University students in India to receive increased accessibility support
26 July 2022
The India University Grants Commission have updated the standards for accessibility in higher education. This will be beneficial for students with disability and students from disadvantaged backgrounds: The Comprehensive Accessibility…
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Accessibility overlays make the Web worse, not better: New York Times
26 July 2022
A recent article written by Amanda Morris at the New York Times titled: ‘For Blind Internet Users, the Fix Can Be Worse Than the Flaws,’ has sparked conversation in the…
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W3C WAI publishes Accessibility of Remote Meetings Note
26 July 2022
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) has recently published the Note Accessibility of Remote Meetings.
The impact of COVID-19 has substantially increased the use of…
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Samsung smartwatch 4 boasts improved accessibility features
22 July 2022
Samsung has just announced its newest digital watch. The Samsung One UI Watch4.5 will sit on top of the WearOS 3.5, providing a host of new features. Some…
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MyVision creates web accessibility guidance from vision specialist perspective
22 July 2022
Having information on how to achieve an accessible website, is an important step in creating a more inclusive digital experience. This is where the recent guidance document provided by MyVision…
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Coldplay use digital technologies to engage fans with disability
22 July 2022
The band Coldplay has been making efforts to make their concerts more accessible for fans with disability. On their current tour, the band has begun offering a device called a…
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Apple Watch upcoming accessibility features include screen mirroring to iPhone
14 July 2022
Apple will be introducing a number of helpful accessibility features in the near future as showcased in the beta version of WatchHOS9, coming to the Series 4 Apple Watch.
The…
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W3C WAI publishes Synchronised Accessibility User Requirements (SAUR) guidance
14 July 2022
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) has published guidance on the accessibility of synchronised media. Known as the Synchronised Accessibility User Requirements (SAUR) The Note, developed…
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Intel’s New Software Promises More “Equitable Computing” For All
14 July 2022
Intel has just announced its MotionInput software, in an effort to improve digital accessibility. This software has been developed in collaboration with Microsoft and IBM by students at the University…
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Turning obstacles into opportunities for growth – Third Sector Live - Registration now open
11 July 2022
Third Sector Life’s Turning obstacles into opportunities for growth seminar will be held in September. This two-day conference will focus on Not-for-Profit organisations and Charities around…
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