Accessibility
Made for the way you want to use it.
Sound, sight, and so much more.
Everyone uses their device differently. So we look at cutting-edge technology and ask, “How can this solve a challenge for a real person?” From tools that help people know more about what's around them. To products that create easier conversations by instantly turning speech into text. It’s more than learning what real people need. It’s about building solutions that help.
Audio
Audio features so you never miss a beat.
Live Transcribe
See real-time transcripts.
Get real-time captions right as you’re having a conversation. Live Transcribe can catch tricky nuances like the difference between “new Yorkshire Terriers” and “New York Terrace.” So when someone’s talking, you can stay in the moment.
Live Caption
Caption almost everything on your phone.
With a single tap, Live Caption automatically captions videos, podcasts and audio messages—even stuff you record yourself. Without ever needing Wi-Fi or cell phone data.
Sound Amplifier
Hear things more clearly.
With Sound Amplifier, your phone can boost sound, filter background noise, and fine tune to how you hear best. Whether you’re watching TV or talking in a busy room—just plug in your headphones.
Find more audio support features
- Hearing aid support
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Android 10 now has built-in support for streaming media and calls directly to hearing aids. Using bluetooth low energy so that you can stream longer.
Learn more
Vision
Vision support to explore your world.
TalkBack
Hear what’s on your screen.
Fully interact with what’s on your screen through sound and touch. Use TalkBack to hear everything from notifications to app names to how much battery life you have left.
Lookout
Explore your world with your camera.
With Lookout, use your camera to help you identify what’s nearby. Just point it at an object to find out what it is. Like what food is sitting on your cutting board.
Find more vision support features
- Magnification
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Make text and icons larger and easier to see.
- Color correction
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Calibrate colors on your phone so it’s easier to distinguish between them.
Mobility
Mobility tools to make using your device easier.
Switch Access
Plug in your adaptive switch.
Android has built-in switch support to help you use your phone. Hook up a physical switch, use an external keyboard or assign actions to your phone’s volume buttons.
Voice Access
Control your phone with your voice.
With Voice Access, you can get around your phone with just your voice. Open apps, navigate between screens, type messages and even edit text. All just by talking out loud.
Find more mobility support features
- Accessibility Menu
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Simply tap the button to access the features you use most. No swipes or other gestures needed.
Accessibility Studies.
We believe in building things with real users. Make our accessibility products even more impactful by joining our test groups and user studies.
Disability Support.
We're here to help. Learn how to use our accessibility tools and get personalized help from our Disability Support team.