TalkBack, the built-in screen reader on Google Android devices, is receiving a major update which is rolling out to supported Android devices.
The new update includes a number of improvements with a major focus…
As the campaigns for the 2022 Australian Federal election continue, people are starting to make up their minds about who should get their precious vote. However, if political party websites are inaccessible, there is a…
Microsoft has announced their latest Windows 11 operating system is rolling out new live-captioning features. The feature allows users who may be deaf, hard of hearing or users who like subtitles to easily access…
Rahul Bajaj, a blind lawyer in India recently filed a complaint against Practo Technologies. This was for violating the India Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 in what is seen as the first major…
Twitter has released a new feature to improve alt text visibility on its platform. The feature focuses on the ability for users to view alt text without a screen reader by adding an ‘alt tag…
Intel, through its Responsible, Inclusive, Sustainable, and Enabled (RISE) Initiative has recently announced a collaboration with GoodMaps to improve indoor navigation for people who are blind or have low vision. This will help in navigating…
The 2022 Round Table on Print Disability (RTPD) conference returns in May and registrations are now open. The extensive high-quality conference program includes renowned presenters from across the world. Including CFA Australia’s own…
With the growth of the gaming industry, it becomes more important for developers to include accessibility features in their video games. However, a lack of accessibility in games has left the accessibility to the modding…
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI), has released additional accessibility guidance to support people with cognitive disabilities. The Working Group Note: Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities…
The United States of America (USA) Department of Justice (DoJ) has announced an update to its web accessibility guidance, in relation to Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This is a major step…