Talking Typer vs Compass

Talking Typer finally makes its way to iOS. Help students make typing progress with this fun-to-use self-voicing app! Talking Typer An accessible typing and computer keyboard tutorial app with a keyboard game to help increase speed and accuracy in a fun environment! Learn to type or improve your skills with drills, practice lessons, keyboard explorer, and an entertaining game. It is designed for blind and visually impaired students, but can be used by sighted students too. This makes it a great tool for the whole class. 35 Built-in Lessons Talking TyperTM for iOS devices comes with 35 built-in lessons at levels 1-10. Teachers and parents can create new lessons, edit lessons, and assign lessons to individual students or groups. Speed, accuracy, and typing level can also be set for individual students or groups. The app saves the results of each drill allowing students, teachers, and parents to monitor improvement. Hurry Scurry Game The app also includes the exciting game Hurry Scurry, where students earn points by typing letters before the ball drops. It’s fun for all ages and skill levels! Self-Voicing and Apple® VoiceOver Accessible The app is both self-voicing and accessible with Apple’s VoiceOver. The onboard keyboard of your device can be used with Talking Typer, but an external keyboard is recommended. The app can also be used with a refreshable braille display, like APH’s Refreshabraille 18TM Bluetooth®-enabled device, making it accessible for students who are deafblind as well. Recommended ages: All.

Which way is north? A simple compass made for curious kids. Compass is a simple, easy-to-use compass app designed for kids to explore, learn, and discover directions around them. With a clear, easy-to-read display and simple controls, kids can quickly see which way is north, south, east, or west — without complicated settings or distracting features. ■ Simple and Easy to Use • Kid-friendly design Large, clear directions make the compass easy to understand at a glance. • Map Mode Keep north fixed at the top of the screen, just like on a map. Place your device next to a map and explore which direction your school, park, home, or other places are. ■ Made for Learning and Exploring • Learn about directions Discover north, south, east, and west while exploring the world around you. • Use it for school activities Great for learning about maps, directions, the sunrise, and your local area. • Take it outside Use it for neighborhood walks, outdoor learning, camping, or family adventures. ■ For Parents and Teachers • No ads or in-app purchases Kids can focus on exploring and learning without distractions. • Location access is optional The compass works using your device's built-in magnetic sensor without location access. Allowing location access enables more accurate true north readings. • Simple by design The app focuses on one thing: making directions easy to see and understand. A little compass for big adventures. Whether you're learning about maps, exploring your neighborhood, or simply wondering which way is north, Compass makes discovering directions simple and fun. *This app uses your device's magnetic sensor. Nearby magnets, metal objects, and electronic devices may affect compass accuracy. For best results, use your device away from magnetic interference.*