Technology should make life easier – but it doesn't always for people with disability
A new Vision Australia survey found that 56% of people who are blind or have low vision said advances in home appliance technology had made their lives more difficult. Many appliances prioritize aesthetics over usability, making it hard for people with disability to use them independently.
Many new home technologies are inaccessible for people who are blind or have low vision. A Vision Australia survey of 700 people found that 56% said advances in technology had made their lives more difficult. Over 60% had to modify appliances, avoid certain products, or rely on others to use them. For those with no vision, four in five avoided using appliances altogether. Vision Australia is calling for the introduction of accessibility standards for home appliances. Currently, many appliances prioritize aesthetics over usability, making it hard for people with disability to use them independently.
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