Changelog

✨ Initial Release

BoardSpeak launches as a free, private letterboard for non-verbal communicators.

🎯 Core Features

• Letter groups (A–E, F–J, K–O, P–T, U–Z) with individual letter selection
• Customizable quick phrases (chips) for common responses
• Adaptive word prediction that learns from your vocabulary
• Text-to-speech with device voice selection
• Message history (Saved and Recent)
• Full-screen message display for communication partners

♿ Accessibility

• Dwell mode (eye-gaze compatible)
• Single-switch scan mode
• Multiple high-contrast themes
• Dyslexia-friendly font options (OpenDyslexic, Atkinson Hyperlegible)
• Adjustable text size (85–140%)
• Speak-as-you-type
• Reduce motion option
• Sound cues for dwell and scan
• Voice speed and pitch customization

🔒 Privacy

• Zero data collection — no server storage
• No accounts or login required
• No analytics or tracking
• All data stored locally on user's device
• Works offline using device text-to-speech

📱 Cross-Platform

• Works on all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Mobile-responsive design for phones and tablets
• Add-to-home-screen support
• iOS and Android compatible

🎨 Customization

• Multiple color themes (Warm, Cool, Neutral, Dark, High Contrast)
• Editable quick phrases with up to 40 characters
• Word prediction that learns from use, with reset option
• Preset configurations (Classic and Enhanced)

🌐 Website

• Landing page introducing BoardSpeak
• User guide with sidebar navigation
• FAQ with common questions and answers
• Proprietary license terms page
• Terms of service
• WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant website

📋 Known Limitations

• Text-to-speech quality depends on device voices
• Eye-tracking performance varies by hardware

🔮 Under Consideration

• Video tutorials and demo content
• Multi-language support
• Additional voice options
• Improved word prediction
• Integration with AAC platforms

Feature requests welcome. Email boardspeak@proton.me.