Autism Society of Greater Austin presents Apps for Autism Panel SXSW 13 :Sunday, March 10 3:30PM – 4:30PM Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder typically characterized by communication, social, and behavioral delays. The market for assistive technology that posits solutions…
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Understanding iOS6 Voice Over
Another accessibility feature found within Apple’s new iOS6 is Voice Over. Â BridgingApps Co-Founder Sami Rahman has created a video to help explain this feature and how it can be beneficial for people with disabilities.
BridgingApps Now Offers 3 Levels of App Selection Service
Do you have an iPad, but struggle to figure out which apps will work best for you or someone you know with a disability? Let BridgingApps help with your unique situation. Â We are now offering 3 different app selection services.…
Apple Unveils iPhone 5
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 5, its sixth-generation smartphone.   Pre-order online starting September 14.  Or buy at your  Apple retail store starting at 8:00 a.m. on September 21.  Below are the improvements that Apple has made to the iPhone 5. Thinner,…
A Video Introduction to Assistive Touch
BridgingApps has put together a video to better help you understand the Apple iOS accessibility feature AssistiveTouch. This video includes how to setup AssistiveTouch, Feature tour and usage scenarios. Â The first video is in full length. Â The following three are…
Understanding iOS6 Guided Access
In the next version of iOS (iOS6), which is coming out soon, there is a new accessibility feature called Guided Access.  You can use it to turn off the home button via software, turn off sensors on the iPad and portions…
Do you Like an App? Tell us about it!
BridgingApps wants to know about apps you like and how you are using them. Â An “Add an Application” form has been added to each user homepage. It is important to us to know about what all is out there and…
BridgingApps Offers Two New Services!
BridgingApps is excited to announce that we will be offering two new services! As you know we publish a lot of information about apps and technology, and we are always asking for feedback. Many of you have asked about our app…
Benefits of Insignio in Light of iTunes Search Changes
Apple has recently changed how they rank apps within the App Store. Â Before, when you searched for an app your results were based on the “keyword” in the app’s name. Â Now Apple is also ranking apps based on how many…
Suggested App Features for Software Developers
What makes an app beneficial for someone with a disability? Â Many different things. Â On our Software Developer page we have compiled a list of suggested features for developers to include and or consider when creating apps. It is our goal…