Abstract: A hand held device that captures information with the capability to read only the captured information, display only the captured information, or simultaneously read and display the captured information. The device includes text-to-voice technology, a flat-panel display, a computer processor, a headphone for private receipt of transmitted information, microphone to receive dictated information, and storage. The device enables blind and/or visual impaired persons to read information anytime and anywhere.

Abstract: A hand held device that captures information and provides the capability to read and/or display the information. The device enables blind and/or visual impaired persons to read print materials anytime, anywhere. The device includes a photoelement array to capture print information, text-to-voice-technology, a flat-panel display, a microphone for receiving dictated information, a computer processor, storage, and a headphone to listen to the transmission of captured information.