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Assistive TechnologiesWebAIM released results from its 11th screen reader user survey in July-August 2026, drawing 1,780 valid responses. For accessibility program managers tracking conformance obligations under the DOJ Fi
Assistive TechnologiesRevealing the Gaps in Accessibility Training On September 24, 2026, Accessible Web hosted a live trivia webinar celebrating 100 episodes of their educational series. Led by founder Peter Jewett, the s
Assistive TechnologiesYour e-commerce checkout converts 2.8% of desktop visitors but fails completely when someone navigates by keyboard alone. Automated scans or mouse-based QA won t reveal this gap. You need a structured
Assistive TechnologiesAmerican Sign Language (ASL) is not just a means of communication, but a rich and vibrant language with its own grammar, syntax, and cultural significance . It is a vital part of accessibility for Dea
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Assistive TechnologiesLearning disabilities are very common. Some research suggests that over 10% of the world’s population is affected by a learning disorder, making them highly prevalent in education, careers, and life.
Assistive TechnologiesCognitive disabilities are a “set of conditions that create greater difficulty for people to perform one or more types of mental tasks than the average person.” 12.8% of US adults live with one. Thoug
Assistive TechnologiesSince the early 19th century, braille has provided a way for people with visual impairments to understand written text. From books to buttons to signs, braille has consistently ensured the physical wo
Assistive TechnologieseBay announced a plan to help ensure an accessible experience for users of all ability levels. In March 2023, the e-commerce powerhouse announced that it was launching its own accessibility Figma plug
Assistive TechnologiesScreen readers are an accessibility tool used by people with vision disabilities or other disabilities that make visual content difficult to read. They work by converting written content into speech a
Assistive TechnologiesHand tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease, tremors, and other neurological conditions can affect your fine motor skills, impair your mobility, and reduce your quality of life to a significant extent.
Assistive TechnologiesMobility disabilities are the most commonly thought about when people think of disabilities. 12.1 percent of U.S. adults have one that seriously impedes their ability to walk or climb stairs. Another
Assistive TechnologiesApple introduced a new accessibility feature with iOS 17 — Assistive Access. This feature comes from a company with a long history of including accessibility in their design, from built-in screen read
Assistive TechnologiesGoogle Docs has a native mobile application for Android devices. The Google Docs Android app is easy to download and use and compatible with a wide range of screen readers and braille devices. This sh
Assistive TechnologiesIn an era where technological advancements constantly push the boundaries of accessibility, a promising innovation has been introduced to empower individuals with disabilities to navigate digital inte
Assistive TechnologiesThe annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held each January, is a global stage for innovators worldwide to present their products and unveil futuristic technologies that address human challenges and
Assistive TechnologiesApple’s AirPods have a new accessibility feature — Conversation Boost . It promises to make it easier to hear people’s voices in conversation in a crowded, noisy room. Sounds like a perfect solution t
Assistive TechnologiesCognitive disabilities are a “set of conditions that create greater difficulty for people to perform one or more types of mental tasks than the average person.” 12.8% of US adults live with one. Thoug
Assistive TechnologiesHead-tracking technology is relatively new. Similar to eye-tracking technology, it follows the motion of a person’s head to control devices like computers or smartphones. It is a form of assistive tec
Assistive TechnologiesVision-related disability is one of the top ten disabilities among adults in the United States. With the popularity of smartphones, they need to be accessible to people with vision loss and other visi
Assistive TechnologiesArtificial intelligence (AI) has become more accessible through online interfaces and increasingly sophisticated predictive intelligence. As a result, it is now more subject to digital accessibility c
Assistive TechnologiesHumans invented technology to help us see things more clearly centuries ago. Glasses, bifocals, magnifying glasses, and microscopes were helping people read and see small things long before the invent
Assistive TechnologiesGlobally, over 2.2 billion people have some form of vision impairment, whether near or distance. In the United States, more than 7 million people are living with uncorrectable vision loss, including o
