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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

MY VOICE - Autism AAC App

New app helps those who can't speak to be heard

Around the world, there are millions who cannot speak, either because of brain injuries or conditions such as autism. Now, some students at the University of Toronto have come up with an app that merges a voice synthesizer with a GPS to give people the words they need, wherever they are.

The device is called MyVoice. It's an assistive communication device similar to the technology used by Stephen Hawking that helps users to speak. But unlike the unwieldy and expensive voice synthesizers of old, MyVoice can be downloaded onto iPhones, iPads and Android devices.

Read more at http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/TopStories/20110406/myvoice-speech-app-110406/

MyVoice for iOS - PDAscent IncMyVoice for iOS - PDAscent Inc

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