As a Speech Language Pathologist I would like to support the $7000 PRC device. The language system is based on years and years of research to provide individuals with a language system that works! The iPad apps DO NOT compare to this system. The iPads are not as durable, do not have the support system available to trouble shoot if there are problems or to help teach students how to communicate using them, are not loud enough to be heard in a noisy room, and on and on.... I had questions about the app this article addressed and it took several months for the developers to answer a few questions I submitted. I have had iPads have technical issues and cannot talk to tech support unless we purchase (we being a school with limited funds and families with limited resources) an extended warranty plan. The true communication devices from PRC have wonderful technical support systems in place and speech pathologists to provide training and ongoing support. Please research the topic thoroughly and consult with Speech Pathologists who are in the field dealing with the influx of iPads on a daily basis which are not "the answer" for all kids before forming an opinion on the matter.
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As a Speech Language Pathologist I would like to support the $7000 PRC device. The language system is based on years and years of research to provide individuals with a language system that works! The iPad apps DO NOT compare to this system. The iPads are not as durable, do not have the support system available to trouble shoot if there are problems or to help teach students how to communicate using them, are not loud enough to be heard in a noisy room, and on and on.... I had questions about the app this article addressed and it took several months for the developers to answer a few questions I submitted. I have had iPads have technical issues and cannot talk to tech support unless we purchase (we being a school with limited funds and families with limited resources) an extended warranty plan. The true communication devices from PRC have wonderful technical support systems in place and speech pathologists to provide training and ongoing support. Please research the topic thoroughly and consult with Speech Pathologists who are in the field dealing with the influx of iPads on a daily basis which are not "the answer" for all kids before forming an opinion on the matter.