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Tech Giants Enhance Accessibility with New Features

Google, Apple, and Microsoft unveil updates to improve digital access for users with disabilities on Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

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With Eye Tracking, a user can navigate iPhone or iPad using just their eyes.
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Overview

  • Google introduces AI-powered tools for Android, including Lookout's new Find mode and Project Gameface expansion.
  • Apple announces Eye Tracking for iPhone and iPad, along with Music Haptics and Vocal Shortcuts.
  • Microsoft reveals the customizable Proteus controller for Xbox and PC, addressing accessibility needs for gamers.
  • Google Maps expands detailed voice guidance and accessibility information for over 50 million places globally.
  • New features from Google include Look to Speak's text-free mode and Project Relate's customizable speech recognition.