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Dark Atlas Infernum to Introduce New Accessibility Features.

Publisher SelectaPlay has announced plans to incorporate enhanced accessibility features in the upcoming release of Dark Atlas Infernum, developed by Night Council Studio. Scheduled for global publishing on Xbox and…
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TikTok Boosts Accessibility with New Text Size Options.

TikTok, is currently enhancing accessibility for its users with the rollout of adjustable text size options. Introduced late January, this feature allows users to customise the display size of system…
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Apple Podcasts Introduces Transcripts.

Apple recently announced a new update set to revolutionise the podcasting landscape: the integration of auto-generated transcripts into Apple Podcasts, slated to debut with iOS 17.4.

Traditionally, podcasts…
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Google's Gboard in the Works for 'Seamless Voice Typing' Feature.

Google’s Android keyboard app, Gboard, is set to revolutionise voice dictation with its upcoming “Seamless Voice Typing” feature, aiming to make voice typing more accessible and user-friendly.

The…
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W3C Invites Feedback on First Public Working Draft of Accessible Rich Internet Applications (WAI-ARIA) 1.3

The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) has released the First Public Working Draft of Accessible Rich Internet Applications (WAI-ARIA) 1.3, and they are seeking…
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Australia Debuts First-Ever Visual-Free Film 'TOUCH' for Inclusive Cinema Experience.

Australia breaks new ground in cinema with the premiere of “TOUCH,” the country’s first-ever feature-length ‘motion picture without pictures.’ Produced by MasterCard in collaboration with Westpac, this…
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QR Style Decals Trial Closing the Inaccessibility Issue Within the Public Transport Sector.

Transport has been a challenging domain for commuters with low vision or as a non-English speaker but now a QR style code is being trialed in New York Subway…
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Top Accessibility Products Unveiled at CES 2024: A Closer Look at Digital Innovations.

Another year, another Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024!

Hosted in Las Vegas, 2024 did not disappoint, showcasing cutting-edge gadgets and a myriad of new accessible tech.

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Barbie Movie Introduces American Sign Language Interpreter, Making it "Kenough".

Greta Gerwig’s blockbuster Barbie film, having already smashed box office records, now offers an inclusive viewing experience on the Max streaming service. The latest feature allows audiences to enjoy…
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Microsoft's Seeing AI App Expands to Android, Enhancing Accessibility for Users Who are Blind or with Low Vision.

Microsoft has expanded its innovative Seeing AI app, designed to assist people who are blind or have low vision, to Android devices. Launched in celebration of International Day of People…
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