Explore how Meta smart glasses are transforming life for blind and low-vision users with AI-powered apps like Oorion and Scribe Me. Experience live object detection, hands-free navigation, and proactive AI assistance that reacts to your surroundings in real time.
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Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the fast-evolving world of smart glasses and wearable AI. They share real-world demos of Oorion and discuss the Scribe Me app coming soon to Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, showing how blind users can enjoy obstacle detection, live object location, text reading, and proactive assistance without constant prompting.
You’ll hear detailed examples of Oorion identifying obstacles, locating benches, and reading signs, plus an in-depth interview with Scribe Me founder Mark Murad on developing live assistive AI. Learn how the technology works, its current limitations, and why on-device AI is becoming the next big leap in accessibility.
What happens when one of the most recognisable voices in accessible tech joins one of Canada’s most trusted organisations for blind and low vision support? You get a must-attend session packed with insight, practicality, and a few surprises along the way.
CNIB’s Wireless Wednesday Welcomes Steven Scott
CNIB is welcoming Steven Scott, host of Double Tap, to an upcoming edition of its popular Wireless Wednesday series — a national, drop-in Zoom workshop bringing together the blind and low vision community to explore the latest in assistive technology.
In this special session on April 8th, Steven will break down what’s really happening in AI right now — beyond the headlines — and what it actually means for blind users in everyday life.
What to expect:
A 20-minute deep dive into the latest AI developments shaping accessibility
A fast-paced 5-minute “speed round” of must-know assistive apps
A 30-minute live Q&A where your questions take centre stage
Wireless Wednesday sessions are known for their relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, combining structured presentations with open discussion — and this one promises to be no exception.
To register, call Shea Anker at 236-881-4853 or visit the CNIB events calendar:
https://www.cnib.ca/en/event/wireless-wednesday
Event details:
Part of CNIB’s Wireless Wednesday series
Runs every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month
1:00–3:00 PM Pacific Time (with optional social session afterwards)
Open to participants across Canada and beyond
Whether you’re curious about AI tools like image description, voice assistants, or productivity apps, or you just want a clearer sense of what’s hype versus genuinely useful, this session will give you practical takeaways you can use immediately.
Subscribe to Double Tap for more hands-on demos of accessible tech and AI for blind and low-vision users. Share your experiences with smart glasses and AI assistants at
[email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-877-803-4567.
Relevant Links
Oorion: https://www.oorion.fr/en
Scribe Me: https://www.scribeme-ai.com
CNIB Wireless Wednesday: https://www.cnib.ca/en/events/wireless-wednesday
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About Double Tap
Hosted 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.
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