In a significant move toward enhanced accessibility, Google Maps introduces new features designed to simplify navigation for users with disability. Rolled out as part of the company’s commitment to…
Read full story: Google Maps Enhances Accessibility with New Features for Users with Disability.
Chicago’s Lyric Opera is furthering accessibility with the introduction of the SoundShirt, a garment developed by London-based wearable tech brand CuteCircuit. Priced at $1,900, the shirt aims…
Read full story: Chicago’s Lyric Opera Advances Digital Accessibility with Innovative SoundShirt for Patrons Who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
The upcoming iPhone 16 series from Apple is poised to introduce several notable features, with the “Action button” taking centre stage. Following its initial appearance in the iPhone 15 Pro…
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In a recently released short film by Apple, the tech giant highlights its commitment to accessibility with the promotion of two groundbreaking features in iOS 17.
The film, directed by…
Read full story: Taika Waititi Directs Apple Short Film Showcasing iOS 17 Accessibility Features.
Recently, an article was published regarding the experience of CFA Australia CEO Dr. Scott Hollier at an ANZ branch. The incident related to Dr. Hollier and his daughter attempting to…
Read full story: ANZ Commits to Disability Training in Response to Blind Customer Experience.
W3C WAI 2023 Year in Review.
Written by Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia), CEO, Dr. Scott Hollier.
Dr. Hollier represents CFA Australia on the W3C Advisory Committee and is…
Read full story: Year In Review: W3C WAI 2023 Highlights.
Ticketek, one of Australia’s major ticketing agencies, has launched a groundbreaking digital solution aimed at improving accessibility for people with disability attending events.
The platform allows users to seamlessly…
Read full story: Ticketek Enhances Accessibility with New Online Booking Features.
The Australian Access Awards, hosted by the Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) and spearheaded by Dr. Scott Hollier, marked its third successful edition on Wednesday, November 22nd. Held at…
Read full story: Highlights from the 2023 Australian Access Awards: Celebrating Digital Accessibility.
Watch and listen to the live link of the 2023 Australian Access Awards! Follow from 6:45pm AWST!
The two live links are:
Without audio description
With audio description
Access…
Read full story: The 2023 Australian Access Awards are Here! Live Link Info Here.
Microsoft Edge has recently unveiled an innovative feature for users employing Bing AI. The latest addition, Edge Copilot, available in Canary and Dev versions, introduces an option to “read aloud…
Read full story: Microsoft Edge Introduces Copilot’s Chat Aloud Feature.