Apple introduces new accessibility tools for the disabled on iPhone, Watch

Cupertino (California): In a bid to further provide users with disabilities new tools for navigation, health, communication, and more, Apple on Tuesday previewed innovative software features that combine the power of hardware, software and machine learning (ML) on its array of products.
People who are blind or low vision can now use their iPhone and iPad to navigate the last few feet to their destination with ‘Door Detection’ tool.
The users with physical and motor disabilities who may rely on assistive features like Voice Control and Switch Control can fully control Apple Watch from their iPhone with Apple Watch Mirroring and the deaf and hard of hearing community can follow Live Captions on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, the company said in a statement.
Apple is also expanding support for its industry-leading screen reader ‘VoiceOver’ with over 20 new languages and locales.
These features will be available later this year with software updates across Apple platforms.
Also Read Apple releases new updates for iPhones, iPads “We’re excited to introduce these new features, which combine innovation and creativity from teams across Apple to give users more options to use our products in ways that best suit their needs and lives,” said Sarah Herrlinger, Apple’s senior director of Accessibility Policy and Initiatives.