Listen Technologies Launches ListenWIFI

The Hearing Review – Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 1:34 PM Listen Technologies Launches ListenWIFI Listen Technologies launched ListenWIFI, the next generation of Listen EVERYWHERE, the company’s audio-over-Wi-Fi solution. Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 25 years, announced the launch of ListenWIFI at InfoComm 2023. The new product suiteContinue reading “Listen Technologies Launches ListenWIFI”

New apps for visually impaired users provide virtual labels for controls and a way to explore images

https://news.umich.edu/new-apps-for-visually-impaired-users-provide-virtual-labels-for-controls-and-a-way-to-explore-images/ New apps for visually impaired users provide virtual labels for controls and a way to explore images With VizLens, users can touch buttons while their phones read out the labels, and Image Explorer provides a workaround for bad or missing alt text  VizLens uses a smartphone’s camera to view control interfaces, such asContinue reading “New apps for visually impaired users provide virtual labels for controls and a way to explore images”

How to use Emergency Restart in Windows 11

gHacks Technology News – Friday, June 16, 2023 at 3:39 AM How to use Emergency Restart in Windows 11 Did you know that there is an Emergency Restart in Windows 11? The option is kind of hidden, so it’s possible you may have not been aware of it. Have you ever run into a situationContinue reading “How to use Emergency Restart in Windows 11”

Developing Apps With Accessibility In Mind

According to the World Health Organization, there are almost 1.3 billion people in the world who live with some form of physical or cognitive impairment—that’s 16% of the world’s population! Making apps accessible means that these people can enjoy the same experiences as everyone else. But it’s not just about people with special needs.   AccessibilityContinue reading “Developing Apps With Accessibility In Mind”

https://kathiecomments.wordpress.com/2023/06/05/digital-access-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-user/ Digital Access: a day in the life of a user 05/06/2023 // 1                 At a recent committee meeting, I was asked: What is the current state of digital access for those of you who use screen readers? Here’s a report about one day’s usage by one heavy user.                 Every day I read andContinue reading

Why Effective IT Leadership Must Have Inclusive Technology Systems

This is a good, informative read; something all in my humble opinion, should emulate: Original source: Why Effective IT Leadership Must Have Inclusive Technology Systems One-to-one programs are changing the learning experience for every student, including those with disabilities. by Christine Fox Christine Fox is a project director at the Center on Inclusive Technology &Continue reading “Why Effective IT Leadership Must Have Inclusive Technology Systems”

AI & Accessibility

Insights: AI and Accessibility  Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to change how we work, socialize, shop, and access critical services like healthcare. Growth in AI is happening exponentially, and it’s faster than most of us can keep up with. It’s exciting and scary at the same time, but especially scary for some.  The speed ofContinue reading “AI & Accessibility”