accessibility

Imagine chatting with your computer as if it’s your personal assistant. Enter Windows Copilot Voice, Microsoft’s voice-enabled conversational AI tool, which transforms the way users interact and work with the AI-powered chatbot. Designed to make life seamless, this nifty innovation goes beyond...

Microsoft is stepping up its game with the rollout of advanced features for Windows 11 through its Copilot Plus initiative. Copilot Plus, essentially an AI-driven assistant embedded within Windows, is no stranger to impactful updates, but the addition of a Live Translation service for Intel- and...

It’s finally happening, folks. After years of hearing that frustrating error message, "Another App Is Using the Camera Already," Microsoft has decided to gift Windows 11 users with the groundbreaking ability to use your webcam across multiple apps simultaneously. No more choosing between a Zoom...

Windows 11 is breathing a new life into its accessibility and multilingual capabilities with the latest Dev Channel Insider Preview Build. It isn’t just a minor tweak—it’s a platform-wide enhancement poised to help users break through language barriers like never before. Microsoft isn’t holding...

Hello, tech enthusiasts and Windows aficionados! We've got some exciting news on the accessibility and AI front in Windows 11. Microsoft is stepping up its game with "real-time translation in live captions," now rolling out to even more Copilot+ PCs in the Windows Insider Dev Channel. This marks...

Microsoft just dropped another exciting bombshell for all Windows 11 enthusiasts! If you've ever found yourself frustrated by the limitations of your PC's camera, the latest feature roll-out is about to turn that pain point into a productivity booster. With a sharper focus on accessibility...

In yet another move to make its flagship operating system the darling of the modern tech world, Microsoft is rolling out a feature that has been long overdue: the ability to use the same webcam across multiple applications simultaneously. Yes, you read that right—no more taming third-party...

Alright, Windows 11 users, gather around—it’s story time. It seems Microsoft has been listening to us (for once) and has introduced a feature that could change the webcam game for multitaskers and accessibility advocates alike. Forget the classic "choose your champion" dilemma when multiple apps...

Accessibility has always been a cornerstone of Microsoft's mission to empower users of all abilities to fully engage with computing technology. One tool that demonstrates this commitment is Windows Narrator, a built-in screen reader that enables visually impaired users to interact seamlessly...

In a recent and deeply illuminating study conducted by EY (Ernst & Young), Microsoft 365 Copilot was given a glowing appraisal for its transformative role in fostering workplace inclusivity. The research, which surveyed over 300 employees across 17 global organizations, focused predominantly on...

Eye control technology is no longer just the stuff of sci-fi movies—it’s very much available on Windows 10 and Windows 11 today. Whether you’re someone with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a caregiver setting up assistive tools, or simply curious about how futuristic tech has become...

In a move that should have arrived years ago—but as they say, better late than never—Windows 11 is finally addressing one of the quirkiest, long-standing issues with webcams on Windows PCs: the inability for multiple applications to access a single camera at the same time. This capability, which...

In an era where digital solutions drive our academic interactions, the recent decision by a notable college to transition from Zoom to Microsoft Teams for online meetings comes with a myriad of implications—especially for students with disabilities. As we face the reality of this shift, we need...

Microsoft continues to put its best foot forward in enhancing the user experience with Windows 11. The latest preview build, 27764, is now available for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. With this update, the tech giant introduces several exciting features aimed at refining the Start menu...

In an era where digital accessibility takes precedence over user experience, Microsoft's latest guide on "Making Windows Easier to See" is a promising leap toward inclusive computing. Designed for Windows 10 and 11 users, this comprehensive support document outlines a plethora of accessibility...

In our ever-evolving digital landscape, accessibility features in software platforms are becoming increasingly vital, not just for those with disabilities but also for everyone who values personalized experiences. One such feature is closed captioning—a useful element that helps interpret spoken...

In today's fast-paced digital environment, typing can sometimes feel more like a chore than an effective means of communication. Whether you're drafting a lengthy email, writing an essay, or simply jotting down thoughts, wouldn't it be more efficient to let your voice do the work? Enter Windows’...

Ever dreamed of a world where your AI assistant not only writes brilliant responses but also narrates them like a tech-savvy audiobook? Wait no more—the future is here, and Microsoft Copilot is leading the charge with its latest enhancement: read-aloud support for chat responses. Set to launch...

Let’s dive headfirst into an incredibly compelling story from Microsoft—not the usual tale of flashy gadgets, but one that highlights a transformative step in fostering inclusivity through cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI). You might know Microsoft 365, the ubiquitous suite of...

As we close out another year, the Windows Accessibility team has set its sights on reshaping how users interact with Windows 11. This year, they have taken remarkable strides toward inclusivity, driven by a simple principle: "Nothing about us without us." This ethos underscores the importance of...