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Audio Description Quality: Best Practices and Legal Standards

by Michal Nowicki in Industry Trends

This blog was written by Michal Nowicki. It has been updated for relevance and accuracy by AJ Beltis in conjunction with Michal Nowicki. How the ADA Impacts Video Accessibility [Free eBook] Video is everywhere. It’s on our TVs, computers, smartphones, tablets, and…

Updated April 10, 2025

Ultimate Guide to the European Accessibility Act (EAA) for Video

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) establishes accessibility requirements for several key products and services to benefit individuals with disabilities and elderly people in the European Union. The goal of the legislation is to eliminate the barriers that people with disabilities confront when…

Updated March 26, 2025

AI Dubbing’s Biggest Limitations & Solutions Explored

by sofia in Industry Trends

In today’s globalized landscape, high-quality dubbing is crucial for reaching audiences worldwide. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made dubbing more accessible, with AI-powered dubbing solutions offering budget-friendly options. However, AI dubbing has it’s limitations and a human-in-the-loop approach is crucial…

Updated January 23, 2025

When to Use Audio Description on Your Content

by Kelly Mahoney in Video Accessibility

With anticipated updates to Title II of the ADA, an increasing number of organizations will be legally required to adhere to stricter accessibility rules. One of the most essential aspects of the upcoming requirements is audio description (AD) – a tool to…

Updated March 17, 2025

Is AI Dubbing Worth the Cost for eLearning Localization?

by sofia in User Engagement

The eLearning industry is sitting on a massive opportunity for growth by tapping into non-English speaking markets around the world. Over 75% of the global population speaks languages other than English. By using AI dubbing for elearning localization you can expand your…

Updated May 9, 2025

NBC Sports and 3Play Media Team Up to Enhance Accessibility for 2024 Paris Olympics

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Case Studies

Learn More About Media Accessibility Solutions for Sports The 2024 Paris Olympics have wrapped up, leaving a legacy of athletic achievement and unparalleled accessibility in sports broadcasting. In a landmark collaboration, NBC Sports and 3Play Media exemplified a strong commitment to inclusivity,…

August 29, 2024

Expert Insights: A Deep Dive Into Advancements in AI Dubbing with Engineering Leader

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Industry Trends

Reach Global Audiences with 3Play’s AI Dubbing Solution In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in various industries, and the dubbing industry is no exception. The allure of AI dubbing systems is their promise of speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.…

August 16, 2024

ADA Update: Title II’s Final Rule Clarifies Captioning and Audio Description in Higher Education

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

[Free Webinar] How 3Play Prepares You for ADA Updates The US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) final rule on Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) brings much-needed clarity for public universities and community colleges regarding web content and mobile app…

Updated February 11, 2025

Press Release: 3Play Media Study Reveals Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) Engines are Fine Tuning After a Year of Massive Improvement

by Elisa Lewis in Industry Trends

June 20, 2024 09:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time 2024 State of ASR Report BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–After a year of profound improvement in accuracy, ASR providers are doubling down on improving the accuracy of their solutions and focusing on their differentiation, according to the…

Updated June 24, 2024

3Play’s Patent Playbook: Transforming Caption Placement at Scale with Automated Closed Caption Positioning

by Jena Wallace in Video Accessibility

3Play’s Patent Playbook blog series tells the stories behind our patented technology. Learn how 3Play Media’s Research and Development (R&D) teams are spearheading innovation in accessibility tech and creating breakthroughs in the media accessibility industry at large. Captioning Best Practices for Media…

March 22, 2024

Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) Dubbing: The Key to High-Quality and Engaging Global Content

by Jena Wallace in Video Accessibility

Human-In-The-Loop AI Dubbing Artificial intelligence (AI)-based dubbing solutions are emerging as a way to make videos accessible globally. But can AI deliver the quality necessary? Enter human-in-the-loop (HITL), a critical part of any successful AI dubbing workflow. In this blog, we will…

Updated April 4, 2024

New Apple Podcasts Transcripts Are Changing the Way Users Consume Podcasts

by Rebecca Klein in Industry Trends

Attention, all podcast creators! Get ready for a shift in podcast accessibility and listener engagement. Apple is taking an industry-defying leap forward with transcript support in the next iOS update, set to be released in March 2024. Apple will provide automatically generated…

February 9, 2024