IAAP just announced a new resource for its members. This Accessible Built Environments Initiative is an extension of the work of the Global Alliance on Accessible Technologies and Environments (GAATES). This helps bring in resources for those looking into accessibility into public spaces and/or workspaces. This is being led by a taskforce created to expand […]
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I wanted to introduce an awesome new smart home device that can aid with independence for pet owners with disabling physical conditions. Owning a pet is a wonderful life experience and especially owning a rescue dog. For those with certain physical disabilities owning a pet can be tricky to navigate independently. The fantastic folks from […]
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Hi guys, what a super cool post I have you all today, I am excited to introduce to you the Ovis by ForwardX. Ovis is a very cool bit of technology, a robotic and autonomous (self-driving) suitcase available for consumers in Asia and now the U.S. market. To see a demo video click the hyperlink […]
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Hi guys, After reading, a great article this past week from the BBC on how smart tech could transform the lives of people with disabilities. The original article originates from my ‘neck of the woods,’ Scotland and discusses how smartphones and other devices have created a layer of convenience for individuals with disabilities. Photo credit […]
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This week’s blog post on digital accessibility is focusing on how artificial intelligence can impact and improve digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities. What is artificial intelligence? Artificial intelligence (AI) also known as machine intelligence is intelligence demonstrated by a machine (Poole, et al., (1998). (A picture of Watson by IBM). The most readily identifiable […]
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I hope this new post finds you all well! Wow, what a week a MDTAP — we have had a great time supporting our constituents. Today’s post focuses on an iOS based application by the name of ‘Speechify.’ I have used the aforementioned app in my current role and in quite a bit in my […]
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