Digital Inclusion Uneven: Exploring Visually Challenged Users' Technology Choices

This research explores the unequal digital inclusion for visually challenged (VC) individuals, focusing on their technology preferences, in a rapidly expanding digital landscape that prioritizes mobile and AI backed technologies. Despite the widespread adoption of mobile devices, the study shows that VC individuals rely heavily on personal computers, despite the convenience and portability of smartphones.

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2024-11-13
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https://doi.org/10.1145/3696593.3696622
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Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development
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Digital Inclusion Uneven: Exploring Visually Challenged Users' Technology Choices

Sachin Tanwar, P. V. M. Rao, Esha Verma
Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development
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Digital Inclusion Uneven: Exploring Visually Challenged Users' Technology Choices

Sachin Tanwar, P. V. M. Rao, Esha Verma
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Abstract

This research explores the unequal digital inclusion for visually challenged (VC) individuals, focusing on their technology preferences, in a rapidly expanding digital landscape that prioritizes mobile and AI backed technologies. Despite the widespread adoption of mobile devices, the study shows that VC individuals rely heavily on personal computers, despite the convenience and portability of smartphones.

National Institute of Fashion Technology (IN), Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IN)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development
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