Milestone 312 Ace
by Bones
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
The Milestone 312 Ace is a small, pocket-sized audio and DAISY book player designed for people who are blind or have low vision who want to read and listen to books independently. It plays DAISY talking books (the accessible format used by libraries for the blind), NLS downloads, Audible audiobooks, and standard audio files, and it also reads plain text files aloud using built-in text-to-speech. This is a complete, self-contained device — no smartphone or additional hardware required — and it includes 12GB of internal storage plus an SD card slot for expansion. One real limitation to know upfront: battery life is rated at 15 hours with headphones, but the built-in speaker will drain it faster, and the device is not well-known in the US market, so local support and repair options may be harder to find than with established brands like HumanWare or APH.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert headphones or use the built-in speaker and press play to access any preloaded content.
- Use the 6-button interface to navigate menus and control playback — no configuration needed for basic use.
- With a guide
- Connect to a PC via included USB cable to transfer DAISY books, MP3s, or text files from your computer.
- Register for NLS or Audible to download additional accessible book content to the device.
- Adjust text-to-speech speed and voice settings using the onboard menu — allow 20-30 minutes to explore settings with the user guide. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
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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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Bones — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.