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  • Amazing accessibility resources from Microsoft

    Robin Christopherson | 26 May 2022
    We’re living in an age where digital isn’t just desirable – it’s at the very heart of our work, rest and play. If possible, for people with disabilities, it’s even more important than that. 
  • How well have the public sector accessibility regulations been applied?

    Robin Christopherson | 17 May 2022
    The Central Digital and Data Office report finds digital accessibility issues on nearly all tested websites.
  • The 7 principles of universal design

    Robin Christopherson | 06 Apr 2022
    These seven principles guide the design process and educate designers and consumers about the characteristics of more usable products and environments, says Robin Christopherson MBE, AbilityNet's Head of Digital Inclusion.
  • Intel and GoodMaps collaborate to make indoor mapping technology accessible

    Robin Christopherson | 25 Mar 2022
    Robin Christopherson, AbilityNet's Head of Digital Inclusion provides an overview on Intel and GoodMaps collaboration to make indoor mapping technology accessible.
  • New hearing aid feature unmuffles voices of masked speakers

    Robin Christopherson | 18 Feb 2022
    The new EarGo 6 uses smart technology to improve understanding when someone’s voice is muffled by a mask.
  • Three cool smart glasses to help people who are blind or have sight loss

    Robin Christopherson | 02 Feb 2022
    This blog has been updated! Originally published 04/04/18. Amended 02/02/22 The world's largest assistive technology fair CSUN was held in San Diego, March 2018. Among the many forward-looking tech items on show, there were three noteable smart glasses with integrated internet-connected cameras....
  • Robot Labrador Retriever helps people live independently

    Robin Christopherson | 26 Jan 2022
    Robin Christopherson, AbilityNet's Head of Digital Inclusion provides an overview of the 'Labrador Retriever' robot.
  • Useful insights into driverless vehicles for people with disabilities by Australian government

    Robin Christopherson | 26 Jan 2022
    AbilityNet's Head of Digital Inclusion reviews Australia’s recent Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications partnered project with LaTrobe University and the iMOVE Cooperative Research Centre.
  • How changing the settings on your iPad and iPhone can help people with tremors and other dexterity difficulties

    Robin Christopherson | 12 Jan 2022
    The latest version of the software that powers iPads and iPhones - iOS 10 - includes significant improvements for people with tremors or other dexterity issues that will take their access to a whole new level.
  • Top tips for supporting your employees with dyslexia

    Robin Christopherson | 14 Dec 2021
    Discriminating against your employees with dyslexia has been against the law since the first disability discrimination legislation was introduced over 20 years ago. But it's in the news today as a result of Starbucks employee Meseret Kumulchew winning her disability discrimination case.
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