Per-app settings allow you to enable accessibility settings on an app-by-app basis instead of applying them system-wide. This can be useful if, for example, you need your Messages app to have a bigger text size but not your Settings app.
Startup Develops a Smart Headband to Assist Blind Swimmers
EyeCan, an Israeli startup, has developed a smart headband to assist blind swimmers in navigating obstacles while swimming. This innovative device utilizes vibrations and bone conduction technology to provide real-time alerts and enhance the safety and confidence of visually impaired individuals in the pool.
How to Get Siri to Read Articles Out Loud on iOS 17
On your iPhone, you can now ask Siri to read articles out loud. While speech-to-text has been available for a while, asking Siri to read any open articles is a new iOS 17 feature.
Navigating the NYC Subway with Commute Booster
New York City’s bustling subway system is a lifeline for millions of commuters, but for those with vision loss, navigating its complex corridors and stations can be a daunting challenge. Recognizing this need, researchers at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering and Grossman School of Medicine have developed an innovative app called Commute Booster.
How to Search Settings on Your iPhone on iOS 16
This tip for searching your Settings menu on iPhone is a great way to access settings you tend to change frequently, it’s also the easy way to locate settings even when you’re unsure where they are located.
Sony Unveils PlayStation 5 Access Controller for Enhanced Accessibility
Sony has ushered in a new era of gaming accessibility with the upcoming PlayStation 5 Access controller. Building upon the foundation laid by Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller in 2018, Sony is committed to empowering gamers with disabilities by revolutionizing their gaming experience.
Mobile App Allows Early Detection of Eye Diseases, Reducing Blindness Risks
The world of healthcare is witnessing a groundbreaking advancement with the development of the mobile app “BegIA.” Created by two visionary Master’s Degree students in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics at the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), BegIA utilizes the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize the early detection of debilitating eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts. With a simple selfie, this innovative app can swiftly diagnose these conditions, guiding users to seek timely medical intervention and expert care. The app’s potential to transform global eye health has been recognized, and it recently earned the prestigious Ramón Molinas Foundation Prize for Social Impact at the 2023 SpinUOC event.
How to use Live Voicemail on iOS 17
Live Voicemail displays the caller’s spoken words on the screen in real time. The feature is helpful when you’re uncertain about whether to answer a call or not, as it allows you to preview the message and screen the call before making a decision.
How to Straighten Your Shooting Angle With the New Camera Level Feature on iOS 17
Apple has further enhanced the camera leveling functionality on iOS 17 by separating it out from the Grid mode. By making it an individual option, Apple has also included an additional horizontal level for more traditional straight-on photos.
Student Creates 3D Photographs to Benefit the Blind
Ulster University’s Belfast School of Art recently held its annual degree show, where final year students had the opportunity to exhibit their works. Among the standout pieces was a series of innovative 3D photographs titled “The Space Between,” created by photography student Emily McEvoy.
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