Sign language cell phone service created

BRISTOL, England, March 6 (UPI) -- British researchers say they've developed the world's first sign language dictionary available from a mobile phone.

University of Bristol scientists say mobilesign.org is a video dictionary with more than 5,000 British Sign Language signs. Produced by the university's Center for Deaf Studies, it is a mobile accessory to people who work with deaf people, have deaf customers or just want to learn to sign.

"This is a first step to providing support to hearing people's communication with deaf people -- anywhere and at any time," said Professor Jim Kyle. "The next step for us will be to construct a phrasebook in order that more extensive interaction can be supported."