There's a brand new ariaNotify() method — defined by the WAI-ARIA 1.3 Specification — that provides a means of programmatically triggering narration in a screen reader.

Apple marked Global Accessibility Awareness Day with Vision Pro eye-control updates and Bailey Hikawa’s adaptive MagSafe Grip & Stand for iPhone.

The silicone grip snaps magnetically, functions as a stand and was co-designed with people experiencing dexterity challenges.

PopSockets scaled production after initial limited sales, supporting inclusive design alongside built-in accessibility features.

The proliferation of TalkBack forks, promising improvements over the default screen reader, is concerning. These forks often ship with critical bugs that a knowledgeable developer would catch, highlighting a lack of understanding of the accessibility stack. This lack of expertise leads to a frustrating experience for blind users, who rely on these tools for daily access.

Unicode characters, while visually appealing, pose accessibility challenges for screen readers and are often associated with spam and scams. These characters can be misinterpreted by screen readers, leading to a frustrating experience for users, and may not render correctly on all devices. Additionally, their use in spam and homoglyph attacks makes them a security risk, further discouraging their use.

The article highlights six individuals advocating for accessibility and disability rights. Maayan Ziv created the AccessNow app to empower people with disabilities. Taylor Lindsey-Noel, Sarah Jama, Allison Lang, and Paige Layle are also advocates, using their platforms to raise awareness and promote inclusion.

Michael Monize, a wheelchair-using musician from Kitchener, Ontario, faced challenges finding accessible recording studios. After extensive searching, he found a suitable space at the Kitchener Public Library. Monize and his manager criticize the lack of accessibility in the region and the ineffectiveness of the provincial government’s accessibility complaint line.

The North Face’s new Universal Collection, developed with adaptive athletes, aims to make outdoor recreation more accessible. The collection includes a zipperless sleeping bag, an accessible tent, a daypack with adaptive carry options, and other products designed to remove barriers for Disabled users. By prioritizing accessibility from the start, the collection seeks to normalize the experiences of Disabled people and create a more inclusive outdoor industry.

Learn how PlayStation is helping developers build more accessible and inclusive games through direct collaboration with accessibility experts and players.

WAI-ARIA 1.3, still a draft, focuses on enhancing document semantics, annotations, and braille output for rich document editors and complex interfaces. New features include roles for suggestions, comments, and marked content, as well as attributes for accessible descriptions and braille-specific labels and role descriptions. While these features offer greater flexibility, developers should prioritize native HTML semantics and thoroughly test implementations before relying on them in production.

ARIA 1.3 introduces changes to improve accessibility for complex web applications. These include allowing aria-details and aria-errormessage to reference multiple elements, clarifying the use of aria-haspopup, and aligning aria-level with HTML heading levels. While these features offer more expressive accessibility, developers should use them cautiously and prioritize native HTML whenever possible.

Mr. T, a wheelchair user, faces accessibility challenges in a non-adapted temporary flat after his council home became uninhabitable. The author expresses frustration with Labour’s focus on leadership contests instead of funding councils to address such issues.

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Rachel Lyons, who lives in Ottawa with her service dog Geneva, shares her experiences navigating public spaces. She emphasizes the importance of respecting service dogs’ boundaries, as distractions can jeopardize her safety and Geneva’s training. Lyons highlights the positive impact Geneva has had on her life, enabling her to be independent and manage her disabilities.

Apple announced major accessibility updates powered by Apple Intelligence, including enhanced VoiceOver and Magnifier with AI-generated descriptions, natural language Voice Control, and an upgraded Accessibility Reader. New features also include automated subtitles for personal videos, wheelchair control with Apple Vision Pro, and various smaller updates like larger text on Apple TV and improved hearing aid support.

The medieval church’s acknowledgement that signs were equivalent to a spoken language was transformative for deaf people.

At Apple’s Carnegie Library in D.C., Apple brought together leaders, artists, and disability advocates to mark 50 years of making technology accessible to everyone.

It's a dialogue-free experience focused on a non-speaking child who uses AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).

Access to Success says its new physical space will help founders build among peers.

The gap between performative allyship and genuine disability inclusion isn’t subtle. It’s the difference between changing your culture and changing your logo.

Artificial intelligence is helping blind people access visual feedback about their bodies, sometimes for the first time. The consequences are only just emerging.

LG Electronics has introduced a new accessibility-focused kiosk designed to make self-service technology more inclusive for people with disability and the elderly. The solution was recently showcased at CSUN AT 2026, the global assistive technology conference. The kiosk, developed in collaboration with Dot, an organisation specialising in Braille devices, integrates…

A student-built digital map at the University of Michigan is offering a practical example of what accessible design can look like when it starts with real user needs. The web-based tool, called MGuide, was developed by incoming doctoral student Luna. It takes a different approach to traditional campus maps, focusing…

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SEOUL, April 13 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s Supreme Court has ruled that major e-commerce platforms must make their websites …

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For Zoey Merkestyn, bowling has been therapeutic and a great way to live with her cerebral palsy. Now, she is heading to national tournaments to tell the world anything is possible, if you put your mind to it.

A hearing system that monitors brain waves could help people with hearing loss communicate in noisy environments.

Safari 17.4 introduced a native HTML switch element, progressively enhancing <input type=“checkbox”> with the switch attribute. A polyfill is available for browsers lacking native support, adding accessibility features like ARIA roles and high-contrast support. The polyfill also handles writing modes and directionality, and is available on npm and GitHub.

With the end of the year approaching, I was doing some tax prep. I asked the Windows version of Copilot to convert a final pay summary from my last employer into something that was more readable. T…

Blind Access Journal, led by Darrell Hilliker, NU7I, is launching a community initiative to improve the accessibility of WSJT-X for blind, low-vision, and mobility-impaired Amateur Radio operators. The project aims to enhance keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, and visual accommodations, with a focus on making the Band Activity and Rx Frequency tables accessible. Experienced Amateur Radio software developers are invited to volunteer and collaborate on this initiative.

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Many accessibility hacks, like electric toothbrushes and Aga cookers, were originally designed for people with disabilities but are now widely used. These innovations, along with features like tactile packaging and smart glasses, benefit everyone by improving efficiency and convenience. The author, a blind person, highlights how these tools enhance their daily life and emphasizes the need for a more inclusive perspective on accessibility.

German regulators have declared accessibility overlays a barrier to certification, stating they cannot reliably assess websites using them. Organizations should avoid overlays and instead conduct proper accessibility audits and implement genuine, code-level accessibility solutions.

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New global research from Disability:IN and LinkedIn reveals a powerful workforce trend: professionals with disabilities are advancing- but often by switching firms to do so. Explore the research that will shape your workforce strategy for years to come.

Grab yours while supplies last. Apple has launched a limited edition iPhone grip and stand, designed by Bailey Hikawa "through an extensive interview...

Baltimore, MD (November 18, 2025): The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is proud to announce a partnership with ElevenLabs, bringing the innovative ElevenReader platform to blind readers across the United States.

All web developers know, at some level, that accessibility is important. But when push comes to shove, it can be hard to prioritize it above a bazillion other concerns when you’re trying to c…

UK charity launches new digital archive that champions the legacy of disability arts and activism for public access

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If you follow me on social media, one of the themes you’ll find I talk about fairly often related to accessibility is how text that isn’t shown visually needs to have better verificatio…

A study assessed an LLM’s ability to generate accessible HTML code, revealing concerning shortcomings. The model demonstrated a superficial understanding of accessibility, often including unnecessary ARIA attributes and failing to address fundamental issues like form labelling and keyboard navigation. The findings underscore the need to improve training data to ensure AI-generated code adheres to accessibility best practices. The text discusses the limitations of AI-generated code in terms of accessibility, highlighting issues like improper use of HTML elements, lack of error state management, and unnecessary JavaScript. It suggests that these limitations can be addressed by improving training data, fine-tuning models for accessibility, and integrating accessibility considerations into prompt engineering and IDE integrations. The author emphasizes the importance of prioritizing accessibility in AI-generated code to ensure a more inclusive web.