Feedback: AI Companionship vs Human Connection

This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe!Should blind users trust AI for companionship, and how does tech shape our human connections? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle your emails on AI sexting, social media, and the quirks of iOS 26 — from custom ringtones to Mail app frustrations.In this lively Double Tap episode, Steven and Shaun dive into listener feedback that sparks a deep conversation about AI intimacy, technology’s role in human connection, and the social impacts of digital companionship. Hetty shares her concerns about AI sexting and the risks of forming emotional attachments to machines. The hosts debate generational attitudes toward relationships and whether AI can provide meaningful companionship without replacing real human interaction. They explore social media’s polarising effects, accountability for online behaviour, and the illusion of “perfect lives” on Instagram. Tech talk includes iOS 26’s new ringtone feature, Mail app attachment woes, smart glasses updates, and accessible live TV solutions — with listeners sharing creative hacks for over-the-air streaming and even a hunt for tactile jigsaw puzzles. Practical advice is given for blind academics choosing between Windows on ARM and Mac, with insights into JAWS compatibility and productivity for large Word documents. ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted 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 pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.