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Software that converts text to voice is readily available and can be easily used to read out Wikipedia pages on-the-fly. See screen reader. The web-based Pediaphon service uses speech synthesis to generate MP3 audio files and podcasts of Wikipedia articles in different languages. Note that it is highly discouraged to use this software for ...
FreeTTS is an open source speech synthesis system written entirely in the Java programming language.It is based upon Flite.FreeTTS is an implementation of Sun's Java Speech API.
eSpeak is a free and open-source, cross-platform, compact, software speech synthesizer.It uses a formant synthesis method, providing many languages in a relatively small file size. eSpeakNG (Next Generation) is a continuation of the original developer's project with more feedback from native speakers.
Speechify is a mobile, Chrome extension and desktop app that reads text aloud using a computer-generated text to speech voice. [1] [2] [3]The app also uses optical character recognition technology to turn physical books or printed text into audio which can be played in your own voice or in that of a celebrity.
Job Access With Speech (JAWS) is a computer screen reader program for Microsoft Windows that allows blind and visually impaired users to read the screen either with a text-to-speech output or by a refreshable Braille display. JAWS is produced by the Blind and Low Vision Group of Freedom Scientific.
BrowseAloud is assistive technology software that adds text-to-speech functionality to websites. [1] It is designed by Texthelp Ltd, a Northern Ireland–based company that specialises in the design of assistive technology. BrowseAloud adds speech and reading support tools to online content to extend the reach of websites for people who require ...
Speech Recognition & Synthesis, formerly known as Speech Services, [3] is a screen reader application developed by Google for its Android operating system. It powers applications to read aloud (speak) the text on the screen, with support for many languages.
Some programs can use plug-ins, extensions or add-ons to read text aloud. Third-party programs are available that can read text from the system clipboard. Microsoft Speech Server is a server-based package for voice synthesis and recognition. It is designed for network use with web applications and call centers.