Microsoft’s response to Sony’s first-party gaming line up out of the gate is arguably softer than some fans would like, however, its response to gamers’ accessibility needs at least feels strong and thoughtful. Over the past few years, companies such … Read more
Accessibility, the ability for people with “visual, auditory, motor, speech or cognitive disabilities and their various assistive technologies” to interact with websites, is a too often overlooked area of web development. There are a number of tools to help devs … Read more
Keyboard shortcuts in Microsoft Teams helps people work and collaborate more efficiently. If you are already using your keyboard to chat with people in Microsoft Teams, then it makes sense to use keyboard shortcuts. Moreover, keyboard shortcuts can be easier … Read more
Microsoft Research has published four games to the Microsoft Store for Windows 10 devices, each of which aim to introduce eye control to those with speech or mobility disabilities thanks to the use of the Windows 10 Eye Control assistive … Read more
Microsoft’s Xbox division has a patent to design an Xbox Elite Wireless Controller that incorporates a panel on the back of the controller that houses a shifting Braille setup.
Microsoft has updated the Seeing AI app for iOS users today, further expanding its feature set for users who are blind or with low vision. The update now allows users to tap an object captured from the camera to hear a description of the item.
To celebrate the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Microsoft has announced upcoming support for live captions and subtitles in Powerpoint and Skype.
Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller is amongst the magazines fifty Best Inventions of 2018.
Microsoft has released another round of updates for their new Skype v8 app for desktop devices with new changes to improve the app’s accessibility features
It has been announced by Microsoft today that the Xbox Adaptive Controller is officially available for purchase.
For the fifth edition of the Microsoft One Week Hackathon, participants will be given a new book, “The Ability Hacks,” which looks back at how two hackathon teams created new technology to empower people with disabilities
Pre-orders for the Xbox Adaptive Controller are now open, for $99 and with a ship date of the Fall.
The new standard will make Braille displays more accessible for the visually impaired, and guarantee that they’re fully compatible with different devices and operating systems.
Microsoft has long been on a mission to empower every person and organization to achieve more, and today the company is highlighting how it’s done just that.
The Redmond giant chose to announce its new Xbox Adaptive Controller on Global Accessibility Awareness Day, and the new device will be priced at $99.99 USD and be available exclusively on the Microsoft Store.
SpecialEffect, which is known for customized gaming setups for those with physical disabilities, recently released EyeMine, which lets anyone with a Windows computer play Minecraft with eye-tracking hardware.
The features have long been available for testing with Windows Insiders, and range from new Ease of Access settings page, an improved Windows Narrator, enhanced eye control navigation, and much more.
The Skype team today posted an interesting note on their blog, noting that several accessibility improvements are on the way soon to the application on Mac, iOS, Windows, and Android.
The iPhone app can work in the background and automatically warns users about points of interests, roads and intersections.
The company received the recognition thanks to Eye Control on Windows 10, as well as their release of the Seeing AI app.
The free accessibility upgrade for customers who use assistive technologies will expire on December 31, 2017.