Podcasts by Double Tap

Episode 188: New Samsung Laptop, The New iPad Pro&Dave Brown's Spiky Helmet Horns from 2023-12-12T19:26:47.290720

It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite mushroom coffee and relax because Double Tap Canada is back with all of the latest tech news.. This week we see the welcome return of Steven Scott, and wow,...

Episode 188: New Samsung Laptop, The New iPad Pro&Dave Brown's Spiky Helmet Horns from 2022-03-07T00:28:12.966544

It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite mushroom coffee and relax because Double Tap Canada is back with all of the latest tech news.. This week we see the welcome return of Steven Scott, and wow,...

Episode 192: Happy Canada Day, What’s New in Windows 11 and Can Your PC Handle It? from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.397073

It’s celebrations all 'round this week, as we say Happy Canada Day to you all, happy birthday to Marc Aflalo and congratulations to Steven for finding what could be the cheapest pair of wireless he...

Episode 193: A Tour Through Current Windows 11 Accessibility from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.396151

In this week’s Double Tap Canada, Steven and Shaun take a look at the insider build of Windows 11, and try to answer some of the questions you have asked regarding accessibility. Steven will be exp...

Episode 197: Hands-on with Windows 365, Clacky Keyboards & Killing Wasps from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.392152

Steven, Marc and Shaun are back with another episode of Double Tap Canada. It’s a tech show … honest, but could there be a format change soon? Shaun seems to think the Blind Builders show could be ...

Episode 201: Smart Homes, Smart Toilets & Hammering Screws from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.387829

Welcome to a rather manic episode of Double Tap Canada where this week we dive into the exciting world of the smart home. Steven & Marc have been splashing the cash in an effort to transform their ...

Episode 205: iOS 15 New Features and the Microsoft Adaptive Kit from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.383795

Double Tap Canada is back with another hour of top tech. This week, the DTC team have been taking a look at iOS 15. Shaun will be talking about and demonstrating some of the new features he’s excit...

Episode 206: Amazing Amazon, Magnificent MagSafe and Insert Key Insanity from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.382650

This week’s Double Tap Canada sees the welcome return of Steven Scott as he joins Marc Aflalo and Shaun Preece to talk all things tech.

After a brief discussion regarding the best option f...

Episode 210: Welcome to the Metaverse, a Look at SharePlay and Who Ordered an iPhone? from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.378369

Shaun still can’t figure out how his microphone works, Marc may just disappear before the end of the show and Steven has bought a new gadget. That’s right, it’s time for another episode of Double T...

Episode 214: Surface Laptop 4, Rode Wireless Go 2 and No Space Lasers from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.374196

Marc Aflalo is back with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece for another episode of Double Tap Canada, but before we jump into this week’s tech there is an important question to be asked. Just what is th...

Hands-Free Apple Watch, Braille Labelers and The Mystery Sandwich from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.369449

Happy New Year! Double Tap Canada is back with another hour of the latest tech talk, news and opinions.

Shaun has been testing out the new hand gestures feature that was introduced with th...

The Metaverse, Microsoft's accessibility features and your feedback from 2022-02-22T11:45:04.365505

This week Steven, Marc and Shaun get together for another chat on the big tech topics of the week.

Following this week’s Double Tap TV episode on the subject of the Metaverse, guest Chris ...

Windows Updates, Apple Rumours and Google flexes its muscles from 2022-02-18T13:42:41

The tech trio are back together to discuss the big tech stories of the week, including big new updates for Windows 11, rumours of an upcoming Apple Event and what’s new with Google’s Chrome OS.
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Unpacking Samsung's Unpacked Event and White Cane Week from 2022-02-11T02:06:58

This week on Double Tap Canada, Steven and Shaun discuss the latest news from Samsung’s Unpacked event, with the launch of new smartphones and tablets. But what does the blind community stand to be...

Rockets, Keyboards and the future of civilization! from 2022-01-21T01:00

It’s another busy week for the tech team at Double Tap Canada as Steven, Marc and Shaun discuss the big stories this week in tech, along with a healthy dose of nonsense.

We start with an o...

iPhone Turns 15, What Matters at CES and Why Is Ham-Ham So Sad? from 2022-01-14T03:44:36

Prepare yourselves for a hour of your favourite tech talk, tech news and other ramblings. Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and Marc Aflalo are back with another episode of Double Tap Canada!

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The Lenovo Smart Clock 2 Challenge from 2021-12-31T01:00

Double Tap Canada is back! With the smell of Brussels sprouts in the air and gravy stains everywhere, there’s no denying we’re still in festive mood and what better way to celebrate than to open on...

The Tech We Bought, The Tech We Loved & The Tech Steven Returned from 2021-12-24T18:50:47

Happy Christmas from Double Tap Canada! In this festive episode, Marc, Steven and Shaun take a look at the tech they’ve bought over the last year, and what they would recommend to others. There’s c...

More Affordable Option for Jaws in Canada, Accessible Gaming & Going Back to Braille School from 2021-12-17T01:00

Despite a sickly Shaun, a missing Marc and Steven destroying all his computers, another episode of Double Tap Canada is here.

We kick off the show with the news that Steven is returning hi...

Episode 216: More Affordable Option for Jaws in Canada, Accessible Gaming & Going Back to Braille School from 2021-12-17T01:00

Despite a sickly Shaun, a missing Marc and Steven destroying all his computers, another episode of Double Tap Canada is here.

We kick off the show with the news that Steven is returning hi...

Surface Adaptive Kit, Aira Priority Connect & A Typing T-Rex from 2021-12-10T01:00

Looking for an hour of top tech talk and news? Well, you’re in luck because here’s another episode of Double Tap Canada. 

The show kicks off with Steven’s latest trip to the Apple Store, b...

Episode 213: The New MacBook Pro, Talking to Tech Gets More Accessible & Table Troubles with Edge from 2021-11-26T02:00

Welcome to this week’s episode of Double Tap Canada. If you’re looking for all the latest tech news and opinion, you’ve come to the right place. It’s a tech show… honestly.

Regular listene...

Episode 212: Hands On with the Surface Pro 8, Apple’s Arty Videos Get Descriptive and Trading In Steven from 2021-11-19T01:00

Welcome to Double Tap Canada. We kick off this week’s show with the news that Steven is off to the Apple store with his huge collection of tech to trade it all in. The question is what will he come...

Episode 211: A Cool New Feature in Jaws 2022, Hands On with Apple Watch 7 and Talking Tech with Rene Ritchie from 2021-11-12T01:00

Are you looking for a show where you can hear all about what’s new in the world of tech and get plumbing advice at the same time? Good news! It’s time for another episode of Double Tap Canada.
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Episode 209: Looking at Air Pods 3, Liking A More Accessible Zoom and Licking Credit Cards from 2021-10-29T00:00

Double Tap Canada is back for another week of top tech talk and news. But first, our listeners have plenty to say on the topic of Double Tap merchandise. Is a hairy logo the secret to success? I re...

Episode 208: Even More Events. Unapologetic Apple and Unenthusiastic Google from 2021-10-22T00:00

As we see, not just one but two new tech events this week, as Double Tap Canada returns to see what top tech gadgets Steven will be rushing out to buy next.

Apple unveiled the next step in...

Episode 207: What Are Apple Unleashing Next and YouTube Enhances Accessibility from 2021-10-15T12:36:42

What better way to kick off this week’s episode of Double Tap Canada than with a rant from a frazzled Marc Aflalo? A houseful of kids and broken wifi: it’s a perfect storm.

News of another...

Episode 204: The Microsoft Surface Event 2021 from 2021-09-24T11:20:09

As Captain Steven Scott is off wreaking havoc to buffets across the Seven Seas, it’s down to Marc Aflalo and Shaun Preece to take the helm of the good ship Double Tap Canada this week.

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Episode 203: The Apple Event 2021 from 2021-09-17T00:00

Yes, it’s that time again! Another year, another Apple event! But was it a strong, solid showcase of ever-improving products, or an underwhelming disappointment? Well, that depends on who you ask…<...

Episode 202: Event Excitement, Echo Updates & iMac Accessories from 2021-09-10T01:00

Welcome to Double Tap Canada. It’s September which, as any nerd knows, is the start of tech event season. We now have official word on both the Apple and Microsoft event dates, which are September ...

Episode 200: Goodbye FlickType, Setting Up Apple Pay & Who’s to Blame for Climate Change? from 2021-08-27T01:00

Double Tap Canada is back with another hour of the latest tech news and tech talk. If the team don’t melt in their sweltering studios that is… Maybe they should turn off some of their kit once in a...

Episode 199: Opening Windows on the M1 Mac, There’s No Place Like Home Button & Sentimental Tech from 2021-08-20T00:00

Steven "Uncle Fester" Scott & Shaun "Cousin Itt" Preece are back with all the latest in tech in another episode of Double Tap Canada. But where has Lurch … sorry, we mean Marc Aflalo gone?

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Episode 198: Apple's New Image Scanning System: A Slippery Slope or a Sensible Step To Protect Children? from 2021-08-13T01:00

Welcome back to Double Tap Canada. This week’s show kicks off with the news that Steven has bought a high-end gaming PC … again! After complaining that his last one was too loud and too hot, wil...

Episode 196: Clubhouse Opens Its Doors, MSN Messenger Is Back (Kind Of) & Sweaty Tech from 2021-07-30T01:00

Builders, barking dogs and failing hardware. That can only mean it’s time for another episode of Double Tap Canada. Steven, Marc and Shaun are here to talk about what’s new in the tech world this w...

Episode 195: Windows 365, WhatsApp Everywhere & Bloodless Blood Testing from 2021-07-23T00:00

Welcome to Double Tap Canada. It’s a tech show, honestly! This week’s episode was recorded a little earlier than usual due to Shaun’s rather selfish request to take a week off. So, if Apple release...

Episode 194: Breaking Up Big Tech, TCL Glasses & The Trouble with Teams from 2021-07-16T00:00

The whole DTC team are back this week with another large dose of tech news and opinion. We kick off the show with a question from a listener who is having problems with using Bluetooth headsets wit...

Episode 191: Prime Day cancelled, Vibrating Shoes and Pretty Air Fly for a Blind Guy from 2021-06-25T00:00

Welcome back to another episode of Double Tap Canada. This week’s show kicks off (eventually) with the shocking news that Amazon’s Prime Day was cancelled in Canada. Marc is naturally upset but, lu...

Episode 190: Goodbye to Windows 10, Getting to Know the PodTrak P4 & Hello Chubby Beard from 2021-06-18T00:00

Steven, Shaun and Marc are back with special guest David Woodbridge for another episode of Double Tap Canada. We kick off this week’s dive into tech with the news that Marc has ordered a pair of th...

Episode 189b: The Apple WWDC Event 2021, Part 2 from 2021-06-11T01:00

Welcome back to the extended Apple WWDC edition of Double Tap Canada. In this second hour, we’ll be joined by author and podcaster Shelly Brisbin. Shelly will be helping us delve into just what imp...

Episode 189a: The Apple WWDC Event 2021, Part 1 from 2021-06-11T00:00

Get ready for a double helping of Double Tap Canada this week, as the DTC team take a deep dive in to all that was announced, and even some things that weren’t, at Apple's recent WWDC event.
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Episode 184: Managing Passwords, Obsolete Hardware & Trash Talk from 2021-05-15T01:12:57.270208

Eating out of trash cans, AirTagging dogs, and telling Shaun to shut up. It can only be another episode of Double Tap Canada. It’s a tech show… honest.

Shaun has been taking a look at a ne...

Episode 185: Retro Tech, Upcycling, Fake Reviews & a Chainsaw Attack from 2021-05-14T00:00

Double Tap Canada is back to save the planet, with a look at upcycling old phones and just what Steven has bought that makes him an eco-warrior…

After a few technical issues with the intr...

Episode 183: Using Windows on Mac & iPad, Facebook Audio & The Diaper Experiment from 2021-04-30T00:00

Marc returns to a slightly chaotic Double Tap Canada this week as no one is quite sure how long the show should be. A quick call to the boss should clear things up. What could possibly go wrong… Listen

Episode 63: Holiday Haul from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.556355

Double Tap Canada starts 2019 still in festive mood as Steven, Shaun & Tim talk about their new tech presents and just how much food & chocolates they ate. As usual though, Steven soon ruins the hi...

Episode 67: Accessibility recap, Bose Frame AR and iOS 12.1.3 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.550078

Double Tap Canada goes back to basics this week, taking a look at what accessibility features are available and what they do. This follows a news story where people have been using the 'Listen Live...

Episode 71: Editing software, SmartOmi and should Steven ditch his Apple Homepod? from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.542442

This weeks Double Tap Canada gets off to a shaky start with sleepy hosts and mystery meat spring rolls, but Steven, Tim & Shaun soon steer the show back on course long enough to discuss accessible ...

Episode 72: Meditation and Relaxation Apps from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.539663

"Double Tap Canada centres its Chi and hugs a tree this week as Steven Scott, Tim Schwartz & Shaun Preece kick off the show with a look at relaxation and meditation apps. Steven tells us of the Cal...

Episode 76: Robin Christopherson from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.493007

"Double Tap Canada gets a touch of class this week as the team are joined by Robin Christopherson MBE. Robin is the Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet, and worked on one of the new shows for A...

Episode 80: Steven's Midlife Crisis, Clew Updates and iOS13 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.487091

"Double Tap Canada returns to discuss this weeks tech news, privacy and Stevens mid-life crisis. The team discuss the new Clew update, promising mobility help without GPS. Tim takes a look at iOS 1...

Episode 81: Google IO 2019 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.484124

Double Tap goes Google crazy this week with a look at the recent Google IO 2019 event. But with discussions about privacy, name changes, cameras, affordable phones and accessibility, why is it that...

Episode 85: Apple WWDC 2019 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.480015

"Double Tap Canada is all about Apple this week following the recent World Wide Developers Conference.

The team take a dive into what was announced but from the aspect of accessibility. <...

Episode 89: Fitness Trackers from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.473337

Double Tap Canada is all about fitness this week, but as all the hosts are physical wrecks, they are joined by Chyvonne Emile, who is the fitness contributor on the Kelly & Co show. The discussion ...

Episode 93: Jay Taylor switches to Android, Listener Feedback and Double Tap TV from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.468073

In this episode, Double Tap Canada is joined by Jay Taylor, not only does he know his tech, but he is actually Canadian... at least we think so. Jay discusses his recent switch to Android, in the f...

Episode 94: Smart Power Strips and Domino's Pizza from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.466472

Tim Schwartz & Shaun Preece are in charge of Double Tap Canada this week, as Steven Scott is in quarantine with a bad case of man flu. But the tech must go on, so Shaun kicks off the show with a re...

Episode 98 - Secret Steven, Public Tech & iOS 13 Features from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.461591

Steven Scott goes all James Bond in this episode of Double Tap Canada, as he’s broadcasting from a secret location. However, he quickly crumbles under interrogation from Shaun & Tim and reveals all...

Episode 102: Watery iPhones, Amazon Music HD & Riding Smart Bins from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.454736

Double Tap Canada gets a bit of a make-over this week with a new sound, but don't worry, Steven, Shaun & Tim are still here to talk about all thats great in tech.

Steven kicks off the show...

Episode 107: AirPods Pro Hands-On, Orbit Chat App & GoogleBits from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.440903

Steven Scott gets over his technical issues and returns to Double Tap Canada this week full of excitement over his new tech toys. A new RodeCaster mixer and the AirPods Pro. After finding out the m...

Episode 111: Echo Show 5 Review, Bose AR Frames & Chicken Spork from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.397649

The Double Tap Team are back to full health this week as the show kicks off with a look at the Echo Show 5. Can a smart speaker with a screen really be of any use if you’re visually impaired?
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Episode 115: Our Tech Prediction For 2020 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.392711

The Double Tap team would like to wish a happy New Year to all our listeners!

As Steven, Shaun & Tim start a new beginning, they take a look at the tech they think will be important in 20...

Episode 120: Picard Rant, Audio Apps & Love Light Bulbs from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.382806

Double Tap Canada sets its phasers to kill this week as Steven Scott kicks off the show with an angry rant about audio description. Was the lack of audio description in the much-anticipated show Pi...

Episode 124: Password Managers, Leaving Ava & Getting Pwned from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.376278

Unless your pets name is 40 characters long and contains punctuation, the chances are it isn’t the best choice for a password. This week’s Double Tap Canada takes a look at password managers and ho...

Episode 128: Audio Editing, Audio Conversion & Unrecognizable Face Masks from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.371227

Double Tap Canada is back, and following listener feedback from last week’s show, this week we’re diving into the world of audio. It seems there’s a lot of you out there who want to record your own...

Episode 129: Zoom Security, Smart Speaker Games & Hungry Hippos from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.370226

Double Tap Canada needs your help this week as the DTC team decide it’s time to get fit. We’re looking for your suggestions for accessible fitness apps, skills, gadgets etc.

Next, it’s on...

Episode 133: Hands On With The New iPhone SE, Pixel 4A Rumors & Keeping Track Of iOS 13.5 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.364888

In this week’s episode of Double Tap Canada, Steven, Shaun & Tim discuss, argue and laugh their way through this weeks tech news. But just what is distracting Steven?

First up, with Steve...

3D Audio Debate, Latest Narrator Updates & Steven In Hot Water from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.358747

Join Steven Scott, Shaun Preece & Tim Schwartz as they dive into all the latest tech news in this week’s episode of Double Tap Canada.

Following Microsoft’s Ability Summit, Steven wants to...

Episode 141: LIDAR Gets Deep, AIRA Comes to the UK, and Your Screen Reader Views from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.300375

In this week’s Double Tap Canada, Steven & Shaun are joined by a special, and somewhat mysterious, guest simply known as The Kayaker. As someone who has a long background in coding & development, h...

Episode 142: iPhone SE 2020 News & First Impressions of the New WeWalk Smart Cane from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.299323

Join Steven Scott, Shaun Preece & this weeks guest Shelly Brisbin in this latest episode of Double Tap Canada.

Firstly, the DTC team try to clear up some recent confusion regarding if som...

Episode 146: Tick Tock Trump, Send Audio Using Siri & Samsung Unpacked from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.291949

In what seems to be a re-occurring theme for Double Tap Canada, this week’s episode starts with a Steven Scott rant. But just what or who is he angry at now? It is non-other than President Trump. S...

Episode 150: Is Apple Deliberately Excluding Us from Software Development & The Amazon Halo, Exciting or Terrifying? from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.285813

Double Tap Canada is back, and the discussion is as heated as ever as the DTC team take a look at this week’s tech news.
There has been a lot of debate recently following the release of the fir...

Episode 154: What’s New from Google, New Bose Frames & Stevens Gigantic Head from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.279192

Special guest Ramya Amuthan joins the Double Tap Canada team this week as we take a look at all the latest & greatest tech news.

If you are one of the many people who loved the Bose AR Fra...

Episode 155: New Microsoft Hardware, Smart Homes & Sheds & Apple Predictions from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.277870

The DTC team kick off this weeks Double Tap Canada with a discussion on the new Surface Laptop Go & Surface Pro X hardware from Microsoft. There’s no denying that the Surface Laptop range has alway...

Episode 159: Smart Mugs, Google TV & What’s In Our Drawers from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.266226

Double Tap Canada is back for another look at all that’s great, or not, in the world of tech. We kick off with the news that Apple will be holding yet another event on November 10th. Titled the "On...

Episode 163: Double Tap Gift Guide from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.254214

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the geek in your life, look no further. In this week’s Double Tap Canada, we’re going to be giving are recommendations and opinions on some tech & gadgets...

Episode 166: Looking Back. Our Best Tech of 2020 from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.249664

As we say a less then fond farewell to 2020, Double Tap Canada takes a look at some of the tech highlights of the year. And Steven Scott, who has had his hands on every single tech gadget from t...

Episode 167: Seeing AI Gets Even Better, Audio Description for Everyone & Macs Can’t Game from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.248467

Welcome back to Double Tap Canada and what better way to kick off the new year then with an argument. Steven Scott & Marc Aflalo are excited about turning their Mac computers into gaming machines…b...

Episode 171: Gaming Rigs, Smart Lights & Annoying Mother-In-Laws from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.242491

We start this weeks Double Tap Canada with a plea for help from a confused Steven Scott. He’s still looking for a gaming rig to play his beloved truck driving game on but with so many options out t...

Episode 175: Dodgy Deliveries, Twitter Spaces, Talkback Update & Marc Drones On from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.237913

Double Tap Canada is back to talk tech but something is missing this week. Steven Scott is supposed to be off on holiday but can he really keep away from the show?

Unusually, it’s Shaun wh...

Episode 179: Apple WWDC, AfterShokz OpenComm Headset & Stevens Smelly Tech from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.194070

Double Tap Canada takes a trip back in time this week as Steven starts the show in a nostalgic mood. He’s managed to get his hands on an old piece of tech he used way back when he was at school. Wh...

Episode 180: Make Money with Clubhouse, The Tim Cook Interview & The Perky Tap-Dancing Duck from 2021-04-15T01:06:04.191836

Despite some of the DTC team feeling unwell due to a mixture of doughnuts & in your face trees, Double Tap Canada is back with this week’s tech news. First up, it’s a look at the recent interview w...

Episode 178: Apple Calls, Echo Buds Impressions & Testing Mother-In-Laws from 2021-03-26T02:08:33

Double Jab, sorry, I mean Double Tap Canada returns with another look at all that’s new in the world of tech. We take a look at an interesting new TV show from Apple that focuses on audio rather th...

Episode 177:What Happened to the HomePod, Flic Buttons & Annoying Robot Fingers from 2021-03-19T02:00

Double Tap Canada is back with a coffee fueled Steven Scott, an angry Marc Aflalo & Shaun Preece just trying to get a word in edgeways… With Apple announcing that it will no longer be producing the...

Episode 176: First Look at the Echo Show 10, The Queen Speaks on Android & Llamas in Pajamas from 2021-03-12T02:00

This weeks Double Tap Canada was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Well, nearly. We did in fact record live in the Club House app and we’d like to thank everyone who took part. It was gr...

Episode 174: Clubhouse, Instagram & Bad Teeth from 2021-02-26T04:19:11

After some shocking revelations about Steven’s teeth, it’s time for another episode of Double Tap Canada. This week, Steven has been taking a look at Instagram. This brings up the question Is a soc...

Episode 173: The Dog Ate My Internet, Star Link, Facebook & Smart Watches from 2021-02-19T02:00

Despite some technical issues involving a dog & a chewed ethernet cable, Steven Scott, Marc Aflalo & Shaun Preece are back to take a look at the latest tech news in another episode of Double Tap...

Episode 172: Hands Free Shoes, 3D Podcasts & Switching To Android from 2021-02-12T02:00

How else would an accessible tech show start but with a discussion about root canals and school butlers? Of course, It can only be Double Tap Canada.

First up for discussion is the controv...

Episode 100: Jaws For Kiosks, Amazon Robots & AR Glasses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

"Double Tap Canada reaches it's 100th episode this week so we'd like to say a massive thank you to the listeners and everyone who supports the show. Joining the Double Tap team this week we have ...

Episode 68: AITA Conference,, Tidal and new Google accessibility services from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Double Tap Canada is a man down this week as Tim Schwartz is off pretending to be Johnny Depp as he cruises around the Caribbean. Steven and Shaun call on JJ Meadows from Blind Bargains to help out...

Episode 62: Christmas Cheer and Bluetooth Trackers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Double Tap Canada is full of festive spirit this week as Steven warms our hearts with his views on the true meaning of Christmas, Shaun tells us how being visually impaired means you never have to ...

Episode 61: Listener mail, Daisy vs. Mp3, smart plugs and Microsoft webinars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Double Tap Canada is in trouble this week as a listeners email chastises the Double Tap team for their lack of knowledge when it comes to specialised technology. Can Steven, Shaun & Tim defend them...

Episode 60: Daisy Players, accessible Instagram and setting up multi-room speaker groups using Amazon Echo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Double Tap Canada team are back at full capacity this week as Steven Scott returns from his London trip full of tales of chance encounters with the Queen and disappearing apps on his iPhone. Af...

Episode 59:  Connecting Families initiative, accessibility improvements and Eyesfree Fitness is closing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tim Schwartz takes charge of Double Tap Canada this week as Steven Scott is off on assignment. Whatever that means... First up for discussion is the  ""Connecting Families"" initiative. A scheme t...

Episode 170: Loungewear, Underwear & Big Knobs from 2021-01-29T02:00

As an added bonus this week, not only are we diving into all the latest tech news but also Mr Steven Scott will be letting us know just what’s hot in fashion this season… Of course, Steven’s fas...

Episode 169: What’s New from Samsung, Password Problems & Steven’s New Pen Friend from 2021-01-22T02:00

Despite Steven trying to burn the studio to the ground last week, Double Tap Canada is back with another look at this week’s tech news. Marc will be diving into some of the new products unveiled at...

Episode 168: Big Tech & Trump, CES 2021 & Steven’s On Fire from 2021-01-15T03:07:04

As we see Trump banned from virtually all social media platforms, this weeks Double Tap Canada kicks off with a discussion around big tech, free speech, censorship & dis-information. Steven wants t...

Episode 165: Apple Talks Touch ID, Jaws 2021 Is Listening & Steven's Safe Word from 2020-12-18T02:00

Double Tap Canada is back to take a look at all the latest tech news of the week. Starting with a discussion around the news that Apple has been sending out surveys to some customers asking for ...

Episode 164: Air Pods Max, Echo Show & Tell & Steven Goes Retro from 2020-12-11T19:02:39

This week, Double Tap Canada takes a look at just what makes Apple's newly-released Air Pods Max headphones so interesting. Is it the high-end build quality & design, the dual H1 audio processors t...

Episode 162: Hands On with the New Mac Mini from 2020-11-27T15:23:55

The new generation of Apple Silicon Macs are here and according to the majority of reviewers, they do live up to Apples claims of cutting-edge performance & incredible battery life. In tests, peopl...

Episode 161: Accessibility & The New Generation of Game Consoles from 2020-11-19T18:54:10

As it seems the whole world is currently going crazy trying to get their hands on either the new PlayStation 5 or new XBOX Series consoles, this week’s Double Tap Canada takes a look at just what t...

Episode 160: Armed & Ready. The New Generation of Macs Are Here from 2020-11-13T02:58:34

What else could we at Double Tap Canada possibly talk about this week? Of course, it’s the “One More Thing” event from Apple. Tech journalist, author & podcaster Shelly Brisbin joins Steven, Marc &...

Episode 158: Focus on Facebook. The Oculus Quest 2 & The Facebook Portal from 2020-10-30T02:51:34

After a heartfelt and emotional plea from Steven Scott, this week’s Double Tap Canada kicks off with a dive into Facebook. No, not the social media aspect, we’re not looking to expand our friends l...

Episode 157: Surface Laptop Go Review, Speed Up Your Video Doorbell & Marc’s Sound Effects Fun from 2020-10-23T15:23:55

We kick off with a look at Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Go. This small, affordable laptop ticks a lot of boxes with its great design and reasonable specs, so why hasn’t Marc taken his out of the ...

Episode 156: The Apple iPhone & Homepod Event from 2020-10-16T03:42:20

The iPhone 12 is finally here, along with a new Homepod Mini. Should you be grabbing your credit card right now or should we wait for unlucky 13?

This week’s Double Tap Canada is all abou...

Episode 153: What’s New from Amazon & Your Questions Answered from 2020-09-25T18:28:05

This week Double Tap Canada returns to dive into the latest tech event of the season, and arguably, the most interesting event so far…

To mis-quote Tom Hanks, the Amazon Echo event is like...

Episode 152: Apple Event Breakdown from 2020-09-18T03:23:46

In this week’s Double Tap Canada, Steven Scott, Marc Aflalo & Shaun Preece take a look at just what was unveiled at the recent Apple event. With no sign of the iPhone 12, Air Tags or a new Homepod,...

Episode 151: Double Tap Goes Live from 2020-09-11T03:39:08

What could possibly go wrong? Well, quite literally anything so why not take a listen to the all-new Double Tap Canada, now totally live and uncut…
Marc Aflalo joins Steven Scott & Shaun Preece...

Episode 149: Aira Announcement Reactions, TalkBack To Add More Gestures & Tartan Face Masks from 2020-08-28T01:21

Just when you thought you had heard everything there was to say about face masks, Double Tap Canada is here and Steven has found one to get excited about. No, not his tartan face mask, but a mask w...

Episode 148: What’s New in E-Sight 4 & How Good is Google Look Out? from 2020-08-21T01:31

Double Tap Canada is joined by Jay Taylor this week as we take a look at the latest generation of the wearable video magnifier headset, the E-Sight 4. Jay has been helped greatly in the past by pre...

Episode 147: The Last of Us 2 & The Future of Accessible Gaming from 2020-08-14T01:30

Although the topic of accessible gaming has been discussed numerous times, its usually only focused around audio games for the smart phone or smart speaker. Well, this week Double Tap Canada is ask...

Episode 145: The Perfect Book Reader, Echo Skills & Removing Betas from 2020-07-31T01:29

Prepare yourselves as this week’s Double Tap Canada kicks off with a rant from an upset Steven Scott after he was placed on a company’s ‘vulnerable’ list because he is blind. Is he right to be upse...

Episode 144: The Perfect Braille Display, Custom Gestures & How to Install iOS Betas from 2020-07-24T01:58

It’s that time again, another hour of the latest tech discussion with the Double Tap Canada team. And talking of time, Steven thinks he may just have come up with a million-dollar idea for the perf...

Episode 143: The Perfect Keyboard, Goodbye Safari, Hello Edge & Heavy Pudding from 2020-07-17T01:32

Prepare for another hour of happy, coffee fueled tech talk as it’s time for another Double Tap Canada.

Steven’s credit card, and possibly marriage, feel the strain again as he’s been buyin...

Episode 140: Accessibility Highlights from the Apple WWDC 2020 Event from 2020-06-26T03:00

What else would Double Tap Canada be talking about this week? Yes, you may think you’ve heard everything there is about Apple’s recent Worldwide Developers conference, but the DTC team have been bu...

Episode 139: Amicis Social Media, Bose Woes & Shocking Narrator News from 2020-06-19T01:56

Brace yourselves for another hour of tech news & views in this week’s Double Tap Canada. With the upcoming release of a new social media platform just for people with disabilities, should Amicis be...

Episode 138: What’s The Use Of A Smart Watch & Key2Access, A Safer Way to Cross The Road from 2020-06-12T04:07:57

"Double Tap Canada kicks off this week with a seemingly simple question. “What do you use your smart watch for?” This should be easy to answer, so why is it Steven, Shaun & Jay Taylor have such a h...

Episode 136: Apple Glass Leaks, New Smart Cane Option & LED Light Love from 2020-05-29T03:04:25

This week’s Double Tap kicks off with Steven telling us all about his new home studio and his new love for LED light strips. But, just as with his big screen TV, surely, there can be no reason for ...

Episode 135: Big Screen Debate, Off the Peg Tech & Steven Goes Trucking Crazy from 2020-05-22T01:56

Double Tap is back with a fun packed episode as Steven, Shaun & J Taylor talk about just what tech is making them happy during these strange days.

Steven is so excited about his latest te...

Episode 134: The Future of Specialized Tech, Echo Buds & iOS Accessibility from 2020-05-15T02:34

In this episode of Double Tap Canada, Steven & Tim are joined by Shelly Brisbin to take a look at what’s new in tech this week. The show kicks off with a possibly controversial question, just what ...

Episode 132: Drone Deliveries, High End Headphones & Smart Watches from 2020-05-01T01:51

Marc Aflalo returns with Shaun Preece to talk tech in another episode of Double Tap Canada. That is, as long as they’re not taken off the air first….

Marc wants to talk about drones, but a...

Episode 131: Mac Mini Mishaps, Google Braille Keyboard & E Sports from 2020-04-24T01:10:54

Join Marc Aflalo & Shaun Preece as Double Tap Canada returns to take a look at what’s new in tech this week. Well, that is assuming Marc can quickly find a replacement computer…

The new iP...

Episode 130: New iPhone SE Announced, Android Confessions & Google Braille Keyboard from 2020-04-17T02:32

Just when you thought things couldn’t get any stranger, Double Tap TV’s Marc Aflalo joins Shaun Preece to host this week’s episode of the Double Tap Canada Radio Show. But before diving into this w...

Episode 127: LIDAR Love, Remote Desktops & Zoom from 2020-03-27T01:12

Brace yourselves. The Double Tap Canada team finally get around to the long promised, or should that be threatened, task of singing the A Team theme tune. And just when you thought things couldn’t ...

Episode 126: Self-Isolation & Envision Glasses from 2020-03-20T00:18

The Double Tap Canada team start this week’s episode in a slightly strange mood as they, like everyone else at the moment, try to make sense of exactly what’s going on in the world today. As self-i...

Episode 125: Aira, Beyond the Horizon & Live from C SUN from 2020-03-13T00:25

Steven, Shaun & Tim return to discuss, laugh & argue their way through this week’s tech news in another episode of Double Tap Canada.

With the recent announcement from Aira regarding the f...

Episode 123: All About Braille. Using A Braille Display & Braille Teaching Apps from 2020-02-28T01:51

Double Tap Canada goes all touchy feely this week as we focus on the importance of braille. The DTC team are joined by Rhonda Underhill-Gray from CNIB who shares her knowledge and experience of jus...

Episode 122: Talking To Browsers & Robo Guide Dogs from 2020-02-21T01:35

In this week’s Double Tap Canada, Shaun goes all Dr Dolittle and tries talking to his web browser. Is this the future of website interaction or is voice recognition still not good enough? Also, jus...

Episode 121: TV Themes, Unflipping Screens & Accessible Memes from 2020-02-14T16:28:50

Brace yourselves, Steven Scott has found a folder full of TV theme tunes and he's not afraid to use them. This week’s Double Tap Canada ain't getting on no plane, but we are looking at what’s new i...

Episode 119: Linked In, Narrator Guide and VPNs from 2020-01-31T01:39

This weeks episode of Double Tap Canada is driven by you, our much loved listeners, as the DTC team do their best to answer some interesting listener questions.

First up we have a question...

Episode 118: Sleep Tracking, Our Drawers and Exciting Windows 10 from 2020-01-24T02:00

Double Tap Canada is back with all the latest tech news. If it's a new gadget or app, you can bet that one of the team has either lost it, thrown it in a drawer or slept with it...

First ...

Episode 117: Self Driving Toasters, FlickType & Windows 7 from 2020-01-17T02:15

Marc Aflalo joins Shaun & Steven on this weeks Double Tap Canada to explain just why he missed CES2020, but Steven also has some explaining to do himself when Marc looks at his credit card bill. Listen

Episode 116: The Consumer Electronics Show 2020 Part 2 of 2 from 2020-01-10T02:10

Double Tap is at CES 2020 and Steven Scott is our man on the ground tracking down all the latest tech. If it's new, cool, interesting or even edible, he's all over it.

Part 2 of 2

Episode 116: The Consumer Electronics Show 2020 Part 1 of 2 from 2020-01-10T02:00

Double Tap is at CES 2020 and Steven Scott is our man on the ground tracking down all the latest tech. If it's new, cool, interesting or even edible, he's all over it.

Part 1 of 2
Listen

Episode 114: Our Favourite Tech Of 2019 from 2019-12-27T01:18

With tales of chicken fried rice for Christmas dinner, a cardboard box with fairy lights as a Christmas tree and no presents, it could only be Christmas at Double Tap Canada.

In this epis...

Episode 113: Chirp for Apple Watch, Finding The Insert Key & The Truth About Android from 2019-12-20T01:38

Happy Holidays from all of us at Double Tap! As we all get ready for the festivities, Steven, as ever, finds something to complain about when it comes to Christmas movies, Shaun treats himself to a...

Episode 112:Windows 7 Support, IOS 13 Update & Hidden Keys from 2019-12-13T01:35

Double Tap Canada is full of the Christmas spirit this week, well at least one of the team is. Steven is annoyed by yet another computer he has bought and Tim has had a close brush with the law. Listen

Episode 110: Carrots, Sticks & Salsa from 2019-11-29T01:22

Double Tap Canada looks at the topic of online accessibility this week specifically weather it’s better to force companies to make their services accessible through regulations or simply by educati...

Episode 109: TechShare Pro 2019 from 2019-11-22T01:48

Double Tap Canada is at the Google headquarters in London this week to cover the TechShare Pro 2019 event. With major tech companies such as Google, Apple and Lenovo in attendance, the TechShare Pr...

Episode 108: Health, Streaming Services & Tesla Travels from 2019-11-15T01:46

This weeks Double Tap Canada takes a look at health and how tech can help. Which is ironic as Steven is sick, Shaun is exhausted and Tim is having hot flushes. Is there any accessible tech out ther...

Episode 106: iOS 13.2 Thoughts, Apple TV+ & The Orbit 20 from 2019-11-01T00:58

"Double Tap Canada kicks off this week with a look at the latest update for iOS 13. What's been fixed and what's been broken and is it finally safe to take the dive and update your device? It's the...

Episode 105: Apps for Getting Around, A Win for Accessibility & iOS 13 from 2019-10-25T01:46

The Double Tap team return from their travels with a new found admiration for navigation apps. If you need to know where to get off the bus or where you can load up on doughnuts there’s an app that...

Episode 104: Steven In Canada & the Made By Google Event 2019 from 2019-10-18T01:56

While Tim Schwartz is off cruising the world, Double Tap Canada breaks new ground this week by, not only having Steven Scott host the show from Canada, but also having an actual real-life Canadian,...

Episode 103 : Microsoft Surface Event 2019 & iPhone SE2 Rumours from 2019-10-11T01:47

Double Tap Canada kicks off this weeks episode with some amazing breaking news... Steven Scott is going to the gym, and most shocking of all, he's enjoying it. He'll also tell us how his Apple Watc...

Episode 101: Amazon Fall Event 2019 from 2019-09-27T01:45

In an episode recorded directly after the Amazon Fall Event, Double Tap Canada takes a dive into the new devices and features that Amazon unveiled. That is, as long as the Double Tap team can remem...

Episode 99: Apple Event 2019 from 2019-09-13T01:05

Double Tap Canada dives into the Apple Event this week, well, that is, as soon as Steven finishes his sandwiches...

First up is Apple TV. This video streaming service will be available on ...

Episode 97: Bad Batteries, Smart Locks & Android 10 Accessibility from 2019-08-30T02:00

In this week's Double Tap Canada, Steven tells us about possible battery problems in some 2015 Mac Books, Tim gets excited about a smart padlock, and Shaun looks at accessibility features in Androi...

Episode 96: New Amazon Echo Features and Free Aira Calls from 2019-08-23T01:11

This weeks Double Tap Canada kicks off with Tim revealing a new Amazon Echo feature he's found or could it be that his Echo is just drunk?

Then it's a discussion regarding the news from Ai...

Episode 95: Microsoft, Samsung & 3D Printing Beyonce from 2019-08-16T01:38

Double Tap is back to full health this week as Steven Scott returns, and together with Shaun Preece & Tim Schwartz, the Double Tap team discuss all things tech. But first, Steven needs to give his ...

Episode 92: Jeff Thompson of Blind Abilities and Steven reviews the Sunu Band from 2019-07-26T01:09

The Double Tap Canada team are joined this week by Jeff Thompson from Blind Abilities, who answers the burning questions from Shaun, Steven & Tim regarding the recent NFB convention. Everything fro...

Episode 91: Bose AR Frames Update and Listener Experiences from 2019-07-19T01:39

In space, no one can hear you scream. Which is lucky as this weeks Double Tap Canada kicks off with the unique singing voices of Steven, Shaun & Tim as they pay tribute to the 50th anniversary of t...

Episode 90: Accessible Tech Conferences from 2019-07-12T02:00

The Double Tap Canada team brace themselves as in the first half of the show they dive into listener emails.

With discussion ranging from 10 years of Voice-Over, why the team 'prattle' on...

Episode 88: VoiceOver Anniversary from 2019-06-28T02:00

This week, Steven Scott and Tim Schwartz celebrate 10 years of VoiceOver on the iPhone. Plus the guys give their thoughts on Microsoft’s Soundscape app which has just launched in Canada.

Episode 87: Steven's Narrator Backlash and Listener Emails from 2019-06-21T01:28

Double Tap Canada is under fire this week as a listener calls in to bring Steven Scott to task over his promotion of Microsoft Narrator.
She argues that, in most cases Narrator is not fully fea...

Episode 86: Screen Reader Showdown from 2019-06-14T01:21

Tim Schwartz steps in as host again this week as Steven Scott goes into hiding after a listener brings him to task over his love of Narrator. But don't worry, he can run, but he can't hide... Well,...

Episode 84: Apple Developer Conference, Voiceover Tips and Fan Mail from 2019-05-31T01:24

Steven Scott returns to the comfy chair this week as he hosts Double Tap Canada, but can he be trusted not to break anything or get drunk?

The team kick off with a discussion of what we c...

Episode 83: Microsoft Paint becomes accessible and SuperSense from 2019-05-24T01:05

Tim Schwartz takes the big chair this week as he hosts Double Tap Canada and tries to control Steven and Shaun as they discuss, argue and laugh their way through this weeks tech news. First up is t...

Episode 82 Global Accessibility Awareness Day and the Google Pixel 3 from 2019-05-17T01:48

Double Tap Canada celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day with a discussion on what it actually means and what is it for? Also covered is Shauns experience with his new Pixel 3 and the Androi...

Episode 79: Samsung's folding smartphone from 2019-04-26T01:43

Tim returns to Double Tap Canada this week as the team discuss whats new in the world of tech. Is the news of Samsungs folding smart phone being delayed due to screen failure really that funny and ...

Episode 78: Voice Dream Scanner vs Kurzweil 1000 from 2019-04-19T02:00

With Tim Schwartz away on yet another holiday, sorry, vacation, it’s left to Steven Scott & Shaun Preece to take charge of this weeks Double Tap Canada. What could possibly go wrong?

Cont...

Episode 77: Scanning apps and Stephen's nagging Apple Watch Issue from 2019-04-12T01:26

Double Tap Canada looks into scanning apps this week with Tim review N Vision on iOS. This leads nicely into a friendly arguement over what is specialised software and how to you cut your grass? Listen

Episode 75: CSUN 2019 and Apple Showtime from 2019-03-29T00:41

Double Tap Canada kicks off this episode with guest J J Meadow from Blind Bargains giving us a run down of CSUN 2019. Is there anything there to get excited about and are the hotels really shrinkin...

Episode 74 Samsung Galaxy S10, Apple Airpods 2 and Listener e-mails from 2019-03-22T00:52

While Shaun Preece is having his ideal vacation, which for him is rewiring the studio, Double Tap Canada kicks off this week with Steven Scott & Tim Schwartz discussing Steven's latest tech purchas...

Episode 73: Bose Frames AR from 2019-03-15T01:00

"Double Tap Canada kicks off this weeks show with a talk about the Bose Frames AR glasses. Tim has been drooling over these since he first heard of them and now he has finally got them, and more im...

Episode 70: Audio Games and Samsung 2019 from 2019-02-25T17:43:18

Double Tap Canada returns this week with a discussion on audio games. Tim Schwartz and Shaun Preece take a look at Microsofts Ear Hockey, Blindfold Bobsleigh and Golden Gun. After growing up playin...

Episode 68: The accesibility of cruises and NuEye E2 from 2019-02-15T01:59

Tim Schwartz takes the helm of Double Tap Canada this week as we take a look at travel and tech. We talk with John Heald, the brand Ambassador for Carnival Cruises, about what technology and provis...

Episode 66: technology and the cane, bluetooth headsets and dark modes from 2019-01-25T02:00

Steven Scott, Shaun Preece & Tim Schwartz bring you whats new in tech this week with another episode of Double Tap Canada. Kicking off the discussion, Steven asks if adding technology to a long can...

Episode 65: Entry Level Smart Speakers, Microsoft Accessibility and Tims Bits from 2019-01-18T00:59

Double Tap Canada kicks off this weeks episode with Smart speakers. And no, that's definitely not a description of the hosts...
Shaun Preece has a deep dive into the Google Home Mini and the E...

Episode 64: CES, Accessible Tech and Apple TV on Samsung TVs from 2019-01-11T01:05

Double Tap Canada takes a look at the Consumer Electronics Show 2019 this week which leads Shaun daring to ask the question ""Why should I care as a visually impaired person?""

Well, the ...