[ad_1] This story is just one reason he wanted to get on-stage at SXSW and deliver a speech about finding strength in any body. Across all forms of media, people with disabilities have fewer role models than the able-bodied population, and also fewer tools designed specifically for the ways they interact with their environments. Video […]
Category: accessibility
Uber’s latest test books rides with a phone call, not the app
[ad_1] An Uber operator will take your details, give you a price estimate and order a car for you. As such, you won’t need a smartphone to hitch an Uber ride. You’ll at least need a cell phone though, as Uber will text you details about the car and driver, and when you should expect […]
Adapter turns power wheelchairs into Xbox controllers
[ad_1] The results speak for themselves. As you can see in the clip below, the Freedom Wing is good enough to handle some Rocket League. You might not want to handle a complex first-person action title with this, but it’s considerably more elegant than some solutions. You might not have to wait to use one, […]
Google Disability Support is more accessible with sign language specialists
[ad_1] These are Connect Direct reps rather than Google staff, and they’ll only be available Monday through Friday between 11AM and 8PM Eastern. Nonetheless, this should make it considerably easier to get help without having to rely on text-based support or someone serving as a go-between. You might be that much more likely to use […]
Via now provides veterans with free rides in the DC area
[ad_1] VetRides is being offered in partnership with the DC Mayor’s Office for Veterans Affairs (MOVA) and the Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV). Veterans can register for the service through MOVA, and they’ll be able to book rides through the Via mobile app or a call center. Via will offer wheelchair-accessible vehicles. “All of DC […]
Nike puts an accessibility twist on its iconic Air Jordan 1
[ad_1] This adaptive system is made up of a zipper mechanism that ties around the heel, a Velcro strap for the ankle area, an adjustable tongue and laces that don’t need to be tied. Together, all these FlyEase features can create a way for simple, one-handed entry, the shoes. It’s a complete reimagined version of […]
Google rolls out real-time captioning starting with Pixel 4
[ad_1] Live Caption is available on Pixel 4 at first, and it’ll arrive on Pixel 3 and 3a phones later this year. Google says it’s working with Android manufacturers to bring Live Caption to other devices in the coming months. It’ll be available in English at first, with support for more languages arriving later. Google […]
Google Docs ‘live edits’ feature helps the visually impaired
[ad_1] Designed to be used with screen readers or Braille displays, the Live Edits sidebar lists real-time updates made on a document by others, allowing these changes to be read aloud by a user’s preferred voice device. You can follow a single collaborator, or track changes made by everyone working on the document. The feature […]
Google is bringing a one-tap SOS button to some Android phones
[ad_1] When you make an emergency call, the feature will let you tap “Medical,” “Fire” or “Police.” It will then send an automated voice message to the appropriate emergency service provider. It will gather your location using your phone’s GPS and plus code. It won’t require a data connection, and it will allow you to […]
Toyota unveils electric shuttles for 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo
[ad_1] Unsurprisingly, Toyota’s APM isn’t meant for the masses. The open-air vehicles resemble large golf carts, rather than futuristic vessels of public transportation. There’s a good reason why. Toyota intends it to be a “last mile” solution for staff and athletes, as well as visitors with accessibility needs — such as the disabled, pregnant women, […]