Accessibility apps

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Accessibility apps are mobile apps that increase the accessibility of a device or technology for individuals with disabilities.^[1] Applications, also known as, application software, are programs that are designed for end users to be able to perform specific tasks. There are many different types of apps, some examples include, word processors, web browsers, media players, console games, photo editors, accounting applications and flight simulators. Accessibility in general refers to making the design of products and environment more accommodating to those with disabilities.^[2] Accessibility apps can also include making a current version of software or hardware more accessible by adding features. Accessibility apps main aim is to remove any barriers to technological goods and services, making the app available to any group of society to use.^[1] A basic example is that a person who experiences vision impairments is able to access technology through enabling voice recognition and text-to-speech software.^[1]