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IcedTeaRulz

Let me say again, thanks for polls and posts! I enjoyed reading their posts. Keep going to post, poll, and discuss if u like!

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Sorenson Communications Announces Text-to-Speech IP Relay Service for Both Mobile Device and PC Users

Latest Free Relay Service Enables 28 Million Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Callers to Place Text-Based Calls from Mobile Devices and Personal Computers

SALT LAKE CITY (September 13, 2005) - Sorenson Communications™ today announced the immediate availability of Sorenson IP Relay™ (siprelay), a free service that enables deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to place text-to-speech relay calls through either a mobile device or personal computer connecting them with any hearing telephone user in the U.S. and its territories.

Sorenson IP Relay allows deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to place text-to-speech relay calls from their mobile device (i.e., Sidekick, BlackBerry®, Treo™ and similar devices) or a personal computer to any standard telephone user in the United States. Relay users simply instant message the AIM screen name "siprelay" or log on to www.siprelay.com to place a call. A Sorenson Communications Assistant (CA) contacts the hearing telephone user and voices the text message sent by the text relay user.

One of the unique features of this service is the way that the Sorenson IP Relay CAs facilitate relay calls. The trained CAs can easily adapt to caller requests to streamline text-based relay communication by replacing cumbersome TTY commands "GA" (Go Ahead) and "SK" (Stop Keying) with the "Enter" key. Many callers prefer using the "Enter" key to speed up the flow of conversation.

"Sorenson IP Relay is invaluable to me," said Jeff Pollock, a deaf instructor at the University of Utah and a beta user of Sorenson IP Relay. "The service allows me to seamlessly communicate often complex messages from wherever I am, on or away from campus. It enables me to communicate on the run with multiple departments, order a book at the library or the bookstore, or order lunch from my car.

Sorenson Communications already offers the free Sorenson Video Relay Service (VRS). Sorenson IP Relay now provides another option for the deaf community, with whom instant messaging on mobile devices and personal computers is already widespread. Additionally, Sorenson IP Relay is a welcome new service for many hard-of-hearing individuals who do not use American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate.

"At Sorenson Communications, we are dedicated to offering a full suite of communication services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community," said James Lee Sorenson, CEO of Sorenson Communications. "The launch of this new relay service is the result of our company-wide efforts to develop the latest cutting-edge technology for individuals who may not be able to use or have immediate access to our video relay service. Additionally, Sorenson IP Relay gives mobile users the freedom-whether they are in the airport or at the shopping mall-to call hearing individuals anywhere in the U.S."

About Sorenson Communications
Sorenson Communications, Inc. (www.sorenson.com) is a provider of industry-leading communication offerings including the Sorenson Video Relay Service (VRS), Sorenson IP Relay (siprelay), and the Sorenson videophones. Sorenson VRS enables deaf callers to conduct video relay conversations through a qualified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. Sorenson IP Relay allows users to place text-based relay calls from either a mobile device or personal computer to any telephone user. The company's line of Sorenson videophones are the only customized videophones with auto-updating technology, which include the latest video communication features for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

IcedTeaRulz

For release: 9-19-2005


Sorenson Communications Donates Sorenson VP-100 Videophones to Assist Deaf Katrina Victims; Matches Employee Contributions to Red Cross Effort
Sorenson Communications' American Sign Language Interpreters Also Volunteer Time and Talents to Disaster Relief Efforts

SALT LAKE CITY (September 19, 2005) - Sorenson Communications™, the nation's leading provider of video relay services (VRS) and equipment for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, today announced that the company has donated Sorenson VP-100® videophones to serve the communication needs of deaf survivors of Hurricane Katrina and is matching employee contributions to the Red Cross relief effort.

The Sorenson VP-100 videophones were installed in many key locations in close proximity to Katrina survivors including in Baton Rouge at the Louisiana School for the Deaf and the Disaster Relief Area at the Catholic Deaf Center, at KellyUSA in San Antonio, and at the Austin Convention Center. Organizations wishing to obtain a free Sorenson VP-100 videophone for use by deaf victims of Katrina can contact Sorenson Communications by e-mail at katrina@sorenson.com.

"The Sorenson VP-100 videophones are the preferred method of communication for a significant majority of deaf individuals in the U.S., said Rebecca Smith, southern regional interpreting director for Sorenson Communications. "Using these videophones, deaf individuals are able to place point-to-point calls to other individuals who use sign language and video relay calls through Sorenson VRS to hearing family members, friends, business colleagues, and support service providers."

Sorenson Communications is also providing significant local support for Katrina survivors, including donating on-site interpreting services. The company has a strong presence in the Gulf region with interpreting centers in Baton Rouge, Houston, Austin, and Dallas/Fort Worth. Many Sorenson Communications interpreters from these and other centers are also volunteering their time to provide in-person interpreting services for deaf evacuees in shelters and other locations to obtain needed information and support.

In addition, Sorenson Communications' employees are contributing a portion of their salaries to the Red Cross hurricane relief fund. The company is matching these funds, doubling the total contribution to the Red Cross.

"We commend the efforts of the many wonderful Sorenson Communications employees who are volunteering so much of their time, talent, and resources to improve the lives of survivors of Hurricane Katrina," said James Lee Sorenson, CEO of Sorenson Communications. "All of us at Sorenson Communications are fully committed to providing continuing support to those affected by this disaster, as they courageously work to rebuild their lives."

About Sorenson Communications

Sorenson Communications (www.sorenson.com) is a provider of industry-leading communication offerings including the Sorenson Video Relay Service (VRS), Sorenson IP Relay (siprelay), and the Sorenson videophones. Sorenson VRS enables deaf and hard-of-hearing callers to conduct video relay conversations through a qualified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. Sorenson IP Relay allows users to place text-based relay calls from either a mobile device or a PC to any telephone user. The company's line of Sorenson videophones are the only customized videophones with auto-updating technology, which include the latest video communication features for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

RichardDeaf

Do you have IP or URL for calling Sorenson VRS using webcam with Viable application?

diehardbiker

call.svrs.tv

Calvin

yea I have Sorenson VP and am satisfied with it

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Jclarke

I don't think SVRS will work with the Viable Vision on the computer, some companies can be strict with other companies so I have read some sources around the forum here.

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Cheri

I have Sorenson VP-200 and I like it a lot. I've chatted with some ADers with my VP-200. It has been fun.

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RichardDeaf

Thanks!

RichardDeaf

I just noticed this just now, it should works since it using standard H.323 protocol. I hope Viable is not blocking because they don't want their customer calling other VRS companies?? If thats true, that would be in violation of FCC rules. I need to do some more testing later on today.

Jclarke

There is always a way to trick them, but I don't know what the tricks would be, do you?

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soph51

i was told that the broadbands in australia is not as fast as in USA...i talked to a Mr. Lance Hatly.....he worked for.....i cant remember something to do with ttys and relays in melbourne...

Jclarke

Hahahaha! Nice try, I have ADSL 2 High Speed Internet, and it is the fastest in Australia. Where did you hear that from, I bet it was few years back

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dbarovian

Almost deaf people need Real Ten Digit Numbers that allow consumers to call each other across any device including the Ojo Video Phone, a D-Link i2Eye, PC or MAC computers or any new video phone device that may be available to them, without having to use each other’s IP address which may be subject to frequent change. We still wait to hear from FCC rules approval this year.

Jclarke

I hope it would work for international VP users, such as myself.

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