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Handheld voice output communication aid; keyboard or text input
Some of the product descriptions in this communication aids category include descriptions written by the ACE centre and can be viewed on the ACE centre's speechbubble website
Voice output communication aids use electronically stored speech as a means of communication. This section lists handheld communication equipment with text input via a keyboard, or touch screen keyboard and speech output. The speech output may use digitised speech, synthesised speech or both.
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Compact PDA based communication device. The ChatPC-4+ model is a more rugged version of the Silk for situations where greater durability is required.
Speechbubble's descriptio... Read more»
Features
- colour display
- finger activated touch screen
- digitised and synthesised text-to-speech output
- five preloaded vocabulary page sets
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Handheld communication device.
Speechbubble's description:
The ChatPC is a longstanding PDA-based communication device that has been updated regularly over the year... Read more»
Features
- choice of digitized (recorded) and synthesized (computer generated) speech
- touch screen
- software and hardware volume control
- on/off switch and auto power-down
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Computer-based communication aid for use handheld, on a desktop or mounting on frames or wheelchairs. Options include: eye pointing version; customised key-guards; Wi-Fi; padded carry case.
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Features
- access via pointer, touchscreen, switches (not supplied), single or dual switch scanning, USB joystick, mouse or headpointer (not supplied), eyegaze add-on (not supplied)
- integrated speakers
- MP3 player, built-in DVD/CD player/burner
- integrated touchscreen keyboard
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Device which can be used as a talking sign or single message communicator with ten seconds of recording time and volume control. Incorporates photographs for visual cues. User activates message by tou... Read more»
Computer-based communication aid for use handheld, on a desktop or mounting on frames or wheelchairs. Options include: handheld or mounted versions; environment control (on mounted version); 'hot sw... Read more»
Features
- access via pointer, touchscreen, switches (not supplied), auditory scanning, USB joystick or headpointer (not supplied)
- amplified loudspeakers
- carry case that forms a stand and contains a fold-out keyboard
Hand held symbol or text communication device. ... Read more»
Features
- touch screen with stylus
- built-in speaker
- cell magnification
- single cell automatically spoken messages
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Portable text-to-speech device with environmental control functions. Accessories include: in-car charger; quick release mounting plate with pole connector; wheelchair mounting system including clam... Read more»
Features
- in and out-facing daylight readable display
- adjustable keyboard with three changeable keyguards
- choice of Acapela voices in ten languages
- programmable infrared control of household devices
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Portable text-to-speech communication device. ... Read more»
Features
- Developed for people who are literate
- Partner-facing display gives visual feedback to a conversation partner during conversation
- Dual speakers
- Touch controls with Joystick access
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Touch screen computer-based communication aid with 1 GB flash drive. ... Read more»
Features
- Can be used as a Windows 7 computer
- Connects to standard computer applications and environmental controls
- Built-in 2 megapixel camera
- Uses DynaVox Series 5 communication software and InterAACT language system
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Tablet computer based on Windows 7. Options: Communicator comes in Premium, Standard, or Light versions; Multiple access methods available including trackerball, joystick, touchscreen, head mouse, T... Read more»
Features
- Screen is sealed against exposure to moisture
- On-screen keyboard
- Can be accessed by touch or with a USB pointing device
- Runs communication programme which enables communication through symbols or text
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Handheld communication device with touchscreen. Accessories: keyguards; carry case, carry strap; wheelchair mounting plate.... Read more»
Features
- Android operating system
- choice of synthetic voices
- vocabulary options
- word prediction and spelling
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Handheld communication device with touchscreen. Accessories: keyguards; carry case, carry strap; wheelchair mounting plate.... Read more»
Features
- Android operating system
- choice of synthetic voices
- vocabulary options
- word prediction and spelling
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Communication aid compatible with Android. ... Read more»
Features
- 5inch display
- can be stood in several positions
- A variety of vocabulary configurations which can be used in "Chat" systems
- Includes SymbolStix symbols
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Handheld communication aid using Linux operating system. ... Read more»
Features
- Accessed by touch-screen only
- Contains a range of pre-built apps, including Grid Player
- Drop-tested from a height of 1,2m
- Battery life of 7 hours (30 hours on standby)
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Handheld touchscreen-based communication aid supplied with Q-Talk communication software.
Speechbubble's description:
The Q-Talk is a lightweight communication a... Read more»
Features
- can be accessed by touchscreen, one or two switches (not supplied) or via USB port to connect joysticks or trackerballs
- communication grids containing text or symbols or keyboard-based communication screens (QWERTY or ABC layouts) with word prediction
- options of visual scene displays such as a full screen background picture/photo with visible or invisible 'hotspots'
- one artificial voice (male or female), recorded speech or sounds can also be used, microphone built-in
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Computer-based communication aid for use mounting on a frame or wheelchairs. Options include: compact or light models; wheel chair battery pack; eye gaze module.
Speechbubble... Read more»
Features
- access via touchscreen, switches (not supplied), USB joystick, mouse, trackerball, headpointer (not supplied) or eyegaze add-on (not supplied)
- synthetic speech
- selection of screen keyboards with word prediction, keyguards are available
- amplifier and speaker
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Symbol and text based portable communicator.
Speechbubble's description:
The Say-it! SAM is a touchscreen-based communication aid that uses artificial speech and ... Read more»
Features
- 6,500 symbols
- up to six-cell layout
- word and phrase prediction
- digitised or synthesised speech
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Portable text-to-speech device with environmental control and telephone functions. Accessories include: in-car charger; quick release mounting plate with pole connector; wheelchair mounting system i... Read more»
Features
- in and out-facing daylight readable display
- adjustable keyboard with three changeable keyguards
- choice of Acapela voices
- programmable infrared control of household devices
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Portable communication device with digitised speech designed for adults and children starting to use communicators or progressing on from manual communication boards. Optional keyguards, and four, e... Read more»
Features
- brightly coloured case enclosing colour touch screen display
- access by direct selection, single and dual switch scanning, joystick and head pointing
- battery indicator
- integral stand
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Computer-based communication aid for use handheld or mounting on frames or wheelchairs. Options include: integrated voice-call mobile phone; extra capacity battery; environmental control module; web... Read more»
Features
- access via touchscreen, switches (not supplied) single or dual switch scanning, auditory scanning, USB joystick, mouse, trackerball or headpointer (not supplied), eyegaze add-on (not supplied)
- integrated speakers
- keyboard, mouse, carry case, memory stick and Daessy mounting plate supplied
Handheld PDA text or symbol based communication aid. Runs a version of Mind Express communication software.
Speechbubble's description:
The Tellus Smart II is a ... Read more»
Features
- can be accessed via touch screen, one or two switches (not supplied)
- speech output through built-in amplified speakers, choice of artificial voices or recorded speech
- built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- built-in elasticated palmband
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Computer-based communication aid for use handheld or mounting on frames or wheelchairs. Options include: extra capacity battery; bluetooth, 3G. Supplied with Tobii Communicator 4 Standard Edition so... Read more»
Features
- access via touchscreen, switches (not supplied) single or dual switch scanning, auditory scanning, USB joystick, mouse, trackerball or headpointer (not supplied)
- integrated speakers
- built-in infrared environmental controls
- built-in camera
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Handheld communication device. Optional scanning facility.Speechbubble's description:
The Xpress is primarily a communication aid for ambulant users of all ages... Read more»
Features
- magnesium casing
- touch screen operation
- 8GB memory
- synthesised child or adult voice
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Handheld PDA text or symbol based communication aid. Runs Mind Express communication software. Options: optional mini-Daessy mounting plate; keyguards; infrared GEWA environmental control module.
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Features
- can be accessed via touch screen, one or two switches (not supplied), USB input for mouse, keyboard and joysticks (not supplied)
- speech output through built-in amplified speakers, user recorded speech only (no artificial speech)
- built-in table stand
- supplied with carry case, mouse, keyboard, PC software for preparing and uploading grids, power supply and data cable
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Handheld PDA text or symbol based communication aid. Runs Mind Express communication software. Options: optional mini-Daessy mounting plate; keyguards; infrared GEWA environmental control module.
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Features
- can be accessed via touch screen, one or two switches (not supplied), USB input for mouse, keyboard and joysticks (not supplied)
- speech output through built-in amplified speakers, artificial speech or user recorded speech
- built-in grammar module and word prediction
- built-in table stand
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