From Audiobooks to Ad Blockers: Tech Stories from the Double Tap Community

Steven surprises Shaun with his first-ever audiobook review before diving into frustrations with WhatsApp beta and Shaun’s exploration of NVDA add-on development. Listener Kerry shares excitement (and disappointment) over the Oakley/Meta smart glasses partnership and the lack of wraparounds, sparking a lively discussion on design and accessibility.Kevin writes in about his “charmed life” using Thunderbird, Jarte, and OpenShell instead of mainstream Microsoft apps—leading to a candid debate on Outlook, WordPad nostalgia, and alternatives for blind users. Trevor from Australia raises an important question on accessible outdoor GPS tech for kayaking and water navigation, prompting Steven and Shaun to call on the Double Tap community for ideas.New listener Donald from Oklahoma City asks the big question: Mac or PC for screen reader users? The hosts share decades of experience comparing JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver on Mac. Callum explains how Pi-hole works as a network-level ad blocker and the security trade-offs of browser extensions, while George from South Africa demos Bitwarden, a free open-source password manager that wins Steven and Shaun’s approval.Chapters00:00 – Intro and banter01:00 – Steven’s first audiobook experience04:30 – Shaun vs. WhatsApp beta and NVDA add-ons10:50 – Listener Kerry on Oakley smart glasses18:30 – Meta Ray-Bans and wraparound alternatives18:50 – NVDA and Microsoft Outlook frustrations27:30 – Kevin’s “charmed life” with Thunderbird and OpenShell33:30 – Trevor on accessible outdoor GPS for kayaking35:00 – Listener Donald: Mac vs. PC with screen readers45:00 – Callum on Pi-hole ad blocking52:00 – George demos Bitwarden password manager56:00 – Closing thoughts ----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.