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Category: Advice for Individuals

Screen Reader Only Code versus ARIA Labels

Posted on 28 March 2024 (28 March 2024) by Diana Penamora
HTML code on a screen

Two essential techniques contribute significantly to web accessibility: screen reader only code and ARIA labels. But how do we know when to opt for sr-only code over ARIA?

Posted in Advice for Individuals

Screen Reader Comparison: JAWS vs. VoiceOver vs. NVDA vs. TalkBack

Posted on 30 November 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Computer screen displaying an image with a speech bubble saying image 1 dot PNG

There are a wide range of screen readers on the market. We’ve compared the top screen readers to help you decide which software is best for you or someone you know.

Posted in Community, Advice for Individuals, Technology - DigitalTagged Accessibility, Jaws, NVDA

Did you know your TV comes with built-in accessibility?

Posted on 10 August 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Vintage yellow television on a wooden table

Televisions have become an essential part of modern life. But it’s a little known fact that most TVs these days come with built-in features that make them more accessible for people who are blind or partially sighted.

Posted in Community, Advice for Individuals, Technology - DigitalTagged Tips, Accessibility

How accessible is your favourite social media?

Posted on 15 June 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter apps on an iPhone

As with all internet content, accessibility can improve user experience. In the case of social media platforms, this is particularly important, since user-generated content such as images, videos, and GIFs are not always made accessible by their authors.

Posted in Community, Advice for IndividualsTagged Accessibility, Twitter, social media, x

Did you know every Android is accessible?

Posted on 26 May 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Android accessibility logo

In previous blogs, we discussed the accessibility features embedded in iOS. Today we look at Android devices, which also have a variety of tools that improve accessibility.

Posted in Community, Advice for Individuals, Technology - Physical, Technology - DigitalTagged innovation, Accessibility

Atkinson Hyperlegible: The Accessible Typeface

Posted on 24 May 2023 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
The letter A displayed in different serif style fonts

In honour of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, read about Atkinson Hyperlegible, an accessible typeface inspired by Braille in this week’s blog.

Posted in Technology - Physical, Community, Advice for Individuals, Technology - DigitalTagged Accessibility, innovation

How do smart speakers help people with disabilities?

Posted on 24 May 2023 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Google nest mini and a phone displaying the Google Home landing page

Smart speakers are everywhere, and their increased prevalence in our lives has been nothing short of a game changer for people with disabilities.

Posted in Advice for Individuals, Technology - Physical, Technology - Digital, CommunityTagged Accessibility, artificial intelligence , innovation
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