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Google Maps will now show wheelchair accessibility information for all!
Google Maps is providing wheelchair accessibility information by default for over 40 million places worldwide, including on public transport, pubs and restaurants.
The feature can help those with mobility needs to plan their trips by checking if the shop or landmark they’re visiting has step-free access.
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How to get started with Voice Access (Android)?
Speech Recognition has come a long way in recent years, and with the way it is being evolving will definitely only lead to more improvements. These features can make it easier for users with any disabilities to interact with their devices and perform a wide range of tasks using their voice.
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He didn't want his daughter, who has cognitive and physical disabilities, to feel left out. So, he built a fully accessible theme park!
After seeing his daughter excluded, Hartman started on a quest to create a space where no one felt left out. His idea: an inclusive theme park. This theme park isn't just for people with disabilities. It's for everyone. But he made sure every single experience and ride is what he calls "ultra accessible."
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Actor Is First With Down Syndrome To Star In Disney Film
An actor with down syndrome is making history by appearing in a leading role alongside Jude Law and other big names in a new version of “Peter Pan” that Disney is releasing this week. It marks the first time that Disney has cast someone with a visible disability in a lead role.
The tech industry's accessibility-related products and launches this week!
Major tech companies are taking the GAAD week as a chance to share their latest accessibility-minded products. From Apple and Google to Webex and Adobe, the industry’s biggest players have launched new features to make their products easier to use. Here’s a quick roundup of this week’s GAAD news.
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