Prodigi Connect 12 Second Generation Has Arrived!
We are thrilled to re-introduce Prodigi Connect 12 Portable Magnifier Second Generation, one of the most powerful and portable OCR digital portable magnifiers on the market for people with vision loss. The arrival of the second generation of Connect 12, brings with it the highly portable digital magnifier and a 12-inch tablet with an open Android platform – with desktop and distance viewing.
The new features are superior with it’s the ease of use and integration for access to documents, apps, books, newspapers, or magazines all from the online library and significant enhancements.
Smarter and more connected
With the second generation of Connect 12, it’s even smarter and more connected than all other low vision products and is the next evolution of the most advanced digital magnifier in the product line. The combined portability, precise customization to all visual conditions, wireless distance viewing – all offered by a 12-inch Android tablet – make Connect 12 second generation the preferred digital magnifier for students.
Ease of use and convenience
The enhanced simple to use interface allows students with vision loss to find all the information in one place. From the main screen, it’s easier than ever to select the right magnification for reviewing printed documents and reading a book or magazine. The new calculator app is built into the interface and allows the user to change the settings naturally. With basic gestures – read, magnify, adjust contract and more!
New book application
With the new software update, Connect 12-second generation the new integrated Books app provides access to one of the largest online book libraries through Bookshare to access thousands of books, magazines, and newsletters easily on your portable wireless tablet.
A powerful tool for low vision users
As in the previous Connect 12, this second generation provides perfect Diamond-Edge text with multiple captures and exceptional processing speeds, allowing magnification up to 80x with perfect clarity and the highest resolution. With this second generation, low vision users can choose from three efficient reading modes – page, column or line. The Connect 12 also offers optional speech output on documents and menus with the specific purpose of reducing eye fatigue.
Distance viewing and portability
The large portable 12-inch full HD touchscreen provides a long-lasting 8-hour battery. The wireless distance viewing camera with up to 40x live magnification and a capture function fully integrated into the software which helps the low vision user view everything like never before. The additional connectivity, interactivity, and portability make the Connect 12 one of the most powerful and user-friendly tools available for low vision students or anyone with vision loss.
Instantly connect with the world
Android access allows the user to easily connect to the internet with the selection of a single app. This is ideal for students with vision loss who can now enjoy free and open access to pre-installed apps such as: Google Docs, Drive, Gmail, Google+, Hangouts, and Google Chrome. Enjoy smartboard connectivity with Promethean, TeamViewer or VNC along with adaptive apps such as: BookShare, BARD, and Pyxima, makes this more than just a portable digital magnifier.
Prodigi Version 4.4.0 Now Available!
We are pleased to announce the release of Prodigi 4.4.0 software for both the Reveal 16i and the Prodigi Connect 12, available as a free update you can download and install right now! Discover the three most important highlights of this software update!
The integration of the Dolphin Easy Reader in Prodigi. This helpful application will enable users to enjoy Bookshare and dozens of other International libraries such as RNIB, CELA, etc. providing access to millions of e-books, digital talking books, newspapers, and magazines from around the world. <Click here to view the video>
Quick access to the front facing camera within the Magnifying app for self grooming or for a quick selfie! This new feature is also coupled with the ability to disable OCR on captures. <Click here to view the video>
This new enhancement will certainly appeal to users who like shortcuts and save time! Directly from Prodigi, you may now toggle to any application of your choice just by swiping across the screen. Need to access Chrome and Google Sheets often? It is now possible with just a few swipes! <Click here to view the video>
Have you seen the new Bluetooth Mini Keyboard designed for the Prodigi Connect 12? <Click here to learn more about the mini keyboard.>
<Click here to learn about the new features added to the Prodigi™ software>
Prodigi Version 4.6 is Here!
We are happy to announce multiple new features have been added to the Prodigi software (version 4.6) for use with the Connect 12 and Reveal 16i.
“Go to Page” functionality for books with table of contents and/or pagination
You can now navigate to any page of a downloaded book that has a linked table of contents or page numbers included.
- Download a book
- Open the book
- At the far-right end of the button banner, the “Go to Page” icon will appear
- Click on the icon to choose table of contents or page number
- If available, a list will be presented; if not available, a message will be provided
- A video showing this feature is available: “Click here to go to the video”
Annotate a book
Books can now be marked up with three types of annotations (written mark-up, highlights, and text notes) when opened.
- Click on the pen icon from the button banner
- Options to select a pen, eraser, color palette, and line thickness will appear
- Choose the pen to create handwritten annotations using your finger or stylus
- Choose the eraser to clean up an errant mark-up
- Hit the Return icon to exit Annotation mode
- Note: Repeat taps on the pen icon to reach highlighter and text note tools.
<Click here to go to the video detailing “Book Annotations”>
Add Bookmarks to books and audio books
You may now insert, name/rename, navigate, and delete bookmarks in books/audio books. In books, bookmarks can be placed in page, column, or line reading modes.
- Open a book
- A Bookmark icon will appear in the top right corner of the screen
- Click on the icon when you wish to place a bookmark
- It will be inserted at the point where reading has stopped
- You can name it as you wish up to 40 characters
- After creation, you can click on the Bookmark icon to navigate, rename, or delete
<Click here to watch the Bookmarks video to learn how this new tool works.>
Usage Metrics
A feature to send anonymized Prodigi usage data has been added to help us understand how the software is being used and to inform future development. Users can opt in/out of this important functionality. Data like text-to-speech and optical character recognition language, selected user interface, or contrast colors used are submitted anonymously.
Updated Desmos calculator API
Desmos has been updated to latest v1.6. Two key features:
- Applies embedded font sizes in calculator settings
- Use’s Prodigi color schemes when selected
Reveal 16i only
Prodigi software will now allow you to connect the PixPro camera for use as an additional distance camera remote to the Reveal 16i.
- Turn the camera on
- Go into Prodigi > Settings > System > WiFi
- Choose the camera and input its password
- A Distance icon will now appear in the Carousel to use the camera
Product Manual
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