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AD 2020 – what will happen to audio description in the next 5 years?
Swedish app massively expands audio described cinema
According to the project manager, Lisa Wacklin, audio description was previously delivered live in the cinema and the app has allowed the huge increase by automating the process.
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Media Access Australia launches report on the accessibility of video-on-demand services
Media Access Australia has today launched Access on Demand, a comprehensive report on the accessibility of VOD services in Australia and other countries.
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Netflix introduces audio description
Employment discrimination inquiry highlights value of digital accessibility
ABC launches trial of audio description on iview
The audio description is initially available on iPads and iPhones only, and people will need to download the latest version of the iview app to receive it. The trial will be extended to desktop PCs in mid-May, Android devices in June, and to HbbTV enabled TVs (which are connected to the internet) in July.
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Petition to make Steam accessible launched
Facebook turns new leaf on accessibility
Empathy and the accessible web experience
Empathy training and developing emotional intelligence are gaining in popularity as ways to better understand customers, improve collaboration with colleagues and to develop better leaders.
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