Google Maps to Get Game-Changing Accessibility Update for People with Disabilities

New Features Include Screen Reader Capabilities, Address Bar Typo Detection, and Enhanced Navigation Options

The screen reader is now available on iOS, with the Android version set to roll out in the coming months. Another mobile feature is found in the Chrome app’s address bar, which can now detect typos in text and display “suggested websites” based on the browser’s interpretation of the user’s intent. This feature aims to help individuals with dyslexia find the content they are looking for.

Google highlights that these two enhancements build on the accessibility features recently introduced on Pixel phones, such as the Magnifier app and the upgraded Guided Frame. The Guided Frame uses a combination of audio cues, high-contrast animations, and haptic feedback to assist blind individuals in taking selfies.