The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) has seen another busy year with loads of international standards and guidance created. Let’s have a quick recap of the highlights including CFA Australia…
Android has released a new update for their smartwatch and mobile devices, which includes a new Reading Mode, a feature that will make the digital experience more accessible for screen reader users. This feature includes…
Announced at the most recent Microsoft Ignite 2022 event in Seattle, a set of new accessibility features is set to make the Edge browser more inclusive. These features include:
Live Captions – Useful for users who…
As part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month during October, Amazon, while continuing to commit to pursuing accessibility, has released new and innovative video stations to over 200 sites; in an endeavour to teach employees…
According to a team of researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS), individuals with limited hand functions will soon be able to have a way to control their devices, such as wheelchairs, computers and…
With Apple pushing for accessibility with the release of the new WatchOS 9 operating system for Apple Watch, comes a new software update featuring Quick Actions – building on the technology behind Assistive Touch.
Users when…
During Google’s most recent Pixel event in New York, a slew of new tech features was released, including the debut of ‘Guided Frame’ – the latest accessible feature for people living with disability. Guided Frame…
To enhance the accessibility and inclusivity of their health products, global consumer health company Haleon has collaborated with Microsoft. With the aim of making health product information more accessible for people who are blind or…
On Wednesday, Parliament in New Zealand approved the Plain Language Bill to promote the use of plain English in official documentation, websites and communication.
The aim of this Bill is to “improve the effectiveness and…
After 25 years of service, Judy Brewer, Director of the Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) at the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), is leaving to pursue a new role with the Partnership for Public Service. This…