New AT&T apps target subscribers with disabilities

AT&T announced a partnership with mobile software developer Code Factory to introduce Mobile Speak and Mobile Magnifier, two new applications promising increased usability for subscribers who are blind or suffer from impaired vision. Optimized for Windows Mobile and Symbian Series 60-based handsets, Mobile Speak--a screen reader promising an easy-to-learn command structure, intuitive speech feedback and Braille support--automatically detects information that the blind user should know, supporting applications including text messaging, web browsing, media playback and voice commands. Mobile Magnifier is a full-screen magnification app for both low- and high-resolution screens enabling font-smoothing for easier readability, three different screen layouts, a variety of color schemes, automatic panning and cursor tracking, and automatic zoom.

Mobile Speak and Mobile Magnifier are each available for a one-time charge of $89. "There is a real need for more wireless options for individuals who have vision loss," said American Foundation for the Blind vice president of programs and policy Paul Schroeder in a prepared statement. "We value AT&T for its leadership in addressing the needs of this community."

For more on Mobile Speak and Mobile Magnifier:
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