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technology2 years ago

"iPhone's Visual Voice: Speak What You See with a Simple Point"

The Magnifier app on iPhones with a LiDAR sensor and iOS 17 or later has a point-and-speak feature that can recognize text in images and read it aloud using Siri's voice. This built-in accessibility tool is not only useful for people with visual impairments but also for anyone who wants to read small print or discover new details in their surroundings. Additionally, the app offers live image descriptions that can identify objects, people, and text in the camera view, making it a helpful tool for exploring and learning about the environment.

via Fox News|
#accessibility#iphone#live-image-descriptions
technology2 years ago

Enhancing Visibility: Google Pixel's Magnifier App Revolutionizes Small Text and Object Viewing

Google has launched a new app called Magnifier for Pixel phones, allowing users to zoom in on text and objects for easier viewing. The app utilizes the Pixel camera's zoom capabilities and offers features such as adjusting contrast and brightness, adding filters, and taking photos. It also integrates with Google Lens for search, shopping, and translation purposes. Additionally, Google has updated its Guided Frame feature, which provides audio and haptic cues to help blind and low-vision users frame selfies. The feature now works with the Pixel's rear camera and can also assist in capturing images of objects. These accessibility updates are part of Google's ongoing efforts to make its products more inclusive.

via CNET|
#accessibility#camera-features#google
technology2 years ago

"Google's Pixel Magnifier App Enhances Accessibility for Older Models"

Google has released its Magnifier app, designed to increase the readability of text and images, on older Pixel models. The app, initially available on the Pixel 8 series, allows users to magnify small text, zoom in on distant text, and adjust color contrast and brightness. It is unclear if Google will expand the app to the wider Android ecosystem.

via Android Central|
#accessibility#android-ecosystem#google
technology2 years ago

"Google's Magnifier App Enhances Accessibility on Pixel Phones"

Google has launched its Magnifier app for Pixel phones, aimed at improving text readability for users. The app allows users to magnify small or distant text, adjust contrast and brightness, and apply color filters for better legibility. It also offers features like text-to-speech and integration with Google Lens. The app is currently available for Pixel 5 phones or later, but it is unclear if it will be released for the wider Android platform.

via The Verge|
#accessibility#google#magnifier-app