Monthly Archives: August 2011

AT/UD Conference September 23, 2011

Over the past twenty-five years people have seen the advent of technology–everything from computers that speak to people who are blind, lifts on vans and automatic door openers for people who use wheeled mobility, and other devices that simplify life … Continue reading

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ATIA Education & Webinars

  Don’t miss these informative webinars! Hear from these leaders in their field and use this opportunity to discuss your unique situations.   Webinar Details: Full Abstract: Access to Electronic Information Using Computers for People who are Blind or Visually … Continue reading

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Wanted: Cell Phone Design Ideas for Users with Cognitive Disabilities

Visit this Cognitive Accessibility facebook page to give your thoughts about accessible technology design for people with cognitive disabilities. Your comments will help create design standards through a new committee (the RESNA Committee for Cognitive Technologies). This is a project … Continue reading

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iOS Accessibility: a Review for Users Who are Blind or Visually Impaired – By Peter Cantisani, Friends of ATIA newsletter

Apple didn’t make a big deal out it, but its iOS-based devices (iPhone, iPod, iPad) offer a revolutionary approach to accessibility for users who are blind or visually impaired. The devices are based on a TouchScreen interface that relies on … Continue reading

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