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Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

SteamOS now officially supports a second handheld

Valve integrates Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS, marking a new era of handheld gaming.
SteamOS sees expanded compatibility with more AMD-powered devices and new accessibility features.
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free First Thursdays at SF's Museum of Craft and Design

The Museum of Craft and Design provides free admission every first Thursday, making art, craft, and design accessible to all in San Francisco.
Mission District
#game-development
fromHackernoon
2 weeks ago
Software development

Godot 4.5 dev 3: Script Backtracing, Inspector Section Toggles, and More | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
2 weeks ago
Software development

Godot 4.5 dev 3: Script Backtracing, Inspector Section Toggles, and More | HackerNoon

Video games
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

As the game industry cuts back, accessibility is feeling the impact

The progress in video game accessibility has stalled after initial advancements during the pandemic.
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Birds of a Feather

The scrappy operation first hatched early on in the pandemic—an obviously dismal time for the restaurant industry. While they hung out in the kitchen of a deserted Güero, which was open for takeout only, kitchen manager Audrey Tawdry and employee Greg Smith would pass time by swapping their latest birdwatching updates.
Portland food
#urban-development
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

#disability
SF LGBT
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This gorgeous digital platform reframes disability as a source of culture and creativity

Visible Voices repositions disability as a celebration of culture and creativity, promoting pride in one's identity.
Arts
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Axis Dance finds new ways to break ground in Kinematic'

Axis Dance Company merges movement, technology, and inclusion in its latest production 'Kinematic/Kinesthetic'.
SF LGBT
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This gorgeous digital platform reframes disability as a source of culture and creativity

Visible Voices repositions disability as a celebration of culture and creativity, promoting pride in one's identity.
Arts
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Axis Dance finds new ways to break ground in Kinematic'

Axis Dance Company merges movement, technology, and inclusion in its latest production 'Kinematic/Kinesthetic'.
#architecture
#elearning
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
4 days ago

stupidDOPE now in Urdu! Trending global content, now in your language | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

stupidDOPE is now accessible in over 100 languages, including Urdu, allowing a broader audience to engage with their culturally rich and diverse content.
Social media marketing
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Disability activist stranded on Liverpool Street platform after staff 'refused to get ramp'

A disability activist was denied assistance at a train station, highlighting ongoing issues of accessibility and respect for disabled individuals.
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

Kogel Kolossos ST Cuts Cost of Oversize Pulley Performance by 30-35% with Steel Balls

Kogel's Kolossos ST oversized derailleur cage offers significant drivetrain efficiency at a 30% lower price, using stainless steel bearings, making it more accessible without major downsides.
Bicycling
#gamechat
#apple
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Apple

Apple will add App Store accessibility labels and new support for brain interface controls

Apple
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Apple to add fresh accessibility features for 2025

Apple is enhancing accessibility features in their products, making technology inclusive for everyone.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day underscores the importance of accessibility in tech.
Wearables
fromWIRED
6 days ago

WiiM Intros Sonos-Killing Smart Speaker and Apple and Google Get More Accessible-Gear News of the Week

Apple and Google have announced new accessibility features in honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day.
Major updates include enhanced Live Listen capabilities, Braille Access, and convenience features for both Android and Apple devices.
Apple
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Apple to launch new accessibility features for people with vision or hearing impairments

Apple introduces new iOS accessibility features to support users with vision and hearing impairments while emphasizing that accessibility should not come at a high cost.
Apple
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Apple partners with a brain-computer startup to turn thoughts into device control

Apple's partnership with Synchron aims to advance brain-computer interfaces for enhanced device accessibility.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Apple's new Accessibility Reader can customize text across apps - and in real life

Apple introduces Accessibility Reader for customizable reading experiences enhancing accessibility.
The feature integrates with the Magnifier app to modify text in physical environments.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Apple will add App Store accessibility labels and new support for brain interface controls

Apple's latest accessibility updates focus on enhancing features for individuals with disabilities across its devices.
Apple
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Apple to add fresh accessibility features for 2025

Apple is enhancing accessibility features in their products, making technology inclusive for everyone.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day underscores the importance of accessibility in tech.
Wearables
fromWIRED
6 days ago

WiiM Intros Sonos-Killing Smart Speaker and Apple and Google Get More Accessible-Gear News of the Week

Apple and Google have announced new accessibility features in honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day.
Major updates include enhanced Live Listen capabilities, Braille Access, and convenience features for both Android and Apple devices.
fromCSS-Tricks
1 week ago

HTML Email Accessibility Report 2025 | CSS-Tricks

According to EMC, only 21 emails passed all accessibility checks - and they were all written by the same author representing two different brands. This highlights the pervasive issue in email accessibility.
UX design
#ai-features
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Meta Ray-Bans get two new accessibility features for low-vision users

Meta Ray-Ban glasses enhance accessibility with new features for low-vision users, improving navigation and support.
fromLindsey Gamble
1 week ago
Typography

TikTok Introduces AI Generated Alt Text and Enhanced Accessibility Features for Visual Impairments - Lindsey Gamble

Wearables
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Meta Ray-Bans get two new accessibility features for low-vision users

Meta Ray-Ban glasses enhance accessibility with new features for low-vision users, improving navigation and support.
fromLindsey Gamble
1 week ago
Typography

TikTok Introduces AI Generated Alt Text and Enhanced Accessibility Features for Visual Impairments - Lindsey Gamble

#user-experience
UX design
fromMedium
1 week ago

Supporting users with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges

Designing for mental health should prioritize accessibility and user input.
Psychology is crucial in creating supportive user experiences.
UX design
fromMedium
1 week ago

Supporting users with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges

Designing for mental health should prioritize accessibility and user input.
Psychology is crucial in creating supportive user experiences.
UX design
fromLitmus
2 weeks ago

Email Marketer's Guide to Coding for Accessibility

Accessibility is essential for email success, enhancing user experience and conversion rates.
Clean code and design improve email accessibility for everyone, not just those with disabilities.
Using tools like Litmus can help ensure your emails are accessible to all subscribers.
fromjQuery Script
1 week ago

Modern Custom Select Plugin Styled with Tailwind CSS - jQuery IO Select

IO Select is a lightweight jQuery plugin that enhances standard select elements into searchable tags inputs styled with Tailwind CSS, featuring multiple selection options.
jQuery
#technology
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

This Startup Has Created AI-Powered Signing Avatars for the Deaf

Silence Speaks aims to enable real-time sign language translation to improve accessibility for the deaf community.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta's smart glasses can now describe what you're seeing in more detail

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Mobile UX

You can zoom to read in Chrome for Android with these new AI and accessibility features

Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

This Startup Has Created AI-Powered Signing Avatars for the Deaf

Silence Speaks aims to enable real-time sign language translation to improve accessibility for the deaf community.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta's smart glasses can now describe what you're seeing in more detail

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Mobile UX

You can zoom to read in Chrome for Android with these new AI and accessibility features

fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

A significant power cut on the London Underground led to the closure of 20 stations, causing major delays and criticism of Transport for London's communication.
London food
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Chrome's Android app will now let you zoom in on text without affecting the webpage

Google's TalkBack now allows follow-up questions about images, enhancing accessibility.
Chrome on Android updates text zooming feature for better navigation.
Optical Character Recognition now automatically recognizes scanned PDFs on desktop.
Google's Expressive Captions add emotional context to real-time audio.
#semantic-html
fromMedium
1 week ago

Figma Sites: innovation or exploitation?

Proper class structures are essential for readability and maintainability; semantic HTML elements like <header>, <nav>, and <article> provide clarity and improve accessibility.
UX design
#tiktok
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Typography

TikTok rolls out new accessibility tools, including AI-generated ALT text | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Typography

TikTok rolls out new accessibility tools, including AI-generated ALT text | TechCrunch

fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Semi-private Airline Just Launched Flights Between Florida and Nantucket-With Business-class Seats, Michelin-starred Dining, and No TSA Lines

The new Nantucket service builds upon existing shuttle operations between South Florida and New York, including Westchester County Airport and other member-only terminals.
NYC startup
#public-transport
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago
London food

Step-free access arrives at Stoneleigh station as new lifts and footbridge are opened

fromianVisits
2 weeks ago
London food

Step-free access arrives at Stoneleigh station as new lifts and footbridge are opened

fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Princess Diana playground granted 3m upgrade

The planned accessibility improvements will mean that the playground is open and welcoming to all children.
Renovation
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

MTA opens biker's paradise' on RFK Triborough Bridge

MTA enhances bicycle and pedestrian access on key bridges, promoting safe urban mobility.
Alternative transportation
fromeLearning
1 week ago

Word Search Accessibility - eLearning

Adobe Captivate offers various accessibility features to ensure that interactive content, such as word searches, can be effectively used by individuals with disabilities.
Arts
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

The collective experience of translating art for people who are blind

The Emilio Caraffa Museum is the first in Argentina to offer a fully accessible exhibition for the visually impaired.
Marketing tech
fromTechRadar
2 weeks ago

AI in Marketing isn't a leap anymore - it's the new baseline

The rapid advancement of AI is transforming how we work and create, requiring intentionality to avoid losing sight of important aspects.
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

The least used tube station, Roding Valley, is now facing accessibility issues, highlighting the challenges in London's transport infrastructure. Future upgrades are planned.
London food
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

GNOME Foundation has a new executive director

The new executive director Steven Deobald aims to improve accessibility within GNOME, spotlighting the need for better tools for individuals with disabilities in the Free Software community.
Women in technology
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Charing Cross station is getting a Changing Places accessible toilet

Charing Cross station's long-closed pub will be transformed into a modern Changing Places accessible toilet and a larger retail space.
London food
fromLindsey Gamble
2 weeks ago

YouTube Adds Auto-Generated, Customizable Captions to Shorts - Lindsey Gamble

YouTube's new caption features for Shorts enhance the creative editing tools available to creators, allowing for auto-generated captions and customizable text styles, thus improving engagement.
Typography
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

How to securely attach an Apple AirTag to pretty much anything

Durable holders for AirTags can enhance security and accessibility for users.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago

Luxury Meets Accessibility-Main Level Living in Vienna - Washingtonian

This exquisite Vienna estate seamlessly blends luxury with accessibility, offering ideal main-level living along with discreet modifications that enhance the home's functionality.
Silicon Valley real estate
Mental health
fromKqed
1 month ago

Can AI Replace Your Therapist? The Benefits, Risks and Unsettling Truths | KQED

AI therapy offers accessible mental health support but should not replace human therapists.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-ed | Fully-funded MTA capital plan means big improvements for NYC riders in years ahead | amNewYork

The new $68.4 billion Capital Plan aims to enhance New York's subway and rail services with improved infrastructure and accessibility, directly benefiting daily commuters.
NYC politics
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