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An Overview of OS X 10.11 El Capitan

… On September 30, 2015, Apple released OS X 10.11 El Capitan, a new operating system … new VoiceOver options as well as a few changes to other applications. There are fewer changes than between OS X Mavericks and OS X Yosemite. Some apps are now more accessible. VoiceOver Changes The main …
Janet Ingber
AccessWorld December 2015

Combat the Tedium of COVID-19 Quarantine with Accessible Games

… One of the most notable is DiceWorld which is playable on Apple and Android mobile devices. I play the game on my … together. There are other games available from within the app, but those two are my favorites. Another game that has … are looking for even more games, remember that the website Applevis has a listing of games with accessibility ratings …
Jamie Pauls

Samsung Television Accessibility Overview

… Features Overview. The following accessibility features apply to several models offered after 2017 as well as the Q, … and after one second the accessibility shortcut menu will appear on screen. Voice Guide: Accessibility Shortcuts, … selected text, buttons, items, and options in menus and apps as well as and channel/volume information, and …

Driving Forward the ADA for Digital Inclusion

… week in the spirit of the ADA. The Biden Administration has approved the first proposed rule that would require websites and mobile apps used by state and local governments be accessible to … and provide thoughtful comments on the government’s approach. We encourage you to read the forthcoming …
Sarah Malaier

Accessibility Basics: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

… While initially focused on websites, WCAG can now be applied to mobile apps and other types of digital technology. Due to their … Operable , ensures that users can interact with the site or application in accessible ways. This includes enabling …
Aaron Preece
AccessWorld Winter 2024

AFB in the News

… & CEO of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), appeared on WSAZ 3 Morning News in Huntington, WV, to share … legacy through 21st-century voices, and the launch of the application period for AFB’s 2025 Digital Accessibility … including the Blind Leaders Development Program. Grocers grapple with digital accessibility as e-commerce grows Grocery …

Brailliant BI-14: HumanWare's Latest Step Toward Smart Braille Displays

… BI-14 would also offer a few simple and highly valued applications. It took more than a year to get my hands on … Out of the Box The Brailliant BI-14 bears that signature appeal of so many HumanWare products, the appeal of being esthetically pleasing to touch. With a …
Deborah Kendrick
AccessWorld September 2018

AccessWorld News

… opportunities for employment, education and ultimately, happiness," says Craig Meador, President of APH. "We are … and economic empowerment conferences in America. Applications are open now for the Disability Ambassador … as well as disability accommodations from the WID team. Applicants should have disability inclusion experience and …
AccessWorld February 2018

Home, Safe Home: Getting Started with Accessible Home Security

… door locks are able to connect wirelessly to a smartphone app, your home security system or smart speaker. With these … for Ring). A video doorbell will also alert you when anyone approaches your front door, and allow you to switch on the … They can all be configured and controlled through the same app as your video doorbell. The company also now offers a …
Bill Holton
AccessWorld February 2019

Help Me See: The Organization Dedicated to Eliminating Cataract Blindness Globally

… surgeries." A Solution HelpMeSee takes a comprehensive approach to eliminating cataract blindness. To date the … natural fluid pressure closes the incision and the overlapping edges of the angled slit do not require a single … a haptic engine so you don't just see an image of what is happening during a simulated operation, you can actually feel …
Bill Holton
AccessWorld June 2015

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