Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Smart Glasses Tech is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all of our users.

We believe that everyone should be able to access and use our website and products, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. This commitment extends to our smart glasses technology, which is designed with accessibility features from the ground up.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.

WCAG 2.1 Principles

Accessibility Features on Our Website

Navigation and Structure

• Skip Links: "Skip to main content" links for keyboard users
• Semantic HTML: Proper heading structure and landmark elements
• Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Consistent Navigation: Predictable and consistent navigation across all pages

Visual Design

• Color Contrast: Minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio for normal text, 3:1 for large text
• Color Independence: Information is not conveyed by color alone
• Scalable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Responsive Design: Optimized for various screen sizes and orientations

Interactive Elements

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Form Labels: Clear labels and instructions for all form fields
• Error Messages: Descriptive error messages and validation feedback
• Button Labels: Descriptive button text and ARIA labels

Media and Content

• Alt Text: Descriptive alternative text for all informative images
• Video Captions: Closed captions for all video content
• Audio Descriptions: Audio descriptions for visual content in videos
• Transcripts: Text transcripts for audio and video content

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with various assistive technologies, including:

Smart Glasses Accessibility Features

Our smart glasses products include built-in accessibility features designed to assist users with various disabilities:

Visual Accessibility

• Voice Navigation: Complete voice control of all smart glasses functions
• Audio Descriptions: Detailed audio descriptions of visual content
• High Contrast Mode: Enhanced contrast for users with low vision
• Text-to-Speech: All text content can be read aloud
• Magnification: Digital zoom capabilities for text and images

Hearing Accessibility

• Visual Alerts: Visual notifications for audio alerts
• Haptic Feedback: Tactile feedback for notifications and interactions
• Closed Captions: Real-time captions for all audio content
• Sign Language Support: Recognition and translation features

Motor Accessibility

• Gesture Alternatives: Voice and eye-tracking alternatives to hand gestures
• Dwell Control: Eye-gaze dwell clicking for selection
• Switch Control: External switch device compatibility
• Adjustable Timing: Customizable interaction timeouts

Cognitive Accessibility

• Simplified Interface: Optional simplified user interface mode
• Memory Aids: Reminders and cognitive assistance features
• Clear Instructions: Step-by-step guidance for complex tasks
• Consistent Layout: Predictable and consistent interface design

Browser and Device Compatibility

Our website is tested and optimized for accessibility across various browsers and devices:

Supported Browsers

Operating System Accessibility

• Windows: Compatible with Windows Narrator, JAWS, and NVDA
• macOS: Full VoiceOver support and system accessibility features
• iOS: VoiceOver, Switch Control, and AssistiveTouch compatibility
• Android: TalkBack, Select to Speak, and accessibility shortcuts

Accessibility Testing and Monitoring

We regularly test our website and products for accessibility compliance using various methods:

Automated Testing

• axe-core accessibility engine
• WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
• Lighthouse accessibility audits
• Pa11y command-line accessibility tester

Manual Testing

• Keyboard-only navigation testing
• Screen reader testing with multiple tools
• Color contrast verification
• User testing with people with disabilities

Third-Party Audits

We engage with accessibility consultants and organizations to conduct regular audits of our digital properties and ensure compliance with current standards.

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:

Third-Party Content

• Some embedded third-party widgets may not meet our accessibility standards
• Social media embeds may have limited accessibility features
• External links may lead to sites with varying accessibility levels

Legacy Content

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
• Historical video content may lack captions or audio descriptions
• Archived materials may not meet current accessibility standards

Ongoing Improvements

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all our digital properties. Our development roadmap includes regular accessibility updates and enhancements.

Accessibility Support and Feedback

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website and products. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility and assistive technologies, we recommend these resources:

Organizations

• Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
• WebAIM
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508

Tools and Extensions

• WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool
• axe DevTools
• NVDA Screen Reader
• Apple Accessibility

Legal Compliance

Smart Glasses Tech is committed to compliance with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - United States
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act - United States Federal Agencies
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 - International Standard
• European Accessibility Act - European Union
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) - Ontario, Canada

We regularly review our compliance status and work with legal and accessibility experts to ensure we meet all applicable requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. Our improvement process includes:

Regular Audits

• Quarterly accessibility audits of all public-facing websites
• Annual comprehensive accessibility assessments
• Continuous monitoring with automated testing tools

Staff Training

• Accessibility training for all development team members
• Regular workshops on inclusive design principles
• Certification programs for accessibility specialists

User Feedback Integration

• Regular user testing sessions with people with disabilities
• Feedback collection and analysis processes
• Priority-based improvement roadmaps

Updates to This Statement

This accessibility statement is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect our current accessibility status and ongoing improvements. We will update this statement when:

• We make significant changes to our website or products
• We implement new accessibility features
• We receive feedback that requires policy updates
• Accessibility standards or regulations change

The last update date is shown at the top of this statement. For questions about updates or changes, please contact our accessibility team.