Apple is rolling out new accessibility features powered by Apple Intelligence, including smarter VoiceOver descriptions, natural-language voice controls, AI-generated subtitles and a Vision Pro feature that lets users steer compatible power wheelchairs using only their eyes. The updates, timed around Global Accessibility Awareness Day, aim to bring "powerful new capabilities into our accessibility features while maintaining our foundational commitment to privacy by design," says Apple CEO Tim Cook.

Amazon has launched Alexa Podcasts, a new feature within Alexa+ that lets users generate podcast episodes on virtually any topic by simply making a voice request. Alexa Podcasts uses AI to research and create episode outlines, which users can then personalize before listening. Amazon has partnered with major news outlets to enhance the reliability of content and ensure access to real-time, accurate information.

Google I/O 2026 showcased major AI advancements, including Gemini Intelligence and new Android 17 features. The event also highlighted Google's rebranded Fitbit app as Google Health, its AI-powered health coach and displayless Fitbit Air tracker, alongside broader efforts to enhance user experience with AI-driven tools while addressing ongoing privacy concerns.