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Can screen readers speak Irish?

Posted on 15 March 2024 (15 March 2024) by Diana Penamora
JAWS logo on a green background with text "Tá JAWS For Windows réidh", in English this means JAWS for Windows is ready.

It’s currently Seachtain na Gaeilge, the annual festival celebrating Irish language and culture, and we’re taking the opportunity to answer a simple but important question: can screen readers speak Irish?

Posted in People & Social Impact, Technology - Digital

Do Big Tech companies care about accessibility?

Posted on 16 February 2024 by Diana Penamora
Logos for Big Tech companies, from left to right, Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft

1 in 7 people worldwide live with a disability and may need accessibility features like live captions, transcripts, switch controls, voice controls, and screen readers. Let’s take a look at how Big Tech companies come up with solutions to make their products accessible to those with disabilities.

Posted in People & Social Impact, Technology - Physical, Technology - Digital

How to Fix the 5 Most Common Web Accessibility Mistakes

Posted on 26 January 2024 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Person typing on their laptop

To help your website become more compliant with accessibility guidelines (and less likely to receive a lawsuit), we’ve compiled a list of the top five most common web accessibility mistakes and how you can fix them.

Posted in Community, Advice for Business, Technology - DigitalTagged Tips, Accessibility, advice

Mobile App Accessibility: A Must-Have for Reaching Wider Audiences

Posted on 12 January 2024 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
iPhone screen displaying various apps, including Messages, Photos, Camera, Map, and social media

In today’s fast-paced world of mobile technology, creating an app that caters to a diverse audience isn’t just a good idea—it’s a fundamental requirement.

Posted in Community, Advice for Business, Technology - DigitalTagged Accessibility, Mobile Apps

The Challenges of Using AI in Education

Posted on 7 December 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Young girl wearing a metal cap with a lightbulb on top. She has her hand on her chin and is standing in front of a blackboard covered in writing.

The classroom is no exception to the rise of AI usage, but while AI can be a stepping stone to learn something in greater depth, the growing reliance on it has raised concerns about cheating and academic integrity.

Posted in Technology - Digital, People & Social Impact, CommunityTagged artificial intelligence 

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 Technology - Digital, Advice for Individuals, CommunityTagged NVDA, Jaws, Accessibility

Why Colour Contrast Matters

Posted on 8 November 2023 (31 January 2024) by Diana Penamora
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple as seen by people with colourblindness. Red and orange, yellow and green, and blue and purple look very similar

Colour contrast has a huge impact on website and mobile app users; it changes the readability of a webpage, especially for those with low vision, colour blindness, or learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

Posted in Community, Technology - Digital, Advice for Business, WCAG specificationTagged advice, Accessibility, Tips
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