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Being shot down because of accessibility needs is not something anyone should expect

February 14, 2019 By Ahmed Khalifa

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During my day job, I help to grow small business’ WordPress website and I talk about that on my other website.

But like many people, I have had my fair share of barriers when it comes to accessibility. I wanted to share a story about my recent one.

Read more about how I felt shot down because of my accessibility needs

Open Captions vs Closed Captions: What’s the difference between these captions options?

December 7, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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There is a very good chance that you’ve seen it on many differences places.

Online videos, films, TV programmes, video games…captions are gradually becoming a norm and many of us are expecting to have the option to check whether it’s available and to switch it on (whether it’s available or not is another debate).

But one thing that many of us have noticed is that there are 2 types of captions: open and closed captions.

However, it’s not very clear on what are the differences between the two and when to use them respectively.

What’s the Difference Between Open and Closed Captions?

Hey Activision! Subtitles on video games should not be a “nice to have”

November 23, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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In episode 7podcast, I talk about the release of the video game Spyro Reignited Trilogy not having subtitles during the cut-scenes.

And there was also a surprising statement by the games developer and publisher on their decisions not to add it.

Read or listen to the story about Spyro video and lack of subtitles

Top 15 benefits of subtitles/captions & transcriptions (they’re not just for deaf people, y’know?)

October 23, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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When watching any video-based content, I tend to automatically switch on subtitles/captions (if available) and make use of any transcription if listening to a podcast or watching a video online.

It’s just an easy way for me to consume the content with ease and enjoy the experience better.

But I have realised it’s not just d/Deaf people, as there are many benefits of subtitles that everyone can take advantage of.

Find out what are the benefits of subtitles/captions and transcriptions

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