Technology Today News Digital Inaccessibility Blind And Low Vision People Have Powerful Technology But Still Face Barriers To The Digital World

Target unveils game-changing self-checkout technology designed for blind customers nationwide

Self-checkout systems have been a significant convenience for many shoppers, allowing them to avoid longer wait times commonly found at traditional checkout lines with cashiers. However, those who are ... Read More

New assistive technology device communicates facial expressions to people who are blind

GOLDEN, Colo. — An innovative, new device is helping people who are blind or low-vision feel facial expressions. HapWare uses haptics or vibrations on the wrist to relay visual cues like gestures. It ... Read More

North Texas nonprofit transforms lives by bringing technology to the blind

In a world driven by screens, one North Texas nonprofit is making sure no one gets left behind. Computers for the Blind, based in Dallas, is opening doors for people across the country who are blind ... Read More

How blind and low-vision users manage their passwords

Passwords remain the go-to authentication tool in everyday life, says CISPA researcher Alexander Ponticello. At the same time, passwords are often a security weak spot: too short, too simple, and ... Read More

Target unveils game-changing self-checkout technology designed for blind customers nationwide

Self-checkout lines have been a significant convenience for many shoppers, but those who are blind or have low vision have faced barriers at the stations, despite the intent of making shopping more ... Read More