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Wednesday, Jun 12

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When an accessibility mapping app went viral, success came with a cost

www.marketplace.org

Roll Mobility, an app for mapping accessibility infrastructure and linking disabled communities, went viral. Now the team needs to raise funds.

Tuesday, Jun 11

20

Touchless crosswalk buttons installed in Saskatoon to improve accessibility

globalnews.ca

Some crosswalk buttons in Saskatoon have been upgraded to be touchless with the aim of being more accessible.

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Apple TV has the best accessibility feature that isn’t labeled an accessibility feature — and it’s getting even better with tvOS 18

www.imore.com

Enhance Dialogue, an Apple TV feature that allows users to make dialogue louder is getting even better in the next major OS update.

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IDEA Insurance Agency Joins Integrity to Increase Insurance Accessibility in Underserved Communities

www.benzinga.com

Powerful combination of IDEA Agency's bilingual capabilities and Integrity's best-in-class resources and technology will help more Americans plan for the good days ahead

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Disabled drivers overlooked in EV transition as just 2% of on-street chargers meet accessibility guidelines

www.dailymail.co.uk

New research by car manufacturer Vauxhall has found that just 2% of on-street council-logged EV chargers are accessible for the UK's 16million disabled population.

Monday, Jun 10

23

Using a Printed Publication to Attack a Patent? Recent Decisions Underscore Importance of "Public Accessibility"

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Companies preparing to launch a new product should address “freedom to operate” (“FTO”) issues to minimize the risk of an infringement dispute with a patent holder in the relevant field. Companies may also find themselves in patent…

Accessibility Standards Canada and Alberta enhance collaboration on accessibility standards development

www.benzinga.com

GATINEAU, QC, June 10, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Accessibility Standards Canada and the Government of Alberta announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU will enhance both governments' ability to collaborate in their…

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Apple’s AirPods are being upgraded with powerful accessibility features

www.theverge.com

As it has done in years past, Apple outlined upcoming new software features coming to the company’s current lineup of AirPods earbuds and headphones today.

Sunday, Jun 9

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iOS 18 could add some big accessibility features to AirPods

www.imore.com

Apple's WWDC could reveal accessibility features for AirPods coming in iOS 18.

Saturday, Jun 8

07

Business News | On 18th Anniversary, The Body Shop Marks a Major Milestone Towards Its Commitment to Inclusivity and Accessibility in India

www.latestly.com

Get latest articles and stories on Business at LatestLY. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8: The Body Shop, the iconic British-born international ethical beauty brand, is commemorating its 18th anniversary in India with the introduction…

Friday, Jun 7

22

CarPlay in iOS 18 will add these new accessibility features

9to5mac.com

Apple last month previewed a number of new accessibility features coming to the iPhone and iPad as part of iOS 18 this fall. Among improvements like Eye Tracking and upgrades to Vision Pro, Apple also has plans to bring some accessibility…

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Accessibility at UEFA EURO 2024

www.uefa.com

Find out how we are working with host cities, venues and partners to ensure as many people as possible can enjoy the incredible atmosphere of this summer's tournament.

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This year’s Access-Ability Summer Showcase featured games with accessibility options

The presentation showed how new and upcoming titles are made accessible to disabled players

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Microsoft updates accessibility feature Voice Access to auto-restart

www.theregister.com

How do you say something's crash-prone without saying it's crash-prone ...

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Windows 11 takes some important steps forward with accessibility as Voice Access is bolstered

www.tweaktown.com

New preview build in the Canary channel implements voice commands for Windows 11's screen reader and introduces voice-powered PC-wide search for the OS. Continue reading at TweakTown >

Thursday, Jun 6

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Missing notifications on Android? Try this hidden trick (that's also an accessibility feature)

www.zdnet.com

Do you often fail to hear your phone notifications? Android has a built-in feature that ensures you won't miss a thing - even when your handset is muted.

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We Design AI Interfaces with Accessibility in Mind — Here’s How

www.salesforce.com

Discover 3 best practices that help keyboard users interact with Einstein Copilot and Prompt Builder.

Tuesday, Jun 4

19

Real-time flood risk visualization via server-based mixed reality enhances accessibility and public safety

phys.org

Climate change is increasing flood risks in urban areas, with heavy rainfall disasters now becoming a global problem. Numerical simulations predict flooding from heavy rain and river overflows, usually displaying results on flat maps.…

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Organizations receiving state grants for internet, device accessibility

www.kake.com

The ADOPT Program, or Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology, aims to connect more Kansans to high-speed internet by making public Wi-Fi accessible and distributing devices in underserved areas.

Peterborough accessibility plan prioritizes employment, sidewalks, parks, transit

globalnews.ca

An extensive 52-page draft outlines areas for the city to better accommodate those with disabilities and help address existing barriers within the city.