Google’s AR Glasses Of The Future & OrCam Talks To Double Tap

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the latest developments in AI-powered wearables, smart glasses, and Apple’s ongoing struggles with Siri. The duo opens with a passionate rant about endless product prototypes and the tech industry’s obsession with “potential” over polished releases.You’ll get the inside scoop on Google's new prototype AR glasses powered by Gemini, and why Apple may be falling dangerously behind in the AI race. They unpack a revealing report on how Apple allegedly fumbled its AI and Siri development due to poor leadership and internal silos — and what the rumored shift toward third-party and open-source AI models means for the future of Apple Intelligence.Then, in a long-awaited exclusive, the team welcomes Corinne Nero from OrCam. She clears the air on rumors that OrCam was pulling out of the low vision market and introduces their newest device: the OrCam Read 5. This powerful, AI-driven handheld reader features a conversational assistant that extracts relevant details from documents — all while maintaining OrCam's trusted on-device privacy. Plus, learn how the updated OrCam app simplifies user access and supports AI functionality across OrCam devices.Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us [email protected] or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.Relevant Links:rCam homepage and support: https://www.orcam.comoogle Cloud Next: https://cloud.withgoogle.com/nextApple’s AI Failures” coverage by 9to5Mac: https://9to5mac.comLearn more about the OrCam Read 5: https://www.orcam.com/en/read5Hable Easy and Hable One: https://www.iamhable.com 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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