc to talk about the new flagship device and ask the question: was it worth the wait?
Tools to make working easier
From headsets to software, we welcome Zoho’s LSP Chandrashekar to discuss some of their cloud-based tools that make collaborating from anywhere easier than ever.
Everything sounds amazing: Headphone frenzy!
Steven and Marc are going headphone crazy! With so many options on the market, we try and narrow down the field to our top picks for wired and wireless options.
The most successful Apple Watch ever!
Apple recently announced the Series 6 Apple Watch, and we're going to tell you why we think it's the most successful Apple Watch ever made!
Keeping your Smart Home Safe from Digital Intruders
Can technology help you feel more safe at home? Marc and Steven think so, and demonstrate new tech from Linksys and Ring that offers affordable, easy to install home security.
Everything folds: The new trends in folding devices
Folding phones are a couple generations old; how does it hold up against today’s smartphones? Plus, Daniel Rubino, Executive Editor of Windows Central, talks about Microsoft’s Surface Duo.
Android envy, can we switch from iOS?
Steven shocks Marc with the news he is enjoying using Android phones! Also, Double Tap Canada co-host Shaun Preece drops in to talk about the latest accessibility features in Android 11.
Marc spent how much money on a new Mac?
Marc shocks Steven by telling him how much money he has spent on his new Mac Pro. But why? Marc explains all and Steven offers words of caution.
Blind Filmmaking
If you are an aspiring filmmaker, check out this week's episode. Filmmaker James Rath, who is blind, talks about how he creates films and offers some tips to get started making video content.
eSight 4: Wearable Tech Restores Vision
Marc and Steven discuss the latest wearable tech that is promising to restore sight to the partially sighted. Then, Jay Taylor from Newfoundland reviews the latest version of eSight.
Keyboards, Keyboards and more Keyboards!
Marc and Steven discuss the best keyboards for your devices, including the Brydge Pro keyboard for iPad, MX Keys for Mac and the Logitech Folio Touch for the latest generation iPad Pros.
AI for Reading
Marc and Steven talk about how AI can help around the home. Then, Steven shows off the AI-powered OrCam Read and the latest features of Microsoft’s Seeing AI app.