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Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
John Helmes and Michael Vermeersch from Microsoft join Robin Christopherson to chat about Microsoft’s Adaptive Accessories. They talk about how these accessories are making a difference in the lives of disabled people and explore how AI might shake things up in terms of customising devices to individual needs.
Here is a list of resources that were referenced during the episode:
- This video provides an overview of the Microsoft Adaptive Accessories: Meet the new Adaptive Accessories from Microsoft
- Find more information about Microsoft Adaptive Accessories here: Accessible accessories for PC and Gaming
- Find examples of how the Microsoft Adaptive Accessories can be used in this YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaraUnlockingPotential
- 3D printed customizations for the Microsoft Adaptive Accessories can be found at Shapeways
- Find out more about free digital skills training for people over 65: www.abilitynet.org.uk/BTDigitalSkills
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