VIDEO: Google invites users to test new app that helps people with atypical speech communicate easily
Google has launched a new Android app called Project Relate, which is designed to enable people with speech impairments communicate more easily and helps them…
VIDEO: Android accessibility updates enable people with severe motor and speech disabilities to communicate easily
To make Android more accessible for everyone, Google has introduced two new tools that make it easier for people with severe motor and speech disabilities…
EXCLUSIVE: Mobile app to help OTs access Prism Medical product information and help with assessments
Healthcare equipment supplier Prism Medical has launched its new OT App, which was developed as a ‘go-to’ resource for occupational therapists (OTs) and healthcare professionals.…
Assistive app set to empower communication for those with speech impairments
A new speech recognition app has been launched, which empowers individuals to navigate their environments and control smart home devices using their own voice commands.…
Uni researchers trial innovative app to help over-50s remain independent for longer
A research project at the University of Strathclyde is exploring what helps the over-50s in Scotland stay active, healthy and independent for longer through the…
Amazon announces accessibility upgrades to Alexa app for people with vision impairments
Multinational technology company Amazon is announcing an update to the Alexa app, including light and dark modes and text scaling for improved accessibility. Alexa is…
Welsh Government launches recovery app to help support people with long COVID
A COVID-19 recovery app has been launched by the Welsh Government, with input from therapists, as part of wider support on offer for people experiencing…
Accessible app for people speech and motor impairments recognised for innovation at CES 2021
Voiceitt, which specialises in speech recognition technology for people with communication impairments, has been named a CES® 2021 Innovation Awards Honouree for its assistive app…
New partnership helps holistic care app reach more people with rheumatoid arthritis
Digital healthcare specialist Daman has signed a new partnership agreement that will see its innovative RheumaBuddy app reach more people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Daman…
New app to develop customised rehab plans for patients recovering from COVID-19
Digital product consultancy Netsells has partnered with Oxford Brookes start-up HandHeld Health to create a new mobile app to help COVID-19 patients in recovery get…