BIG TalkingBrix
by AbleNet
Last verified July 29, 2026 · classified July 16, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · July 16, 2026
Three large single-message buttons that each record and play back up to 10 seconds of speech — press the button, hear the message. Each button (red, blue, green) has a clear snap-on cap where you can slip in a photo or symbol to label what it says, making this a natural fit for someone who needs a small, concrete set of quick-access phrases: a greeting, a request, a simple choice. The set is rechargeable and includes a record-lock feature so caregivers can lock in messages without worrying about accidental re-recording. These are complete, ready-to-use devices — no app, no pairing, no screen. The main constraint is capacity: 10 seconds per button with no way to add more messages without re-recording, so this works best as a targeted communication support rather than a broad vocabulary tool.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Insurance
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert a symbol or photo under each button's clear snap cap to label the message.
- Press and hold the record button, speak your phrase (up to 10 seconds), then release.
- Press the activation surface to play back the recorded message.
- Engage the record-lock switch to prevent accidental erasure.
- With professional help
- An SLP or ATP can help select the three highest-priority messages and choose appropriate symbols or photos for each button.
- Expect one short session (30–60 minutes) to configure initial vocabulary and train the user and communication partners.
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 AbleNet — view on vendor site; last verified July 29, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on July 16, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.