How Samsung approaches Accessibility

Accessibility

Accessibility is an inherent right, so that people with disabilities can live independently and participate fully in all aspects of life; that’s how the United Nations General Assembly defines it, and that’s what we at Samsung are committed to.  We want to ensure that accessibility is factored into all of our products, so no matter who you are, you’ll be able to live how you want.

In many countries around the world, you can find raised yellow paving, which alerts visually impaired pedestrians to potential obstacles.

They provide accessibility, as part of the social agreement to provide equal opportunities for all.

How Samsung approaches Accessibility

Samsung builds accessibility into all of its devices, so that they are accessible to everyone, regardless of any physical impairment.

Larger screens and enhanced picture quality on Samsung smartphones help the hearing impaired communicate sign language with greater accuracy.

Voice recognition on Samsung Smart TVs allows them to easily operate their TVs with voice commands.

Samsung refrigerator doors require minimal strength to open and close, which is ideal for the elderly and people with disabilities.   

Out of 7.2 billion people around the world, about 1 billion, or 14%, have disabilities. This is equivalent to the total population of Africa, or almost all of China or India. It is imperative that Samsung does whatever we can to make out products accessible for everyone – whether they are visually or mobility impaired – so that they can enjoy the full user experience. 

“Think of disability simply as a different form of sensory experience. This will allow you to focus on the things they haven’t been able to enjoy as a consumer, instead of focusing on doing more for them because of disability.” (Consumer Interview)

“Products exclusively designed for people with disabilities are not preferred by those with disabilities. These products make them feel discriminated. Allowing products to be more accessible for everyone regardless of disabilities is the key.” (Consumer Interview)