Amplio Talking Book
Amplio offers open and innovative information and communications technologies (ICT) to amplify program reach and knowledge sharing for hard-to-reach communities.
Amplio Talking Book
The Amplio Talking Book is a rugged, battery-powered audio device designed for users with low literacy skills. With the Talking Book, you can deliver hours of content in any language, with multiple topics and playlists. Users can select play messages on demand and record their feedback. A built-in speaker allows families and groups to listen and learn together. There's no cost to the end user.
Talking Books collect usage data and user feedback, so you can monitor community engagement, identify issues and trends, and continually update your content or program for greater impact.
Watch a Talking Book demo
Watch a product demo to learn about Talking Book features and functions.
Designed with the user
The Amplio Talking Book was designed with and for low-literate people in rural, remote, and off-grid communities. It uses audio prompts and visual icons to guide the user. Each icon is embossed with a dot for the visually impaired.
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Additional features:
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​USB port for smartphone updates
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Silicon band for more durability
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Auxiliary port for headphones
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Flexible power options:
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Includes a rechargeable battery and also works with AA or D batteries
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Recharge with grid or solar power
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Connect to rechargeable outdoor speaker
"After we did a quick Talking Book demo, young people were surprised to see even a 90-year-old woman pick up a device and turn it on."
Constance Teague, Land Tenure Specialist, Landesa
Supporting tools and software
In 2021, we launched a suite of self-service products to help our partners more easily and cost-effectively launch and run their programs. The Amplio Suite includes an audio content manager, an app to update Talking Books in the field, and an interactive dashboard.
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You can also access our learning portal with self-paced lessons and job aids.