“Wishcessibility” is the well-intentioned but misguided attempts to improve accessibility, often resulting in harm. This can include following accessibility guidelines without testing, relying on inaccurate information, or implementing accessibility overlays. To combat wishcessibility, we need to move beyond compliance and focus on the actual human experiences of disabled users, requiring systemic support and buy-in for accessibility work.

TechShare Pro 2025 highlighted key trends in inclusive technology, emphasizing the rapid advancement of accessibility. The conference explored the impact of AI on assistive technology, the growing importance of voice interfaces, and the need to consider neurodiversity in design. It also stressed the significance of embedding accessibility from the start of projects, navigating evolving regulations, and recognizing accessibility as a driver of brand value and commercial success.

A new setting in Microsoft Word for Windows allows screen reader users to navigate documents using the up and down arrow keys based on logical reading order. This feature, which is disabled by default, can be enabled in the Accessibility options. It improves navigation for columns of text, multi-page views, tables, text wrapped around images, and dropped cap letters.

A blind screen reader user encountered accessibility issues during an online banking identity verification process. Unlabeled buttons and inaccessible pop-ups led to account restrictions and hours of recovery work. This highlights the importance of accessible mobile banking for usability, customer trust, and operational risk reduction.

A call to create products that adapt to different cognitive approaches.

The concept of the “accessibility unicorn” is often dismissed as unrealistic. However, the issue lies not in the existence of such individuals, but in the unrealistic expectations placed upon them, including inadequate budgets, limited resources, and a lack of a long-term strategy.

The creation of a dedicated accessibility stage at CES 2023 led to poor coverage of accessibility products and innovations. This segregation risks creating “accessibility ghettos” of inferior, expensive products and hinders mainstream media’s understanding of accessibility in mainstream technology. The author advocates for integrating accessibility into the mainstream CES to ensure broader coverage and encourage all manufacturers to prioritize accessibility.

With new global standards reshaping expectations, Ayala Gordon and Sarah Lewthwaite argue that accessibility must move from compliance afterthought to strategic priority across every part of the university.

A structured Claude Code template for creating accessibility mods that make games playable with screen readers - HappyStarfish/Accessibility-mod-template

GrabScanGo, in partnership with Storm Interface and Vispero, has launched an accessible self-checkout experience for visually impaired shoppers. The solution integrates tactile hardware and screen-reader technology, allowing users to independently scan items, review purchases, and pay. This ADA-compliant system is available now and is being showcased at NRF 2026.

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.

Blazor Ramp aims to provide a suite of modular, accessible-first Blazor components, delivered individually via NuGet.

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.

A collection of bad practices in HTML, copied from real websites.

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.

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.

Google TalkBack version 16.2 introduces several new features, including text formatting reporting, a double-tap gesture for voice dictation with Gboard, and Browse Mode for quick web page navigation. The Enhanced keymap is required for Browse Mode and offers customizable shortcuts. Additional features include gesture assignments for date, time, and battery percentage, split tap to activate focused items, and an option to announce keyboard keys faster.

The author explores the characteristics that make accessibility overlays problematic, focusing on toolbars, automated accessibility fixes, and unethical marketing. The author argues that toolbars should not imply support for specific disabilities, automated fixes should be purpose-built and not generalized, and marketing should not mislead users about compliance. The author uses their own WP Accessibility plugin and Elementor’s A11y plugin as examples to illustrate these points.

Scripts and documentation about accessible version of Fedora - vojtapolasek/vojtux

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

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.

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…

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Fable’s new pay-per-project model provides quick feedback from disabled people using assistive technology. The service offers valuable insights into usability and accessibility, helping to improve the design and development process. The author received actionable feedback from seven participants, highlighting the importance of direct representation from disabled users.

Fable’s pay-per-project service provides valuable insights into how digital experiences work for disabled users. The service offers dedicated tools to communicate findings and improve accessibility. While the service is a gift, there are concerns about how organizations will interpret and act on the feedback, especially those without specialized training in inclusive user research.

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Target launches a first-of-its-kind accessible self-checkout experience, created with and for people with disabilities. Rolling out in stores now through early 2026.

Innovation, research and user insight are creating more inclusive ways to pay.

A customizable, WCAG-conformant cookie consent banner with GDPR, CCPA compliance. Latest version: 1.0.0, last published: 4 minutes ago. Start using @afixt/accessible-cookie-banner in your project by running npm i @afixt/accessible-cookie-banner. There are no other projects in the npm registry using @afixt/accessible-cookie-banner.

Why LLMs should not be integrated with screen readers

Canadians with vision loss are adapting AI-powered glasses for daily life, finding freedom in the technology — and challenges in its risks.

UK study findings may challenge assumptions about who benefits most from AI tools.

Unity is updating its game engine so developers can leverage the built-in screen reading software in desktop operating systems.

About accessibility, flawed arguments and assumptions

WP Accessibility 2.2.0 includes one major new feature and one substantial change. New Feature: Video Pausing The major new feature is an option that will

This specification defines eBraille, a digital reading format for braille publications.

At Midwest RepRap Festival (MRRF) 2024 I met the non-profit group See3D, a group which sources 3D prints from volunteers for distribution to blind/visually impaired people. At their booth they had …

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Product Owners and Product Managers who focus on digital accessibility can really make an impact to ensure compliance with regulations like the European Accessibility Act. Read on for 5 actions you should take now.

For people with disabilities, finding a trail that's sufficiently accessible can be a challenge. The new Inclusive Trails application from the National Capital Commission aims to change that.

Uber is tackling trip refusals through policy, information, and inclusive product design.

Live AI, Be My Eyes, and some situations when people might want to skip smart glasses.

Your trusted plugin is evolving to bring accessibility front and center

: Deaf professor who worked on one product says developers won’t listen to feedback – about their products or their tech bro ways

Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients say they've been left without critical services for more than two months since CHS workers hit the picket line.

Toymaker Mattel worked with Breakthrough T1D to create a Barbie doll who visibly lives with type 1 diabetes and carries an insulin pump.

SceneScout, combines Apple Maps with a multimodal LLM to provide interactive, AI-generated descriptions of street view images.

As they approach graduation, most high schoolers are busy learning, training and planning their futures. But disabled students have fewer opportunities. Experts want more programs made available to help them transition into adulthood.