MetaTalkUS vs TouchMe Pairs

MetaTalkUS is the English language version of MetaTalk - the vocabulary and voices are in English only. MetaTalk is a symbol-based application for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). It allows users without or with limited voice capabilities to communicate. MetaTalk is preconfigured with three rich vocabularies - you can start immediately. Individual customizations are easy and always possible.  MetaTalk is based on METACOM symbols which are known for their clarity and professional design. A simple structure allows beginners - and relatives without special AAC training - to learn and grow over time.  Vocabularies • Three vocabularies preconfigured with different sizes and content • About 2000/1500/1000 words and phrases in MetaTalkUS.5x9/ MetaTalkUS.4x7/ MetaTalkUS.3x5 • American English vocabulary for daily use including popular phrases • structure easy to understand • most-used items always visible: "I would like", "not", "to", "There is" (configurable)  • pronouns ("I","you","he",…) and people ("Mother", "Father",…) are automatically linked with the correct verb forms ("go", "goes", etc.). Long-Press function (optional) skips the pronouns and links directly to the corresponding verb form  • verb forms including present, past, gerund, and past participle • theme-based categories with core vocabulary, phrases, and related questions for fast interactions  • phrases and questions to initiate a conversation: "My name is"/"what is your name", "I like"/"what do you like"  • page with talk-buttons for recorded messages  • project page(s) at school  • day planner for mornings and afternoons  • METACOM6 symbol library with more than 5000 items  Functions  • synthesized speech (Acapela) with male and female voices • talk-buttons for recorded messages  • customize each key with text and photos from the photo album or the iPad camera (>iPad2)  • add symbols and texts from our library simply by dragging  • rearrange keys on each page or create new pages  • select a color for keys • keys and pages can be hidden • store full sentences or messages in MemoBox • copy/save memos as text or photo • copy/save search paths • pages and vocabularies can be created, duplicated, renamed, deleted, exported and imported • create different vocabularies for different users • import, export, and backup of pages and complete vocabularies • optional touch delay to prevent multiple touches on same key • all editing functions are passcode protected

TouchMe Pairs is a variation of the popular game “Find pairs“. TouchMe Pairs for iPad is available in 2 versions: - TouchMe Pairs: An In-App Purchase is required to use custom content. - TouchMe Pairs PRO: Custom content can be used without limitation. The application offers three different modes: Cards face up Cards face down Cards face down with limited amount of time Each card can contain pictures, text and sound. Depending on the selected settings, different combinations can be used in addition to the classic mode (match pictures), e.g. matching sound and picture, matching text and sound, and so on. You can create your own cards with custom contend using the integrated editor. This allows the easy creation of new card sets. Various settings allow adjustment for special needs of users. The exercises can be operated by alternative input devices such as external switches. Note: On the iPad, the Home button must be pressed to get back to the main screen of the application. Objectives: Fun and games Concentration and anticipation training Training of switch use Areas of application: Early intervention Children and adults with physical impairments Children and adults with learning disabilities Playing