In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest updates to PiccyBot, an app designed to bring videos to life with audio description using AI, as well as listen to more of your emails.Emails bring up the challenges and advancements in assistive technology, including the integration of smart glasses and the implications of the 3G network shutdown on certain assistive devices. Following Steven’s story of living with a tremor, a listener opens up with their personal experiences with the condition.Our main story today focuses on Martijn Van Der Spek, the founder of PiccyBot, who joins Shaun to discuss the latest advancements in the app. They chat about the competitive landscape of AI descriptive services, the integration of live video features, and the future developments of the app.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.Chapter Markers:00:00 Intro02:22 Exploring Email Interactions and Community Engagement12:18 Tremor Management and Assistive Technology18:16 Smart Glasses and Camera Integration Challenges25:09 3G Network Shutdown and Device Compatibility Issues27:32 Exploring Innovative Mobile Devices for Accessibility32:06 Advancements in PiccyBot: A Media Center for All39:00 The Competitive Landscape of AI Descriptive Services43:14 Integrating Live Video Features into PickyBot51:10 PiccyBot's Accessibility and Future Developments 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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