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KOMP, a one-button computer for seniors: Your Questions Answered

Sarah Botterill | 27 Jan 2021

KOMP is a one-button computer designed with and for older people from company No Isolation, which aims to reduce social isolation. We featured KOMP in one of our recent AbilityNet Live! series.
GrandPad a tablet for seniors: Your Questions Answered

Sarah Botterill | 27 Jan 2021

GrandPad is a tablet designed with, and for older people. We featured it in one of our recent AbilityNet Live! series.
Online retail is booming, but is it accessible?

Sarah Botterill | 25 Jan 2021

Online retail is booming but unless retailers make their websites accessible they'll exclude disabled people and miss out on millions in lost revenue. The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to shopping online with digital giant Boohoo looking to snap up Debenhams and ASOS in the fray to...
How to make your website accessible for disabled people

Sarah Botterill | 21 Jan 2021

There’s never been a better or more urgent time to ensure that your website or service is accessible. While lockdowns have hit the High Street hard, online retail is booming, and disabled people are key customers for digital services.Here are ten ways AbilityNet can help you make your website more...
How to boost your accessibility prowess

Annie Mannion | 18 Jan 2021

Develop your skills in digital accessibility and inclusivity with AbilityNet's online training courses.
Accessibility Insights monthly webinars with key accessibility figures

Annie Mannion | 12 Jan 2021

Our Accessibility Insights series of monthly webinars has included guests from Microsoft, ATOS, Barclays, and Sainsbury's.
How tech changed Christmas for older people

Guest Blogger | 07 Jan 2021

AbilityNet volunteer brightened up a lady’s Christmas by introducing her to tech.
Make Alexa part of an amazingly accessible 2021

Robin.Christopherson | 06 Jan 2021

Accessibility features highlighted in the new Alexa Accessibility Hub are helping people be more connected, entertained and independent.
A round up of tech support options for students

Annie Mannion | 06 Jan 2021

University life is so exciting. However, this past year and for the near future, being a student is a little bit different. AbilityNet is here to offer you help and advice about making the best of the situation.
New accessibility training courses for higher and further education

Annie Mannion | 05 Jan 2021

Sign up for February and March accessibility training for HE and FE professionals.

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