On today’s Double Tap, Steven and Shaun welcome Freek van Welsenis, co-founder of Hable, to talk about the newly released Hable Easy—a simplified, one-handed device designed to make smartphone navigation easier for blind users. Learn how it compares to the original Hable One, what inspired its development, and how current users can access Hable Easy with a firmware update. Plus, Freek teases what could be coming next from Hable.Listener emails fuel rich conversations about accessible smart glasses like EchoVision, mental health and vision loss, and emotional challenges related to driving. The team also highlights powerful tools like Dolphin EasyReader and ElevenLabs Reader for accessible book and document reading.Relevant Links:Hable Easy: https://www.iamhable.comDolphin EasyReader: https://yourdolphin.comGet 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.Chapter Markers:00:00 Introduction01:54 Tech Tips and Accessibility Features06:09 Exploring Android and TalkBack Innovations09:58 Community Engagement and Listener Feedback14:09 Echovision Glasses: Features and Market Potential17:59 Driving and Emotional Reflections on Blindness29:13 Navigating Assistive Technology Interfaces32:59 Introducing Hable Easy: Simplifying Access34:51 The Evolution of Hable: From One to Easy39:09 Switching Between Hable Modes44:52 Future Innovations: Hable Mini and Beyond?46:41 Pricing and Accessibility of Hable Devices 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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