A standalone device means that is operates by itself, without the need for a computer or other technology. Standalone OCR devices can be portable or fixed.  A technology assessment should be used to determine the device that best suits your client’s needs.

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Eye-pal Ace:

An ‘eye-tea’ review of the Eye-Pal Ace
The Eye-Pal ace is a stand-alone, portable OCR reader, that converts text to speech.
Transportable	Designed to transport with a handle, battery and weighs 1.6 kg .
Available	Quantum  Price: $3,020.00 AUD
Practical	Exceptional OCR, Portability means you can use for menus, headphones.
Engaging	Can store books in memory and add a daily schedule. Useful for no or low vision to access information in the community or school.

 

Eye-Pal Reader:

An ‘eye-tea’ review of the Eye-Pal Reader
The Eye-Pal reader is useful for reading thick books, mail, labels on cans and pill bottles. The user does not have to worry which way up the printed material is, or navigate through difficult functions or controls.
Transportable	Foldable and light weight but best used at home, school or work.
Available	Quantum Price: $3,040.00 AUD
Practical	Ability to see fine print and extremely easy to operate.
Engaging	Has hand gestures under camera for controls

 

Sara CE:

An ‘eye-tea’ review of the Sara CE
The Sara CE is a standalone device that detects movement and scans and begins reading when an image is placed under the camera.
Transportable	At 3kg and 30.5cm x 39.4cm x 9.9cm, this is best as a fixed device
Available	Quantum Price: $2,680.00 AUD
Practical	Saved scanned documents on the built in hard drive, read audible books including DAISY format and can output to braille.
Engaging	Human voice software, read, rewind and fast forward speech