These short top tips and skills for the Amazon Echo are for everyone who’s simply dotty about Alexa. Your host is Robin Christopherson - with frequent appearances by Shaun Preece and other friends.
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Wondering what wonderful things you can do with your Echo? Well, wander no more as you've stumbled across the perfect place to find out. Why not join Shaun Preece and Robin Christopherson as they select, demo and rate several Alexa skills every single week 👍
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Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are or how much or how little experience you have with technology. Each week the team will help you better understand how technology can help your everyday life, even if you have little or no sight.
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What does it mean to be a truly Soulful Leader? Hear conversations and interviews with Business Leaders, Leadership and Organisational Development practitioners and some of the worlds Leading academics in the field, as we explore the answer to this question, uncovering the nature of Soulful Leadership, and all that it entails.
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A Window Into Windows With Robin Christopherson
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined once again by Robin Christopherson to discuss various aspects of using Outlook, focusing on accessibility features, keyboard shortcuts, and tips for navigating the email and calendar functionalities. They explore common challenges faced by users, particularly those relying on screen reader…
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In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down the biggest accessibility stories from CES 2025 in Las Vegas! We’re joined by Anat Nulman, an expert in assistive technology and founder of Assistive.Consulting, who shares her insights into AI-powered mobility devices, smart home tech, and groundbreaking wearables designed for blind a…
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Amazing facts about amazing Amazonian warrioresses, but I'm also very confused… 😕 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so …
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Apple’s iPhone 16E, Google Lens Updates & The Humane AI Pin Disaster
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56:00In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece react to Apple’s latest product launch: the iPhone 16E. Is this just a rebranded iPhone SE 4, or is Apple shifting its budget strategy? We break down what’s new, including the A18 chip, C1 modem, 48MP camera, and the loss of MagSafe and Touch ID. Also, in tech news: Google Lens gets powerful new …
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Want to know how to safely clean your phone screen, change a tyre on a slope or pluck your eyebrows pain-free? WikiHow has the expert, step-by-step guides to help. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also s…
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CSUN 2025, BlindShell Classic 3 Review & Apple’s Upcoming Launch
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55:59In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece deliver their highly anticipated review of the BlindShell Classic 3, the latest accessible smartphone for blind users. Joined by Michael Babcock, they dive into the pros and cons of the device, from its tactile buttons and new AI assistant Luna, to third-party app support and surprising speaker q…
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DTD2933: A-lady, give me an easy dinner recipe
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5:02Today we revisit how useful #❤️Alexa is for all things cooking-related. We also find out that the excellent Recipedia skill is now RIP 🍳🪦 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap…
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Let's revisit those cuddly Clangers and the friendly Soup Dragon to see what's new 🐷🌕 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing…
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Bit of a weird one today 📖🗡️😕 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so and become an official Dot to Dot 🌟 Why not check ou…
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Last covered over 800 episodes ago and by Vocala - those truly prolific providers of quality skills - today's superb selection is a must for everyone who wants to gen up on the highway code. Really great sound-effects too. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 P…
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Your Questions Answered With Michael Babcock
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56:00Today on the show, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Michael Babcock to answer listener questions about accessible technology. They discuss the best smart speakers, how to access hands-on tech for the blind, recommend accessible calendar apps, and provide insights on accessible televisions. There are also questions on the usability …
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DTD2929: Asking the A-lady for romantic jokes and songs
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3:32It's Valentines Day, so let's see what the lovely A-lady has to offer 🌹🌹 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so and becom…
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Having trouble coming up with an activity for date night? Ask Date Jar to pick an idea for you, you can select from dates based on cost or categories like romantic, adventurous or at home dates. Or have Alexa pick a date for you at random Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on…
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In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece tackle Meta Ray-Bans’ missing AI features, the ongoing iPhone SE 4 speculation, and whether the new Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds are true AirPods Pro killers. Plus, we discuss the real state of accessibility training in 2025—do we need national centers for blind tech training? And listener Mike share…
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DTD2927: CKBK and the A-lady's built-in recipe function
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6:53Recommended by friend of the show Adrian on X, this is not just another community recipe collection but actual published recipe books from http://www.CKBK.com. Membership required, but there's a free trial available. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcast…
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Setting Up A New iPhone, The State Of Wearables In 2025 & Steven Buys A Thing
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56:00In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the state of wearables in 2025, the mainstream success of Meta Ray-Bans, and Steven’s thoughts on switching to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. We welcome tech evangelist Robert Scoble to discuss the rise of AI-powered glasses, the future of augmented reality, and how Apple Vision Pro stacks up aga…
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DTD2926: Romantic Date Ideas and Dating Facts
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4:30From daring date ideas to top dating tips - we've got your back this Valentine's Day 🌹. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doi…
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The Future of AI Wearables & UK Government’s Privacy Battle
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56:00In today’s Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the latest in accessible tech and privacy concerns. We discuss the UK government’s controversial request for Apple to provide backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, with tech journalist Will Guyatt breaking down the implications. Next, we welcome Kapsys CEO Aram Hekimian to introduce…
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Welcome to a whirlwind of speedy delivery startups brought to us by those fab guys of Knight Manager and Lemonade Stand fame; Krögoor Entertainment. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show…
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Last covered nearly 500 episodes ago, this fab workout skill will oh-so-gradually turn you into the perfect human specimen 💪 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://g…
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Did you know that, contrary to common concensus, toast more often falls butter-side up and cats only have 8 lives? Actually I just made those up, but today's skill (last covered over 500 episodes ago) is full of that sort of myth-busting goodness. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a …
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Agiga’s EchoVision Glasses & WikiTrip Is App Of The Week
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the innovative EchoVision glasses from Agiga and listener emails delve into the broader implications of artificial vision technology and the attitudes from within the blind community of such technologies. Our main story today focuses on the Agiga EchoVision glasses. Shaun speaks to the CEO an…
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The amazing Joe Chite is back to bring us a reprise of a really sound skill 👂😀 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so and…
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Amazon Event Coming Up, Be My Eyes Updates & WhatsApp Gets OpenAI Features
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56:00Today on Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest technology news, focusing on Amazon's upcoming products and services event scheduled for February 26th, the new features from Be My Eyes in their winter update, and the collaboration between OpenAI and WhatsApp that will bring new features to the messaging app. The discussion als…
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Have you ever wondered what dinosaur you would be if you were born 200 million years ago? Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider d…
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Seeing AI Gets New Interface, Apple Launches ‘Invites’ App & New Home Inaccessibility
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56:00Today on Double Tap, the conversation covers recent updates in AI technology and accessibility features, focusing on Seeing AI's new interface, Apple's new ‘Invites’ app, Microsoft Power Toys, and Sonos's new streaming player coming soon. The hosts discuss the implications of these updates for users, particularly in the context of accessibility and…
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Today's skill is also a sweet selection of game goodness in one perfectly-proportioned package 📦 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please con…
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Tapestry Combines Social Media, Podcasts & YouTube In One App
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56:00In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the launch of Tapestry, a new app designed to consolidate social media feeds, podcasts, and more into one easy, accessible platform. They interview Gedeon Mayheux from The IconFactory, who shares insights on the app's development, its Kickstarter success, and the importance …
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There's now even more great game goodness than ever in one perfect package 📦 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so and b…
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Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore various topics, including the new subscription model for AppleCare Plus, updates to iCloud, and the user experience of the Amazon app. They also dive into the inbox which covers assistive listening devices for those with hearing loss, the challenges of social interactions, and the pros and co…
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DTD2918: Tiger Hunt (and an update on Obey Me)
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7:13Today's skill is slightly strange but with good sound effects so well worth getting your teeth into 🐅 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - pleas…
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Friend of the show, Hao Wen, is back to bring us another sumptuous skill of sublime sonic satisfaction... I can only apologise 🤦 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https…
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Last covered over 500 episodes ago, can Shaun avoid the raptors and help this clever girl escape the island? 😱 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodo…
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Kapsys Announce New Wearable & Talking Tuner Is App Of The Week
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest advancements in wearable technology for the blind people, focusing in particular on a new product from French company Kapsys. In the news today they also discuss the GA Conf Awards, which recognizes efforts in game accessibility, and they talk about Blazie’s new integration of Chat…
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DTD2915: Asking the A-lady for a tutorial and the meaning of her lights
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3:45Today we're revisiting two really useful tips that were last covered positively oodles of episodes ago. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - ple…
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In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest updates to PiccyBot, an app designed to bring videos to life with audio description using AI, as well as listen to more of your emails. Emails bring up the challenges and advancements in assistive technology, including the integration of smart glasses and the implications of the 3G n…
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Last covered over 1400 episodes ago and mentioned in last week's newsletter from Amazon, this one might just help you kick the habit (if you have one) 🛑👍 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the…
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Your Feedback: Oko App Subscription, The End For Meta’s Portal & Who Is Mr F?
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56:00In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece engage in a lively discussion about various topics, including their favorite TV shows, the challenges of managing listener emails, and a deep dive into the Oko app's subscription model. Listener emails cover user expectations when it comes to paid apps, the importance of maintaining…
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Last coverd over 700 episodes ago, enter into a compelling choice of interactive storyscapes with today's skill. Will it be the book of fire, earth or water that selects the start of your quest? 📖 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on T…
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DeepSeek Shakes Silicon Valley, Google Accessibility Updates & Make Your Own Talking
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss various topics including the recent storm in the UK, the emergence of a new AI competitor, DeepSeek, and its implications for the AI industry. They also address accessibility issues with the Apple Watch and the ongoing challenges faced by the NFB in improving Facebook's accessibility for user…
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Wow! Crack any anagram or max out your Scrabble tile potential with today's simple skill 👍 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider …
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Braille’s Link To Literacy & Employment & Changing AirTag Batteries
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss various topics including the ongoing debate about Braille literacy and its correlation with employment, innovative training solutions for the blind, and how to change the batteries in Apple AirTags. There’s also a lively discussion on various themes surrounding leadership in blindness organis…
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Today's skill serves up a swift, if somewhat random, dollop of local news headlines 📰 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing…
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Shaun's back with a skill to twist our brains into a sort of stress ball in a smoothy-maker scenario 🧠 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - plea…
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Friend of the show, Hao Wen, is back to bring us a sumptuous skill of sublime sonic satisfaction... I can only apologise 🤦 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glo…
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Trump Announces Major AI Infrastructure Plan & App Of The Week
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56:00Today on Double Tap, Steven and Shaun discuss the recent announcement by Donald Trump regarding a significant investment in AI infrastructure in the US. They explore the implications of this investment on climate change, the ongoing debate about the balance between technological advancement and environmental concerns, and the future of AI integrati…
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Last covered over 1300 episodes ago, I think this skill's just swell. Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/dottodot - please consider doing so and become a…
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Samsung S25 Revealed, Meta’s New Smart Glasses Partner & Spotify Audio Courses
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56:00Today on the show, Steven and Shaun are joined by Marc Aflalo, host of YourTechReport on SiriusXM, to discuss the Samsung Unpacked event, focusing on the launch of the Galaxy S25 and its features. They explore the iterative nature of smartphone upgrades, the role of AI in enhancing user experience, and the integration of smart devices in everyday l…
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We last looked at this skill over 800 episodes ago, so fancy warping some voids? Space Commander Shaun Preece does 🚀 Feedback, comments, demos pleas to ✉️ [email protected] 👍 Do tell your friends, leave us a review on iTunes (ok, 🍏 Podcasts) or follow us on Twitter with #DTDPodYou can also support the show with a tap at https://glow.fm/d…
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Accessible Home Security Options & Creating Content Easily
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56:00Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the evolving landscape of accessible content creation and home security solutions. They explore the barriers to entry for content creators, the importance of technology in connecting with loved ones, and the affordability and accessibility of smart home devices, particularly focusing on Blink…
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