Did something change in terms of accessibility APIs?

Asked on 06/16/2025

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Yes, there have been updates to accessibility APIs as discussed in the sessions from WWDC. In the session titled Principles of inclusive app design, it was emphasized that adopting accessibility APIs is crucial for making apps work well with assistive technologies. These APIs help integrate features like Voiceover, Switch Control, and Voice Control, allowing users to interact with screen-based products without needing to touch the screen.

Additionally, the session Catch up on accessibility in SwiftUI highlighted how accessibility APIs can enhance app interactions and improve user experiences by refining common patterns in SwiftUI.

Moreover, the introduction of Accessibility Nutrition Labels, as mentioned in the session Evaluate your app for Accessibility Nutrition Labels, allows developers to declare and showcase the accessibility features their apps support, providing users with confidence that the app meets their accessibility needs.