Universities Review Peer Note-taking as Assistive Technology Options Increase
June 14, 2021
As offerings for assistive technology for note-taking proliferate, universities are deciding on accommodations for students with disabilities for their return to campus from the coronavirus pandemic. Read More
Source: EdScoop
UK: Exams Regulator Publishes New Analysis Paper on Enhanced Understanding on the Use of Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities
June 10, 2021
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation has published a qualitative research study to understand the experiences of schools and colleges that use assistive technology for assessment. Read More
Source: Schools Week
Voiceitt Launches Speech Recognition App to Enhance Communication
June 08, 2021
Israeli company Voiceitt is set to launch an app for iPhones and iPads for persons with speech and motor impairments to enable better communication with their own voice. Read More
Source: No Camels
Dictation Functionality is Now available on iOS
June 08, 2021
Microsoft 365 users can now take advantage of the same dictation functionality previously available exclusively on desktop and Word with Office Mobile. Read More
Source: Engadget
Research Aims to Improve Accessibility for Soda Machines
June 07, 2021
A team of researchers from Binghamton University's Watson College has studied the interface for Coca-Cola Freestyle machines to explore a redesign of the graphical interface to improve accessibility. Read More
Source: Binghamton University
Indonesian Women Design iOS Apps Aimed to Ensure Inclusive Communication
June 01, 2021
Two Indonesian women part of Apple Developer Academy, have developed iOS Apps to enable more inclusive communication. Read More
Source: Mashable SE Asia
Australia: Report Recommends Use of Australian Standard EN 301 549 for Procurement of Technology
May 27, 2021
Recommendation 25 in Australia's Human Rights and Technology Final Report calls on governments at all levels in Australia to use Australian Standard EN 301 549 for procurement of technology. Read More
Source: Mirage News
The Guardian and Partners Create an Accessible Storytelling Website
May 20, 2021
News and media website The Guardian has created ‘Auditorial’ as an accessible storytelling website in partnership with Google and the Royal National Institute of Blind People. Read More
Source: The Guardian
Spotify Updates Apps to Improve Accessibility
May 20, 2021
The most recent updates for Spotify on iOS and Android introduce three accessibility improvements to enhance user experience. Read More
Source: Route Note
Apple Introduces Accessibility Features to Make Devices More Accessible
May 19, 2021
Apple has introduced software features designed to make using iPhones, Apple Watches and iPads devices easier for persons with disabilities. Read More
Source: USA Today
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