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Speech Radio Shutdown, NVDA & Victor Reader Updates & The Future of Tactile Graphics

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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://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the latest tech updates and accessibility news, including a deep conversation with Matthew Horspool from the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference in Amsterdam.

Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap. As a thank you to the Double Tap community, Turtleback is offering 12% off your entire order with promo code DT12. Visit https://www.turtlebacklv.com to shop the full lineup!

Steven battles through a cold to bring you a packed show covering everything from accessible streaming frustrations to major updates in screen readers and hardware for blind users. The episode features a thoughtful listener question about choosing a braille note taker for work, with expert guidance from Matthew Horspool of the Braillists Foundation. Matthew also shares insights from the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference, focusing on the future of tactile graphics, braille technology, and the balance between high-end devices like the Monarch and affordable tactile tools for home and education.

You’ll also hear reactions to the closure of the Speech Radio app, detailed reviews of Victor Reader Stream and NVDA updates, and an important discussion on how blind users can engage with tactile and visual learning in modern tech environments.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - Steven has a cold!
02:31 - Shaun’s weekend!
09:27 - CoPilot Vision availalbe now to US customers of Microsoft
13:27 - Speech Radio app is being closed down
14:45 - Statement from British Wireless for the Blind fund
18:43 - Victor Reader Stream Gets 1.5 Software Update
21:32 - NVDA gets big update with built in Remote Access feature
25:20 - Sponsor: Turtleback
26:11 - Matthew Horspool on the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference
26:50 - Listener question from Karen on buying a braille display

Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

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About Double Tap

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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Manage episode 489094789 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://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the latest tech updates and accessibility news, including a deep conversation with Matthew Horspool from the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference in Amsterdam.

Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap. As a thank you to the Double Tap community, Turtleback is offering 12% off your entire order with promo code DT12. Visit https://www.turtlebacklv.com to shop the full lineup!

Steven battles through a cold to bring you a packed show covering everything from accessible streaming frustrations to major updates in screen readers and hardware for blind users. The episode features a thoughtful listener question about choosing a braille note taker for work, with expert guidance from Matthew Horspool of the Braillists Foundation. Matthew also shares insights from the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference, focusing on the future of tactile graphics, braille technology, and the balance between high-end devices like the Monarch and affordable tactile tools for home and education.

You’ll also hear reactions to the closure of the Speech Radio app, detailed reviews of Victor Reader Stream and NVDA updates, and an important discussion on how blind users can engage with tactile and visual learning in modern tech environments.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - Steven has a cold!
02:31 - Shaun’s weekend!
09:27 - CoPilot Vision availalbe now to US customers of Microsoft
13:27 - Speech Radio app is being closed down
14:45 - Statement from British Wireless for the Blind fund
18:43 - Victor Reader Stream Gets 1.5 Software Update
21:32 - NVDA gets big update with built in Remote Access feature
25:20 - Sponsor: Turtleback
26:11 - Matthew Horspool on the Tactile Reading and Graphics Conference
26:50 - Listener question from Karen on buying a braille display

Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website

---

Follow on:

YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtube

X (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/x

Instagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagram

TikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktok

Threads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threads

Facebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebook

LinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin

Subscribe to the Podcast:

Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/apple

Spotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotify

RSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcast

iHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart

About Double Tap

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.

"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

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