Design Critiques

What makes some designs good and others bad? Why do some designs work while others don’t? Posts in this category offer thoughtful design critiques of modern digital interfaces, with commentary inspired by Don Norman’s “The Design of Everyday Things.”

Assistive Technology: Otter.ai

Otter.ai provides real-time transcription and AI meeting note-taking services that help many working professionals and students get the most out of their virtual/live meetings without having to worry about note completion and accuracy. Though it was not originally developed for the disability community, it has gained great recognition from people with disabilities, specifically those who […]

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Screenshot of Macbook Pro Settings Tab showing main Voice Control Settings

Assistive Technology: Voice Control (macOS)

Introduction Voice Control is an assistive tool that was first introduced to Apple laptops and computers in 2019 through the macOS Catalina software update. It allows users with physical disabilities to fully use their device, boasting the ability to navigate a desktop and its applications and interact with on-screen activity using voice commands. Stand Out

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Assistive Technology: The PS Access Controller

Introduction The PS Access Controller by Sony, is a PlayStation 5 controller designed to enhance gaming accessibility. This controller aims to provide a more convenient gaming experience for players with special needs, helping them overcome the challenges of traditional controllers. Key Features of PS Access Controller Feature1: Modular Design The modular design of the PS

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Assistive Technology: AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Health Features

Introduction The AirPods Pro 2’s hearing health features can help people with mild to moderate hearing loss hear their surroundings (voices, music, and sounds) more clearly. Users can complete a clinically validated hearing test and access hearing health metrics on their iPhone, and the AirPods Pro 2 will adjust the audio output based on their

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Assistive Technology: Bloomberg Connects App

What is Bloomberg Connects? The Bloomberg Connects app provides free digital guides to over 550 museums, galleries, gardens, public art, festivals, historic sites, and more, expanding access to arts and culture around the world. The app offers the ability to learn about current exhibitions at a portfolio of participating cultural partners through dynamic content exclusive

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