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Over half of UK adults think disabled audiences are overlooked by tech innovators, says BT study

on Apr 23, 2014 | 0 comments

By Jessica Davies

Almost three quarters (71 per cent) of UK adults believe computer devices and apps do not cater to the interests or needs of disabled audiences, despite nearly two thirds (62 per cent) thinking technology has the power to encourage greater digital inclusion, according to a BT report.

The study, conducted by e-accessibility charity AbilityNet and OnePoll on behalf of BT, polled the views of 2,000 UK adults, and revealed that there is a strong public desire to see technology used for social good.

More than half (54 per cent) of respondents said disabled audiences are overlooked by many technology companies Read full story ›

Source: The Drum