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18 10, 2024

Video Accessibility: Removing Barriers to Inclusive Entertainment

By Josh Carr|2024-10-18T15:19:15-06:00October 18, 2024|Portfolio|

In today’s digital age, video content is one of the most powerful and widely consumed forms of media. Whether it’s streaming a favorite show, playing an immersive video game, or catching the latest news broadcast, millions of people rely on video for entertainment, education, and information. Yet, for people with disabilities, accessing video content can still present significant barriers. Video accessibility isn’t just about compliance with legal standards—it’s about guaranteeing that everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to the rich, multi-sensory experiences that video platforms offer. Why Video Accessibility Matters Video accessibility makes certain that people with disabilities can [...]

17 10, 2024

Accessible Video Scrubbing Controls for Connected TV

By Josh Carr|2024-10-18T14:53:01-06:00October 17, 2024|Case Studies, Portfolio|

At VideoA11y, we're committed to ensuring that video content is accessible to all, including users with motor disabilities. Our recent case study focused on designing accessible video player scrubbing controls for Connected TV apps, optimizing them for diverse user needs. This study improves the usability of video scrubbing controls for remotes, while accounting for the needs of text-to-speech users for accurate script updates. Key Concepts: Accessible Video Scrubbing To better understand the impact of our proposed solutions, let’s define some key terms: Scrubbing: Fast-forwarding or rewinding through a video via a progress bar. Interval: The unit of progress movement on [...]

16 10, 2024

CTVA Video Accessibility Considerations

By Josh Carr|2024-10-18T15:18:27-06:00October 16, 2024|Portfolio, Regulations|

The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act (CVTA) of 2023 The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act of 2023 (CVTA) is a landmark legislative proposal that builds on the earlier 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA), addressing critical gaps left by the rapid evolution of digital technology. It proposes new standards for video accessibility, communication platforms, and video playback devices, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to these tools. At VideoA11y, we appreciate the care taken for this legislative proposal and are excited to support the video accessibility aspects of the document. Here’s a brief summary [...]

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