The digital world is a rapidly changing environment that all of us increasingly rely upon. The reality is, for people living with a disability, much of the internet remains inaccessible (despite the legal policies put in place to facilitate accessibility). To create a more inclusive world, the Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) aims to reduce the accessibility gap.
Game console PlayStation 5 has introduced several new updates, including the notable ability for players to designate a second controller as an assistant. This feature is designed to improve accessibility…
Read full story: Second Controller Assist: New Accessible PlayStation 5 Features.
RAZ Mobility, a provider of mobile assistive technology, has introduced the SmartVision 3, a Google-certified smartphone designed specifically for individuals who are blind or with low vision. This smartphone…
Read full story: RAZ Mobility Creates Accessible Smartphone For Users Who are Blind or with Low Vision.
Amazon, with its latest 2023 Devices Event, have unveiled two innovative accessibility features set to enhance the user experience on its devices.
The first, known as “Eye Gaze…
Read full story: Amazon Unveils Latest Accessibility Features: Eye Gaze on Alexa and Call Translation.
In our newsletter series “Ask an Expert”, Laetitia Thompson, our Senior Digital Content Editor, answers a question that was asked by one of our followers, Anna, through our Facebook.
Question…
Read full story: Ask An Expert: How do I make hashtags more accessible for screen-readers?
An accessibility audit is a professional evaluation of how well your website and digital items meet the needs of people with disability. Auditing can be performed on websites, apps and documents.
Audio descriptions are an additional narration track in videos that describes the scenes and actions for blind and visually impaired people.
For organisations interested in enhancing accessibility to participants and clients with disability.
Assistance to develop, implement, monitor or review your Disability And Inclusion Plans (DAIP).
The Australian Access Awards has been recognising organisations and individuals who deliver exceptional digital experiences for Australians living with disability since 2019. To nominate, become a sponsor, or for more information visit the Access Awards.
