MWC 2024, Google Accessibility and Hands on with the Samsung S24 Ultra

In this episode of Access Tech Live, Steven Scott and Mark Aflalo discuss the latest announcements from Mobile World Congress and the value of the event. They also talk about Apple’s decision to cease production of their Apple car and focus on AI. The hosts explore the improvements in screen reader support for Google Lens and Maps, as well as the deep integration of AI in Apple’s operating systems. They also provide an overview of the Samsung S24 Ultra and its benefits for low vision users. The episode concludes with a discussion on the accessibility of the Audible platform.

00:00 – Introduction and Overview of Mobile World Congress
01:18 – Evolution of Mobile World Congress and Future Devices
04:19 – Apple’s Focus on AI and Improvements to Siri
05:09 – Improved Screen Reader Support for Google Lens and Maps
06:02 – Deep Integration of AI in Apple’s Operating Systems
07:01 – Overview of Samsung S24 Ultra
09:19 – Benefits of Android Phones for Low Vision Users
09:49 – Improved Screen Reader Support and Circle to Search Feature
11:38 – Demonstration of Circle to Search Feature
12:48 – Editing Images with AI on Samsung S24 Ultra
15:28 – Real Value of AI Image Editing Features
16:24 – Accessibility of Audible Platform

Takeaways
-Mobile World Congress has evolved into a future-looking conference, showcasing devices and technologies that may not be available for some time.
– Apple’s decision to focus on AI and improve Siri is a positive move, as the current version of Siri is considered to be lacking in functionality.
– Improved screen reader support for Google Lens and Maps allows users to receive information about their surroundings through their smartphone’s camera.
– The Samsung S24 Ultra offers a bright and vivid display, making it a great choice for low vision users.
– The Circle to Search feature on the Samsung S24 Ultra allows users to easily search for information by circling an object on the screen.
– The AI image editing features on the Samsung S24 Ultra provide users with the ability to edit and manipulate images with ease.
– The accessibility of the Audible platform is discussed, with Georgia Knox, Audible’s country manager for Canada, providing insights into its accessibility features.

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