Caption Companion
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What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026
The Caption Companion is an 8-inch tablet that turns speech into on-screen captions in real time, using AI that runs on the device itself. It works without an account, a subscription, or an internet connection, and it handles 18 languages and dialects offline (81 with internet). A wireless lapel mic comes already paired and picks up speech from about 30 feet away. For the best accuracy, the speaker clips it to their shirt. A custom audio cable lets you caption sound from an outside source, like an FM or loop system. You can add your own words so it handles names and specialized terms better. This suits a Deaf or hard of hearing person in a classroom, meeting, or place of worship. Transcripts delete on their own after 24 hours unless you export them.
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
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- Addresses
- Platform
- Age range
- Complexity
- Setup with instructions
- Price
- $1,599.00
- Funding
- AT Act lending
- Insurance
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What setup looks like
- With a guide
- Charge the tablet, turn it on, and pick your captioning language. Add custom words for names or specialized terms you expect to hear.
- Clip the pre-paired lapel mic to the speaker's shirt and test a few sentences. Adjust the distance and placement until the captions look accurate.
- To caption an FM system, loop system, or other audio source, plug in the custom audio cable. Plan on about 30 minutes to get comfortable with all of it.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Diglo — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 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.