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The Best Speech-to-Text Apps and Tools for 2026
With speech-to-text software, you don't need to use your fingers to create digital text. The top dictation software is fast, accessible, and helpful for anyone who struggles with typing.
Apple's New Accessibility Features Include Wheelchair Control for Vision Pro
The Vision Pro will use its precision eye-tracking system to record directional inputs. It's part of a suite of accessibility updates Apple announced today.
The Best Text-to-Speech Apps and Tools for 2026
Reading is great, but sometimes you want or need to listen. Let your computer or phone read aloud to you with the top text-to-speech software for accessibility, enjoyment, and productivity.
Put on Your Thinking Cap. This Startup's Hat Converts Thoughts Into Text
Forget dictation. EEG sensors in Sabi's beanie can reportedly type out what you're thinking. Can it become a non-invasive alternative to Elon Musk's Neuralink?
Sign It ASL Review: The Top Service for Learning American Sign Language
Sign It ASL is the best online site for learning American Sign Language; it caters to a wide range of people and offers excellent instruction in a fun format.
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Neuralink's Brain Chip Can Now Translate Brain Activity Into Audible Words
Elon Musk's brain implant company is demoing how the Neuralink N1 chip has helped an ALS patient revive his normal voice.
Dephy's $4,500 Robotic Exoskeleton Gave Me Superhuman Walking Powers
The Sidekick robotic mobility assistant is sort of like an e-bike, but for walking, lifting your heels with every step and acting like an extra calf muscle. I was the first journalist to try it at CES.
This Speech-to-Braille Printer Lets You Talk Your Way Into Labeling Just About Anything
If you have a visually impaired relative, Mangoslab's Nemonic Dot will be an easy way to outfit their household with custom Braille labels without needing to learn the language.
Rubio Demands State Dept. Swap 'Radical' Calibri Font for Times New Roman
The Biden administration switched to Calibri to improve accessibility on screen readers. The Secretary of State says it was a 'degradation of the department’s official correspondence.'
Google Pixel Watch 4 Finally Gets Proper Gesture Controls, Including Double Pinch
New features allow for one-handed gestures on Google's newest smartwatch, but it's also improving Smart Replies for the two most recent Pixels Watches.
Apple's Latest Limited-Edition iPhone Accessory Is a Quirky, $70 MagSafe Grip
Designer Bailey Hikawa gathered feedback from individuals with muscle strength, dexterity, and hand control issues while developing the product.
Can't Read Your Phone? Try Google's New Page Zoom for Android
Page Zoom lets you zoom in on websites without distorting the page. Apple also extended its Magnifier feature to Macs this week in a push to make its devices more accessible.
The Best Transcription Services for 2026
Whether you need to transcribe audio files daily or occasionally, the process takes time and effort. The best transcription services we've tested can help speed up your work.
How to Add Alt Text to Make Your Social Media Pictures, Videos More Accessible
Accessibility might not be the first thing you think about when you post on IG or TikTok, but it can be a huge help for people with disabilities, and it only takes a few seconds to implement.
The Best Sites for Learning American Sign Language
Learning ASL is different from learning orally spoken and written languages. We've vetted the best ASL sites to help you start signing today.
Look at Me: How to Control Your iPhone or iPad With Apple's Eye Tracking Feature
The Eye Tracking accessibility feature follows the movement of your eyes as you gaze at the screen, select items, and activate controls.
FDA Clears Apple's Hearing Aid Tech For AirPods Pro 2
Apple is enabling the feature through an upcoming software update slated for the AirPods Pro 2. The FDA has now officially approved the software for use.
Microsoft Tips $30 Xbox Adaptive Joystick for Players With Limited Mobility
The Xbox team also shows off two other controllers—the 8BitDo Lite SE 2.4G Wireless Controller and the more premium ByoWave Proteus Controller—both of which are on sale now.
Back From the Dead (Again): Razer Resurfaces Leftie-Friendly Naga Mouse
Just in time for Left Handers Day, Razer is bringing back the left-handed version of the crowd-favorite Naga for $80. If the past is any indication, it may not stick around.
Microsoft, ByoWave Team Up on New Modular Xbox Controller
The accessibility-focused Proteus controller features a modular snap system that lets you customize it to various combinations and shapes.
