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Hand resting on a wooden surface, wearing the SpellRing prototype sensor device on the thumb, with colored wires leading towards the wrist.

March 31, 2025 0

SpellRing: Cornell’s Wearable AI Ring Translates ASL Fingerspelling

Key takeaways about the SpellRing project: Wearable Translation: Researchers at Cornell University are [...]

Black & while portrait of Nicky Weir - makeup artist and second guest on the. Shaping Tomorrow podcast. Nicky is seen wearing a black full sleeves shirt, posing at an angle and smiling.

October 22, 2024 0

Rachel Shenton Launches “Shaping Tomorrow” Video Podcast For Deaf Community

Discover "Shaping Tomorrow," Rachel Shenton's video podcast series celebrating diversity and deaf voices in the industry. [...]

September 22, 2024 0

Engineering Students Participate in EPICS in IEEE Competition to Develop Innovative Accessibility Solutions for Disabled Individuals

Discover innovative accessibility projects from the 2023 EPICS in IEEE Access and Abilities Competition that can change lives for people with disabilities. [...]

The Abbotts' home from "A Quiet Place" is recreated inside the Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights house of the same name. It's a large, two-story white house facade. The house features a Victorian-style architecture with dormer windows on the upper floor, a wrap-around porch, and detailed trim work. The front door is open, revealing a lit interior. String lights are hung above, and a white picket fence is visible in the foreground. The house appears to be inside a larger indoor space, suggesting it's a prop or attraction.

September 1, 2024 0

Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights Breaks New Ground with ASL-Inclusive ‘A Quiet Place’ Haunted House

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is breaking new ground in accessibility with its “A [...]

The image depicts a vibrant scene at a nightclub where a large crowd of people, both deaf and hearing, are enthusiastically dancing and raising their hands. The room is bathed in colorful lights, with shades of blue, pink, and purple illuminating the space. The diverse group of attendees appears fully engaged, enjoying the music and the inclusive atmosphere. The graffiti-covered walls in the background add to the energetic and urban vibe of the event.

August 15, 2024 0

Inclusive Nightlife: How Shanghai’s BassBath Event Unites Deaf and Hearing Music Fans

Discover Shanghai's "BassBath," a club night merging music, dance, and inclusivity for deaf and hearing attendees. Experience the unity through vibrations. [...]

The image depicts a joyful animated character, a young girl with dark hair and a headband, wearing a sleeveless dress. She is smiling and appears to be holding her hands together in a way that suggests she is feeling or playing along with music. The background is a dark, starry scene with floating, glowing shapes. To the left of the character, bold text reads, “THERE’S A DRUMBEAT IN MY CHEST.”

June 18, 2024 0

“Harmonium: The Musical” Introduces Harmonium Sign Language to Promote Inclusion in Gaming

Explore the world of "Harmonium: The Musical" and learn Harmonium Sign Language to solve puzzles in this innovative and inclusive game. [...]

The image depicts an emergency situation where a paramedic uses an iPad to facilitate communication with a Deaf patient. The iPad is running the SignVideo app, which connects to a sign language interpreter displayed on the screen. The interpreter is helping the paramedic understand and communicate with the patient, who is providing information about their condition. This setup helps bridge the communication gap, ensuring that the patient can convey their needs effectively and receive appropriate medical care. The inclusion of subtitles and a visible interpreter in the bottom right corner emphasizes the accessibility of the service for the Deaf community.

June 16, 2024 0

NEAS Introduces British Sign Language Relay Service for Deaf Emergency Patients in England

NEAS introduces a BSL Relay Service with SignVideo app on ambulance iPads, enhancing communication for Deaf patients in emergencies. [...]

The image shows the CarPlay interface. Various app icons such as Phone, Music, Maps, Messages, and Now Playing are visible on the screen. At the bottom of the screen, a notification banner with the title "Maybe: Siren" is displayed, indicating the Sound Recognition feature. The notification suggests that a siren sound has been detected, providing an alert for the user.

May 18, 2024 0

Apple Announces New Accessibility Features: Eye Tracking, Music Haptics, and More

"Apple unveils new accessibility features for iPhone and iPad, including Eye Tracking and Music Haptics, to enhance the user experience for people with disabilities." [...]

May 5, 2024 0

Toronto Theatre Offers AR (Augmented Reality) Glasses for Deaf Audience Accessibility

Discover how Pleiades Theatre is revolutionizing accessibility for Deaf audiences with AR glasses, and explore budget-friendly alternatives for smaller theatre companies. [...]

April 20, 2024 0

PBS Kids Enhances Programming with ASL Interpreters for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Viewers

Discover how PBS Kids is making their shows more accessible with ASL interpreters, and explore the importance of incorporating ASL in media for the deaf audience. [...]

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