TableEx

TableEx is a unique and inclusive mobile game designed specifically to bring the enjoyment of classic board and card games to blind users. It achieves this through full screen reader support and intuitive gesture controls, making a variety of game experiences accessible at your fingertips.

Whether you prefer to play…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/tableex/

Multiple Beep Sounds during Voice Input when using Gboard

Issue Description: When using voice input with TalkBack (version 14 and later), multiple beep sounds play simultaneously, disrupting the typing experience. This issue first appeared in TalkBack 14 and remains unresolved in TalkBack 15.2.
– WCAG 2.2 Guideline: 2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A), 2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)
Android Accessibility…

https://accessibleandroid.com/bugs/multiple-beep-sounds-during-voice-input-when-using-gboard/

TalkBack navigates between keyboard items instead of moving focus out of the Gboard window when swiping

Issue Description: When using Gboard with TalkBack, swiping right or left to navigate to the next window (e.g., to access “Submit” or “Send” buttons) causes the cursor to move within the keyboard keys instead of navigating to the intended window. This issue first appeared in TalkBack 9 and remains unresolved…

https://accessibleandroid.com/bugs/talkback-navigates-between-keyboard-items-instead-of-moving-focus-out-of-the-gboard-window-when-swiping/

Jacket.fm — Social Audio

Jacket.fm is a voice-first platform where users can share audio content, build communities around their interests, and connect with others. The app allows you to record and share thoughts, stories, or music as individual posts or ongoing series, either publicly or privately. You can also co-record or hang out with…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/jacket-fm-social-audio/

Gemini Live Camera Stream and Screen Sharing Impressions: Is Gemini Ready to Be the AI Assistant for the Blind?

I had been waiting impatiently for the Gemini camera streaming and screen sharing features to be rolled out to my device ever since I saw Google’s announcement about extending their availability to free users. Although I briefly tried the preview version, the idea of having these features directly built into…

https://accessibleandroid.com/gemini-live-camera-stream-and-screen-sharing-impressions-is-gemini-ready-to-be-the-ai-assistant-for-the-blind/

What’s New in TalkBack 16.0

Google has started rolling out version 16.0 of the TalkBack screen reader. This release introduces new image description features powered by Gemini AI and new options for navigating tables. As usual, the update is being rolled out in stages and may take up to a week to reach your device.…

https://accessibleandroid.com/whats-new-in-talkback-16-0/

How to Turn Off Contact Suggestions in Share Sheet on Samsung Devices

Starting with Android 15, Samsung no longer provides a native option in system settings to disable “Direct Share” — the feature that shows frequently used contacts in the share menu. If you find this cluttered or unnecessary, here’s a quick way to turn it off using Good Lock.

Steps to…

https://accessibleandroid.com/how-to-turn-off-contact-suggestions-in-share-sheet-on-samsung-devices/

One UI 8.0 Beta 1 on Galaxy S25 Devices: An Early Look at Accessibility and Samsung TalkBack 16

Samsung has begun rolling out the first beta of One UI 8.0, based on Android 16, to its flagship Galaxy S25 series. For visually impaired users relying on Samsung TalkBack, new software iterations always bring a mix of anticipation and apprehension. We’ve had a chance to install the One UI…

https://accessibleandroid.com/one-ui-8-0-beta-1-on-galaxy-s25-devices-an-early-look-at-accessibility-and-samsung-talkback-16/

A Review of the Motorola Razr’s Accessibility with TalkBack

I hesitate to call this a review since I did not use this Motorola Razr as my primary phone for any substantial amount of time. However, I did acquire it fully intending to put it through its paces as far as accessibility was concerned, particularly when it came to the…

https://accessibleandroid.com/a-review-of-the-motorola-razrs-accessibility-with-talkback

AudioRace

AudioRace invites you to put the pedal to the metal in a heart-pounding racing game designed from the ground up with accessibility at its core, specifically tailored for blind players. This game challenges you to navigate tracks using immersive and intuitive audio cues that guide you through every curve, straightaway,…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/audiorace/

Zdravo Srbija 🇷🇸
The long wait is over! Speech Recognition & Synthesis by Google, AKA Google TTS has been updated and now it supports Serbian. The voice data includes one female voice.
See our List of languages with available TTS engines on Android https://accessibleandroid.com/list-of-languages-with-available-tts-engines-on-android/

OpenAI has launched an update to Advanced Voice to make conversations much more natural and effortless.
The updated Advanced Voice is also more effective at translation, continuously translating across multiple turns until being told to stop.
Now available to all paid users in ChatGPT.
More details: https://help.openai.com/en/articles/6825453-chatgpt-release-notes

Anytime Podcast Player

Anytime is a free and open-source podcast player app. It is designed to be simple and easy to use, whilst including more modern features such as chapters, transcripts and funding links.

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/anytime-podcast-player/

What’s New in Prudence Screen Reader 3.0.0

Prudence Screen Reader has just received a major update on Google Play, bringing the app to version 3.0.0. This version introduces a range of powerful new features and improvements focused on enhancing accessibility and user control.

New Features:

- Danish Language Support: Danish has been added to the list of…

https://accessibleandroid.com/whats-new-in-prudence-screen-reader-3-0-0/

A Beginner’s Guide to Samsung TalkBack and How It Differs from Google’s Version

Google TalkBack is the default built-in screen reader for Android. However, starting with One UI 3.0 based on Android 11, Samsung phones and tablets come with Samsung’s own version of TalkBack set as the default screen reader.

Choosing between the two screen readers on a Samsung device is not a…

https://accessibleandroid.com/a-beginners-guide-to-samsung-talkback-and-how-it-differs-from-googles-version/

Honor 400 Review

The Honor 400 is a well-built device that balances performance, design, and accessibility. With Android 15 out of the box, 6 myears of Android upgrades and solid hardware, it offers a practical experience for everyday use, and more importantly, a surprisingly polished experience for blind and visually impaired users. It’s…

https://accessibleandroid.com/honor-400-review/

Wakey: Keep Screen On

Have you ever wanted to keep your device’s screen on longer than your device display’s default sleep timeout? Want to make your screen go to max brightness when you are using navigation or viewing your vacation photos? With Wakey, you can keep your screen on as long as you like.…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/wakey-keep-screen-on/

Music Folder Player

Music Folder Player was made for people who don’t like to see music displayed based on artist, album, track or playlists. If you prefer organizing your audio tracks in folders, this may be the right player for you. Besides that, it comes with a lot of unique features.

- Material…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/music-folder-player/

Vivaldi Browser

Vivaldi browser comes packed with smart features including desktop-style tabs, a built-in Ad Blocker, protection against trackers, and a private translator. Browser options like themes and layout choices help you make Vivaldi your own.

Browse faster by adding your favorite bookmarks as Speed Dials on the new tab page, to…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/vivaldi-browser/

Synapptic

Synapptic is an all-in-one software suite designed for people who are blind or partially sighted. It provides a simple and consistent user interface that makes smartphones and tablets easier to use. Available as pre-installed on select phones or as a standalone app, Synapptic includes accessible tools for calling, messaging, web…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/synapptic/