# Speech Central: Book Aloud — Dyslexia, Blind, ADHD reader

> Accessible text-to-speech reader for education with extensive document support. (iPhone/iPad app by LABSII DOO BEOGRAD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-central-book-aloud/id1290457452 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LABSII DOO BEOGRAD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1127349154)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 4.28/5 from 43 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-10-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-central-book-aloud/id1290457452/reviews.md

## What is Speech Central?

This edition of text to speech app is specially crafted for schools:

◦ to make learning more productive and accessible, helping everyone to find his way to better grades and greater knowledge.
◦ to meet all safety and privacy standards including those of App Store for kids and of any government regulation. The app doesn't collect any data about the users and keeps internet access limited.
◦ simplified interface suited for children that have started to read books
◦ no in-app purchases
◦ rigorous testing to avoid bugs that can confuse children

With over 10,000 licenses sold and consistent ratings above 4 stars Speech Central is one of the leading global text-to-speech brands. It was nominated for the best iOS accessible app in 2017 on AppleVis, the leading authority in the field of accessibility on Apple devices.

The app implements state of the art features of voice readers for education:
◦ The widest support for documents/office and e-book formats
◦ Knowledge and text annotation tools built-in
◦ Export the text with annotations to .docx format
◦ The app is tested to be accessible with VoiceOver by legally blind users. Bookshare, an accessible online library is integrated into the app.
◦ Functions of audio buttons can be customized for high productivity and accessibility. The widest selection of tools to control the speed and position of how the text is read aloud.
◦ Keyboard shortcuts for improved accessibility
◦ The app can be used with any of 27 languages that have text-to-speech support on iOS, and all major languages are supported for the full automatic recognition.
◦ OCR function to import the text from the camera or from the scanned PDF
◦ The app can be used as an assistive technology and helper for people with visual impairments and disabilities like dyslexia (dyslexia friendly font is included in the app).

Supported document types are: PDF (including scanned documents), Microsoft Word (.docx), Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx), OpenOffice/LibreOffice (.odt, .odp), .html, .txt, .rtf, supported ebook formats are .epub, DAISY and .fb2 and emails in .eml format. All those formats will work only if a document has no DRM.

Latest iOS features including Dark mode, Siri Shortcuts, the latest visual style, drag and drop, 3D Touch, Spotlight Search, Dynamic Type are fully supported.

Some features are available only on the latest version of iOS.

Get the app now and find your way to the success in school!

## Key features

- Text-to-speech functionality
- Supports numerous document and ebook formats
- Built-in annotation tools
- OCR for importing text from images
- Dyslexia-friendly font
- Customizable reading speed and controls
- VoiceOver accessibility

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-central-book-aloud/id1290457452/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Sort of works...

*2018-07-02, version 3.9.3*

The app technically works but no matter what voice I set, it still uses a stock robotic voice. This is disappointing since I’ve got myriad other voices installed on my iPad, and I find the stock voice rather grating.

**Developer response:** This app can use any voice that you install on iPad inside the system settings (except for the Siri voice as only Apple apps can use it). I am not sure if you are satisfied with the quality of those voices or not, but if you bought some 3rd party voices, they work only inside the app from which you have bought them as on iOS there is no system-wide support for the 3rd party voices. If your problem is in picking of some of those voices available in the Settings app, then please contact the support as the app has such a feature.

## Frequently asked questions about Speech Central

### What is Speech Central's primary function?

Speech Central is a text-to-speech application designed to make reading more accessible. It reads digital text aloud, supporting a wide range of document and ebook formats, and includes features beneficial for users with dyslexia or visual impairments.

### Is Speech Central suitable for children?

Yes, the app features a simplified interface suited for children and adheres to strict safety and privacy standards, including those for kids' apps. It does not collect user data and limits internet access.

### What document formats does Speech Central support?

Speech Central supports a wide array of formats including PDF, Microsoft Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), OpenOffice/LibreOffice (.odt, .odp), HTML, TXT, RTF, EPUB, DAISY, FB2, and EML files, provided they are not DRM-protected.

### Can Speech Central help users with visual impairments?

Absolutely. The app is tested for accessibility with VoiceOver for legally blind users and includes a dyslexia-friendly font. It also integrates with Bookshare, an accessible online library.

### Does Speech Central have ads?

The app is designed without advertisements. It also explicitly states that there are no in-app purchases, offering a clean and uninterrupted user experience.

### What languages does Speech Central support?

Speech Central can be used with any of the 27 languages that have text-to-speech support on iOS. Major languages are also supported for full automatic recognition.

### How does Speech Central handle user privacy?

The app is committed to user privacy and meets safety standards for kids' apps and government regulations. It does not collect user data and keeps internet access limited.

### What is the pricing for Speech Central?

Speech Central is a paid application, available for $6.99. There are no in-app purchases, meaning all features are accessible upon purchase of the app.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 10.00 — 2021-05-05

Repeat mode

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