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Verbal Chess

Verbal Chess

Play using just your voice

⭐️3.4 / 5
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🙌5
Ratings
📼8 scs
Content
📦~ in 2 weeks
Updates frequency
🗣❌ unsupported
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🧾$0.99 - $14.99
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All Versions of Verbal Chess

1.18.1

February 11, 2024

V1.18 adds a piece name filter to the "command speak moves" option on play computer/blindfold. For example, to hear the bishop moves, it would be: "command speak moves bishop". This makes the spoken list more focused. As a reminder, the 'My Account' menu enables you to force the speaking of the words for the letters. As in, 'Bishop Golf Four'.
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1.17.2

February 3, 2024

V1.17 adds 'Reveal' to blindfold play and 'Replay' for computer/blindfold play so you can 'get back into the game' after stepping away. If you find the 'file letters' hard to understand, the 'My Account' menu has an option that enables you to force the speaking of the words for the letters. As in, 'Bishop Golf Four'. The problem with "Connect to Lichess" seems fixed.
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1.16.1

January 25, 2024

V1.16.1 fixes a problem with "Connect to Lichess". Also, the board coordinate location can be set by everyone.
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1.15.1

May 16, 2023

V1.15 adds support for "enhanced voices". For the "Player's Voice", the American female voices: Ava, Allison, Nicky, Samantha, Susan will be checked to see if the "enhanced" versions are available. The first one alphabetically will be used. For the "Opponent's Voice", the British male voices: Daniel and Oliver will be checked to see if the "enhanced" versions are available. The first one alphabetically will be used. (Note: you have to install the voices manually in the "Accessibility" section of the "Settings". (V1.15.1 fixes a "connect to Lichess" issue)
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1.15.0

May 13, 2023

V1.15 adds support for "enhanced voices". For the "Player's Voice", the American female voices: Ava, Allison, Nicky, Samantha, Susan will be checked to see if the "enhanced" versions are available. The first one alphabetically will be used. For the "Opponent's Voice", the British male voices: Daniel and Oliver will be checked to see if the "enhanced" versions are available. The first one alphabetically will be used. (Note: you have to install the voices manually in the "Accessibility" section of the "Settings".
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1.14.2

March 5, 2023

The internals of how play on Lichess.org is managed has been changed. It should be faster and more reliable. Note: IOS V15 is now required. (V1.14.2 fixes a problem with 5+5 Lichess games.)
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1.14.1

March 5, 2023

The internals of how play on Lichess.org is managed has been changed. It should be faster and more reliable. Note: IOS V15 is now required.
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1.13.1

February 10, 2023

In V1.13, you can get a list of your available moves while playing the computer or on Lichess. Just say "command list moves" or "command speak moves" to see and/or hear the list of moves you can make.
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1.12.1

January 25, 2023

You can now say the "from & to" squares to make moves. For example, in addition to saying "play Nf3" you can say : "play g1 f3". (You can also say the piece name but that's not necessary.) Also fixed the problem: if the opponent wins their last move is verbalized and played.
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1.11.1

January 5, 2023

Sync version number across devices.

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Description of Verbal Chess

Play chess using only your voice! Are your hands busy making dinner? Or are you relaxing in a tub? Exercising on a treadmill? With Verbal Chess, you can play against computer engines or against players around the world using only your voice. There's no need to touch the screen. Have trouble interacting with the piece images on the screen? With Verbal Chess, the entire app is controllable by your voice. Physical limitations aren't a barrier to your playing chess. And for blindfold chess, you can lean back in your recliner, close your eyes and play the entire game. Since Verbal Chess announces your opponent's moves, you never have to look at the screen. Verbal Chess is unique in that every part of the program (except login passwords) can be controlled by your voice - every screen, every option and every move. Even program navigation can be done with only your voice. Once connected, you never have to touch the screen to enjoy every aspect of Verbal Chess. If working with the screen because of a physical handicap is a problem, with Verbal Chess you can have fun playing chess. Or are your hands busy? Maybe something simple like holding a sloppy burger and you would like to play a game while eating, Verbal Chess can do that for you. Verbal Chess comes from the creator of Chessvis. Download it today. Terms of Use URL: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verbal Chess: FAQ

Can Verbal Chess support iPad devices?

Yes, Verbal Chess has support for iPad devices.
Conceptual Software, Inc. developed the Verbal Chess app.
The minimum required iOS version for the app to work is 15.0 or higher.
Users have given Verbal Chess a so-so rating of 3.4 out of 5.
The Main Genre Of The Verbal Chess App Is Games.
1.18.1 is the newly released version of the Verbal Chess app.
The last update for Verbal Chess was on July 3, 2024.
Verbal Chess was first released on February 6, 2023.
This app is appropriate for all ages, with no offensive or inappropriate content.
Verbal Chess is available in English.
No, Verbal Chess is not featured on Apple Arcade.
Yes, you can make in-app purchases to unlock additional features in Verbal Chess.
No, you cannot use Verbal Chess with Apple Vision Pro.

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Reviews of Verbal Chess

  • Incredible blind chess app!!!

    I’ve never left any reviews in the 10+ years I’ve downloaded any apps but I had to for this one. I’m a huge blindfold chess enthusiast and this is by far the best way to practice/play. The voice commands come through clear and the response times are near instant. Completely possible to relax and get immersed very easily. Computer even plays different lines, which caught me way off guard. Amazing amazing effort put into this one and 100% my new favorite chess app. Thx!
  • Voice commands to play chess

    Play chess while you cook or shave, play lichess games or against an engine using your real chessboard. This app is extraordinary and the developer responds promptly to questions and suggestions.