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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
Unique signage-quality Braille 20 eight-dot refreshable Braille cellsBook-reader mode - read your favourite books and files from SD cardNote-take r mode - takes notes and edit filesBraille-display mode - connects to computers and mobile devices over USB and BluetoothUse stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device Works with all popular screen readers on Windows, Mac OS, iOS, and Android
Read and send messages and emails Browse the internet Control your computer or smartphone
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+ languagesOnboard Apps
Clock and alarm Calendar Calculator
Unique signage-quality Braille 20 eight-dot refreshable Braille cellsBook-reader mode – read your favourite books and files from SD CardNote-taker mode - take notes and edit filesBraille 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 modesFull-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 connectivityFast-charging long-life battery Compact, lightweight and portable0.96 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 Contact us for volume discounts and to become a distributor 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 cellsUse 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 DriveNote-taker mode - take notes and edit filesBraille 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+ languagesOnboard Apps
Clock and alarm Calendar Calculator
Cursor Routing buttonsAudio and Haptic outputSwitch easily and instantly between modesFull-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 connectivityFast-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 dustIncludes an SD Card, Charger and a USB cable
Download the product brochure Download Orbit Research Braille Products Comparison Guide Contact us for volume discounts and to become a a distributor at sales@orbitresearch.com
3 lines of real-time refreshable , signage-quality braille 40 TrueBraille™ cells per line , for a total of 120 cellsIdeal for
Spatial Math problems involving fractions, mixed numbers and matricesReading and writing braille music Manipulating spreadsheets and tabular data
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 DriveNote-taker mode – take notes and edit filesBraille 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+ languagesOnboard Apps
Clock and alarm Calendar Calculator
Cursor Routing buttonsHaptic outputSwitch easily and instantly between modesFull-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 connectivityFull-sized SD Card socketFast-charging long-life battery Compact, lightweight and portable
3 lb, 11.5 x 6.5 x 1.3 inch 1400 grams, 29.2 x 16.5 x 3.3 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dustIncludes an SD Card, Charger and a USB cable
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5 lines of real-time refreshable , signage-quality braille 20 TrueBraille™ cells per line , for a total of 100 cellsIdeal for
Spatial Math problems involving fractions, mixed numbers and matricesReading and writing braille music Manipulating spreadsheets and tabular data
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 DriveNote-taker mode – take notes and edit filesBraille 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+ languagesOnboard Apps
Clock and alarm Calendar Calculator
Cursor Routing buttonsHaptic outputSwitch easily and instantly between modesFull-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 connectivityFull-sized SD Card socketFast-charging long-life battery Compact, lightweight and portable
3 lb, 11.5 x 6.5 x 1.3 inch 1400 grams, 29.2 x 16.5 x 3.3 cm
Solid, durable construction, resistant to fluids and dustIncludes an SD Card, Charger and a USB cable
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Modern notetaker – redefines convenience and affordability Braille input and speech output Use stand-alone or connected to a computer or mobile device Book-reader mode – read your favorite books and files from SD Card Note-taker mode – take notes and edit files Onboard Apps: Clock and Alarm, Calendar, Address book, Calculator Switch easily and instantly between modes and apps Onboard forward and backward translation with support for 40+ languages High-quality Speech output and Haptic (vibration) feedback Connect to the Internet, computers and smartphones with onboard WiFi, Bluetooth and USB Ergonomic Perkins-style braille keyboard with high-quality scissors keys for smooth and quiet operation Cursor pad with 4-way arrows and select keys for easy navigation 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
USB-C port for charging and connectivity Headphone jack and SD Card slot Fast-charging long-life battery Ultra-compact, lightweight and durable design easily fits in the pocket or purse
5 oz, 6.3 x 2.6 x 0.6 inches 180 grams, 16.0 x 6.5 x 1.5 cm
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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
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Enables teachers to seamlessly interact with blind students remotely through an app on a smartphone, computer or tablet Connects over Bluetooth to an Orbit Reader braille display Provides a real-time text translation of the braille being read or written by the student on the device The teacher can operate the student’s braille display and view it in real-time 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
Works with all smartphones and computers out of the box Seamless, instant connectionUltra-compact design easily fits in the pocket or purseErgonomic Perkins-style braille keyboardHigh-quality scissors keys for smooth and quiet operation with positive tactile feedbackNavigation keys to control your smartphone or computer with intuitive key combinations. No need to use touch gesturesWorks 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 combinationsSupport for all languages available on phones and computersFast-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 settingsAttachment points for a strap or lanyardComes 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 .
