FCC Launches Support Line for Consumers Who Are Deaf & Hard of Hearing Using ASL over Videophone Direct video access to the FCC has finally become a reality for deaf and hard of hearing consumers who communicate mainly in American…
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Marlee Matlin on the FCC’s Feeble Attempts at Online Closed Captioning
Marlee Matlin on the FCC’s Feeble Attempts at Online Closed Captioning Longtime lobbyist fights for the deaf and hearing impaired to enjoy binge-watching sessions just like the rest of us. By Jordyn Taylor April 28, 2014 For some of us,…
Sorenson Communications files for bankruptcy
Sorenson Communications files for bankruptcy March 3, 2014 (Reuters) – Sorenson Communications Inc filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection late on Sunday, a court filing showed, as declining revenue and mounting debt forced the company to consider restructuring. Sorenson, which…
FCC Sets Path for Achieving Text to 9-1-1
FCC Sets Path for Achieving Text to 9-1-1 On January 30, 2014, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted a policy statement setting forth goals for achieving text-to-911 and a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM). The policy statement highlighted…
iCanConnect helps hearing, vision impaired -Oklahoma
iCanConnect helps hearing, vision impaired December 11, 2013 By Phyllis Zorn, Staff Writer Enid News and Eagle Oklahomans with combined vision and hearing loss can get the latest communications technology, including iPads and smart phones, free of charge through a…
Sign Letter Supporting Access to Telecomm for Deaf Prisoners & Families
Sign Letter Supporting Access to Telecomm for Deaf Prisoners & Families Friends and Allies: We are in urgent need of your support and action! HEARD’s Deaf Prisoner Phone Justice Campaign needs a strong push from the Community to get us…