#accessibility
#accessibility

New York City

Disabled NYer's are Victims of Gov. Hochul's Congestion Pricing Pause - Streetsblog New York City

Governor Hochul's pause on congestion pricing has halted elevator installations in subway stations, significantly affecting people with disabilities like Michelle Alcaraz and Ray Ray. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

Design

10 Cities With the Best Public Transportation, From Medellin to Stockholm

Public transportation systems in cities provide efficient, affordable, and sustainable travel options, reflecting societal values. [ more ]

BKReader

11 hours ago

Brooklyn

City Launches Expanded Student OMNY Cards

Public school students in NYC to receive Student OMNY cards starting 2024-2025 for 24/7 use with up to four free rides per day, enhancing transportation accessibility and affordability. [ more ]

Streetsblog

New York City

Disabled NYer's are Victims of Gov. Hochul's Congestion Pricing Pause - Streetsblog New York City

Governor Hochul's pause on congestion pricing has halted elevator installations in subway stations, significantly affecting people with disabilities like Michelle Alcaraz and Ray Ray. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

morepublic-transportation

Design

10 Cities With the Best Public Transportation, From Medellin to Stockholm

Public transportation systems in cities provide efficient, affordable, and sustainable travel options, reflecting societal values. [ more ]

Fast Company

1 day ago

Design

This autonomous taxi boat could turn urban rivers into roads

Reintroduction of urban waterways into city living through autonomous urban boat designs like Orb for improved accessibility. [ more ]

#web-design

Piccalilli

1 week ago

Web development

Styling Tables the Modern CSS Way

Tables are vital for displaying tabular data on the web, and proper markup is essential for accessibility and understanding. [ more ]

Medium

3 weeks ago

Web design

Implementing Homepage Links

Position homepage link on top-left corner for easy access.

Homepage link must be visually distinct from other menu items. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

UX design

A guide to defending accessibility to skeptical stakeholders - LogRocket Blog

Advocacy for accessibility is crucial in design to benefit everyone, with a significant need highlighted by the high percentage of websites failing WCAG 2 standards. [ more ]

Elly Loel

Web design

Front-end development's identity crisis

Specializing in specific areas like web design and accessibility is valuable despite the trend towards full-stack development.

Different coding languages suit different people, and forcing expertise in all areas can lead to subpar work. [ more ]

Piccalilli

1 week ago

Web development

Styling Tables the Modern CSS Way

Tables are vital for displaying tabular data on the web, and proper markup is essential for accessibility and understanding. [ more ]

Medium

3 weeks ago

Web design

Implementing Homepage Links

Position homepage link on top-left corner for easy access.

Homepage link must be visually distinct from other menu items. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

UX design

A guide to defending accessibility to skeptical stakeholders - LogRocket Blog

Advocacy for accessibility is crucial in design to benefit everyone, with a significant need highlighted by the high percentage of websites failing WCAG 2 standards. [ more ]

Elly Loel

Web design

Front-end development's identity crisis

Specializing in specific areas like web design and accessibility is valuable despite the trend towards full-stack development.

Different coding languages suit different people, and forcing expertise in all areas can lead to subpar work. [ more ]

moreweb-design

Engadget

2 days ago

Apple

Apple Maps is now available on the web in beta

Apple Maps now available on the web, targeting expansion beyond the app. [ more ]

ianVisits

2 days ago

London

The London Buzz - 24th July 2024

Accessibility issues persist in London events and infrastructure. [ more ]

www.bbc.com

2 days ago

London

'I was given Freedom of City but not freedom of room'

Accessibility barriers persist even in major events and institutions, highlighting systemic issues faced by individuals with disabilities. [ more ]

#inclusive-design

Creative Bloq

Graphic design

Why Mattel's Blind Barbie design really matters

Mattel introduces the first blind Barbie Fashionista doll, focusing on inclusive design for representation and positive play experience for children with vision loss. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

UX design

Apple Unveils Accessibility Features Allowing Users to Control iPad and iPhone with Eye Tracking and Feel Music with Haptics - Yanko Design

Apple is introducing new accessibility features like Eye Tracking and Music Haptics for users with disabilities, showcasing a commitment to inclusive design. [ more ]

eLearning

Graphic design

Inclusive eLearning Development Using the All-New Adobe Captivate - eLearning

Adobe Captivate is a powerful tool for creating inclusive and accessible eLearning content, catering to diverse audiences and adhering to accessibility standards. [ more ]

Stephanie Walter - Senior UX Designer, Mobile Expert, Conference Speaker, Blog writer and Teacher.

UX design

Neurodiversity and UX: Essential Resources for Cognitive Accessibility by Stephanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.

Designing for neurodiversity requires an inclusive approach, particularly considering cognitive disabilities like dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism, and ADHD. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Graphic design

Why Mattel's Blind Barbie design really matters

Mattel introduces the first blind Barbie Fashionista doll, focusing on inclusive design for representation and positive play experience for children with vision loss. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

UX design

Apple Unveils Accessibility Features Allowing Users to Control iPad and iPhone with Eye Tracking and Feel Music with Haptics - Yanko Design

Apple is introducing new accessibility features like Eye Tracking and Music Haptics for users with disabilities, showcasing a commitment to inclusive design. [ more ]

eLearning

Graphic design

Inclusive eLearning Development Using the All-New Adobe Captivate - eLearning

Adobe Captivate is a powerful tool for creating inclusive and accessible eLearning content, catering to diverse audiences and adhering to accessibility standards. [ more ]

Stephanie Walter - Senior UX Designer, Mobile Expert, Conference Speaker, Blog writer and Teacher.

UX design

Neurodiversity and UX: Essential Resources for Cognitive Accessibility by Stephanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.

Designing for neurodiversity requires an inclusive approach, particularly considering cognitive disabilities like dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism, and ADHD. [ more ]

moreinclusive-design

#screen-reader

ComputerWeekly.com

UX design

Interview: Embedding better accessibility in software and websites | Computer Weekly

Companies should prioritize accessibility in software and website design by ensuring they are usable by people with disabilities. [ more ]

CSS-Tricks

Web design

Demystifying Screen Readers: Accessible Forms & Best Practices | CSS-Tricks

A screen reader is an assistive technology converting digital text into synthesized speech or Braille output. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

UX design

Interview: Embedding better accessibility in software and websites | Computer Weekly

Companies should prioritize accessibility in software and website design by ensuring they are usable by people with disabilities. [ more ]

CSS-Tricks

Web design

Demystifying Screen Readers: Accessible Forms & Best Practices | CSS-Tricks

A screen reader is an assistive technology converting digital text into synthesized speech or Braille output. [ more ]

morescreen-reader

#flexibility

eLearning Industry

Online learning

The Philosophy Of Online Education: Examining Digital Learning

Online education democratizes learning by improving accessibility, offering flexibility, enabling personalization, and broadening horizons and skill development for the future. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Business intelligence

Empowering Nonprogrammers: Design Engaging eLearning Experiences With No-Code Development

No-code eLearning tools democratize content creation, reduce development time and costs, and offer flexibility for customization. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

The Philosophy Of Online Education: Examining Digital Learning

Online education democratizes learning by improving accessibility, offering flexibility, enabling personalization, and broadening horizons and skill development for the future. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Business intelligence

Empowering Nonprogrammers: Design Engaging eLearning Experiences With No-Code Development

No-code eLearning tools democratize content creation, reduce development time and costs, and offer flexibility for customization. [ more ]

moreflexibility

#ai

stupiddope.com

Digital life

LFD Unveils the PAIR Node Modular AI Smartphone | stupidDOPE

The PAIR Node by Design collective LFD is a modular AI smartphone allowing customization with various interchangeable modules to suit diverse user needs. [ more ]

Mashable

Artificial intelligence

Everything announced at Microsoft Build 2024, including new Copilot and Edge features

AI-focused announcements at Microsoft Build 2024 [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

iSpring Days 2024: A Free Online Conference On Human-Centric eLearning

Learn about leveraging AI in course creation

Enhance learner engagement and accessibility [ more ]

stupiddope.com

Digital life

LFD Unveils the PAIR Node Modular AI Smartphone | stupidDOPE

The PAIR Node by Design collective LFD is a modular AI smartphone allowing customization with various interchangeable modules to suit diverse user needs. [ more ]

Mashable

Artificial intelligence

Everything announced at Microsoft Build 2024, including new Copilot and Edge features

AI-focused announcements at Microsoft Build 2024 [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

iSpring Days 2024: A Free Online Conference On Human-Centric eLearning

Learn about leveraging AI in course creation

Enhance learner engagement and accessibility [ more ]

moreai

Inverse

5 days ago

Video games

20 Years Ago, Nintendo Made an Iconic Mario Game With One Glaring Flaw

The ability to engage or flee from encounters in Paper Mario games aids accessibility for physically disabled players. [ more ]

#mental-health-services

www.amny.com

Health

New York City's first mental health report shows inequities in treatment access despite overall improvement | amNewYork

New Yorkers facing challenges accessing mental health services despite overall post-pandemic mental health improvements. [ more ]

Cbsnews

Artificial intelligence

Can AI help fill the therapist shortage? Mental health apps show promise and pitfalls

AI-powered chatbots like Woebot are being used to address the shortage of therapists and increase accessibility to mental health services.

The effectiveness of chatbots in providing mental health support varies, with some potentially offering harmful advice. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Health

New York City's first mental health report shows inequities in treatment access despite overall improvement | amNewYork

New Yorkers facing challenges accessing mental health services despite overall post-pandemic mental health improvements. [ more ]

Cbsnews

moremental-health-services

Artificial intelligence

Can AI help fill the therapist shortage? Mental health apps show promise and pitfalls

AI-powered chatbots like Woebot are being used to address the shortage of therapists and increase accessibility to mental health services.

The effectiveness of chatbots in providing mental health support varies, with some potentially offering harmful advice. [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

ribbed timber screens protect australian house from subtropical sun and rain

The Bombala residence by Sealand Architects in Australia emphasizes connection to the surroundings and thoughtful accessibility design. [ more ]

#transportation

Brownstoner

Brooklyn

Elevator Installation at Classon Avenue Station Will Kick Off in June

G trains to run during Classon Avenue G station construction till 2026. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

This London tube station is getting a new step-free entrance

Battersea Power Station's Northern line will have a new accessible entrance by spring 2025. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

Revealed: the London Underground stations most affected by lift closures

There was a fivefold increase in the time lifts were out of action between 2021 and 2022 on the London Underground. [ more ]

Brownstoner

Brooklyn

Elevator Installation at Classon Avenue Station Will Kick Off in June

G trains to run during Classon Avenue G station construction till 2026. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

This London tube station is getting a new step-free entrance

Battersea Power Station's Northern line will have a new accessible entrance by spring 2025. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

Revealed: the London Underground stations most affected by lift closures

There was a fivefold increase in the time lifts were out of action between 2021 and 2022 on the London Underground. [ more ]

moretransportation

Sacramento Bee

Dining

La Medallista del Decano de Fresno State es una rara terapeuta del habla bilingue

Jennifer Durán, a deaf medallist, overcame hurdles with her mother's perseverance, now helping immigrant families access specialized services for their children. [ more ]

Funcheap

Web design

"Pay What You Can" Wednesday at SF's Museum of Craft and Design

There's a special Pay What You Can Wednesday initiative at the Museum of Craft and Design, making art accessible to all. [ more ]

#engagement

Axios

Deliverability

The crypto industry's big Washington week

Social media sharing options are prominently displayed at the beginning of the article, emphasizing the platform's integration and convenience. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

Effective eLearning Instructional Design: Strategies To Maximize Engagement And Retention

Effective eLearning requires clear objectives and engaging multimedia.

Inclusive and flexible design with feedback and various assessments enhances eLearning experiences. [ more ]

Axios

Deliverability

The crypto industry's big Washington week

Social media sharing options are prominently displayed at the beginning of the article, emphasizing the platform's integration and convenience. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

Effective eLearning Instructional Design: Strategies To Maximize Engagement And Retention

Effective eLearning requires clear objectives and engaging multimedia.

Inclusive and flexible design with feedback and various assessments enhances eLearning experiences. [ more ]

moreengagement

#font-scaling

Medium

Graphic design

Rethinking Text Resizing on Web

Browser zoom disproportionally affects content at higher percentages, impacting mobile usability. [ more ]

InfoQ

Web design

How Airbnb Caters to Users with Low Vision with Accessible Text Resizing

Airbnb enhances accessibility for users with vision difficulties through text resizing guidelines. [ more ]

Medium

Graphic design

Rethinking Text Resizing on Web

Browser zoom disproportionally affects content at higher percentages, impacting mobile usability. [ more ]

InfoQ

Web design

How Airbnb Caters to Users with Low Vision with Accessible Text Resizing

Airbnb enhances accessibility for users with vision difficulties through text resizing guidelines. [ more ]

morefont-scaling

Cornell Chronicle

#safari-technology-preview

Data science

Students transmit health care data without cell service, internet | Cornell Chronicle

Success in IoT implementation can improve healthcare accessibility in underserved areas. [ more ]

WebKit

Web development

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 195

Safari Technology Preview Release 195 available for download for macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura. [ more ]

WebKit

JavaScript

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 194

Safari Technology Preview Release 194 is available for download with various fixes and new features for developers. [ more ]

WebKit

Web development

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 191

Safari Technology Preview Release 191 now available for download for macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura.

Update includes various new features, resolved accessibility issues, authentication fixes, CSS improvements, JavaScript enhancements, and lockdown mode updates. [ more ]

WebKit

Web development

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 195

Safari Technology Preview Release 195 available for download for macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura. [ more ]

WebKit

JavaScript

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 194

Safari Technology Preview Release 194 is available for download with various fixes and new features for developers. [ more ]

WebKit

moresafari-technology-preview

Web development

Release Notes for Safari Technology Preview 191

Safari Technology Preview Release 191 now available for download for macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura.

Update includes various new features, resolved accessibility issues, authentication fixes, CSS improvements, JavaScript enhancements, and lockdown mode updates. [ more ]

#customization

Cally

JavaScript

Cally: small, feature-rich calendar components

Feature-rich calendar components for building customized date pickers with minimal assumptions, small bundle size, and extensive functionality. [ more ]

Vue.js Feed

JavaScript

Vue-Input-Otp

Enables one-time passcode input with Vue.js using vue-input-otp. [ more ]

Cally

JavaScript

Cally: small, feature-rich calendar components

Feature-rich calendar components for building customized date pickers with minimal assumptions, small bundle size, and extensive functionality. [ more ]

Vue.js Feed

JavaScript

Vue-Input-Otp

Enables one-time passcode input with Vue.js using vue-input-otp. [ more ]

morecustomization

LogRocket Blog

UX design

Methods and techniques for design system maintenance - LogRocket Blog

Building and maintaining a design system is an ongoing process, requiring continuous effort and attention to detail. [ more ]

The Verge

Tech industry

Microsoft Edge will translate and dub YouTube videos as you're watching them

Microsoft Edge to introduce real-time video translation for various websites, including YouTube and news sites. [ more ]

#mental-health

www.theguardian.com

Chelsea

Forest bathing garden wins Chelsea flower show top prize

Immersive forest bathing garden wins best in show at Chelsea Flower Show [ more ]

Fast Company

Mental health

Selena Gomez and her mom want you to work on your mental fitness-and their company Wondermind can help

Wondermind, cofounded by Mandy Teefey and Selena Gomez, aims to be a mental fitness ecosystem designed to provide expert-backed content and make mental health resources more accessible. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Chelsea

Forest bathing garden wins Chelsea flower show top prize

Immersive forest bathing garden wins best in show at Chelsea Flower Show [ more ]

Fast Company

Mental health

Selena Gomez and her mom want you to work on your mental fitness-and their company Wondermind can help

Wondermind, cofounded by Mandy Teefey and Selena Gomez, aims to be a mental fitness ecosystem designed to provide expert-backed content and make mental health resources more accessible. [ more ]

moremental-health

Electric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing

Bicycling

Michigan Looks at E-Bike Use in State Parks

Allowing Class 2 e-bikes on improved-surface trails in Michigan's state parks can increase accessibility and provide health benefits to riders. [ more ]

#inclusivity

eLearning Industry

Online learning

7 Empathy-Based Techniques That Transform eLearning Design

Implement empathy-based techniques for more effective eLearning design. [ more ]

Inverse

Video games

This Stackable Xbox Controller Helps Gamers With Disabilities Play One with One Hand

The Proteus Controller by Microsoft offers a customizable, modular design for one-handed gamers or those with mobility issues, providing greater accessibility and comfort. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

UX design

9 Challenges In Designing Accessible eLearning Courses

Accessible learning content should prioritize subtitles and personalization for a more inclusive experience. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

7 Empathy-Based Techniques That Transform eLearning Design

Implement empathy-based techniques for more effective eLearning design. [ more ]

Inverse

Video games

This Stackable Xbox Controller Helps Gamers With Disabilities Play One with One Hand

The Proteus Controller by Microsoft offers a customizable, modular design for one-handed gamers or those with mobility issues, providing greater accessibility and comfort. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

UX design

9 Challenges In Designing Accessible eLearning Courses

Accessible learning content should prioritize subtitles and personalization for a more inclusive experience. [ more ]

moreinclusivity

#proteus-controller

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Web design

Odd modular game controller gives Xbox players with disabilities a helping hand - Yanko Design

Accessibility is crucial in gaming industry for gamers with physical disabilities. [ more ]

The Verge

Video games

Microsoft announces the Proteus Controller, a gamepad for Xbox gamers with disabilities

Microsoft announced the Proteus Controller, a customizable modular video game controller kit for gamers with disabilities. [ more ]

Engadget

Video games

Proteus Xbox controller is an accessible gamepad made of modular cubes

The Proteus Controller by Byowave, part of Designed for Xbox, offers customizable modular configurations for better accessibility in gaming. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Web design

Odd modular game controller gives Xbox players with disabilities a helping hand - Yanko Design

Accessibility is crucial in gaming industry for gamers with physical disabilities. [ more ]

The Verge

Video games

Microsoft announces the Proteus Controller, a gamepad for Xbox gamers with disabilities

Microsoft announced the Proteus Controller, a customizable modular video game controller kit for gamers with disabilities. [ more ]

Engadget

Video games

Proteus Xbox controller is an accessible gamepad made of modular cubes

The Proteus Controller by Byowave, part of Designed for Xbox, offers customizable modular configurations for better accessibility in gaming. [ more ]

moreproteus-controller

#challenges

eLearning Industry

Education

A Beginner's Guide To Online Teaching Methods

Online education is a crucial part of the evolving digital world, offering flexibility and accessibility while presenting challenges that can be addressed with effective teaching methods. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

The Impact Of eLearning On Children: Exploring The Benefits And Challenges

eLearning enhances cognitive development and personalizes learning experience for children. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Education

A Beginner's Guide To Online Teaching Methods

Online education is a crucial part of the evolving digital world, offering flexibility and accessibility while presenting challenges that can be addressed with effective teaching methods. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Online learning

The Impact Of eLearning On Children: Exploring The Benefits And Challenges

eLearning enhances cognitive development and personalizes learning experience for children. [ more ]

morechallenges

The Verge

Video games

Your guide to this year's summer video game events

Accessibility in gaming events is increasing, ensuring inclusive gaming experiences for all players. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

She couldn't call, so human-trafficking victim texted 911 - and saved herself, officials say

A 17-year-old girl saved herself from trafficking by texting 911. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

This London train operator is getting a brand-new fleet of trains

Southeastern is replacing its 30-year-old trains with a new fleet prioritizing accessibility and modern amenities. [ more ]

#user-experience

Medium

UX design

How to design accessible forms in 10 steps

Designing forms for accessibility is crucial for both users and businesses. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UX design

Expert insight: Exploring the future of web design

Prioritizing user experience is key in web design's evolution. [ more ]

www.sitepoint.com

Web design

Creating a Navbar in React SitePoint

Navigation bar is essential for user interface to allow smooth navigation through a website.

React facilitates building reusable components like navbars and prioritizes accessibility for all users. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

UX design

Minimalist website design: 12 striking examples

Minimalist design benefits users with faster loading times and better compatibility.

Examples like HalloBasis and Jazz FM showcase minimalist website design done effectively. [ more ]

Medium

UX design

How to design accessible forms in 10 steps

Designing forms for accessibility is crucial for both users and businesses. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UX design

Expert insight: Exploring the future of web design

Prioritizing user experience is key in web design's evolution. [ more ]

www.sitepoint.com

Web design

Creating a Navbar in React SitePoint

Navigation bar is essential for user interface to allow smooth navigation through a website.

React facilitates building reusable components like navbars and prioritizes accessibility for all users. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

UX design

Minimalist website design: 12 striking examples

Minimalist design benefits users with faster loading times and better compatibility.

Examples like HalloBasis and Jazz FM showcase minimalist website design done effectively. [ more ]

moreuser-experience

#apple

Creative Bloq

Apple

Apple's new iOS eye controls look wildly impressive

Eye tracking accessibility feature on iPad and iPhone, part of upcoming iOS release, expanding accessibility and control options for users. [ more ]

Engadget

Marketing

The Morning After: In a bid to stop ban, TikTok creators are suing the US government

The lawsuit by TikTok creators challenges the constitutionality of the law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban. [ more ]

Apple Newsroom

Apple

Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking

Apple announced new accessibility features like Eye Tracking and Music Haptics to enhance user experience for people with disabilities. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Apple

Apple announces new accessibility features for iPhone and iPad users | TechCrunch

Apple introduces new accessibility features for iPads and iPhones to cater to a diverse user base. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple

Apple's new accessibility features let you control an iPhone or iPad with your eyes

Apple announced new accessibility features for iOS and iPadOS 18, including eye tracking and music haptics. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Apple

Apple's new iOS eye controls look wildly impressive

Eye tracking accessibility feature on iPad and iPhone, part of upcoming iOS release, expanding accessibility and control options for users. [ more ]

Engadget

Marketing

The Morning After: In a bid to stop ban, TikTok creators are suing the US government

The lawsuit by TikTok creators challenges the constitutionality of the law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban. [ more ]

Apple Newsroom

Apple

Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking

Apple announced new accessibility features like Eye Tracking and Music Haptics to enhance user experience for people with disabilities. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Apple

Apple announces new accessibility features for iPhone and iPad users | TechCrunch

Apple introduces new accessibility features for iPads and iPhones to cater to a diverse user base. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple

Apple's new accessibility features let you control an iPhone or iPad with your eyes

Apple announced new accessibility features for iOS and iPadOS 18, including eye tracking and music haptics. [ more ]

moreapple

ianVisits

London

DLR testing improved accessibility at their unstaffed stations

TfL's Access DLR trial aims to improve accessibility at DLR stations by offering staffed assistance, enabling a seamless travel experience for customers. [ more ]

#innovation

Engadget

Web design

Google's Project Gameface hands-free 'mouse' launches on Android

Google open sources more Project Gameface code for hands-free gaming and accessibility applications. [ more ]

The Verge

Video games

The rise of the audio-only video game

Audio-only games have immense potential in creating immersive experiences and increasing accessibility for players. [ more ]

Engadget

Web design

Google's Project Gameface hands-free 'mouse' launches on Android

Google open sources more Project Gameface code for hands-free gaming and accessibility applications. [ more ]

The Verge

Video games

The rise of the audio-only video game

Audio-only games have immense potential in creating immersive experiences and increasing accessibility for players. [ more ]

moreinnovation

www.standard.co.uk

London

Why are campaigners calling for a ban on floating bus stops in London?

Protesters campaign against unsafe floating bus stops in London. [ more ]

Stateofhtml

JavaScript

State of HTML 2023

HTML is evolving beyond just basic tags like <div> and <h>. The State of HTML survey covers accessibility, web components, and more. [ more ]

#email-marketing

Litmus

Deliverability

The Evolution-And Future-of Litmus Live - Litmus

Litmus Live is a significant event for email marketers, evolving from in-person to virtual formats, ensuring accessibility and valuable content for global audiences. [ more ]

Litmus

Deliverability

SEO for Email: Yes, It's a Thing! How to Make Emails Searchable in the Inbox - Litmus

Email searchability is crucial for subscribers to easily find emails and for marketers to enhance customer experience. [ more ]

Litmus

Deliverability

The Evolution-And Future-of Litmus Live - Litmus

Litmus Live is a significant event for email marketers, evolving from in-person to virtual formats, ensuring accessibility and valuable content for global audiences. [ more ]

Litmus

Deliverability

SEO for Email: Yes, It's a Thing! How to Make Emails Searchable in the Inbox - Litmus

Email searchability is crucial for subscribers to easily find emails and for marketers to enhance customer experience. [ more ]

moreemail-marketing

eLearning Industry

Artificial intelligence

AI-Assisted Tutoring: The Future Of Personalized Learning Support

AI-assisted tutoring personalizes education based on individual strengths and weaknesses, providing accessible and adaptable learning experiences for students everywhere. [ more ]

GameSpot

Writing

DC's New Pocketable Graphic Novels Are Only $10 Each - Watchmen, Batman, Superman, And More

DC's Compact Comics line offers pocketable graphic novels at $10 each, making iconic stories more accessible to readers on the go. [ more ]

Medium

UX design

How to design accessible forms in 10 steps

Design accessible forms for user convenience and inclusivity. [ more ]

www.hackneygazette.co.uk

London

Theatre that began in disused warehouse to get permanent home

The Yard Theatre secured funding to build a new state-of-the-art theatre, doubling capacity and enhancing sustainability and accessibility. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Design

Street artist fnnch is bringing his honey-soaked pop art to the masses | amNewYork

Art should be universally accessible, breaking barriers and exclusivity. [ more ]

Game Informer

Video games

The 2024 Summer Gaming Showcase Schedule

Stay cool indoors during summer and watch various gaming showcases, including Summer Game Fest. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

California abortion rate rises to highest level in a decade. What experts say

California's abortion rate surged by 16% in 2023, reaching the highest level in a decade due to increased access and out-of-state individuals seeking care. [ more ]

Webaim

Web design

Web Accessibility in the 2024 Presidential Campaigns

Both political parties should consider accessibility for voters with disabilities, as it has bipartisan historical support. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Education

Resources And Strategies To Help Struggling Students Become Better eLearners

eLearning is crucial beyond pandemics, requiring equitable access to resources for students to thrive online. [ more ]

Fast Company

Marketing

Therapy isn't scary. Just ask Talkspace's new branding

Mental healthcare should be approachable, not intimidating. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

JavaScript

Using React Shepherd to build a site tour - LogRocket Blog

The fastest way to onboard first-time users is through a site tour. React Shepherd simplifies creating site tours with customization, global state management, lightweight, and accessibility advantages. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Education

How Educational Mobile Apps Are Transforming Student's Lives

Mobile educational apps enhance accessibility, offer personalized learning experiences, and increase student engagement. [ more ]

Smashing Magazine

UX design

Conducting Accessibility Research In An Inaccessible Ecosystem - Smashing Magazine

Ensuring technology is accessible relies on receiving direct feedback from disabled users by creating accessible prototypes for user testing. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

JavaScript

Radix UI adoption guide: Overview, examples, and alternatives - LogRocket Blog

The emergence and popularity of Radix UI, a headless UI component library simplifying development and maintenance for frontend developers. [ more ]

www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk

Running

Guide dogs get their own arts trail

An arts trail in Canary Wharf featuring sculptures for people with guide dogs raises awareness about living with sight loss. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Medicine

Senate Committee Investigates Ozempic and Wegovy Costs

The Senate Committee is investigating Novo Nordisk's high prices for Ozempic and Wegovy medications, urging the company to consider lowering costs for better accessibility. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence

This Week in AI: When 'open source' isn't so open | TechCrunch

Debate over 'open source' in AI models raises questions about accessibility and transparency. [ more ]

Medium

Artificial intelligence

Data Analytics in the Age of AI

Data analytics and AI are becoming increasingly intertwined, with AI enabling the optimization and accessibility of data analytics. [ more ]

Medium

UX design

Why WhatsApp Redesigned Its UX

The redesigned WhatsApp UI introduced a Bottom Navigation bar to address issues with hidden features and improve accessibility. [ more ]

Kotaku

Video games

Fox News Is Mad That Scrabble Has Gone 'Woke'

Scrabble in Europe releasing an updated version with a less competitive way to play for wider accessibility.

Controversy stirred as some view the new Scrabble version as 'woke' and dumbing down the game. [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

inside casa cantellano, a private and brick-clad retirement home in mexico

Casa Cantellano designed as a retirement haven for three elders with a close dialogue between architects and clients.

The house features solid earth materialization below and light, transparent pavilions above, with a focus on mobility and accessibility for the residents. [ more ]

Streetsblog

San Francisco

Eyes on the Street: San Francisco Joins the Sidewalk-Level Bike Lane Club - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco has completed its first sidewalk-level bike lane on Third Street in Mission Rock, designed to accommodate pedestrians and wheelchair users.

The sidewalk-level design includes a rubber curb for separation, tested for wheelchair accessibility and ease of use for individuals with sight challenges. [ more ]

Sam Solomon

6 months ago

UX design

Hide or Disable

Decide whether to hide or disable elements based on user interaction capability.

Hiding elements is appropriate when users will never interact with them, while disabling is suitable for temporary or specific restrictions. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn

Williamsburg Subway Stop Gets ADA Upgrades

New elevators at Metropolitan Av / Lorimer St complex make G & L subway stations fully accessible on April 1, 2024.

Upgrades include elevators, stairs, tactile strips, signage, and public announcement system funded by the Federal Transit Administration grant. [ more ]

Polygon

Video games

Helldivers 2 is the latest game with anti-cheat software at odds with accessibility

Using assistive technology to play video games can enhance accessibility for disabled players.

Some video games have strict anti-cheat programs that can block assistive technology, limiting access for disabled players. [ more ]

jQuery Script

Data science

User-friendly Time/Duration Picker In jQuery - fxtime.js

User-friendly jQuery time/duration picker

Automatic formatting and verification system for correct time inputs

Keyboard shortcuts and customization options for enhanced accessibility [ more ]

Medium

UX design

Top Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Websites-UX Design Best Practices

The hero section is crucial for user-company interaction and should be built with high-quality visuals.

Accessibility is key in the hero section to effectively communicate the company's value proposition and avoid distortion on responsive designs. [ more ]

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