On today’s episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the latest developments in assistive technology, focusing on the partnership between Be My Eyes and Meta to integrate their services with Meta's Ray-Ban glasses - this service is now live.

Also the guys welcome Amos Miller and Kyle Buzzard back to the show to discuss the latest developments in the much-talked about product from Glidance, the Glide mobility aid.

The discussion highlights the excitement surrounding these innovations and their potential to enhance accessibility and user experience. Amos and Kyle talk about the development of the Glide device, focusing on its potential to assist people with both hearing and visual impairments. 

The discussion highlights the importance of community feedback in the design process, the innovative features of the device, and the hands-on experiences of users.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

02:55 Be My Eyes and Meta Partnership

12:00 Glidance Interview: Development and Community Feedback

38:06 Steven and Shaun’s Hands-On Experience with Glide