Abstract: A handheld device for translation of digital content on a display into tactile feedback includes: a body shaped to be substantially grasped by a user; a microcontroller located on the handheld device; a communications module in electronic communication with the microcontroller; a first braille cell comprising a plurality of movable individual braille elements, the individual braille elements collectively capable of forming braille alphabet letters; and a motion sensor for detecting movement of the handheld device relative to a surface. The microcontroller receives a command via the communications module to create a first braille character corresponding to a first character shown on a first row of characters on the display and wherein a second braille character is created on the first braille cell in response to detected movement of the handheld device.