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> The notepad feature allows users to type, or use pre-written phrases to display text to others who don't know ASL. It's super unique to where it allows the De
by RheingoldRiver 4y ago
> The notepad feature allows users to type, or use pre-written phrases to display text to others who don't know ASL. It's super unique to where it allows the Deaf user to dictate the text through active audio and video calls!
I'm really interested in this feature - I have no hearing impairment, but with most colds, I get extremely long-lasting & severe laryngitis to the point where I'm effectively mute for a month at a time afterwards (though this hasn't been an issue since the pandemic started because I've been in isolation and not gotten sick). Prior to the pandemic I was actually considering learning some ASL to be able to communicate when I have laryngitis but this seems like a much easier solution. For phone calls, I could have a brief preset message explaining the situation and that I will be typing my responses and using TTS, and then I'm able to use the phone again. This looks fantastic!
Are you planning to release an android version?
- saamerm 4y agoThank you so much for your comment! Yes, that functionality is meant for people who aren't comfortable speaking or just mute. It would work perfectly for your case too! We want to release an android version asap, we just need more early access/Beta sign ups to the form on our website. Since this is all open-source voluntary for now, it's a huge investment of time and effort