Apple Celebrates Major Milestone In 2025

In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece reflect on the significance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Our main interview today however focuses on a major milestone for Apple, as in 2025 they celebrate 40 years of providing accessibility to disabled people. Global Head of Accessibility at the company, Sarah Herrlinger, joins Steven Scott to discuss the changes that have come in over the years and where accessibility is today in 2024.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

14:50 Listener Email: Braille Publishing Challenges

20:52 Listener Email: Reflections on Sight Village Event

23:36 Listener Email: The Glide Experience and Guide Dogs

27:24 Listener Email: Innovations in Assistive Technology

30:26 Celebrating 40 Years of Apple Accessibility with Sarah Herrlinger