This week’s Access Tech Live dives into the future of AI-powered accessibility. Hosts Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo are joined by Dave Dame, Microsoft’s Senior Director of Product Accessibility, for a candid discussion about inclusive design, the philosophy of Nothing About Us Without Us, and the company’s five-year accessibility goals. Dave shares personal insights on living with cerebral palsy, the importance of barrier-free environments, and how adaptive accessories are changing daily life.
The episode also features a live demo of Windows Copilot, showcasing how generative AI can summarize websites, create and describe images, and assist with accessibility features. News highlights include Apple’s surprise “Scary Fast” Mac event, Apple Watch’s new double-tap feature, the Podesting wayfinding app in Calgary, and Sarah Sudan’s Practical Accessibility online course. Later, Sean Preece drops in with his latest Sean of the Shed update, demonstrating how NVDA users can add powerful new features through community-developed add-ons.
If you could have a personal AI assistant master one area of your life, what would it be? Share your answer in the comments and subscribe for more accessibility-first conversations with Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo.
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