For research and testing, Comcast worked with New Horizons, an organization that provides housing and support for people with physical disabilities. Carol Fitzgerald, CEO of New Horizons said, "Technology can help level the playing field for people with disabilities. When companies like Comcast design products and experiences with accessibility at the forefront, they not only create better products for everyone, but they also help to unlock more independence for millions of people with disabilities."
As Fitzgerald points out, the power of accessible design is that it can improve products for everyone. Take the battery compartment on Comcast's remote: instead of the usual, finicky cover, this one features a rubber pull and slides open when pressed. While that feature may have been designed for people with dexterity issues, pretty much anyone would welcome tweaks that make it easier to swap batteries on remotes and other devices.
For more on unlocking the benefits of accessible design, check out our free OMNIBILITY trend briefing.
