New Media
Skype becomes accessible on the iPhone 3GS
Monday, 18 January 2010 09:51
A number of iPhone users are reporting that the latest version of Skype for the iPhone 3GS has been updated to work with VoiceOver, the text-to-speech feature.
Kurzweil to release free interactive Blio e-reader with access features
Friday, 08 January 2010 11:04
Kurzweil, best known for its development of SMS on mobile phones and assistive technology products, will release a free PC e-reader application called the Blio that includes access features and a million free books.
Read more: Kurzweil to release free interactive Blio e-reader with access features
DAISY player now available on the iPhone
Thursday, 07 January 2010 08:13
The Digital Accessible Information System (DAISY) format, generally used for the creation and distribution of audio books for people who are blind or vision impaired, has now been brought to the iPhone and the iPod touch.
EU promises universal access for users with disabilities
Tuesday, 05 January 2010 13:31
In December 2009, the European Parliament passed a directive to specifically address the needs of users with disabilities in electronic communications networks and services. This new directive effectively amends the 2002 universal service directive.
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UK sets further steps for Video On Demand access
Monday, 21 December 2009 07:50
Ofcom, the UK broadcast regulator, has set out further conditions for industry providing access for vision impaired and hearing impaired people accessing Video On Demand (VOD) services.
New challenges ahead for an accessible web
Friday, 18 December 2009 09:28
As the end of the year approaches, it is worth considering the strides that have been made in making the web accessible to all. Only recently Media Access Australia reported on a WebAIM survey stating 46 percent of respondents thought that web content has become more accessible. CNET News has also cited a number of significant trends in web accessibility as we approach the end of 2009.
Inclusive design the key to Twitter’s survival?
Tuesday, 15 December 2009 10:28
What will determine the future success of social media players? A report by Media Access Australia suggests that players such as Twitter will have to focus on inclusive and accessible design to continue their meteoric rise.
WebAIM publishes screen reader user survey results
Wednesday, 09 December 2009 11:11
In October 2009, WebAIM conducted a survey of preferences of screen reader users. In total, WebAIM received 665 valid responses to the screen reader user survey.
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Kindle e-reader to include audible menu system
Wednesday, 09 December 2009 10:59
Amazon has committed itself to two new Kindle features for blind and vision-impaired readers in 2010. The updates will include audible menus and a new super size font for easier navigation.
Putting you in touch with the latest audio entertainment
Monday, 07 December 2009 06:47
When the Christmas break finally arrives it can be difficult to find interesting activities to fill up your days. To ensure your break isn’t a bore Media Access Australia (MAA) has updated this website with hours of the latest audio entertainment from the ABC, SBS and BBC.
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