Announcing the Orbit Reader Q20 and the Orbit Reader Q40 braille displays with QWERTY keyboards.   

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  • USB-A to Mini USB-B Cable Available for:
    • Orion TI-84 Plus - Talking Graphing Calculator
  • Extended 1-year warranty for Orbit Reader 20 Note: Extended warranty can only be purchased within 60 days from the date of purchase
  • Click here to download Android version Click here to download Windows version  
    • 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.
     
  • Click here to download from Google Playstore
    • The world’s most affordable solution for face-to-face communications
    • Completely FREE for users of the Orbit Reader 20
    • Works with Android smartphones or tablets - no additional hardware needed
    • Offers the ultimate in portability, reliability and ease of use
    • The deafblind user does not have to hand their personal phone to a stranger. They can carry an inexpensive tablet or spare phone with them, which is already set up with the app and is already connected with the user’s Orbit Reader 20 device
    • 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 smartphone or 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 phone or tablet
    • 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.
     
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    • Works with all smartphones and computers out of the box
    • Seamless, instant connection
    • Ultra-compact design easily fits in the pocket or purse
    • Ergonomic Perkins-style braille keyboard
    • High-quality scissors keys for smooth and quiet operation with positive tactile feedback
    • Navigation keys to control your smartphone or computer with intuitive key combinations. No need to use touch gestures
    • Works with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS, Fire OS, Chrome OS and Linux devices
      • Read and send messages and emails
      • Browse the internet and social media
      • Control your smartphone or computer
    • Simultaneous connection to 5 devices over Bluetooth and one over USB; switch with hotkey combinations
    • Support for all languages available on phones and computers
    • Fast-charging long-life battery
      • Over 3 days of operation
      • Charge in under 2 hours
    • Lightweight but rugged construction
      • 3.2 oz, 6.3 x 2.6 x 0.3 inches
      • 90 grams, 16.0 x 6.5 x 0.8 cm
    • Haptic (vibration) feedback for actions and settings
    • Attachment points for a strap or lanyard
    • Comes with a USB charging cable
    Download the product brochure If you are ordering from outside the US, for volume discounts or to become a distributor please contact us at  sales@orbitresearch.com  
  • 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
    • 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