For readers with visual disabilities, navigating the web can be a challenge. That’s because 97% of websites do not meet necessary accessibility standards, even when 300 million people have visual impairment of some kind.
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AI-project to support blind and partially sighted people
Heriot-Watt and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) have teamed up to support blind and partially sighted people in the UK Using AI technology called Alana.
Freeview Play’s Accessible TV Guide is now available
Freeview has rolled out its Accessible TV Guide and is available at Channel 555 on selected devices. The aim is to make it simpler for those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments and hearing loss, to find content using the service.
This Device Lets Blind Women Take Pregnancy Tests in Privacy
RNIB has published the research methods and industrial design of its prototype device in the hope that health-care corporations will take notice.
Kellogg’s Makes Cereal Boxes Designed for the Blind with Inclusive Packaging
This cereal box features a UK-first technology that a smartphone detects and reads aloud the labelling and allergen information to people with sight loss.
Miele Launches Washing Machine for Visually Impaired Users
A washing machine specifically designed to help people living with a visual impairment has been launched by domestic appliances company Miele with development insight provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB).
PocketVision Is An AI Powered App for the Visually Impaired
Honor’s PocketVision harnesses the power of AI and quad camera technology to help the visually impaired easily read documents, menus and other text with ease.
This Pocket-Sized Braille Reader will Be Available This Year
Many blind or partially sighted people rely on braille, a unique system of raised dots that can be read by touch to read.
Verifone Introduces First PCI-Compliant Full Touchscreen Feature for Payment Transactions
Verifone recently announced the introduction of Navigator, the first-of-its-kind payment feature with a fully integrated touchscreen to earn certification for accessibility and usability by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB).
Survey Says Blind People Face Problems in Society Through Lack of Awareness
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has said outdated views towards the abilities of blind and partially sighted people plays a factor in people feeling excluded.
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