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 shares his frustrations about people misunderstanding white canes in public.
Don’t miss this episode filled with tech news, accessibility insights, and plenty of Double Tap banter!
🔥 In This Episode:
✔️ Meta Ray-Bans AI Features Blocked in the UK? – What’s going on?
✔️ iPhone SE 4 Rumors – Is it actually launching this week?
✔️ Powerbeats Pro 2 vs. AirPods Pro – Which is better for accessibility?
✔️ Are Blind Tech Training Centers Needed? – The debate continues.
✔️ Public Perception of the White Cane – Do people still not understand?
✔️ Listener Emails & More!
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Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
08:11 Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: A Deep Dive
15:07 Meta Smart Glasses: Challenges and Workarounds
17:01 Huawei's New Screen Reader: Clarifications and Insights
17:56 National Centers for Tech Training: A Discussion on Feasibility
27:54 Access to Braille Education and Technology
31:10 Challenges in Blindness Tech Support
35:53 Rehabilitation Services in the U.S.
39:29 The Importance of Braille
42:54 The Role of Blind Individuals in Advocacy
46:14 Public Awareness and Symbols of Blindness

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