This event is a hybrid event. It will take place in person at, Beckman B060 Munzer Auditorium, 279 Campus Drive West, and virtually.
Apple's accessibility support for iOS and macOS is designed to ensure that all users, including those with disabilities, can fully engage with their devices. In addition to tools such as VoiceOver and Magnifier, popular with blind and low-vision individuals, there are a myriad of customizable text sizes, colors, and contrast options, as well as features like Speak Screen and Sound Recognition. Apple empowers users to tailor their experience according to their specific needs, fostering inclusivity and independence across its platforms.
Join us for a presentation on the accessibility features of Apple devices. We will explore the deep set of tools built into Apple hardware and software. Starting with an overview and then through demos of these tools. You will walk away with a solid understanding of the approach to accommodations at Apple.
Guest Speaker: Ben Graham, Apple
Ben began his career as an IT Administrator with Goodby, Silverstein, and Partners, an advertising firm in San Francisco, and worked his way up to Director of Creative Technology. He then continued to Leo Burnett World Wide in Chicago as a relationship manager for IT projects. After the enterprise gigs, he left advertising to join JAMF Software, makers of the Jamf Pro, as employee number 16. He progressed at JAMF, starting as a Product Specialist, then Product Manager, Systems Engineer, and finally, Consulting Engineer. He joined Apple in 2012 as a Systems Engineer for Higher Education in Northern California and Nevada. He’s very passionate about teaching, learning, and Accessibility in higher education where he continues utilizing the skills he learned in enterprise environments.
