PenFriend III Voice Labeling System
by RNIB
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What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026
The PenFriend III is a pen-shaped recorder that lets you attach your own spoken label to nearly anything. You record a message, stick a special adhesive label on the item, and then touch the pen tip to the label to hear the recording. It works without a computer and has four buttons in a simple pattern, so it suits someone who can't read printed labels on food, clothing, paperwork, or media. Beyond labeling, it can play MP3 files and talking books, and it can double as a portable note taker. Standard labels aren't washable, so clothing that goes through the washing machine needs the special machine-washable labels sold separately.
Getting it
Try before you buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to get it
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Details
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- Type
- Addresses
- Platform
- Age range
- Complexity
- Ready to use
- Price
- $159.95
- Funding
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What setup looks like
- Out of the box
- Put in the two AAA batteries that come with it, then record a short message using the four buttons.
- Stick one of the included labels on the item, and touch the pen tip to it to hear your message played back.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 4, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.