# Sorenson BuzzCards > Text-based flashcard app for deaf communication with non-signers. (iPhone/iPad app by Sorenson Communications.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sorenson-buzzcards/id380582593 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Sorenson Communications](https://appshunter.io/developer/358815148) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 3.40/5 from 54 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 19 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2010-07-19 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sorenson-buzzcards/id380582593/reviews.md ## What is Sorenson BuzzCards? Type it. Show it. BuzzCards is an app designed to help deaf people communicate easily with people who don’t know sign language. The app works like a deck of flashcards. You type the message and show it to the person with whom you are communicating. You can write and save cards with the messages you use the most. For example, “Where is the restroom?” or “Where is the nearest bust stop?” You can also make or edit cards on the fly, as needed. The cards are organized by category - for example, “Dining” or “Travel” – to make them easy to find. There is no limit to the number of cards you can create. The BuzzCards app makes face-to-face communication simple; just type it and show it. ## Key features - Type and display messages - Create and save custom cards - Organize cards by category - Edit cards on the fly - Unlimited card creation ## Recent user reviews (10 of 54) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sorenson-buzzcards/id380582593/reviews.md ### 5/5 — intuitive communication app *2023-07-06* I love how large and visually pleasing the font is. Works way better for communication with non-signers than the Apple Notes app. Though me & my Deaf friends really don’t care for Sorenson, I’ll use this app of theirs. Wish they’d acknowledge that the FCC rules DO allow ASL-fluent hearing individuals to apply for, receive and use videophone numbers that do not connect to VRS. Most of my ASL-fluent friends are hearing without speech disabilities. ### 1/5 — Sorensen Buzz Card app needs to be updated *2023-05-27* I cannot download the Sorensen Buzz Card on my iphone 14 Plus. My ipad downloaded the app & whenever I open the icon, the app shuts off. Can you upgrade the Sorensen Buzz Card app asap so deaf people globally can use it? Thank you. ### 1/5 — Updated on 3/14 *2023-03-15* The app updated on my phone and now it won’t open. I’ll see the first opening screen then it shuts off. Looks like I’ll need to reinstall the app which means I lose all the data I already have ### 2/5 — Not working anymore. *2023-03-08* So disappointed to see this app not working anymore since November. Any updates? This is most useful app until now. Please get it fixed. I’m giving it 2 stars because no one bothered to follow up since the last IOS update as the reviews indicated. Get on with it please. ### 4/5 — iPad v iPhone *2023-01-31, version 1.1.9* Same iOS version. iPhone quit working. iPad works. Please fix ### 1/5 — Fail for iOS 16!!!! *2023-01-04, version 1.1.9* Shame to see this app dead due not update version for iOS 16 !! ### 1/5 — Doesn't work *2022-12-29, version 1.1.9* I'm so sad that every time I click on this and it'll open and close immediately. Can you please fix this big? Thank you! ### 3/5 — Loved the buzz cards until I ungraded my phone *2022-12-27, version 1.1.9* I am so disappointed!! I loved the buzz cards on my old iPhone 11. I had to upgrade my phone and got a iPhone 14 and the app don’t even open. So frustrating!! I really wish they would do an update on the buzz cards. I used it frequently as I can speak! ### 2/5 — Won’t work *2022-11-30, version 1.1.9* I’m sad as I use this frequently to communicate and now It won’t work for the past two weeks. Please fix it 😱🥴 ### 4/5 — problem open *2022-11-21, version 1.1.9* try to open. when it open then few sec it close ## Frequently asked questions about Sorenson BuzzCards ### What does Sorenson BuzzCards do? Sorenson BuzzCards is an application designed to help deaf individuals communicate with people who do not know sign language. It functions like a digital deck of flashcards where users can type messages and display them on their device's screen for easy understanding. ### How can I use Sorenson BuzzCards to communicate? You can type your message directly into the app and then show the screen to the person you are communicating with. The app allows you to create and save frequently used messages as 'cards' for quick access, making conversations more efficient. ### Is Sorenson BuzzCards free to use? Yes, the application is available for free. There are no charges associated with downloading or using the core features of Sorenson BuzzCards. ### Can I organize my messages in the app? Yes, you can organize your saved messages into categories. This feature helps in quickly finding the right card for specific situations, such as 'Dining' or 'Travel', making communication smoother. ### What kind of messages can I save? You can save any type of message you frequently use for communication. Examples include common questions like 'Where is the restroom?' or 'Where is the nearest bus stop?', or any other phrase you need to convey. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 1.1.9 — 2015-01-22 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*