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Inside Apple: Sonic Accessibility

Inside Apple: Sonic Accessibility

Update: 2025-04-024
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If you want to know where the future of sound is headed, accessibility is a great place to look. And for decades, Apple has been leading the charge in accessible technology. In this episode, the Apple team breaks down the philosophy and craft behind their most impactful accessibility features. Along the way, we reveal how these innovations have transformed the way we interact with our devices, and could even lead to a revolution in hearing health. Featuring Sarah Herrlinger, Deidre Caldbeck, Ron Huang, and Eric Treski.




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Jejj

Love learning more about the history of making the digital world accessible to the most people possible.

Apr 6th
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Inside Apple: Sonic Accessibility

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