On today’s episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle big questions around digital access, legacy tech support, and the future of computing for blind and low vision users.
The episode opens with breaking news: WhatsApp has officially dropped support for iPhones that can't run iOS 15.1. This has serious implications for blind users and community organizations that rely on donated older iPhones to connect people through messaging. Steven and Shaun explore the broader digital divide and why it’s becoming harder for people with vision loss to stay connected in an increasingly online world.
Later, the duo shares a game-changing accessibility tip from friend of the show Sean Randall, who uses a standard label printer combined with Seeing AI's short text feature to make food and plug labeling more inclusive. It’s a low-cost alternative to expensive Braille or NFC labeling systems and sparks a wider conversation about simple tech hacks that have big impact.
In the second half, Greg Hayes returns to discuss Windows on ARM. Steven shares his experience running ARM-based Windows in a virtual machine and the compatibility issues he faced with scanner drivers and legacy hardware. Greg explains the benefits and trade-offs of the ARM platform—including battery life, speed, and application support—and how the industry is transitioning from Intel to more efficient ARM architectures. Is now the time to go all-in on ARM? The panel explores the risks, rewards, and practical advice for blind users navigating this shift.

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Can you really manage diabetes accessibly as a blind user? In this powerful episode, Shaun dives into the search for an accessible blood glucose monitor—and gets an eye-opening response from Tess Lockton, a visually impaired parent of a child with type 1 diabetes. From the frustrating reality of so-called “talking monitors” to the pros and cons of continuous glucose monitors like Dexcom and Libre, Tess shares hard-earned insights every listener needs to hear.

Also in this episode: Steven and Shaun talk Eero mesh networks, gigabit internet, and Sky Glass, before diving into your feedback on navigation tech, including a thoughtful message about GPS and accessibility from listener Doug.

[Episode Summary]
Shaun shares his struggles managing type 2 diabetes as a blind person and kicks off a deeper conversation about accessible diabetes tools. Listener Tess Lockton joins to discuss raising a child with type 1 diabetes while visually impaired—and how the tech designed to help often falls short. She breaks down her experiences with Dexcom and Libre systems, the challenges of getting accurate readings, and why even the best tech solutions still leave accessibility gaps.

Meanwhile, Steven updates his home setup with Sky Glass and talks through the accessibility differences between SkyQ and the new system. The duo also nerd out over mesh networking and smart speakers—and highlight new listener feedback on GPS tech like StellarTrek and the missed potential of Soundscape-style navigation.

[Chapters]
0:00 – Shaun’s glucose journey begins
3:40 – Weekend updates: Eero mesh fixes and gigabit drama
9:55 – Sky Glass, audio description, and setup accessibility
18:10 – Double Tap’s new newsletter partnership with Mindvault
22:04 – Listener Tess Lockton joins to talk accessible diabetes tech
24:20 – Living through diagnosis and hospital mishandling
31:05 – Dexcom vs Libre: pros, cons, and accessibility flaws
40:15 – Finger-prick demo: Why even “accessible” monitors fail
52:10 – The hidden costs and pressure of using inaccessible tools
56:30 – Final advice and offers of help from Tess

[Relevant Links]
Double Tap Newsletter: https://doubletaponair.com/subscribe
Nexus Voice Talking Blood Glucose Monitor: https://www.glucorx.co.uk/shop/nexus-voice-meter/
Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring: https://www.dexcom.com
Freestyle Libre 3 System: https://www.freestyle.abbott/en-ca/products/what-is-free-style-libre.html
RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People): https://www.rnib.org.uk

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Steven and Shaun kick off with a fun Friday vibe and plenty of listener emails to explore tech quirks, from weak Bluetooth signals to TikTok’s accessibility challenges. Listeners share mixed experiences using TikTok with VoiceOver and ask whether blind creators truly manage without sighted assistance. Steven breaks down the pros and limitations of the latest StellarTrek update, including access to text-based newspapers and magazines— finally offering a satisfying reading experience for blind users.

The hosts also reflect on recent power grid outages across Europe and discuss the risks of overreliance on renewable energy without adequate backup systems. Later, they respond to listener Charles’s compelling question: “If you could have one blind-related support service on demand for life, what would it be?” The answers range from on-call O&M specialists to always-available drivers and Aira agents.
Additional topics include over-the-counter hearing aids, USB-C powered electric shavers, tips for retraining Siri, and the broader implications of accessibility tech in a changing world.

[Chapters]
0:00 – Friday vibes and Bluetooth tech fails
2:58 – Spain and Portugal power outages & renewables debate
6:02 – StellarTrek reader update and new Victor Reader features
13:42 – TikTok accessibility feedback from listeners
20:59 – Blind content creation and sighted assistance
30:39 – What accessibility service would you want for life?
40:27 – Exploring with Aira and missing out on the world
48:13 – Over-the-counter hearing aids & shaver recommendations
52:48 – Retraining Siri for better voice recognition
54:46 – Final thoughts and what’s coming Monday

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