Smartphone Accessibility

The design and adaptation of smartphone hardware, operating systems, and applications to be usable by people with disabilities. Smartphones have become increasingly important as assistive technology platforms due to their widespread availability, built-in accessibility features (screen readers, magnification, switch access), and the growing ecosystem of accessibility-focused applications. In the Global South, low-cost Android smartphones represent a potentially transformative platform for assistive technology delivery, though challenges remain around device specifications, internet connectivity, and the availability of locally relevant accessible applications.