Tech Workshop (In-Person)

Tech in-Session: Built-in Smartphone Accessibility

Lighthouse Guild Technology Center, 250 West 64th Street, New York, NY 10023

November 11, 2026 | 3:00 EST

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In Person

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM EST

About the Session

An in-person workshop exploring the native accessibility features of iPhone and Android, covering screen magnification, voice assistants, and display settings.

Join us on for an in-person workshop exploring the native accessibility features available on iPhone and Android. This session will cover topics ranging from screen magnification, text-to-speech options, features of voice assistants (Siri and Google Assistant), display settings, and more. If you’re new to digital accessibility, or would like a refresher, or if you’re curious how the two smartphone systems compare, come join the discussion! 

Topics Will Include

  • Virtual Assistants
  • Screen magnification
  • Text selection to speech
  • Phone camera magnifier and image description
  • Visual filters
  • Accessibility shortcuts

This workshop is a perfect opportunity to ask questions, share advice and connect with others who use assistive technology.

Space is limited to ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate, ask questions, and learn more about technology. Register today and bring your questions! 

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