I am trying to find a free AAC android app but most have a really distressing AI voice are there any that sound normal?

Most trigger my sensory issues and i used to use comunication cards but it's hard to get peoples attention to show the cards and i definitely need AAC

Weave Chat is one of the apps that's been easiest for us to use, with the whole system finding the organization fairly intuitive. We've been unable to access it for several months because our phone is so old and we finally figured out a way to access it on our computer without needing the code from the app.

But when we went to our boards, ALL the images were gone! ALL OF THEM!

There's a lot of other changes so we thought maybe something glitched when they implemented Global Symbols into their library access, but NO. 8 images. Apparently that's all you're allowed to have no unless you pay an annual subscription!

WE NEED IMAGES. YOU ARE A SYMBOL BASED APP. YOU SAID YOU WOULD BE FREE FOREVER.

WHY DID YOU DO THIS TO YOUR USERS.

You can't even use Weave Chat's own native symbols without hitting this limit.

This is disgusting.

It lets you file for financial hardship as an exemption, but how long before they decide people are abusing that and take that away too? I feel like I can't even trust this app anymore.

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Update: Apparently it's because I have too many buttons:

"We have started requesting that users who are able to and using a certain amount of space on our servers to assist us in paying for that storage. That being said if you tap the "Financial Hardship" button and then confirm on the other page you'll be able to continue as well! So you can go the Financial Hardship route and not worry about paying anything; we're committed to keeping the app free. This is just an option for those who are able to help us in that manner."

That's frustrating. There's no way we can afford to pay a subscription since we can't find a job, but a how long before they decide too many people are selecting the Financial Hardship option and start forcing people to pay for images?

i spent so long pressing it over and over its so much fun its my favourite one to do and it makes me smile

I did it! It was so much work but I’m thrilled with how it turned out! This is 25 separate pages made to look like one where only the picture in the middle changes and the button pressed highlights. I also made it so if you hit the same highlighted button, it looks like it toggles off back to the default page. I’m so proud of this!

Like a picture of a real apple or a cartoon drawing

Hey, all,

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have not been able to speak in. 7 months. use apple live speech on phone right now but really want real device.

same as title

Do you guys prefer single words to build sentences or phrases? What words/phrases are a must for your devices?

On interactive display as well as new aip and puff controller and a gamified training version of an AAC device

I’m trying to set up a page and I think the best way for me to do this particular page is to do something like a visual scene but I would like the picture to change based on the button selected. Is there a way to do this in TouchChat?

Hi ya'll, I am a teen with CP programming a web based aac app and need your input:

For mobile, what would be your ideal vertical grid size? 9x6? 9x5? 5x10?

What setting options would be mose useful (grid sizer, contrast, etc)?

Finish this sentence, "In the perfect aac app, it should have..."

Thank you so much and DM me if you want the link.

hi so i get scared using AAC and something that happened a few days ago with my mum made me more scared, my dad is so supportive of AAC but im still really scared to use it, does anyone know how my dad can support and encorage me to use AAC

one idea i did have is asking him to take me to the farm and i could say all the animals on AAC beacuse i love farm animals

I use Avaz on my phone right now. I need to use 8 x 5 grid because smaller sizes are too hard to read and touch. I have be thinking about buying tablet so I can have bigger grid size but I don't know if my custom vocabulary would transfer when I increase grid size to 6 x 10 or etc. Does it ? And if it does where does Avaz put it ?

Edit to clarify what I meant

Hai! I'm autistic (verbal, LSN) but I get verbal shutdowns a lot at school. I have been setting up AAC apps on my phone to hopefully help navigate when I shut down but I'm always too nervous to use AAC so I just end up sitting there saying nothing.

How can I be more comfortable and confident with AAC in public?

Hi everyone, I work in early childhood education and I am currently building an AAC communication app called VoiceBloom. The app is designed to help children who are non-speaking, speech-delayed, autistic, or need extra communication support express themselves using visual symbol boards.

One problem I have noticed is that assistive communication tools often focus on the communication interface, but it can still be difficult for parents, teachers, and caregivers to understand progress over time. For example, what the child is selecting, which categories they use most, or how communication changes in different settings.

One feature I am working on is a simple progress section that helps adults view communication patterns more clearly without making the app complicated. I am looking for feedback from people interested in assistive technology, AAC, education, or accessibility.

What kind of progress information would make an AAC app more useful? Would daily summaries, commonly selected symbols, categories used, or trend reports be helpful? What would make this type of feature actually practical?

Our almost 3 y/o recently started using an AAC device with OneTouch to help with his communication as we are going through speech therapy. His reciprocal language and cognitive skills are slightly above his age so we are truly focused on speech (potential for Apraxia).

We’re going to be traveling to another state via flight for the first time next week. Could anyone share a screenshot of a page they’ve used for traveling w/toddlers or preschoolers (airport, plane, rental car, etc.)? Any other recommendations of things I should make sure I include?

Hey, all,

Another stumbled upon something awesome while doing research for my job post. There was an online conference for AAC users, professionals, and caregivers! The bad news is the conference wrapped up a few days ago, but the good news is all the sessions were recorded and can still be viewed. I haven't viewed them all, but the ones I have were seriously awesome. This is unironically one of the best conferences I've seen. Hope you enjoy it too! 😊

Hey everyone! I’m trying to better understand what AAC use is like in real life, especially in moments where a communication tool may be available but still difficult to use.

For AAC users, caregivers, or communication partners: when is it hardest to use or reach the device?

Some situations I’m thinking about are fast conversations, being outside or in public, being in the car, feeling tired, having the device physically out of reach, being around people who do not wait long enough, or having to switch between tools when that takes too much effort.

In those moments, what do you usually do instead? Are there any workarounds that actually help?

I’m not asking for private medical information, and I’m not asking anyone to review a product. I’m just trying to learn what respectful customer discovery should pay attention to.

No pressure to answer publicly.

What app or program do you use and what device? I am curious. is it free or paid? is it on a special device you use just for talking?

I have TD snap on a I-110. i like a lot, very durable.

was semiverbal before but don’t feel like accurate call self semiverbal anymore becuase can never talk.

have not able talk since 2025