Speech Central – Voice Reader

Speech Central is built for focused, serious reading — across PDFs, web articles, books, and documents.

Designed for productivity and accessibility, it combines powerful controls, deep customization, and seamless integration across Apple devices.

No subscription. A one-time upgrade unlocks unlimited use. Free access is available for blind users with VoiceOver and for schools deploying the app through Apple School Manager.

READING WITHOUT DISTRACTIONS

Optimized PDF & Web Reading

• Accurate reading order and navigation

• Optional cleanup to reduce distractions such as headers, footnotes, citations, and links

• RSS support and easy sharing from Safari and other apps

Broad Document Support

• PDF (including scanned PDFs with two-column layout)

• EPUB

• Word (.docx)

• PowerPoint (.pptx)

• OpenOffice formats

• HTML, TXT, RTF, Markdown, and more

VOICES: OFFLINE AND CLOUD AI

• Use high-quality Apple system voices offline

• Connect cloud AI voices (OpenAI-compatible APIs, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, xAI) using your own API keys

• Proprietary enhancement layer improves realism and streaming playback

• Optional AI summarization tools help you review content more efficiently

BUILT FOR THE APPLE ECOSYSTEM

• Sync reading position and playlists across iPhone, iPad, and Mac

• CarPlay support for listening and control in your vehicle

• Independent Apple Watch app — listen without your iPhone nearby

• Optional Health integration to track mindful listening time

ACCESSIBILITY FIRST

• Dedicated profiles for ADHD, dyslexia, and low vision

• Interface and reading behavior adapt for reduced distraction and improved comprehension

• Fully accessible with VoiceOver

STUDY & KNOWLEDGE TOOLS

• Annotate while reading

• Export annotated text to .docx

• Export text to audio files for offline listening

PRIVACY BY DESIGN

• No ads

• No tracking

• No usage analytics

WHO USES SPEECH CENTRAL

• Students and researchers

• Professionals converting reading into listening time

• Users who rely on assistive reading tools

• Anyone who prefers distraction-reduced, hands-free reading

Notes:

- Free version limited by the number of daily articles; unlimited access available with Pro upgrade.

- Some features require the latest OS version.

- License is valid only on iOS/watchOS; separate licenses required for other platforms.

- DRM-protected books (e.g. Kindle) are incompatible.

- AI features may occasionally perform unexpectedly.