Talking Kitchen Aids, AI Navigation & Smart Braille Displays: Sight Village Revisited Part 1

Discover the latest in accessible tech from Sight Village, including the innovative KapX navigation headset, the Synapptic smart watch, the dual talking air fryer from Cobolt, and advanced Braille solutions like the Activator display. Learn how these devices are empowering blind and low vision users with independence, safety, and practical everyday tools. We’re excited to share an exclusive treat for Double Tap listeners! As we prepare bring you full coverage of Sight Village taking place in London, England on 18–19 November, our friends at Sight and Sound Technology are giving you a special Double Tap discount across a huge range of products.Whether you’re shopping Black Friday deals or browsing anything else on the site, use the code DoubleTap at checkouton the Sight and Sound Technology website and you’ll receive free delivery on your order — no exceptions, no minimums. Shop now: https://www.sightandsound.co.ukSteven Scott and Shaun Preece revisit highlights from Sight Village, featuring interviews with leading accessible tech innovators. Aram from Kapsys demonstrates the KapX headset, a self-contained AI navigation device that uses 3D sound to guide users safely through urban environments without cloud connectivity.Mary McMahon from Synapptic discusses the Synapptic smart watch, its light and plus models, and their popular USB book player designed for offline audiobook access.Jason from Vision Aid Technologies showcases the Activator Braille display with dual input options - QWERTY and Perkins, AI document summarisation via the VoxiVision mobile phone device, as well as practical barcode scanning features.Finally, Simon from Cobalt Systems introduces the dual talking air fryer and the redesigned talking microwave, blending accessibility with modern kitchen convenience.Relevant LinksKapsys KapX: https://www.kapsys.com/en/produit/kapx-2/Cobalt Systems: https://cobolt.co.ukSynaptic: https://www.synaptic.comVision Aid Technologies: https://www.visionaid.co.ukSight & Sound Technology: https://www.sightandsound.co.uk ----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.