BT Speak
BT Speak is an innovative accessible computing device from Blazie Technologies, built specifically for blind and visually impaired individuals. It is designed to support independence across the classroom, workplace, and everyday life.
Key Features
- NLS BARD Integration: Browse, read, and download braille and audio books directly from the National Library Service.
- BT Towne: An interactive open-world social community game built for BT Speak users.
- Radio Tuner: Enhanced radio recording and playback capabilities.
- BT Code Editor: Announces indentation levels while coding, supporting accessibility in software development.
- LibreOffice Support: Open documents from the file browser or Google Drive.
- Remote Tech Support Utility: A built-in tool to facilitate remote assistance.
- History Feature for Input Fields: Improved usability for text entry.
Updates
BT Speak receives regular monthly software updates. Recent updates (February and March 2026) have introduced major enhancements to the radio tuner, BT Towne, NLS BARD access, and various UI improvements.
Community
Users can join the BT Speak public forum by emailing btspeak+subscribe@groups.io to connect with other users, share feedback, and get technical support.
Coming Soon
Blazie Technologies has announced upcoming BT Braille products in 20-cell and 40-cell models, with pre-order opportunities available.