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The convenience of QWERTY and Braille in one device
Unique signage-quality TrueBraille™ cells
40 eight-dot refreshable braille cells
Full-size, high-quality QWERTY keyboard with sculpted keys
Full Set of 78 keys
Twelve Function keys
Arrow keys in an inverted-T configuration
Keys for use with Windows and Mac computers
Cursor Routing buttons
Configurable Thumb Keys for easy navigation
Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device
Book-reader mode – read your favorite books and files from SD Card or USB Flash Drive
Note-taker mode - take notes and edit files
Braille display mode connects to 6 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
Audio and Haptic output
Panning control rocker keys at each end of display
USB A Host port for connecting Flash drives and other peripherals
USB C port for charging and connectivity
Fast-charging long-life battery
Compact, lightweight and portable
2.5 lbs., 11.7 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
1150 grams, 29.6 x 19.0 x 3.3 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
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Due to heavy demand, please allow up to 6 weeks for the product to ship. Orders are shipped in the order they are received.
Unique signage-quality Braille
40 eight-dot refreshable Braille cells
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 40+ languages
Onboard Apps
Clock and alarm
Calendar
Calculator
Cursor Routing buttons
Audio and Haptic output
Switch easily and instantly between modes
Full-featured, 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 the display
USB C port for charging and connectivity
Fast-charging long-life battery
Compact, lightweight and portable
1.65 lb, 11.6 x 3.8 x 1.3 inch
750 grams, 29.5 x 9.6 x 3.3 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
Includes an SD Card, Charger and a USB cable
Download the Product Brochure
Download Orbit Research Braille Products Comparison Guide
If you are ordering from outside the US, for volume discounts or to become a distributor please contact us at sales@orbitresearch.com
The convenience of QWERTY and Braille in one device
Unique signage-quality TrueBraille™ cells
20 eight-dot refreshable braille cells
Full-size, high-quality QWERTY keyboard with sculpted keys
Full Set of 78 keys
Twelve Function keys
Arrow keys in an inverted-T configuration
Keys for use with Windows and Mac computers
Cursor Routing buttons
Configurable Thumb Keys for easy navigation
Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device
Book-reader mode – read your favorite books and files from SD Card or USB Flash Drive
Note-taker mode - take notes and edit files
Braille display mode connects to 6 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
Audio and Haptic output
Panning control rocker keys at each end of display
USB A Host port for connecting Flash drives and other peripherals
USB C port for charging and connectivity
Fast-charging long-life battery
Compact, lightweight and portable
1.9 lbs., 11.7 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
870 grams, 29.6 x 19.0 x 3.3 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
Download the Product Brochure
The world’s most affordable solution for face-to-face communications
Offers the ultimate in portability, reliability and ease of use
Includes an Orbit Reader 20 braille display and a tablet with Orbit Chat software pre-installed and already paired with the braille display
A blind user can use the self-voicing option of the app without the need for a screen reader. The app does NOT depend on Brailleback or Talkback
The on-screen keyboard obviates the need for an external keyboard, but external keyboards can also be used if desired
A history feature allows the users to scroll back and review previous messages on the Orbit Reader 20 and on the tablet
Conversations are also saved automatically into a file with a date and time stamp
A broadcast feature allows the deafblind user to send messages to multiple people who have the app installed
A file transfer feature allows the exchange of files between the Orbit Reader 20 and the tablet
Capable of supporting contracted and uncontracted braille in English and over 40 other languages
If you are ordering from outside the US, for volume discounts or to become a distributor please contact us at sales@orbitresearch.com
Onboard forward and backward translation with support for 40+ languages
Onboard Apps
Clock and alarm
Calendar
Calculator
Unique signage-quality Braille
20 eight-dot refreshable Braille cells
Book-reader mode – read your favourite books and files from SD Card
Note-taker mode - take notes and edit files
Braille display mode connects to computers and mobile devices over USB and Bluetooth
Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device
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
Switch easily and instantly between modes
Full-featured, 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 the display
Micro-USB port for charging and connectivity
Fast-charging long-life battery
Compact, lightweight and portable
0.96 lb., 6.6 x 4.3 x 1.25 inch
435 grams, 16.8 x 10.9 x 3.2 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dust
Download the Product Brochure
Download Orbit Research Braille Products Comparison Guide
If you are ordering from outside the US, for volume discounts or to become a distributor please contact us at sales@orbitresearch.com
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.
Fully accessible handheld graphing calculator
Offers a choice of speech rates, voices, etc.
The high-quality synthesized speech reads out all textual and symbolic information
Unique audio and haptic feedback for graphs
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If you are ordering from outside the US, for volume discounts or to become a distributor please contact us at sales@orbitresearch.com or at +1-888-606-7248
Extended 1-year warranty for Orbit Slate 340
Note: Extended warranty can only be purchased within 60 days from the date of purchase
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
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 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
Extended 1-year warranty for Orbit Slate 520
Note: Extended warranty can only be purchased within 60 days from the date of purchase