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	Palmtop 3 Choose from hundreds of symbols, multiple voice options, and various interface methods to express yourself quickly and clearly. The small, sleek design and feature-rich Impact® communication software makes the Palm³ appropriate for augmented communicators of all ages.		Manufacturer: DynaVox www.dynavoxsys.com Approx. Price: $5,245
	iChat 3 All the basic features of the Palmtop3, but with fewer pre-installed communication configurations. More appropriate for individuals reliant on symbols for communication.		Manufacturer: DynaVox www.dynavoxsys.com Approx. Price: $2,200
	Mini-Auggie Touch-sensitive, built-in voice recording abilities, no external editing device is necessary. The weight is 1.2 pounds and battery life is all-day. Unlimited number of 'pages' with up to 25 pictures per page can be stored, jumped to, and retrieved.		Manufacturer: RJ Cooper & Associates www.rjcooper.com Approx. Price: $1,150
	Optimist A powerful AAC aid that is ideal for direct selection on its bright, all-light readable 8.4 inch touch screen or for scanning on its dynamic display. Three USB ports are provided for connections to computer peripherals and switch access for scanning.		Manufacturer: Zygo www.zygo-usa.com Approx. Price: $6,395
	Vantage Plus Vantage includes 4,8 and 15 location display options, plus the 45 and 84 location Unity Enhanced vocabulary. USB slot enables connection of a USB flash drive.		Manufacturer: Prentke-Romich www.pretnrom.com Approx. Price: $6,895
	Vanguard Plus All the features of the Vantage, but with a 12-inch screen. A display communication aid that features synthesized & digitized speech, computer emulation, and infrared environmental controls.		Manufacturer: Prentke-Romich www.pretnrom.com Approx. Price: $7,195
	V A highly customizable system that gives augmented communicators more flexibility and freedom. Customize page sets and access methods. Accelerate message composition. With Series 5 Software and InterAACT page sets. These page sets are organized in logical categories according to age and skill level, making core words and phrases easy to find.		Manufacturer: DynaVox www.dynavoxtech.com Approx. Price: $7, 645
	VMax Larger version of the V that is ideal for mounting. Easy-to-read screen, a water-resistant front surface, and a rugged outer shell. There’s also a large hard disk, and an impressive array of connector ports.		Manufacturer: DynaVox www.dynavoxtech.com Approx. Price: $8,245
		Tango Utilizes a language structure that provides quick access to topics and vocabulary. 2,500 pre-stored phrases. Built-in digital camera, voice morphing and bright, new icons.	Manufacturer: DynaVox www.dynavoxtech.com Approx. Price: $6,900