[Nebraska-Senior-Blind] A new device - FW: [tech-vi Announce List] Orbit Research Introduces the Orbit Speak Notetaker

Thu Mar 17 15:27:04 UTC 2022

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Subject: [tech-vi Announce List] Orbit Research Introduces the Orbit Speak
Notetaker

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Hello, List Members,

Orbit Research introduced the Orbit Speak notetaker today at the CSUN
Assistive Technology Conference.  The Orbit Speak is equipped with features
of a modern braille notetaker with a braille keyboard and synthesized speech
output in a compact, pocket-sized device.

The Orbit Speak offers built-in note-taking and productivity applications
including a book reader, file editor, calendar, address-book, calculator,
clock and alarms.  It can also connect to smartphones and computers and
provides a convenient way to enter text in braille and control the device
without having to use touch gestures.

Weighing less than eight ounces, the Orbit Speak is similar in size to
modern smartphones, allowing it to fit comfortably in a pocket or purse.
Despite its compact size, it provides an ergonomic Perkins-style braille
keyboard, with high-quality scissors keys and includes a cursor keypad for
navigation.

The Orbit Speak brings a compelling combination of features, convenience,
and affordability in a pocket-sized product that will appeal to users around
the world.  For students, it is a convenient note-taker in the classroom and
for reading.  The onboard braille translator enables them to do classwork
and homework assignments and easily share them with teachers.  For adults,
it provides rapid access to professional and leisure reading, the ability to
take notes in meetings or at home and a powerful set of productivity tools.

The full text of the press release is available at
[https://www.orbitresearch.com/news/
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].  Plain text versions of the press release and brochure are included below
for convenience.  Please visit www.orbitresearch.com/product/orbit-speak
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.orbitr
esearch.com%2Fproduct%2Forbit-speak&data=04%7C01%7C%7Cf88bf7405e0c4c8931e908
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served=0>   for more information and to place orders.  

Orbit Speak - Speech-based Braille Notetaker

*	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

*	6.5 oz, 6.3 x 2.6 x 0.6 inches 
*	180 grams, 16.0 x 6.5 x 1.5 cm

Press Release - 

Orbit Research announced the launch of the Orbit Speak braille notetaker
today at the 37th Annual CSUN Conference on Technology for People with
Disabilities.  The Orbit Speak is equipped with features of a modern braille
notetaker with a braille keyboard and synthesized speech output in a
compact, pocket-sized device.

The Orbit Speak offers built-in note-taking and productivity applications
including a book reader, file editor, calendar, address-book, calculator,
clock and alarms.  It can also connect to smartphones and computers and
provides a convenient way to enter text in braille and control the device
without having to use touch gestures.

Weighing less than eight ounces, the Orbit Speak is similar in size to
modern smartphones, allowing it to fit comfortably in a pocket or purse.
Despite its compact size, it provides an ergonomic Perkins-style braille
keyboard, with high-quality scissors keys and includes a cursor keypad for
navigation.

"The Orbit Speak is a perfect complement to the Orbit Reader family of
braille displays and the Orbit Writer.  It combines the compact form-factor
of the Orbit Writer with the note-taker features of the Orbit Reader while
adding high-quality speech output to offer the essential functions users
expect from note-takers.  The onboard Wi-Fi is a game-changer, enabling
instant access to the vast variety of online services and information
available on the internet." said Dr. Gina Spagnoli, Orbit Research's
founder.  "Our mission at Orbit is to bring innovative, high-performance
products at affordable price points.  The Orbit Speak brings a compelling
combination of features, convenience, and affordability in a pocket-sized
product that will appeal to users around the world.  For students, it is a
convenient note-taker in the classroom and for reading.  The onboard braille
translator enables them to do classwork and homework assignments and easily
share them with teachers.  For adults, it provides rapid access to
professional and leisure reading, the ability to take notes in meetings or
at home and a powerful set of productivity tools." she added.

The Orbit Speak supports a wide range of languages and is designed for
worldwide use.  Popular file formats are supported for reading and editing.
Hotkey combinations allow easy and rapid switching between apps and between
standalone and connected modes, enabling a high degree of productivity.  

The Orbit Speak connects to computers and smartphones over Bluetooth or USB,
providing an instant, seamless connection to multiple devices simultaneously
and allows switching between devices with a simple key combination. It is
fully supported by the extensive ecosystem of screen-readers available for
the Orbit Reader family of braille products and works out of the box with
iOS and Android smartphones and tablets, Amazon Fire tablets, Chromebooks,
and Windows, Mac and Linux computers.  In connected mode, it can be used to
read and send text messages and emails, browse the internet and social media
channels, control all functions of the smartphone, tablet or computer, and
operate all apps.

The Orbit Speak comes with a full-sized SD Card slot and includes a built-in
speaker, headphone jack and a vibrator to provide haptic feedback for status
indications.  It is powered by a fast-charging lithium-ion battery, which is
charged through the USB-C port.  It can be attached to a lanyard or strap to
provide convenient carrying options.  A custom-designed carrying case is
also available.

Orbit Research is accepting pre-orders now for the Orbit Speak.  Visit
www.orbitresearch.com/product/orbit-speak
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esearch.com%2Fproduct%2Forbit-speak&data=04%7C01%7C%7Cf88bf7405e0c4c8931e908
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served=0>  for more information and to place orders.  

About Orbit Research:

Orbit Research develops and manufactures innovative and affordable products
that enable an independent lifestyle for people who are blind or visually
impaired.  Founded with the mission to fulfill the urgent need for
affordable assistive technology products, the company has introduced
breakthrough products like the Orion family of accessible scientific and
graphing calculators, the iBill Talking Banknote Identifier and the Orbit
Reader family of refreshable braille displays that define the
state-of-the-art in features, functionality, convenience and affordability.
For more information, visit www.orbitresearch.com
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esearch.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7C%7Cf88bf7405e0c4c8931e908da07452be8%7C84df9e7f
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sdata=IORIetYVeQ4P8mJhtwMhhzk0rJZaxAIoj%2Bzx9KjYkjc%3D&reserved=0> .

Contact details:

Carla Morris

Orbit Research LLC

Tel:  1-888-606-7248

Email: morris.carla at orbitresearch.com
<mailto:morris.carla at orbitresearch.com>  

www.orbitresearch.com
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Best Regards,

Customer Care Team

Orbit Research

techsupport at orbitresearch.com <mailto:techsupport at orbitresearch.com> 

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