The next step
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Dreaming of accessibility improvements in iOS 12
Design may be about how well an operating system works, but in an accessibility context, one can rightfully argue how it looks is equally — if not more — important.
All Articles by Steven Aquino
X is for Xcessibility
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The iPhone X Portends a More Accessible Future
How does the iPhone X integrate with accessibility?
Bringing accessibility into the light
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How the new App Store can push accessibility forward
The App Store in iOS 11 could be an incredible asset for promoting accessibility.
The Network
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Three software features I want to see in the 2017 iPad Pro
While Apple might be updating their iPad Pro lineup this spring, there are three key things I want to see from this summer's software updates as well
2017 iPad wish list
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Three things I want to see in the 2017 iPad Pro
The calendar has turned to March, and with it comes rumors aplenty about new iPads and a spring Apple event.
'Braniac Edition'
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Apple's October event puts accessibility center stage
To me, Apple's October event had a clear theme: accessibility.
The Network
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iPhone 7 is the future of tactile accessibility
The iPhone 7's haptic feedback improvements are a huge step forward for people with disabilities.
Impact of change
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What losing the headphone jack would mean for accessibility
We don't yet know with certainty that Apple is removing the headphone jack from the [next iPhones. Assuming rumors are true, it still remains to be seen why the company would decide to do so, and more importantly, how they intend to replace it.
The Network
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Siri, artificial intelligence, and accessibility
The magic and frustration of voice assistants and artificial intelligence when it comes to accessibility.
The Network
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Accessibility is why I'm still wearing my Apple Watch
Serenity Caldwell's recent piece on why she's still wearing her Apple Watch inspired me to write my own take on why I'm still wearing mine.
Experts
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Embracing the iPad Pro in all its ginormous glory
Recently I had an opportunity to play with an iPad Pro at one of the Apple Stores here in San Francisco.I was excited for this hands-on time, albeit brief, as I have long preferred working from an iPad over a traditional laptop.
Experts
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Apple TV and accessibility
Apple's revamped [Apple TV][1] is a big deal, what with its focus on apps, gaming, and the Siri Remote. I'm excited about it—and I don't even have a high-def TV at home to plug it into. I'm tempted to rectify that, however, with the advent of the new box, as it's sure to be a staunch upgrade from the dreadful UI of my AT&T U-Verse box. From an accessibility perspective, channel...
Experts
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How Apple could make iOS accessibility even better
As great as all the advancements have been, there remain parts of iOS that I feel could stand improvement in terms of visual accessibility.
Experts
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Apple Watch makes Apple Pay even better for accessibility
Apple Pay is emblematic of what Apple does best: integrating hardware and software in a seamless, easy to use way that truly does "just work." It feels like magic every time I use it.
Experts
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What you need to know about Accessibility in iOS 9
As there are fewer "big" features in iOS 9, so too are there few new accessibility features.That doesn't mean that there are zero new things. On the contrary, what is in iOS 9 is good stuff. Apple continues to push forward in its support for the accessibility community. Here's a rundown of what's new for Accessibility in iOS 9.
Experts
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My favorite Apple Watch accessibility features
There are Accessibility features aplenty in Watch OS, but four in particular have become my favorites. As part of my ongoing efforts to better use and understand Apple Watch, I've recently taken to looking at a few of Watch OS's Accessibility features in more detail. While my vision is good enough that I don't have to use every option, there are a handful that I often like to use...
Experts
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Apple Watch and accessibility: First impressions
Thanks to my awesome girlfriend, I was fortunate to take delivery of an Apple Watch on April 24. Like others, I've spent the last few weeks trying to understand it and figure out how it fits into my life. So far, Apple Watch has left me very pleased overall. The fact that I'm so pleased with Apple Watch is a bit surprising. I admit that I was skeptical of the Watch when it was first...
Accessibility
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Apple Watch and accessibility: First look
Apple's message that Apple Watch is "the most personal and intimate device we've ever created" resonates with me in two ways. First, regarding the Apple Watch as an object, as a timepiece and fashion accessory: It's been years since I regularly wore a watch, but Apple Watch is pushing to change that. From everything I've seen and heard about the watch, I would be thrilled to wear it...
Experts
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Safari Reader view and instant accessibility
Like many people, I get most of my news nowadays via Twitter. Whenever I find a story that interests me, I usually read it right away using the in-app browser. My Twitter client of choice is Tweetbot. I do this at the expense of a read-it-later service like Instapaper, because I find more often than not that I want the information right now and I'll take the time to get it....
Expert
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The accessible power of pinch-to-zoom
The onset of the iPhone in 2007 introduced the world to Multi-Touch, which Steve Jobs said "worked like magic". It forever changed the way people interacted with smartphones; not only was Multi-Touch an impressive technical achievement, but it was fun and delightful to use. More importantly, Multi-Touch changed people's expectations for their devices. We've gone from seeing hardware...