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Apple Event 2024 Preview, Assistive Tech Talk, and the Evolution of Accessibility
Manage episode 438921935 series 1429854
In this episode of Your Tech Report, Marc Aflalo and special guest Steven Scott dive into all things Apple ahead of the highly anticipated September 9th event. They discuss the expected release of the iPhone 16, potential updates to AirPods Pro, and speculate about Apple Intelligence. Steven, host of Double Tap, shares his unique perspective on the evolution of assistive technology and how it empowers the blind and low vision community. From personal anecdotes about their history with Apple products to discussing the impact of AI on accessibility, this episode covers a wide range of topics tech enthusiasts will love.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:33 The Focus of Double Tap
06:42 Steven's Love for Apple Products
09:06 Expectations for Apple's Event
13:18 Improving Siri and Integrating Intelligence Features
15:04 Google's Advancements in the Tech Industry
17:08 The Need for Better Marketing and Education
Takeaways
- Double Tap is a podcast that focuses on the intersection of tech and accessibility for people with disabilities.
- Steven Scott is a big fan of Apple products and has been using them since the 90s.
- Improving Siri and integrating intelligence features seamlessly into Apple devices is crucial for enhancing user experience.
- Apple's upcoming event is highly anticipated, and there are expectations for new products and updates.
- Google is also making strides in the tech industry, particularly with their Pixel devices.
- There is a need for better marketing and education about the features and capabilities of Apple devices.
- The future of AI in Apple devices lies in knitting together various functionalities and providing seamless experiences.
Follow Marc Aflalo on social media @marcaflalo.
Follow Steven Scott on social media @blindguytech.
Check out Double Tap on YouTube.
Check out Access Tech Live on YouTube.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
523 episodes
Manage episode 438921935 series 1429854
In this episode of Your Tech Report, Marc Aflalo and special guest Steven Scott dive into all things Apple ahead of the highly anticipated September 9th event. They discuss the expected release of the iPhone 16, potential updates to AirPods Pro, and speculate about Apple Intelligence. Steven, host of Double Tap, shares his unique perspective on the evolution of assistive technology and how it empowers the blind and low vision community. From personal anecdotes about their history with Apple products to discussing the impact of AI on accessibility, this episode covers a wide range of topics tech enthusiasts will love.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:33 The Focus of Double Tap
06:42 Steven's Love for Apple Products
09:06 Expectations for Apple's Event
13:18 Improving Siri and Integrating Intelligence Features
15:04 Google's Advancements in the Tech Industry
17:08 The Need for Better Marketing and Education
Takeaways
- Double Tap is a podcast that focuses on the intersection of tech and accessibility for people with disabilities.
- Steven Scott is a big fan of Apple products and has been using them since the 90s.
- Improving Siri and integrating intelligence features seamlessly into Apple devices is crucial for enhancing user experience.
- Apple's upcoming event is highly anticipated, and there are expectations for new products and updates.
- Google is also making strides in the tech industry, particularly with their Pixel devices.
- There is a need for better marketing and education about the features and capabilities of Apple devices.
- The future of AI in Apple devices lies in knitting together various functionalities and providing seamless experiences.
Follow Marc Aflalo on social media @marcaflalo.
Follow Steven Scott on social media @blindguytech.
Check out Double Tap on YouTube.
Check out Access Tech Live on YouTube.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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