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[iOS] See Me Talk is an app for people with speech delays. It's on sale for $51.99. Save $10!

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[iOS] See Me Talk is an app for people with speech delays. It's on sale for $51.99. Save $10!
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Associatedseemetalkapp @ seemetalkapp.com on 26/05/2013 - 15:20 itunes.apple.com (166 clicks)
Last edited 26/05/2013 - 15:30 by 1 other user

Customer feedback:
"See Me Talk is a brilliant communication app for individuals with limited communication but also has application for early literacy development. It has ease of search function and is visually delightful. Sentence assembly is quick and loads of pics are available to choose from." - Jordan Speech Therapy

"I just learned about this great AAC app when it went on sale for free a couple weeks ago for autism awareness month, but after reviewing “See me Talk” I would gladly recommend the app even at its normal $60 price tag." - http://talktoterri.wordpress.com/

See Me Talk is a beautiful easy to use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app for those who have difficulty communicating effectively. It is based on a picture exchange system developed for people with speech delays to communicate their needs independently and effectively.

See Me Talk was developed by a Special Education Teacher with over 12 years experience, in consultation with Speech Pathologists and parents of children with speech delays, who saw a need for an app that was visually pleasing and easy to navigate. Additionally, the app was professionally designed by Robots & Pencils, an award winning company specializing in creating iOS apps and who's owner has a child with a speech delay. Through this collaborative team we have come up with a gorgeous app that is easy to use!

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  • Natt on 26/05/2013 - 15:31
    +15

    Perhaps you should think about a cut down trial version of this app. At that price parents are not going to be keen to buy it unless it works for their child. Which is a very individual thing for autistic children if I understand that right.

    • WhiteEvo6 on 26/05/2013 - 17:23
      +11

      Totally agree, as the parent of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder I would spend whatever it takes to help my son but most of these apps promise the world and deliver nothing let alone decent updates. Another app wants $200+. The government has finally coughed up funding for my son after 6 attempts to get it and even then they only pay till the child turns 7 as children apparently no longer have ASD after 7????

      That amount has to cover, speech therapy, the purchase of an iPad, etc the list goes on. Considering speech therapy alone costs $150 for 45mins $10 off for something I cannot even test is not money well spent.

      Sell it for $10 and you "might" (doubtful) start seeing some sales, like most of the other apps you seem to be in the business to take advantage of those that need your help the most. The right of speech is everyone's, not just those that can afford it.

      As maxixix said, you can get an entire operating system for less than this and install free speech apps on it, why is this so much more?

      • Maestrok on 26/05/2013 - 19:15

        Hi hotzone, the funding situation is all too familiar unfortunately. From what I can understand, it is not that they assume your child no longer has ASD, it is just that the funding needs to happen from another source… this also unfortunately means different criteria for eligibility and what not…which also means you may/may not get that funding. It is never easy but those criterias are essential to help with the limited amount of money available and what seems like a significant increase in needs. I am only (sorta) familiar with the funding system in Victoria so I can't explain what its like in other states. I know for example, that in NSW the education department don't even hire speech pathologists like they do in VIC.

    • Associatedseemetalkapp @ seemetalkapp.com on 26/05/2013 - 18:41

      Hi Natt,

      You are right, it is individual. This is why user reviews are so valuable to new developers like me.

      Thanks for your suggestion of a cut down version. It's definitely something I've considered and will have to work towards implementing.

  • jong on 26/05/2013 - 15:52
    +4

    Maybe send a couple of license keys to autism organisations? You'd do better with some reviews from people with actual websites.

    Also, maybe put the benefit it provides in the headline/description, because it kinda looks like a $50 soundboard to me.

    • Associatedseemetalkapp @ seemetalkapp.com on 26/05/2013 - 18:47
      +1

      I have sent keys to major sites but it's difficult to get their attention. Also, some sites actually charge to submit a review, which tends to mean you buy a positive review. I want real reviews from real people.

      • ElWircho on 26/05/2013 - 19:05
        +6

        YabbaYabbaBuh, the solution: send a free key to hotzone (above) to get a review in exchange. The intrawebs brings people together :)

        • Junkee on 26/05/2013 - 19:20

          Great idea, then you have a review from a legitimate customer, and no doubt hotzone would know other children with the same disabilities.

          So then they could try the one hotzone gets and if it works for them too then you will gain some paying customers.

          Win/ Win…. IF the app works that is =)

  • maxixix on 26/05/2013 - 16:04

    $51.99 you must be joking windows is cheaper.

  • bossmode on 26/05/2013 - 16:15

    Seeing this deal posted makes me wish I downloaded it when it was free: http://blog.al.com/bargain-mom/2013/04/see_me_talk_app_free_…

  • ChadHominem on 26/05/2013 - 16:39
    +2

    …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..thanks!

  • webtherapist on 26/05/2013 - 16:54

    Making profits 'too much' out of unfortunate people is …NEVER A GOOD SALES!

    • scrimshaw on 26/05/2013 - 17:26

      Making profits 'too much' out of unfortunate people is

      We live in a free market economy, the developers can charge whatever they want for their product. If you don't agree with their price there are always other alternatives…

      It's a bit sad that there doesn't seem to be a strong open source movements dedicated to developing mobile apps for disabled persons. Many commercial options tend to be too expensive and too simplistic — like this particular app.

      • retiredfeline on 26/05/2013 - 17:36

        It really requires an open source person with an interest to spearhead the development. It has been done with educational apps so it's not infeasible. Another possibility is crowdfunding.

    • Geewhizz on 27/05/2013 - 07:17

      Making profits 'too much' out of unfortunate people is …NEVER A GOOD SALES!

      Seriously, are you kidding? How many organisations out there are doing just that? Far too much money is spent in those organisations on everything BUT they people they're meant to serve.

      And if you think about it, pharmaceutical companies, prosthetic manufacturers etc etc, all make money out of 'unfortunate people'.

      The sad truth of the matter is, the vast majority of people likely to develop an app such as this are unlikely to do it out of the goodness of their hearts.

  • check on 26/05/2013 - 17:12

    Good to see an app for this. Useful.

    • UFO on 26/05/2013 - 17:44
      +3

      If it works as claimed.

      There's a lot of arses out there looking to make a quick buck at the expense of those desperate for a solution to their problems.

      I got no problem with the price of the app… IF it works.

      And ONE solitary review on iTunes doesnt give me that much confidence.
      Previous suggestions of going through recognised organisations to build up a support base would be more credible than offering $10 off an unknown product. May as well offer 50% off! It's still a risk until peers review it for what it is.

      • Maestrok on 26/05/2013 - 19:07
        +1

        The app works as it should (an AAC)…but as Natt mentioned above, how effective it is will vary with every child/person. Sometimes it really is a trial and error procedure unfortunately.

        Considering the amount of "therapies" and "programs" out there, your best bet is to get PROFESSIONAL advice before purchasing any app. So get your child's speech pathologist/occupational therapist/teacher to advise you best on these matters so you can get the right one for you. Most professionals have a budget to purchase these apps for their work purposes.

        I agree there are a lot of people out there that try to make a quick buck (think oro-motor exercises for childhood apraxia of speech…many 'programs' and materials out there but absolutely no evidence for the use of it).

        Its not just apps…it is the same with every 'alternative' therapy around. Take Applied Kinesiology for example….people still do it…maybe its something to do with desperation..who knows..at the end of the day…it is up to each family to make the right decision based on the information they have at hand…of course one should always get second opinions and objective opinions too.

  • Maestrok on 26/05/2013 - 19:18

    Oh and just a note to seemetalkapp. A ~16% discount on an app rarely cuts it as a bargain here. Especially one with what some people might consider as high starting price.

  • cbpeh1 on 26/05/2013 - 20:49

    this does not seem to type of thing one would post on ozbargain.

  • AJW on 26/05/2013 - 21:03
    +1

    Agree with all these comments. $60 might be fair in the scheme of things, especially those of use that have kids with speech/communication difficulties. My daughter uses Proloquo2go (try saying that 5 times fast) and it cost over $200 about 18 months ago, as well as then buying the ipod to use it on. We had trialled it at school and the ILC WA and then went ahead, but as there are so many programs out there I would not be buying the full version just to try them.

    A cut down version with limited words/trial period would be very helpful, unless you supply the ed support schools and independant living centres for loan/trial purposes.

    I'm interested in any aac but not without testing before buying….

  • Natt on 26/05/2013 - 21:31
    +2

    That's the point really it's not an unreasonable price for something that has had a lot of professional effort put in it, if it works and continues to be upgraded. But with only one review and no ability to try it before buying it's it's unlikely to get many takers.

    • Geewhizz on 27/05/2013 - 07:19

      Good point - a free trial might be appropriate, OP?

  • Associatedseemetalkapp @ seemetalkapp.com on 27/05/2013 - 08:29

    Thanks for the awesome constructive feedback! I really appreciate it!

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