Angela Moorad, MS, CCC-SLP. Over 36 years experience in AAC. OMazing Kids AAC and app consulting. Creator of several AAC Feature Matching resources (https://omazingkidsllc.com/omazing-kids-aac-resource-links/). Includes info about unique features to support Gestalt Language Processors
A voice is a very personal thing. It represents the essence of who we are and how we are heard. All AAC users should have the opportunity to be involved in choosing a voice for their AAC system, adjusting it (rate, pitch and volume), adding intonation or tone, and choosing different voices for different situations.
Watch the preview video:
The 34 page printable PDF includes:
Basic info about why this is important.
Options for custom personalized voices and ways to add intonation and tone of voice.
Use of unique accents.
Visual supports for choosing the age of voice, speed, pitch & volume.
Visual supports for choosing child, teen and adult USA English voices (Acapela, Almagu, Cereproc, Ivona & iOS). Includes all voice choices on one page for each age category and larger cards that can be cut apart and used on choice boards.
Visual support for choosing another type of English voice for those who may prefer a unique voice with a UK, Australian or Canadian accent.
Tips for use + a link to a 6 minute unlisted YouTube video where I do an overview of the resource and give additional ideas for involving AAC users.
Notes: This resource is specifically about voices and options available for USA English in robust iOS AAC apps available in the USA App Store. This printable resource does NOT contain any sound or voice output. It is intended to be used as a visual support alongside an AAC device or AAC app as you explore voice options and voice customization settings with that AAC user. Please keep that individual’s preferences in mind as to whether or not visuals would be helpful.
Looking in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
I was sad to see the AppSliced website close down but then relieved to find the same type of info available on AppRaven. It’s a free app and the basic features are free. It’s a good way to see pricing history on apps and a bit of other info. I also like the option to create collections.
I’ll update this post as I create other collections.
Looking in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
Have you ever considered using AAC on an Apple Watch but weren’t sure about the options or how to set it up? I’ve made it simple.
Check out my brand new resource “Feature Matching Basics & Tips: AAC Apps for the Apple Watch”: https://bit.ly/AppleWatchAAC.
This resource contains a 6 page PDF handout & exclusive access to three unlisted YouTube videos with easy to understand information about :
An overview of things to consider when deciding to use AAC apps on an Apple Watch
How to pair the Apple Watch with a wearable Bluetooth speaker (simple demo video)
How to use the Apple Watch app on a paired iPhone to set up apps on the Apple Watch
How to find info about setting up an Apple Watch for a family member who doesn’t have their own iPhone, tech safety considerations & parental controls
Two recommended watch face options well-suited for AAC users (using one app or using multiple apps)
Apple Watch face “Complications” made simple: What these are on an Apple Watch and how to set them up (simple tutorial video)
Basic info about features of 33 apps and features available for the Apple Watch (8 apps and a feature specifically designed for AAC + 25 AAC-related apps and features that can be used to communicate in a variety of creative ways… including some that allow you to play short video and audio clips. Particularly helpful for Gestalt Language Processors)
✅ Designation of particularly helpful apps as “top picks”
🔎 Designation of AAC apps that are robust with many more features when used on an iPhone or iPad
Exclusive access to an unlisted YouTube video where I demo these “top picks” and show what the robust apps look like on an Apple Watch
9 other apps that I explored and reasons that I ruled those out
Exclusive access to those three unlisted YouTube videos (2:30 min, 3:18 min, 48:27 min – with time stamped chapters to quickly jump to info)
The PDF handout is formatted to be printed or viewed on a PDF reader or in the Apple Books app where you can tap on blue underlined text that links directly to additional or related information.
The 48:27 demo video of the “top picks” and robust AAC apps has time-stamped chapters to help you quickly jump to the info about a particular app.
See my list on AppRaven: AAC and AAC related apps for Apple Watch
Looking for other in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
Two years ago I purchased an Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8″ HD display, 32GB (2020 release) to see how well it might work for AAC. It was “okay” for basic text-based AAC but sometimes lagged when using symbol-based AAC or visual scenes. Likely due to the processor not being fast enough.
Amazon had it on sale for $84.99 (regular price $179.99). I got a total of $42.00 in incentives (20% off my new tablet = $17 + $25 gift card). A couple of days later I paid $15 to remove the ads. So I only ended up paying $57.99 for this brand new tablet with double the memory, a much better processor and larger screen.
Note: I purposefully did NOT buy an Amazon Fire tablet designed for kids that includes a case because it comes preloaded with lots of content that I don’t want and might not have had the option to uninstall. I can see the appeal of their Amazon Kids warranty but I’m very careful with my tech, always have it in a protective case and have never had any issues.
I bought this case with a rotating ring stand for $14.99 on Amazon. I need cases that can be used in both Landscape and Portrait orientation. This case is similar to a Pepkoo but the foam isn’t quite as thick and the ring stand doesn’t feel quite as durable. I’ll update this post if I have any issues with durability.
I sent a message to Pepkoo on their Amazon store to specifically ask whether or not they have any plans to eventually offer their thick foam kids case for this specific model of Amazon Fire tablet and/or an iPad 10th gen.
The blue case on the left is on my Amazon Fire HD 10. The case on the right is a Pepkoo case on my iPad 9th gen.
See my video comparing these two cases:
A sound and size comparison of iPad 9th gen, Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023, 13th gen):
A peek at the AAC apps I have loaded on my Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023 release, 13th generation) tablet – some apps from the Amazon Appstore + lots of Android AAC apps side loaded from the Google Play Store:
Tips: If you are using an Android tablet & an Amazon Fire Tablet with the Google Play App Store side loaded, be sure to toggle on Family Sharing before making app purchases & make the purchases from the Google Play App Store on your Amazon Fire Tablet. Those have been recognized by Google Play on my Android tablet. The reverse was hit and miss (likely due to the side loading).
Update 1/16/26 about the Amazon Fire version of Weave Chat AAC: I ended up uninstalling the Amazon version of the app on my Amazon Fire HD 10 2023 13th generation tablet today and installed the Android version since I have the Google Play Store side loaded and so far it is working as expected.
The last update for the Amazon Fire version of Weave Chat AAC was on September 12, 2025 so it is missing features compared to the Android and iOS versions. The app developer has indicated that rolling out the most recent updates on the Amazon platform would cause the app to no longer work on many models of Amazon Fire tablets so they are leaving it on the older version. The Android version and iOS version of Weave Chat AAC are the focus for updates for now. Over time Amazon will phase out and add new devices that will support the current version of the Weave Chat AAC app and they will release a new version for that platform at that time.
Disclaimer: I am not implying that an Amazon Fire tablet is your best option for AAC. I am sharing this info for those who have asked about the most affordable option. Not everyone has a funding source and sadly gatekeeping of AAC is a real barrier.
If you are a parent or caregiver having to DIY your own AAC, please read this post on my blog for additional tips and resources: https://bit.ly/ParentAAC
Please consider individual needs for access, hardware and software as part of the feature matching process.
I am not liable for any purchasing decisions, results of loading or side loading apps, durability of tech or cases, etc. and am not making any recommendations for AAC for individuals.
Resource Update: Feature Matching Chart for Visual Scene and Video Visual Scene Display AAC Apps.
I added info about the Android version of Scene and Heard Pro Lifetime and info about the iOS and Android versions of QuickPic AAC + lots of info about new features in several of the other apps & info about my experience with creating and using a “The VoiceKeeper” voice.
Those who have previously purchased it on TPT can download the most current version for no additional cost: https://bit.ly/AACvsd .
Looking for other in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
The Feature Matching Chart for the Top iOS Text Based AAC Apps has been updated on 6/29/24 to reflect new features in these apps. Includes major update in Predictable 7. Those who have previously purchased this resource on TPT can download the newest version for no additional cost: https://bit.ly/TextBasedAACapps. Ko-fi subscribers will be able to access a copy on the pinned resource post: https://ko-fi.com/Post/Links-to-posts-about-most-current-feature-matching-F1F5C9DMD
Looking for other in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
Important information about the ClaroCom & ClaroCom Pro AAC apps
I was finally able to track down information about the status of the ClaroCom and ClaroCom AAC apps. I was concerned since neither had been updated since February 13, 2023. I emailed Texthelp (the company that acquired Claro Software in March 2021: https://www.texthelp.com/resources/blog/texthelp-acquires-the-lingit-group/)
The text of my email inquiry on 6/14/24:
Hi – I am trying to find out whether or not you will be updating the ClaroCom and ClaroCom Pro apps in the future.
I have ClaroCom Pro included in my Feature Matching Chart for the Top 14 iOS Text-Based AAC Apps (https://bit.ly/TextBasedAACapps).
If there are no plans for continuing support for these apps then I need to indicate that in my resource so folks can make an informed purchasing decision.
Thanks,
Angela Moorad, MS, CCC-SLP
Here is the text of the reply that I received on 6/17/24 (I highlighted key parts):
Hi Angela Moorad,
You’ve had an update to your case ClaroCom and ClaroCom Pro apps (# 195652) on 2024-06-17 12:23:55:
Joseph said:
Hi Angela,
Thank you for contacting Claro Support.
ClaroCom is currently not in active development. This means that we do not maintain it with regular performance updates or bugfixes at this time, but we do still perform critical hotfixes when required and support general technical queries. For the time being, this is intended to be the status ClaroCom remains in for as long as it can function on the latest version of iOS. Once iOS has updated to the point in which ClaroCom is no longer compatible with it then the application will likely be sunsetted. It is unclear at this time whether or not a replacement will be greenlit. So, to confirm, there are currently no plans for ClaroCom to receive updates in the future.
Let me know if you have any further queries.
Kind Regards,
Joseph Middleton Technical Support Engineer
Texthelp Support Team
The text of my reply that same day: Thanks for the info. If you decide to pick development up again or develop a newer version of this app Iespecially like the option to pinch to zoom directly on the screen to change the size of the font. It’s a unique accessibility feature that’s helpful.
Thanks,
Angela
Links to both apps in the USA App Store (6/17/24):
I will be updating my AAC feature matching resources to reflect this but felt it was important information for the general public and professionals who might be recommending these apps to be aware of.
Note: I will update this blog post in the future if the app developer decides to resume development for these apps or offer new options.
Looking for in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing the best AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
Those who have previously purchased it on TPT can download the most current version for no additional cost: https://bit.ly/AAC-At-a-Glance.
Looking for in-depth AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. That post also includes videos comparing AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
a two page Simple Customizable Partner Assisted Auditory Scanning Communication Board set with room to add your own “favorites lists”
a two page empty version of that board set so you can add your own info on both pages
a two page totally blank Partner Assisted Auditory Scanning Communication Board template
a page with links to six resources to Learn How to Do Partner Assisted Scanning (including Partner Assisted Auditory Scanning – PAAS)
a page about how to use the free I Love PDF website to customize this resource, a link to a short video tutorial (my unlisted YouTube video) & printing tips.
Note: This AAC resource is not intended to be a robust communication option. It is something simple to allow exploration of Partner Assisted Auditory Scanning for communication.
Looking for in-depth up to date AAC feature matching resources? See this blog post: https://bit.ly/5aacFeatureMatchingResources. The most current info about AAC apps can be found in my feature matching resources. The blog post also includes videos comparing AAC apps on various devices on various platforms.
Looking for basic info about AAC apps that are always affordable or free? See the Basic Feature Chart for Affordable and Free AAC apps & AAC-Related Apps (iOS, Android Google Play, Amazon Fire, Windows + a few Web-Based options): https://bit.ly/BasicAffordableAACchart.
Image ID: Screenshot showing the Proloquo AAC app in Split View alongside the Apple Books app with the book “A Day With No Words” by Tiffany Hammond. Includes a notation to tap the three tiny dots to access Split View.
AAC apps that offer full support of Split View / Split Screen offer the opportunity for greater accessibility and access than AAC apps that don’t support this. Why does this matter?There are many adult AAC users who multitask with their tech. But this isn’t just a feature that benefits adults. Here is an example of how I’m using the Proloquo app by AssistiveWare alongside the Apple Books app with “A Day With No Words” by Tiffany Hammond (Fidgets and Fries). I also own a hardcover copy of this same book and loved it so much that I decided to purchase the ebook version in Apple Books to offer another means of access and use (both alongside AAC and separately).
My only “wish” is that iPad Accessibility – Spoken Content – Speak Screen was able to properly detect the text in picture books. I tried it in both Apple Books and the preview in the Kindle for iPad app. Both weren’t able to perceive the text separately from the gorgeous illustrations. Which I wouldn’t trade the stylized text in this book for that. I just wish there was something behind the scenes that made this type of text accessible. (Hey Apple & Amazon Kindle if you happen to read this… please make it so.)
Basic Feature Chart for Affordable and Free AAC apps & AAC-Related Apps (iOS, Android Google Play, Amazon Fire, Windows + a few Web-Based options): https://bit.ly/BasicAffordableAACchart
The perfect companion to supplement these in-depth resources are the “AAC Apps and Features At-a-Glance (Single Page Handouts)”: https://bit.ly/AAC-At-a-Glance
Updated 5/25/23:
Excited to discover that there’s a way to do Split View on my Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite tablet. This is the Android version of Avaz alongside “A Day With No Words” by Tiffany Hammond (Fidgets and Fries).
Guess what… there’s a way to do Split Screen on an Amazon Fire tablet too. This is the CoreVoice app. Be watching for a video tutorial soon 🎦
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