Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, while not explicitly designed as assistive technology, are gaining recognition for their potential to significantly improve accessibility and independence for many people. By integrating voice control, open-ear audio, and a camera into a stylish and commonly worn …

A new British crime drama, “Code of Silence,” has been making waves for its compelling plot and its significant contribution to on-screen inclusion. The series, which holds a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, centers on Alison Brooks, a deaf canteen worker portrayed by deaf actress…

The critically acclaimed period horror film, “Sinners,” is now available for streaming on Max, offering a groundbreaking viewing experience. In a first for a feature film, “Sinners” is accessible in Black American Sign Language (BASL), a distinct dialect of American Sign Lang…

Inspired by his grandparents’ struggles with modern technology due to motor tremors, high school junior Dhanvin Ganeshkumar is developing an assistive app called Swype AI. The application aims to make computers more accessible for people with motor disabilities, such as those caused by Parkins…

Ben Hogan, a certified prosthetist and orthotist, is tackling the global challenge of prosthetic limb accessibility by fabricating them from bicycle parts. Troubled by the World Health Organization’s finding that only 1 in 10 individuals needing a prosthetic receive one, Hogan developed a func…

In our visually rich digital world, Images convey vast amounts of information, tell stories, and evoke emotion. But what happens when these images are invisible to a segment of your audience? For millions of people who are blind, have low vision, or use assistive technologies like screen readers, th…

Apple recently shared some exciting news about powerful new features designed to make their devices even more accessible later this year. These tools aim to help people of all abilities use their iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and even Apple Vision Pro more easily, independently, and productiv…

Music is a universal language, a powerful form of expression that resonates deeply with individuals from all walks of life. Today, the toolkit available to musicians is expanding dramatically, with Artificial Intelligence emerging as a transformative force. Google’s Music AI Sandbox, a suite o…

The City of Olathe has taken a significant step towards greater inclusivity by introducing a fleet of unique water wheelchairs at its aquatic facilities, including local pools and Lake Olathe. This initiative, made possible through a collaboration with Variety KC, a non-profit dedicated to providing…

Imagine a classroom where the fluid movements of sign language unlock the complex logic of code. This is the scene at Deaf-in-Tech in Abuja, Nigeria, where facilitator Victor Oricha, who is Deaf himself, guides students like Umamatu Jiddah through the intricacies of programming. In Nigeria’s r…

Key takeaways about the SpellRing project: Wearable Translation: Researchers at Cornell University are developing SpellRing, a thumb-worn ring using micro-sonar and AI. Real-Time Fingerspelling: The device aims to translate American Sign Language (ASL) fingerspelling into text in real-time. Address…

For individuals living with late-stage Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), the progressive loss of muscle control can lead to a devastating “locked-in syndrome,” where communication becomes nearly impossible. Traditionally, eye-tracking technology has provided some relief, but even that…

Kia’s new PV5 electric van is designed with adaptability and accessibility at its core, making it a potentially transformative vehicle for wheelchair users and beyond. The van utilizes a flexible platform, the E-GMP.S, allowing for a variety of body styles and interior configurations. This …

Researchers at The Ohio State University led by Dr. Benjamin Segal, professor and chair of the department of neurology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine, have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform treatment for neurological injuries and disease…