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  • How the Techshare Pro audience responded to Slido

    Guest Blogger | 19 Feb 2019
    By Marta Valle, Accessibility and Usability Consultant at AbilityNet In part two of a two part blog, Marta shares how the Slido Q&A platform was received by the audience at Techshare Pro...

  • Note-taking hacks for students with Dyslexia

    Jessica Doyle | 15 Feb 2019
    In the first of a new series of 'Hack in a box' blogs, we highlight some of the ways that Microsoft's OneNote can support students with Dyslexia.

  • Will the next generation of robots help us feel less lonely?

    Adam Tweed | 13 Feb 2019
    Loneliness has a huge impact on our lives and 85% of young disabled people say they feel lonely. Can the next generation of robots really help us feel less lonely?

  • The A to Z of Google Accessibility

    Guest Blogger | 12 Feb 2019
    Google's senior programme manager for accessibility Chris Patnoe talks about how it makes accessible products and highlights a variety of accessibility features across Google's product range. 

  • New free app uses Apple's ARKit to help the blind find the way

    Robin.Christopherson | 11 Feb 2019
    A recent (and very misguided) craze was to blindfold oneself and try to undertake tasks that would normally only ever be done with your eyes wide open. The app we're taking a look at below is in no way an invitation to navigate your surroundings 'eyes-free' but, for those who are well-used to the...

  • Hot shortlist for Global Mobile Accessibility Award 2019 announced

    Robin.Christopherson | 01 Feb 2019
    I am very proud to be a judge at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (25-28 Feb) for the fourth year running. There was once again a great set of entries - and now the shortlist of finalists for the 'Best Use of Mobile for Accessibility & Inclusion' has been released, so let's take a look.

  • How assistive technology can increase interaction at events

    Guest Blogger | 31 Jan 2019
    By Marta Valle, Accessibility and Usability Consultant at AbilityNetIn part one of a two part blog, Marta introduces her experience of working with Q&A platform Slido to develop an accessible version for Techshare Pro... Last summer, just after the Tech4Good Awards, I went to an event with our...

  • New IKEA smart blinds helping the blind

    Robin.Christopherson | 23 Jan 2019
    Take a moment to consider the possible implications of a blind person or couple forgetting to close the curtains or turn off the lights before going to bed. Having no light perception means that that is a very possible eventuality - and perhaps even a regular occurrence. Now IKEA are helping bring...

  • How tech is making theatre accessible to all: TechShare Pro 2018

    Claudia.Cahalane | 22 Jan 2019
    At AbilityNet’s accessible technology event TechShare Pro 2018 on 30 November 2018, delegates heard how the theatre industry is working to create shows that can be more fully enjoyed by those with hearing or sight loss.

  • Eight websites that didn't want my money... #clickawaypound 2019

    Guest Blogger | 18 Jan 2019
    By Rick Williams, co-author of the Click-Away Pound SurveyRick Williams, who is blind, gives his own recent experiences of inaccessible websites to mark the launch of the Click-Away Pound Survey 2019.
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