AlphaTopics AAC is an iPad/iPhone app that uses alphabetical communication to improve understanding for people who have literacy skills but are difficult to understand. The app provides access to frequency and alphabetical alphabet boards as well as topic boards to provide context to communication using text-to-speech.
General Details
Additional Specifications
Includes 3 AAC communication boards:
1. Letter board
- 26 letters in alphabetical order or 2 variations of frequency order
- 10 single digits
- Vowels highlighted and aligned
- Natural or automated speech reads out the name of each letter or number
- Yes, no, question, smiley, space, and backspace buttons for prosody and function.
2. Topic board
- Fully customisable text can be re-ordered
- Voice output with adjustable speech rate
- Two sizes of grid to display 12 or 24 topics
- Pre-filled with functional topics for adults
3. Whiteboard
- Write or draw on the screen
- 6 colours and 4 widths
- Export to photos or e-mail
Additional features:
- Adjustable settings for visual, physical, language, and cognition.
- Built-in scanning and guided access
- 4 colour schemes
- Export any board to print or share
Manufacturer/Country
Tactus Therapy
Warranty
Contact Manufacturer
Websites
- Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tactustherapy.alphatopics
- App Store - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/alphatopics-aac/id963870901?mt=8
- Manufacturer Website - https://tactustherapy.com/app/alphatopics-aac/
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model AlphaTopics - AAC: iOS: iOS 7.0 or later
- Memory Hard-Drive Unit 7.7 Mb
Model AlphaTopics - AAC: Android: Android 4.0.3 and up
- Memory Hard-Drive Unit 4.3 Mb
Features
Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.
Optional Accessories
Built In Features
Set Up or Installation
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Operating system(s) :
- Android
- Apple iOS
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Purchase Options:
- App Store
- single user
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Editing Software:
- Only able to edit on device
Manual
Rate Enhancement
Access Options
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Keyboard features:
- alphabetic
- High frequency
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Access method:
- direct access
- On screen switch
- Switch scanning
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Accessibility features:
- key delay / acceptance
- text to speech
- touch sensitivity adjustment
Visual Display
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Font size:
- Set to one of 5 sizes, standard to very large
Voice Output
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Languages available:
- English (United States)
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Voices :
- iOS built-in voice
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Accent:
- Other
- US
Language Set Up
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Language Representation :
- Alphabet/ text based
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Level of Customisation:
- limited customisation
Suppliers (2)
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All Suppliers
App Store ()
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Google Play (online only) ()
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ACT Suppliers
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NSW Suppliers
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NT Suppliers
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QLD Suppliers
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SA Suppliers
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TAS Suppliers
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VIC Suppliers
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WA Suppliers
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Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing, and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
Disclaimer
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