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Introduction Assistive technologies have revolutionized the way individuals with disabilities navigate the world, granting greater independence and usability for everyday activities. As one of the most widely used navigation tools, Google Maps has taken meaningful steps to improve accessibility through features like wheelchair-accessible routes and voice-guided navigation for blind or visually impaired individuals. To understand the effectiveness of these features, I

During the summer of 2017 my best friend had to get surgery on her thumb, temporarily disabling her. At the time we loved playing Blizzard’s Overwatch on the Playstation. She wanted to be able to keep playing with me and our online friends, but her casted thumb was making the standard controller almost impossible to

The Apple Watch is an innovative assistive technology that offers fall detection, emergency SOS, and heart rate monitoring. These features provide safety, health monitoring, and peace of mind for individuals with disabilities or health conditions. It enhances independence and supports users in managing health emergencies, making it an essential tool for safety and well-being. My