Cross-platform mobile frameworks like React Native and Flutter have systemic accessibility issues that prevent developers from creating accessible apps, even when they try. While the European Accessibility Act has raised awareness in 2025, major platforms need proactive accessibility governance to prevent regressions and fix long-standing bugs. Native mobile apps tend to be more accessible than cross-platform ones, and developers should check open accessibility issues before choosing a framework. Platforms must provide accessible defaults to enable developers to build accessible products.
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