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MIO: Memories in Orbit Transforms Brutal Difficulty into Brilliant Design
technology10 days ago

MIO: Memories in Orbit Transforms Brutal Difficulty into Brilliant Design

A punishing Metroidvania about a small robot exploring a decaying Vessel; MIO starts infuriating with tight platforming and formidable bosses, but patient play and clever design reveal a satisfying rhythm influenced by Hollow Knight and Dark Souls. Accessibility options (eroded bosses, ground-heal, pacifist mode) help balance the challenge, and a secret ending rewards persistent effort, all set in watercolor, hand-drawn visuals across PC and current-gen consoles.

via The New York Times|
#accessibility#art-style#boss-fights
iPhone head-tracking lets you control the screen with facial movements
technology18 days ago

iPhone head-tracking lets you control the screen with facial movements

Apple’s lesser-known Head Tracking accessibility feature lets users control an iPhone using head and facial movements (mouth opening, eyebrow raises, smiles, tongue protrusion) with an on-screen pointer and a dwell timer. By gazing steadily at a screen item, a chosen action is performed, enabling hands-free use—valuable for users with limited mobility. It requires iOS 26 or later and is set up via Settings > Accessibility > Head Tracking.

via supercarblondie.com|
#accessibility#apple#head-tracking
iOS 26.2 Unleashes Ultra Dark Liquid Glass for a Sharper iPhone UI
technology1 month ago

iOS 26.2 Unleashes Ultra Dark Liquid Glass for a Sharper iPhone UI

iPhone users with iOS 26.2 can enable Ultra Dark Liquid Glass by turning on Tinted Display and related accessibility options (Show Borders, Reduce Transparency, Increase Contrast) to create a high-contrast, dark interface that improves readability across notifications, lock screen, dock, widgets, and Control Center, especially in low-light conditions.

via Geeky Gadgets|
#accessibility#apple-iphone#dark-mode
Sevenoaks Councillor Speaks Again with AI-Synthesized Voice
technology1 month ago

Sevenoaks Councillor Speaks Again with AI-Synthesized Voice

Nick Varley, a Sevenoaks councillor diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2024, uses an AI voice trained on his own recordings to speak publicly, enabling him to participate in council meetings. The AI system, developed by the MND Association and 11Labs, was first used at a cabinet meeting on January 13. Varley has also supported fundraising for MND charities, raising over £21,000 through events like the Moonlight Walk and a Leeds charity run.

via BBC|
#accessibility#ai-voice-synthesis#mnd
ChatGPT scales access while testing ads to broaden reach
technology1 month ago

ChatGPT scales access while testing ads to broaden reach

OpenAI says it will begin testing ads in the U.S. for free and Go tiers while expanding access through ChatGPT Go ($8/month) and other free options. Ads will be clearly labeled, not influence answers, and user data won’t be sold; users can turn off personalization and there will be an ad-free paid option. Ads won’t appear for users under 18 or near sensitive topics, and initial formats may appear at the bottom of answer windows. The company argues ads will support broader access and future AI development while preserving trust and usefulness.

via OpenAI|
#accessibility#advertising#chatgpt
Unlock Secret Fire TV Features with 11 Remote Shortcuts
technology1 month ago

Unlock Secret Fire TV Features with 11 Remote Shortcuts

ZDNET reveals 11 hidden Fire TV remote button combos that unlock extra menus, reset options, accessibility tools, and quick tweaks—from cycling display resolutions and rebooting to entering developer tools or pairing a remote. Shortcuts include: adjust display resolution (Up + Rewind), restart (Select + Play/Pause), factory reset (Back + Right), reset remote (Left + Menu + Back), pair remote (Home), open Quick Settings (long-press Home), change Picture mode (Home → Picture), show Text Banners (Rewind + Fast-Forward), Screen Magnifier (Back + Fast-Forward), VoiceView (Back + Menu), and open Developer Tools (Select + Down, then Menu). Availability varies by model and firmware; ensure software is up to date. Factory resets erase data, so use cautiously.

via ZDNET|
#accessibility#developer-tools#fire-tv
Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with New Copilot Features and Management Options
technology1 month ago

Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with New Copilot Features and Management Options

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 preview build introduces broader access to Copilot+ features, including enhanced image descriptions via Narrator for all users, and new management options for IT admins. Additionally, Microsoft is testing an improved cross-device Resume feature that now leverages the Windows Notification System, expanding seamless activity continuation between devices. The update is available for Insiders in the Dev or Beta Channel, with some channel switching restrictions upcoming.

via Windows Central|
#accessibility#copilot#narrator
Vatican Launches App Honoring St. Carlo Acutis
religion1 month ago

Vatican Launches App Honoring St. Carlo Acutis

The Vatican Governorate has launched a new app dedicated to St. Carlo Acutis that provides quick and easy access to news, announcements, and official communications, enhancing digital engagement and transparency. The app features updated news, notifications, multimedia content, and links to Vatican institutions, aiming to make institutional information more accessible and user-friendly on mobile devices.

via Vatican News|
#accessibility#app#digital-innovation
Visually-Impaired Players Urge for Better Video Game Accessibility
technology1 month ago

Visually-Impaired Players Urge for Better Video Game Accessibility

Visually impaired gamers are calling for the video game industry to improve accessibility features, such as audio descriptions and customizable visual settings, to enhance inclusion and enjoyment for players with visual impairments. Groups like the RNIB are advocating for more inclusive game design, highlighting the social and recreational importance of gaming for visually impaired individuals, and industry leaders acknowledge ongoing efforts and the need for further improvements.

via BBC|
#accessibility#inclusive-gaming#rnib