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Double Tap

Best Accessible Video Doorbell, Free Video Editors for Blind Creators & OrCam’s Return: What Really Happened?

30 May 2025

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Today’s Double Tap dives into accessible tech tips and real-life listener experiences. From smart doorbells to video editors, Steven and Shaun unpack the best tools, hidden features, and affordable solutions for blind and low-vision users.This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe!In this inbox-focused episode, Steven and Shaun respond to a wide range of listener emails with practical advice and witty banter. They share lesser-known TalkBack gestures, discuss affordable Android phones with strong accessibility support, and explain how to maximize Windows using only the keyboard.Listeners ask about the most accessible video doorbell—Ring vs. Blink—and Steven explains why Blink may win on both usability and cost. They explore the reappearance of OrCam in the assistive tech market and examine the value of specialty devices like RealSam Pocket and OpenBook with the Pearl Camera. The episode also covers video editing challenges with screen readers, including why Clipchamp may be the best free option for now.Chapters00:00 - Start01:31 - Listener Randy on Android Talkback volume controls10:12 - Listener Shazhad on the best smart doorbell18:48 - Listener Graham on using HP scanning app on iPhone20:48 - Listener Jim on maximising windows on Windows29:29 - Subscribe to the Double Tap newsletter30:27 - Sponsor: Pneuma Solutions32:03 - Listener following up on Orcam interview38:29 - Listener Cay on remembering to give us prices for items discussed42:59 - Listener Peter on AI dubbing tools44:59 - Listener Charles on custom gesture for scrubbing on iPHone49:30 - Listener Scott on best ways to read documents on PC52:50 - Listener Felix on best free Windows video editing software Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---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/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About 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.

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