Steve Wozniak on Apple’s 50 Years, Accessibility, and the Future of Tech

Explore 50 years of Apple innovation with Steve Wozniak, co‑founder of Apple. From the Apple I and II to the iPhone and beyond, Wozniak shares untold stories, his views on accessibility, and the future of personal tech. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece celebrate Apple’s 50th anniversary with an extended conversation with Steve Wozniak. Wozniak reflects on the early days of Apple, his passion for making technology accessible and affordable, and the revolutionary impact of the Apple II on gaming and home computing. He discusses universal access, the rise of VoiceOver, and how tech empowers blind and visually impaired users. Woz also speaks candidly about privacy, ownership of digital media, AI, and the shift from personal computing to cloud‑based services. He shares personal anecdotes about the Homebrew Computer Club, his approach to invention, face blindness, and how near‑death experiences shaped his life. The episode ends with reflections on the Mac Pro’s discontinuation, the rise of the MacBook Neo, and where Apple is headed next. ----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.