Xbox adds improved accessibility features to Forza Motorsport.
The popular Xbox video gaming series, Forza Motorsport, has recently introduced Blind Driving Assist mode to its newest game, making what Microsoft is calling the most accessible Forza Motorsport ever…
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Marvels Spider-Man 2 To Have Brand New Accessibility Features October 20.
A new accessibility feature that will be included in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has been revealed by Insomniac Games. Launching a variety of comprehensive accessibility enhancements, Insomniac Games are…
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The 'Head Mouse' Headband Takes Centre Stage.
AAVAA, a frontrunner in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, has introduced a novel wearable headband software that enables individuals to control devices through deliberate gestures like blinks, winks, and eye…
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MIT Unveils Groundbreaking Tool Enhancing Chart Accessibility and Captions with AI.
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have created a dataset “VisText”, with the aim of improving the accessibility and understanding of complex charts and graphs through automatic captioning…
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"R3" App Aids Individuals with Disability in Recognising and Reporting Abuse.
A collaboration between the Massachusetts Disabled Persons Protection Commission, University of Rhode Island, and consultants with disability have led to the creation of an app named “R3: Recognise, Report and…
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Become a Digital Mentor with ASCCA's Be Connected Program: September 12.
In today’s rapidly advancing digital world, staying connected and embracing technology has become more important than ever, especially for seniors. The Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association (ASCCA) is at…
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Second-Hand Laptops Available for Pick-Up at CFA Australia.
Do you or anyone you know have access needs and would like a second-hand laptop?
Do you also live in the Perth area?
The Centre for Accessibility Australia currently…
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WCAG 3.0 Update: New Draft Unveiled with Clearer Guidelines and Status!
The W3C Accessibility Guidelines Working Group (AG) has recently published an updated Working Draft of the W3C Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 3…
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The Countdown Begins: WCAG 2.2 Marches Toward 'W3C Recommendation' Status!
Progress is underway, as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 nears its status as a ‘W3C Recommendation’ web standard, expected to be achieved in August 2023.
WCAG 2…
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Opinion: Apple Vision Pro: The Future of Accessible VR or Just Another Gimmick?
Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) Reflects on the Apple Vision Pro.
Since the unveiling of Apple’s Vision Pro headset at its recent launch at the World Wide Developer…
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