The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) announced today (February 6) that a new batch of government-funded mobile apps developed by non-profit social service organisations has been launched. All five mobile apps are now available for free download via the webpage http://www.ogcio.gov.hk/en/dima" target="_blank">www.ogcio.gov.hk/en/dima.
"Information and communications technology (ICT) such as mobile apps brings convenience to our daily lives. However some people, like the elderly and the underprivileged groups, may not be able to enjoy fully the advantages of technology advancement. In this regard, the Government has been implementing various initiatives to facilitate needy groups to improve their quality of life with technology. These include funding support for non-profit social service organisations to collaborate with the ICT industry in developing customised mobile apps to provide practical and user-friendly contents and services," a spokesman for the OGCIO said.
The newly launched mobile apps were developed by non-governmental organisations that have been serving the relevant target groups, including persons with visual or hearing impairment, elders and children with learning difficulties or Down Syndrome, in the community. With a good understanding of the target groups, these mobile apps can better cater for their needs in terms of contents and services, thus enhancing their quality of life and learning abilities.
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