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DEAN is an OS-DPI based AAC system. Try the live demo below to select Moves, browse Extensions, and explore AI-supported responses.
How to Use the Demo
Note: This demo does not work well on phones. For the best experience, please use a tablet or computer. This demo also does not work in all versions of Safari, so please use another browser if you run into issues.
- 🔴 Choose a Move: Click any colored button to select a conversational move.
- 🟤 Browse Extensions: Use the brown arrows in the top-left corner to move through Extension choices.
- 🎙️ Enable Speech: Click ASR On/Off in the bottom-right corner to turn speech recognition on or off.
- 🟢 Start Talking: When the mic icon appears in the top-right corner, speak naturally.
- 🔵 Browse AI Responses: Use the blue arrows below the AI response displays to scroll through suggestions.
- ✅ Make a Selection: Choose a Move, Extension, or AI response from the displays on the right to use it.
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