Enables teachers in mainstream classrooms to seamlessly interact with blind students through an app on a smartphone, computer or tablet
Connects over Bluetooth to the student’s Orbit Reader 20 braille display.
Provides a real-time text translation of the braille being read or written by the student on the device.
Provides the ability to develop and deliver educational materials in the form of interactive lessons and tutorials
Tutorials can also leverage audio and speech capabilities from the smartphone, PC or tablet
Integrated file-transfer feature to exchange classwork and homework materials between student and teacher
Capable of supporting contracted and uncontracted braille in English and over 40 other languages
Requires a free license to be activated to use with an Orbit Reader 20. Contact us with the serial number of your unit at techsupport@orbitresearch.com to receive the license file.
Modern pocket-sized notetaker – redefines convenience, simplicity and affordability
Braille input and speech output
Book-reader – read your favorite books and files in DAISY, DOCX, PDF and ePUB formats
Note-taker – take notes and edit files in text and braille
Onboard Apps: Clock and Alarm, Calendar, Address book, Calculator, File Manager
Entertainment: Media Player, Internet Radio, Podcatcher, Voice Recorder
Library Access: Bookshare, Newsline and many others
Switch easily and instantly between modes and apps
Industry-standard braille keypad commands and shortcuts
Onboard forward and backward translation with support for 70+ languages
High-quality speech (TTS): Vocalizer, Google Voices and others
Ergonomic Perkins-style braille keyboard with high-quality scissors keys for smooth and quiet operation
Cursor pad with 4-way arrows and select key for easy navigation and four configurable function buttons
Haptic (vibration) feedback
Onboard microphone and speaker
Connect to the internet, computers, smartphones, headsets and other peripherals with onboard Bluetooth, USB and WiFi
Works with all popular screen readers on Windows, Mac OS, iOS, Android, Fire OS, Chrome OS and Linux
Read and send messages and emails
Browse the internet
Control your computer or smartphone
32GB of onboard internal storage
Full-sized SD Card slot for expandable and removable storage
USB-C port for charging and connectivity
Headphone/headset jack
Over the Air (OTA) software update capabilities for convenience
High-performance octa-core processor from Mediatek, specifically designed for low-power mobile devices
Fast-charging long-life battery
Ultra-compact, lightweight and durable design easily fits in the pocket or purse
7.4 oz, 6.7 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches
210 grams, 17.0 x 7.5 x 1.5 cm
Orders Open Now
Please note that Plus units are currently shipping with all the features of the standard unit and the music player. The following features will be released in the coming months: Internet Radio, Podcatcher, Voice Recorder, Book Reader supporting DAISY, PDF, ePUB and other formats, and access to online libraries. These updates will be available automatically. You may also choose to purchase a standard Orbit Speak unit now and upgrade it later to the Plus version.
