# Jolene Says

> Text-to-speech communication aid for silent or noisy environments. (iPhone/iPad app by Jolene Violet Engo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolene-says/id1338959010 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jolene Violet Engo](https://appshunter.io/developer/492532296)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolene-says/id1338959010/reviews.md

## What is Jolene Says?

Super simple & clean app for communicating when you can’t talk.  Very useful for deaf people, vocal surgery patients, or when your environment is just too loud for others to hear you.

Features:
* Easy access favorites
* Text to speech with voice pitch and speed controls
* Big fonts that automagically resize as you type
* Shake to clear text

## Key features

- Text to speech functionality
- Adjustable voice pitch and speed
- Large, auto-resizing fonts
- Easy access favorites
- Shake to clear text

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove advertisements | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolene-says/id1338959010/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works well for us

*2022-07-29*

Just want to say thanks.  App was recommended by my Husband’ s audio team.  He is almost 100% deaf.  Has been a great tool for me.  Only question, how can you save a message for later review.

### 1/5 — Not work I try speak and not hear

*2021-05-10*

Not work speak and not hear sound nothing 
What happen?
How fix ot

### 5/5 — LIFESAVER!

*2018-08-06*

I just had vocal surgery and this was perfect to use as I had to communicate with family/friends but I couldn’t talk.

## Frequently asked questions about Jolene Says

### What is Jolene Says used for?

Jolene Says is a utility app designed for communication when speaking is not an option. It converts typed text into speech, making it useful for deaf individuals, people recovering from vocal surgery, or in loud environments.

### Does Jolene Says have ads?

No, Jolene Says is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted communication experience for its users.

### What devices support Jolene Says?

Jolene Says is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering broad compatibility within the Apple ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for Jolene Says?

Jolene Says has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does Jolene Says handle text input?

Jolene Says features large fonts that automatically resize as you type, ensuring readability. You can also shake the device to quickly clear the text input area.

### Can I customize the voice in Jolene Says?

Yes, Jolene Says allows you to control the voice pitch and speed of the text-to-speech output, personalizing your communication experience.

### How often is Jolene Says updated?

Jolene Says was last updated on February 6, 2018, with version 1.0.1. It was initially released on February 6, 2018.

### What are the benefits of using Jolene Says for communication?

Jolene Says offers a straightforward method for non-verbal communication, with features like easy access to favorite phrases and clear, adjustable text display.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2018-02-06

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes for in app purchase

### 1.0 — 2018-02-05

No release notes.

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