On May 15, 2026, Apple announced a range of new accessibility features powered by artificial intelligence, set to arrive later this year. The announcements were made ahead of the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), scheduled for June 8-12, 2026.
Key features include Eye Tracking, which allows users to navigate an iPad or iPhone using only their eyes, and Music Haptics, which provides vibrations synchronized with music for users who are deaf or hard of hearing. Vocal Shortcuts enable users to perform tasks with custom sounds, while Vehicle Motion Cues helps reduce motion sickness in moving vehicles.
Other updates include enhancements to VoiceOver, the screen reader for blind and low-vision users, and improvements to Switch Control for users with physical disabilities. The features are part of Apple's ongoing commitment to making its products accessible to all users.
