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Requirements
* Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with the iPad.
* Size 126 MB

Speech Quality
* Female and Male voices
* Synthesised speech
* Recorded speech

Access
* Direct access via touch
* Some pages require scrolling (up/down or left/right) to access all vocabulary
* Compatible with iOS switch access

Vocabulary / Language / Pre-stored Vocabulary
* Uses real pictures. Includes 80 preset pictures. You may add your own from personal photo library, internet pictures or take custom photo within APP2Speak.
* Uses a grid layout, sizes include 4x5 or 2x10 (columns x rows).
* 4 pre-programmed pages of photos, words and speech for immediate communication
* Turn preset photos on/off and move pictures within the preset pages.

Programming
* Allows custom pages to be shared through an enabled Bluetooth or WIFI connection
* Backup and recovery of custom shared pages

Manual and Support
* Help button for video demonstration and written instructions

Considerations

Access
Consider the following:
* The user's pointing accuracy and motor control
* Sensory needs (vision and hearing)
* Layout (size and number of cells), as well as colours and contrast
* Fatigue
* Speed of access and operation
* Does the user need assistance from communication partner to access device (such as turn device on or off, navigate through pages etc..)?
* Appropriate and safe mounting
* Can more than one access method be used at once (e.g: switching and eye-gaze)

Communication
* Is the user a pre-intentional or intentional communicator?
* Consider the person's current language skills (understanding and production of language) and their potential language development.
* Does the system match the person's current language skills and does it allow for later language development?
* Does the system require literacy skills?
* Does the system allow access to literacy and literacy development?
* How is language represented? (pictures, symbols, text etc..)
* Can the individual compose novel messages?
* Can vocabulary/messages provided be used across several contexts/situations?

Support
The involvement of a speech pathologist is recommended to ensure the system meets the user's current communication skills and allows for language development.
* Users and support people require training in the programming and the use of this device. Access to consistent therapy support is highly recommended.
* Programming performed on the computer is more efficient than on the device for people who are supporting its use.
* The operational features of the device can be locked out if required. This can prevent unintentional programming and changes to the device.
* This device contains pre-programmed page sets that are designed to be used as a base for users to customise as required. This can reduce the programming time required.

Models

Version: 1.12

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.