The Future of Assistive Technology for Dyslexia

Jarone Macklin-Page
Sep 19
3 min read

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The future isn’t far off; it’s already here.

If you’re dyslexic, you’ve probably spent your whole life adapting, learning how to make systems work for you, even when they weren’t built with your brain in mind. Maybe you’ve created clever workarounds, put in extra hours, or hidden your challenges to appear "on top of it."

I’ve been there. And for a long time, I thought that was just the way things had to be.

But now? The tools are catching up. And some of them are doing more than that; they’re empowering us to work smarter, communicate clearly, and finally stop masking.

We’re not talking about clunky add-ons or expensive software. We’re talking about sleek, smart tech that’s already changing lives, and will only get better from here.

Here’s what’s ahead.

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🧠 Smarter AI That Gets You

AI-Powered Writing Assistants Tools like ChatGPT and GrammarlyGO are more than grammar checkers. They’re adaptive communication partners that understand your tone, structure your ideas, and turn half-formed thoughts into polished outputs.

It’s like having a professional editor check your work before it goes out, removing stress, saving time, and making sure your voice is still front and centre.

✅ Why it helps: Supports clearer thinking and better self-expression.

✅ Why workplaces benefit: Saves time, boosts clarity, and builds trust.

Pro Tip: Use ChatGPT to clean up voice-typed notes or organise messy brainstorms into structured, shareable work.

🎙️ Speech Tools That Actually Listen

Voice-to-Text, Everywhere Whether you’re using Otter.ai, Dragon Anywhere, or built-in voice typing on iOS and Android, speech-to-text is becoming standard across platforms.

You can now speak into your phone, laptop, or browser and watch your words appear, perfect for those of us who think faster than we type.

✅ Why it helps: No more spelling hang-ups or lost ideas. Capture thoughts wherever you are.

✅ Why workplaces benefit: Faster input, clearer documentation, and support for verbal processors.

Pro Tip: Pair voice typing with ChatGPT to polish and format your notes with ease.

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🧩 Integration Over Isolation

All-in-One Accessibility Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Apple’s suite of tools are embedding assistive tech directly into their ecosystems, no extra installs, no juggling.

From screen readers and predictive text to screen masking and live captions, accessibility is being baked in, not bolted on.

✅ Why it helps: Everything you need, already where you work.

✅ Why workplaces benefit: Makes onboarding smoother and access more equitable.

Pro Tip: Dive into your accessibility settings; you may already have hidden gems built into your device.

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📚 Personalised Learning & Skill Building

AI-Powered Learning Companions New platforms like Khanmigo, Google Gemini for Education, and ProjectRead.ai are building learning journeys tailored to how you process information.

Instead of rote memorisation, they focus on understanding, pacing, and breaking things down visually and verbally.

✅ Why it helps: Learn your way—without overwhelm.

✅ Why workplaces benefit: Makes staff training more inclusive and engaging.

Pro Tip: Struggling with a new task or tool? See if one of these platforms has an explainer that matches your style.

🌍 Inclusion-First Tech Culture

Designing for Everyone, from the Start Major players like Apple, Microsoft, and Google are taking inclusive design seriously, building tools with neurodivergent users, not just for them.

From autocorrect that understands phonetic spelling to visual cues that support processing, tiny tweaks are having a massive impact.

✅ Why it helps: You no longer have to explain why you need support, it’s just there.

✅ Why workplaces benefit: Normalises differences, builds equity, and boosts morale across the board.

Pro Tip: Follow accessibility updates from major platforms; they often release new tools quietly.

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💡 Final Thought: Tech won’t replace your strengths; it will unlock them.

Assistive technology isn’t about hiding your dyslexia. It’s about backing it. It’s about creating a world where you don’t have to spend energy on workarounds, because the system already works with you.

At Pro Dyslexic, we help individuals and businesses understand what real support looks like and how to put it in place.

Our Support Hub is packed with step-by-step training to help you make these tools work in the real world. And our Walk a Mile Workshops help employers truly understand the value of investing in accessible tools and reasonable adjustments.