Assistive technology specialist Envision is partnering with Aira, a provider of visual interpreting services, to add the live, professional service to the smart Envision Glasses.
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Startup company unveils AR smart glasses for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals
Startup company XRAI Glass has unveiled its first product, the XRAI Glasses, which is being called a game changer for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
JMU tests technology on campus for the visually impaired
James Madison University hosted a group of high school students to try out Microsoft Soundscape, with hopes of figuring out whether or not college is a good fit for them.
Google Workspace is getting new accessibility upgrades
A new accessibility-focused update should help visually impaired users navigate Google Workspace much more easily, the company has revealed.
Slack releases new Accessibility updates
Earlier this month, Slack, published a blog post in which the Salesforce-owned company talked about a new software update promising to make the app more accessible.
Railway company launches new sight loss assistance trial
In an industry first, South Western Railway (SWR) has embarked on a trial of new, cutting-edge technology which enables people with sight loss to navigate train stations with greater ease. The train company is trialling the myEyes app, which uses Near Field Technology, the same technology that allows contactless payment by mobile phone, to provide audio directions. These directions guide customers from the station entrance to the SWR Assisted Boarding Points on platforms, where they can get help to board their train with as little as 10 minutes notice.
Microsoft Edge adds new accessibility features with Narrator
Edge Dev Insiders have a new build that improves the browser’s accessibility. Microsoft Edge Dev recently received an update to version 105.0.1336.2.
TikTok adds new accessibility and translation tools
TikTok announced that it’s introducing new caption and translation tools to make its content more accessible for users. The new updates will support an initial batch of languages, including English, Portuguese, German, Indonesian, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and Turkish.
University starts installation of home-grown accessibility device
A new device coming to Bradley university’s campus will allow students to open doors with the literal push of a button.
Researchers win prize for software that makes self-driving cars more accessible
The VEMI lab at the University of Maine earned third place in a national competition and an invitation to the White House for developing an inclusive smartphone software platform that will provide navigational assistance to people with visual impairment and seniors who want to use self-driving cars for ride-sharing and hailing services.
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