More Ways to Experience Braille: Introducing the Strata and Flow Families and Announcing a New Subsidy Program for Braille and Reading Devices in the U.S.    

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  • Extended 1-year warranty for Orbit Reader 40 Note: The extended warranty must normally be purchased within 60 days after purchase of the device.  We have now increased this period to 6 months as a special offer during the conventions.
  • Extended 1-year warranty for Orbit Reader 20 Note: The extended warranty must normally be purchased within 60 days after purchase of the device.  We have now increased this period to 6 months as a special offer during the conventions.
  • Multimodal Braille Notetaker and Display
    • 20-cell piezo refreshable Braille display with cursor routing
    • Use Braille, speech, audio, or any combination for reading, writing, and communication
    Reading and Library Access
    • Read DAISY, DOCX, PDF, EPUB, BRF, and text formats
    • Access online libraries including Bookshare
    • Smooth navigation through documents and folders
    Writing and Productivity
    • Full-featured Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
    • Cursor pad and thumb keys for efficient navigation
    • Built-in editor for Braille and text documents
    • File management tools for organizing documents
    • Onboard forward and backward Braille translation supporting 70+ languages
    Connectivity and Compatibility
    • Bluetooth and USB connectivity for computers and smartphones
    • Works with popular screen readers on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Linux
    • Wi-Fi connectivity for online services and over-the-air software updates
    Media and Audio Features
    • Media player for music and audio files
    • Internet radio and podcast playback
    • Voice recorder for lectures and notes
    • High-quality speech output with multiple voices and TTS options
    • High-quality stereo speakers and microphone
    Built for Performance
    • High-performance mobile processor running an Android-based platform
    • Designed to support future Orbit applications and features
    • Internal storage with full-size SD Card support
    Portable and Efficient Design
    • Compact and lightweight design
      • 0.66 lb., 8.7 x 3.7 x 1.1 inch
      • 300 grams, 22.1 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
    • Integrated Braille, speech, and audio experience in one device
    Download the Product Brochure
    • Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device
    • Book-reader mode – read your favourite books and files from SD Card or USB Flash Drive
    • Note-taker mode - take notes and edit files
    • Braille display mode connects to 5 computers and mobile devices over USB and Bluetooth
    • 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 and social media
      • Control your smartphone or computer
    • Onboard forward and backward translation with support for 70+ languages
    • Onboard Apps
      • Clock and alarm
      • Calendar
      • Calculator
    • Cursor Routing buttons
    • Audio and Haptic output
    • Switch easily and instantly between modes
    • Ergonomic, high-quality Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
    • Cursor pad with 4-way arrows and select keys for easy navigation
    • Panning control rocker keys at each end of display
    • USB-C port for charging and connectivity
    • Fast-charging long-life battery
    • Compact, lightweight and portable
      • 1.32 lb., 11.81 x 3.74 x 1.10 inch
      • 600 grams, 30.0 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
    • Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
    Download the Product Brochure
  • Multimodal Braille Notetaker and Display
    • 40-cell piezo refreshable Braille display with cursor routing
    • Use Braille, speech, audio, or any combination for reading, writing, and communication
    Reading and Library Access
    • Read DAISY, DOCX, PDF, EPUB, BRF, and text formats
    • Access online libraries including Bookshare
    • Smooth navigation through documents and folders
    Writing and Productivity
    • Full-featured Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
    • Cursor pad and thumb keys for efficient navigation
    • Built-in editor for Braille and text documents
    • File management tools for organizing documents
    • Onboard forward and backward Braille translation supporting 70+ languages
    Connectivity and Compatibility
    • Bluetooth and USB connectivity for computers and smartphones
    • Works with popular screen readers on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Linux
    • Wi-Fi connectivity for online services and over-the-air software updates
    Media and Audio Features
    • Media player for music and audio files
    • Internet radio and podcast playback
    • Voice recorder for lectures and notes
    • High-quality speech output with multiple voices and TTS options
    • High-quality stereo speakers and microphone
    Built for Performance
    • High-performance mobile processor running an Android-based platform
    • Designed to support future Orbit applications and features
    • Internal storage with full-size SD Card support
    Portable and Efficient Design
    • Compact and lightweight design
      • 1.32 lb., 11.8 x 3.7 x 1.1 inch
      • 600 grams, 30.0 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
    • Integrated Braille, speech, and audio experience in one device
    Download the Product Brochure
  • The Strata family introduces a new line of braille devices based on piezo braille technology, expanding the ways users experience braille alongside Orbit’s established TrueBraille technology. The Strata Pro models combine refreshable braille with speech, audio, and built in applications, creating powerful multimodal systems for reading, writing, communication, and media.  
    • Multimodal Braille Notetaker and Display
      • 20-cell piezo refreshable Braille display with cursor routing
      • Use Braille, speech, audio, or any combination for reading, writing, and communication
      Reading and Library Access
      • Read DAISY, DOCX, PDF, EPUB, BRF, and text formats
      • Access online libraries including Bookshare
      • Smooth navigation through documents and folders
      Writing and Productivity
      • Full-featured Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
      • Cursor pad and thumb keys for efficient navigation
      • Built-in editor for Braille and text documents
      • File management tools for organizing documents
      • Onboard forward and backward Braille translation supporting 70+ languages
      Connectivity and Compatibility
      • Bluetooth and USB connectivity for computers and smartphones
      • Works with popular screen readers on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Linux
      • Wi-Fi connectivity for online services and over-the-air software updates
      Media and Audio Features
      • Media player for music and audio files
      • Internet radio and podcast playback
      • Voice recorder for lectures and notes
      • High-quality speech output with multiple voices and TTS options
      • High-quality stereo speakers and microphone
      Built for Performance
      • High-performance mobile processor running an Android-based platform
      • Designed to support future Orbit applications and features
      • Internal storage with full-size SD Card support
      Portable and Efficient Design
      • Compact and lightweight design
        • 0.66 lb., 8.7 x 3.7 x 1.1 inch
        • 300 grams, 22.1 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
      • Integrated Braille, speech, and audio experience in one device
      Download the Product Brochure
      • Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device
      • Book-reader mode – read your favourite books and files from SD Card or USB Flash Drive
      • Note-taker mode - take notes and edit files
      • Braille display mode connects to 5 computers and mobile devices over USB and Bluetooth
      • 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 and social media
        • Control your smartphone or computer
      • Onboard forward and backward translation with support for 70+ languages
      • Onboard Apps
        • Clock and alarm
        • Calendar
        • Calculator
      • Cursor Routing buttons
      • Audio and Haptic output
      • Switch easily and instantly between modes
      • Ergonomic, high-quality Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
      • Cursor pad with 4-way arrows and select keys for easy navigation
      • Panning control rocker keys at each end of display
      • USB-C port for charging and connectivity
      • Fast-charging long-life battery
      • Compact, lightweight and portable
        • 1.32 lb., 11.81 x 3.74 x 1.10 inch
        • 600 grams, 30.0 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
      • Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
      Download the Product Brochure
    • Multimodal Braille Notetaker and Display
      • 40-cell piezo refreshable Braille display with cursor routing
      • Use Braille, speech, audio, or any combination for reading, writing, and communication
      Reading and Library Access
      • Read DAISY, DOCX, PDF, EPUB, BRF, and text formats
      • Access online libraries including Bookshare
      • Smooth navigation through documents and folders
      Writing and Productivity
      • Full-featured Perkins-style 8-key Braille keyboard
      • Cursor pad and thumb keys for efficient navigation
      • Built-in editor for Braille and text documents
      • File management tools for organizing documents
      • Onboard forward and backward Braille translation supporting 70+ languages
      Connectivity and Compatibility
      • Bluetooth and USB connectivity for computers and smartphones
      • Works with popular screen readers on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Linux
      • Wi-Fi connectivity for online services and over-the-air software updates
      Media and Audio Features
      • Media player for music and audio files
      • Internet radio and podcast playback
      • Voice recorder for lectures and notes
      • High-quality speech output with multiple voices and TTS options
      • High-quality stereo speakers and microphone
      Built for Performance
      • High-performance mobile processor running an Android-based platform
      • Designed to support future Orbit applications and features
      • Internal storage with full-size SD Card support
      Portable and Efficient Design
      • Compact and lightweight design
        • 1.32 lb., 11.8 x 3.7 x 1.1 inch
        • 600 grams, 30.0 x 9.5 x 2.8 cm
      • Integrated Braille, speech, and audio experience in one device
      Download the Product Brochure
  • Trade-In Offer Trade In and Save: Upgrade to the Latest Technology from Orbit Are you ready to experience the next generation of assistive technology? Orbit Research is excited to offer a special trade-in program that lets you upgrade your current device and save! Trade-In Offer Details From July 1 to September 1, 2024, trade in your Orbit Reader 20, 20 Plus, or 40 and receive a $100 discount coupon. This coupon can be applied towards the purchase of an Orbit Speak, Orbit Reader Q20, or Orbit Reader Q40.  The offer is subject to the terms and conditions below. How It Works
    1. Purchase Eligibility: Any person who purchases an Orbit Speak, Orbit Speak Plus, Orbit Reader Q20, or Orbit Reader Q40 between July 1 and September 1, 2024, will be eligible to receive a $100 discount from the retail purchase price.
    2. Mail-In Requirement: To qualify for the discount, the prospective purchaser must mail in an Orbit Reader 20, 20 Plus, or 40 Braille Display. The display must be complete, and the case must be intact.
    3. Processing: Once the unit has been received and evaluated by Orbit Research, the appropriate discount will be applied to your purchase, and the unit will be shipped to you.
    Terms and Conditions
    1. Acceptance Criteria: The acceptability of the trade-in unit and the eligibility for the discount coupon are at the sole discretion of Orbit Research.
    2. Limitations: Only one unit per coupon will be eligible.
    3. Program Duration: This trade-in program is valid until September 1, 2024.
    Step-by-Step Process
    1. Contact Orbit Research:
      • Fill out the trade-in form below to receive a Trade-In Number (TIN).
      • Use the provided TIN for all correspondence related to your trade-in.
    2. Prepare Your Trade-In Unit:
      • Ensure your Orbit Reader 20, 20 Plus, or 40 is complete and the enclosure is intact.
      • Include all accessories.
      • Package the device securely to prevent any damage during shipping.
      • Write the TIN clearly on the outside of the package.
    3. Mail Your Trade-In Unit:
      • Send your trade-in unit to the address provided by Orbit Research or the authorized dealer.
      • Include your contact information and the provided TIN in the package.
    4. Evaluation:
      • Orbit Research will inspect the trade-in unit to ensure it is in acceptable condition. The device should not have suffered from damage, and its enclosure as well as internal construction must be intact. All connectors and internal circuit boards must be functional.
      • Upon confirmation of the unit's acceptability, Orbit Research will apply the $100 discount.
    5. Purchase and Discount Application:
      • After the trade-in unit is accepted, Orbit Research will provide you with a confirmation and apply the $100 discount to your purchase of an Orbit Speak, Orbit Speak Plus, Orbit Reader Q20, or Orbit Reader Q40.
    6. Final Purchase and Shipping:
      • You will be charged the discounted price, and your new device will be shipped to you promptly.
    Upgrade today and take advantage of this limited-time offer!  For any questions or additional information, please contact our customer service team via email at sales@orbitresearch.com or on the phone at 888-606-7248. Trade-In Request Form
  • Introducing the Turtleback case made for the Orbit Reader 20/Orbit Reader 20 Plus, a meticulously crafted bonded leather case designed to securely hold your unit in place. This custom form-fitted case enables Orbit Reader 20/Orbit Reader 20 Plus users to easily utilize their note taker with convenience. The case includes a comfortable shoulder strap, providing a secure way to transport your unit while in transit. The face of the unit is protected by a zipper pocket cover that can be opened or closed using magnetic closures. When necessary, the zipper pocket cover can be flipped to the rear and securely fastened under the unit, allowing users to utilize the note-taker while walking. The spacious zipper pocket is designed to store earbuds and other items, ensuring their security and protection. The case is thoughtfully designed to enable users to utilize their Orbit Reader 20/Orbit Reader 20 Plus while the case remains on. Equipped with durable black plastic hooks, it enhances security, durability, and safety. Turtleback proudly continues its tradition of creating functional, durable, and visually appealing fitted cases. Rest assured, this case is proudly made in the USA It is compatible with both the Orbit Reader 20 and the new Orbit 20 Plus units.