accessible device
[/əkˈsɛsəbəl dɪˈvaɪs/]
nounpl: accessible devices
dispositivo acessível
1. A piece of equipment or technology designed to be usable by people with disabilities or diverse abilities, including those with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments
The new smartphone is an accessible device that includes voice control and screen reader compatibility for visually impaired users.
O novo smartphone é um dispositivo acessível que inclui controle por voz e compatibilidade com leitor de tela para usuários com deficiência visual.
2. Any tool or gadget engineered with accessibility features to ensure ease of use for a broader range of users
The library installed accessible devices such as adjustable-height computers and large-print keyboards.
A biblioteca instalou dispositivos acessíveis como computadores de altura ajustável e teclados com letras ampliadas.
In Brazil, the term 'dispositivo acessível' has gained prominence with increased awareness of disability rights and corporate social responsibility. The USA emphasizes this concept through legislation like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), while Brazil follows the Lei Brasileira de Inclusão. Both cultures increasingly recognize accessible devices as essential for workplace inclusion and educational equity rather than luxury features.
Related Idioms & Phrases
leveling the playing field (making equal access possible)
breaking down barriers (removing accessibility obstacles)
leaving no one behind (inclusive design philosophy)
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