Listen "Android 15 Brings Better Braille Support, Microsoft and Apple Battle For Best Performance & More Voice Dream Reader Comments"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into a significant update for Android users, specifically around Braille display compatibility.
Matthew Horspool from the Braillists Foundation joins the conversation to break down the technicalities and implications of Android 15's beta release, which promises HID support for Braille displays. This development is poised to make a wide range of Braille devices more accessible to Android users, addressing long-standing compatibility issues and potentially transforming the experience for visually impaired Android enthusiasts.
The episode also features a roundup of other tech news, presented by Grace Scoffield. Highlights include Waymap's impressive funding round to expand its navigation solutions, Roku's new certification requirements to boost accessibility, and speculation around Microsoft's ARM laptops potentially outperforming Apple's M3 MacBook Air. The segment wraps up with a nostalgic look back at the release of Windows 3.1, marking a significant milestone in computing history.
Listeners contribute to the episode with thoughtful feedback on various topics, including the recent controversy surrounding Voice Dream Reader's subscription model changes and suggestions for micro Bluetooth devices to enhance the usability of devices like the Victor Reader Stream 2.
Keep in touch by emailing us [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us on social media. Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website
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Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap
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Matthew Horspool from the Braillists Foundation joins the conversation to break down the technicalities and implications of Android 15's beta release, which promises HID support for Braille displays. This development is poised to make a wide range of Braille devices more accessible to Android users, addressing long-standing compatibility issues and potentially transforming the experience for visually impaired Android enthusiasts.
The episode also features a roundup of other tech news, presented by Grace Scoffield. Highlights include Waymap's impressive funding round to expand its navigation solutions, Roku's new certification requirements to boost accessibility, and speculation around Microsoft's ARM laptops potentially outperforming Apple's M3 MacBook Air. The segment wraps up with a nostalgic look back at the release of Windows 3.1, marking a significant milestone in computing history.
Listeners contribute to the episode with thoughtful feedback on various topics, including the recent controversy surrounding Voice Dream Reader's subscription model changes and suggestions for micro Bluetooth devices to enhance the usability of devices like the Victor Reader Stream 2.
Keep in touch by emailing us [email protected] or call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us on social media. 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.
"Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.
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