Glidance Delayed, The Ideal O&M Toolkit & iOS Adventure Game Land Of Livia Released

This episode opens with reactions to the official announcement that the Glide device by Glidance is delayed until Spring 2026. Steven and Shaun preview their upcoming interview with CEO Amos Miller, offering insights into supply chain disruptions and tariff issues affecting many assistive tech manufacturers.

Listener Chris shares his own customized mobility system using the Navi Pouch, Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, and apps like Voice Vista and Be My Eyes. The hosts applaud this DIY innovation and discuss the growing importance of hybrid navigation solutions.

The conversation shifts to Braille, sparked by feedback from listener Sharon in Detroit. Steven and Shaun discuss the value of Grade 1 Braille, especially in public environments, and the challenges of maintaining reading fluency without regular use.

Finally, developer Aaron Vernon joins the show to talk about Land of Livia, a new accessible iPhone game. Shaun shares his excitement for accessible gaming and the desire for more developers to prioritize inclusive design.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:32 - Glide Delayed Until Spirng 2026
06:45 - Listener Chris On The Ideal O&M Toolkit
18:06 - Listener Sharon On The Need To Learn Braille
22:38 - Sign Up For Double Tap’s Newsletter
23:44 - Meet Aaron Vernon Talking About Land Of Livia Adventure Game

Relevant Links
Glidance: https://glidance.io
VoiceVista: https://apps.apple.com/app/voicevista
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
Land of Livia (iOS Game): https://apps.apple.com/app/land-of-livia/id6475987951

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