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Microsoft is now helping developers to make their Xbox and PC games more inclusive

March 6, 2021February 17, 2021 by Kareem Anderson
Microsoft is now helping developers to make their Xbox and PC games more inclusive OnMSFT.com February 17, 2021

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

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Edge gets new “axe” accessibility tester extension from Deque Systems

March 6, 2021October 22, 2020 by Kip Kniskern
Deque Axe Extension

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

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How to use keyboard shortcuts in Microsoft Teams

March 6, 2021April 29, 2020 by Dave W. Shanahan
Microsoft, Microsoft Teams, Keyboard Shortcuts

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

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Microsoft Research brings four new accessibility games than can be played with your eyes

June 18, 2019 by Jonny Caldwell
Microsoft Research brings four new accessibility games than can be played with your eyes OnMSFT.com June 18, 2019

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

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New Microsoft patent shows Xbox controller with haptic Braille output

April 13, 2021May 6, 2019 by Kareem Anderson
New Microsoft patent shows Xbox controller with haptic Braille output OnMSFT.com May 6, 2019

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.

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Seeing AI app for blind or low vision users gets feature updates, native iPad support

March 12, 2019 by Jonny Caldwell
Seeing AI app for blind or low vision users gets feature updates, native iPad support OnMSFT.com March 12, 2019

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.

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Skype, PowerPoint become more accessible with live captions and subtitles

December 3, 2018 by Laurent Giret
Skype, PowerPoint become more accessible with live captions and subtitles OnMSFT.com December 3, 2018

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.

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Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller ranked one of the top inventions of 2018

November 16, 2018 by Kareem Anderson
Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller ranked one of the top inventions of 2018 OnMSFT.com November 16, 2018

Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller is amongst the magazines fifty Best Inventions of 2018.

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Skype focuses on accessibility with latest version 8.0 updates

November 1, 2018 by Jonny Caldwell
Skype focuses on accessibility with latest version 8.0 updates OnMSFT.com November 1, 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

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Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller officially launches today

September 4, 2018 by Arif Bacchus
Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller officially launches today OnMSFT.com September 4, 2018

It has been announced by Microsoft today that the Xbox Adaptive Controller is officially available for purchase.

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Microsoft celebrates “hackers” with release of new book as annual Hackathon begins

July 23, 2018 by Laurent Giret

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

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You can now pre-order Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller for $99 and get it by the Fall

June 11, 2018 by Arif Bacchus

Pre-orders for the Xbox Adaptive Controller are now open, for $99 and with a ship date of the Fall.

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Microsoft, Apple work together on USB HID standard for Braille displays

May 31, 2018 by Laurent Giret
Microsoft, Apple work together on USB HID standard for Braille displays OnMSFT.com May 31, 2018

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.

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Microsoft celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day

May 17, 2018 by Arif Bacchus
Microsoft celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day OnMSFT.com May 17, 2018

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.

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Microsoft’s customizable Xbox Adaptative controller is official and will launch later this year

May 17, 2018 by Laurent Giret
Microsoft’s customizable Xbox Adaptative controller is official and will launch later this year OnMSFT.com May 17, 2018

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.

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New EyeMine software lets the physically impaired play Minecraft with their eyes

April 18, 2018 by Arif Bacchus
New EyeMine software lets the physically impaired play Minecraft with their eyes OnMSFT.com April 18, 2018

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.

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Microsoft is making accessibility plans across the board: here’s what’s on tap for Windows 10

March 19, 2018 by Arif Bacchus
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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.

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Skype plans accessibility improvements

March 19, 2018 by Arif Bacchus
Skype plans accessibility improvements OnMSFT.com March 19, 2018

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.

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Microsoft’s Soundscape iOS app uses 3D audio technology to assist the visually impaired

March 1, 2018 by Laurent Giret

The iPhone app can work in the background and automatically warns users about points of interests, roads and intersections.

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Eye Control on Windows 10 helps Microsoft win the Helen Keller Achievement Award

December 22, 2017 by Arif Bacchus
Eye Control on Windows 10 helps Microsoft win the Helen Keller Achievement Award OnMSFT.com December 22, 2017

The company received the recognition thanks to Eye Control on Windows 10, as well as their release of the Seeing AI app.

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PSA: Free Windows 10 upgrade for customers using assistive technologies ends on December 31, 2017

October 30, 2017 by Laurent Giret
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The free accessibility upgrade for customers who use assistive technologies will expire on December 31, 2017.

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