Google Releases New Live Caption Feature for Chrome Browser
March 17, 2021
Users of the stable version of the Google Chrome 89 browser accessed via desktop can now transcribe speech in videos through the Live Caption feature. Read More
Source: The Verge
Jamaican Sign Language Learning Management System (LMS) Aims to Enhance Literacy Among Students with Hearing Impairment
March 15, 2021
To improve literacy development among students with hearing impairment, the Jamaica Association for the Deaf, with partners has launched the Jamaican Sign Language Learning Management System. Read More
Source: Loop Jamaica
New Web-based Remote Controlled Through Eye Movement
March 12, 2021
The Accessible Web Remote for Contour uses eye gaze hardware and software to offer greater accessibility and independence to persons with disabilities. Read More
Source: Nola
Australia: Virtual Reality Brings New Experiences to Older Persons in Care Homes
March 10, 2021
An Australian organization, Technology for Ageing & Disability (TADWA) has partnered with MyndVR to bring state-of-the-art VR platforms to care homes in Australia. Read More
Source: Have a Go News
Users Can Now Add Closed Automatic Captions to Instagram Stories
March 09, 2021
Instagram Stories have become more accessible with a new auto-caption feature released for users that also provides a choice to select multiple font styles. Read More
Source: 9 to 5 Mac
Zoom Offers Access to Live Transcription Feature Upon Request
March 05, 2021
Zoom continues to enhance accessibility services by offering users ‘Live Transcription’ upon request, a functionality expected to be available to all users in Fall 2021. Read More
Source: Disability Scoop
New Debugging Tool Helps Makes Apps and Websites Accessible
March 03, 2021
Evinced is a free Xcode-compatible debugging tool for enterprise IT developers to help identify accessibility problems within apps and websites. Read More
Source: Computer World
European Commission Presents Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030
March 03, 2021
The European Commission has released the ten-year 'Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030,' that sets out key initiatives around three main themes. Read More
Source: European Commission
India: 'Sugamya Bharat App' to Enable Persons with Disabilities Register Lack of Accessibility in Built Envrionment and Transport
March 02, 2021
The app will enable persons with disabilities and the elderly to register accessibility-related problems in buildings, in modes of transport or any infrastructure by uploading pictures on it. Read More
Source: Economic Times
Apple Stores to Offer Free Sign Language Interpreter Appointments
February 25, 2021
Customers of Apple in select countries can now schedule appointments at their local Apple stores and request for a sign language interpreter. Read More
Source: 9 to 5 Mac
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