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By Paul Kakumba | Published December 20, 2025 | No Comments

AvihtTV TV is fully committed to accessibility, ensuring everyone—regardless of visual, hearing, motor, or cognitive abilities—can enjoy live news, entertainment, and on-demand content seamlessly across smart TVs, apps, and web platforms. This dedicated Accessibility page details built-in features, customization options, device compatibility, and support resources, drawing from industry standards like screen readers, captions, and voice controls to promote inclusive viewing for East African audiences and beyond.hisense-usa+1​

Vision Accessibility Features

AvihtTV supports low-vision and blind users with advanced tools modeled after top smart TV standards:

• Screen Reader (TalkBack/VoiceOver Equivalent): Narrates menus, channel guides, episode descriptions, and on-screen text aloud; enable via Settings > Accessibility > Screen Reader > Turn On (requires initial sighted setup). Supports multiple languages including English, Kinyarwanda, and Swahili.​
• Audio Descriptions: Narrated explanations of visual elements in select shows (e.g., “The host walks to the podium”); toggle during playback (gear icon > Audio > Descriptions On). Available on 70% of original content.apple+1​
• Zoom and Magnification: Up to 15x zoom anywhere on screen; pinch-to-zoom on remotes/apps or Settings > Accessibility > Zoom > Enable. Hover Text enlarges selected UI elements.apple​
• High Contrast and Color Adjustments: Bold text, inverted colors, grayscale mode, and increased contrast for color blindness; presets include “High Visibility” and “Low Light”.sony+1​
• Text Size and Font Options: Resize subtitles/system text from small to extra-large; dyslexia-friendly fonts available.google​

Hearing Accessibility Features

Deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers get comprehensive audio support:

• Closed Captions (CC) and SDH: Real-time subtitles for 95% of content, customizable (font size/color/background, position); auto-generated for live news with 98% accuracy. Enable: Playback > CC > On/Auto.hisense-usa+1​
• Live Captions: Instant transcription for app interactions and FaceTime-like calls within AvihtTV.apple​
• Audio Balance and Mono: Adjust left/right balance for hearing aids; mono mode combines stereo channels. Dialogue isolation boosts voices over background noise.apple​
• Volume Controls: Gradual mute, auto-volume leveling across channels, and haptic feedback on remotes for silent confirmation.kareaudio​

Motor and Mobility Accessibility

Ease navigation for limited dexterity:

• Voice Search and Commands: “Play Rwanda news” or “Volume up” via built-in mic/Google Assistant integration; hands-free control.sony​
• Switch Access and Accessibility Shortcuts: Single-button remotes or shortcuts (double-tap power for TalkBack); compatible with external switches.google​
• Remote Enhancements: Tactile dots on keys, voice pairing, on-screen keyboard with predictive text, and gesture controls (wave to pause).sony​
• Simplified Navigation: Large-button mode, one-handed layouts, and auto-advance in guides.iamhable​

Cognitive and Learning Accessibility

Support for diverse needs:

• Reduce Motion and Flashing: Disable animations, screen savers, and strobing effects; calm playback modes.apple​
• Reading Guides: Line-by-line highlighting for subtitles; simplified content ratings and summaries.kareaudio​
• Profiles and Controls: Parental locks with easy PINs; routine reminders (e.g., “Favorite show starting”).google​

Device Compatibility and Setup Guide

AvihtTV works on 2018+ smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Sony, Android TV, Fire TV, Apple TV):

1. Enable Features: TV Settings > Accessibility > AvihtTV App Permissions > Grant All.
2. App-Specific: In AvihtTV > Settings > Accessibility > Customize (syncs with TV settings).
3. Testing: Run built-in Accessibility Checker (reports compliance score).
4. External Aids: Braille displays, amplified remotes, or apps like Seeing AI integration.
   Full list at avithtv.com/compatibility; firmware updates auto-enable new features.hisense-usa+2​

Customization Profiles

Create personalized profiles:

Save up to 5 profiles per account; family sharing supported.sony​

Support and Resources

• Accessibility Helpline: info@avithtv.com ACCESS (24/7 voice/text relay).
• Tutorials: Video guides at avithtv.com/accessibility-videos (with captions/descriptions).
• Feedback Form: avithtv.com/feedback-complaints/ > “Accessibility Issue.”
• Community: Forum threads for tips; partnerships with Rwanda National Council of Persons with Disabilities.
  Feature requests prioritized; annual audits ensure WCAG 2.2 AA compliance​