False Positive AssistiveSupport.isScreenReaderEnabled in Android

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Hi,

I am using Accessibility API, and I don’t know why but AssistiveSupport.isScreenReaderEnabled returns true when Talk Back is not enable.

   if (AssistiveSupport.isScreenReaderEnabled)
   {

              // THIS IS BEING EXECUTED EVEN TALKBAK IS DISABLE

       notNeedToLoadFirstTime = true;
       currentHierarchy = new AccessibilityHierarchy();
       InitializeAccessibilityHierarchy(true);
       OnInitialization.Invoke();
   }

This is only happening in Android, in iOS is having the expected behavior.

Unity Version: 2023.2.1f.1

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Hi,

Thank you for your report! We investigated and fixed the issue. The fix has been pushed to the publishing pipeline. I will let you know when it’s available.

We’ve noticed that AssistiveSupport.isScreenReaderEnabled returns a false positive when other assistive technologies are enabled on the device. Is there any chance you have other accessibility services turned on?

We would love to see your project. :slight_smile: Would you be able to share a link when it becomes public?

All the best,
Bianca

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Hi,

As promised, I am getting back with more information: the fix will be available in Unity 6000.0.8f1.

Thank you again for your report, and good luck with your project!

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Thank you!