Took me a little clicking around to find a concise summary of what AppleVis is/was since I was unaware so I figured I'd share it here:

> AppleVis is the go-to resource for blind and low vision users of Apple technologies. With an active, engaged user base and a vast collective understanding of accessibility on Apple's platforms, members of our community support each other in accessing the maximum potential of Apple hardware, software, and services.

Dully appreciated. Thanks for taking the time. Was shocked to find out. Truly a loss.-

I remember some 12 years ago at high school where I was trying to create an iOS app tailored for visually impaired users, that AppleVis was the go-to website to understand what was happening on the world of VoiceOver and apps focused on this demographic. I remember finding a guide for VoiceOver there that really helped me getting started.

I'm sad to see it go. I'm not sure there is will for someone to create a replacement, but hopefully something tailored for the visually impaired users can emerge.

At least at work I try to focus and champion the a11y features we have to add on the app we build (web). Sometimes it doesn't feel like it is enough.

Really sad. This was a great product.

I think the real problem is we don't care about handicapped people.

This is where the govt should step in and fund startups building for these groups because these will never be venture scale but are really important for the world and all the people who aren't as lucky.

> I think the real problem is we don't care about handicapped people.

I don't think that's a fair assessment at all.

Scroll through their app directory and look at the comments: https://www.applevis.com/apps/latest?type=ios_app_directory

The most common rating is "The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use."

There has been a lot of work put into making apps and operating systems accessible. One of my friends has been using screen readers since he was a child and his ability to navigate modern OSes and apps is truly impressive.

There will always be places where where certain apps and platforms can improve, but to suggest that we "don't care" discounts all of the effort that has gone into technology accessibility over the years.

> I think the real problem is we don't care about handicapped people.

Specifically within the Apple ecosystem, I feel like there's a lot of support for handicapped people and has been for a reasonably long time?

> This is where the govt should step in and fund startups building for these groups

Granted, somebody ought to step up to the plate here. The govt. or third sector.-