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Intel Fizzbook tablet PC as a low cost VOCA

Posted by Robert Stewart on the 30th September, 2009

Fizzbook and i-want-it iw150 ipod speaker which is thin in appearance and the same width and height as the fizzbookPeter Keeves (Cornwall Partnership Trust) recently presented a session at Communication Matters on the new Intel Fizzbook Tablet PC and its potential as a low cost voice output communication aid (VOCA).  I shall give very brief details on this:

It should be noted that some basic soldering was mentioned but this was not elaborated on. I’m assuming this is for the earphone cable between the tablet and the speaker.

At less than £400 the finished article was very profesional and the audio fairly loud. I worked out that the total weight was about 1.75 Kg which isn't too heavy. 

An added touch is that the user can still attach their iPod to the back of the speaker!

If you wish to know more then you may wish to contact Peter Keeves via the Cornwall Partnership Trust (Peter.Keeves@cpt.cornwall.nhs.uk).

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