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Beta Testing the All-New Android Version of Speech Central

A huge leap forward It’s finally here — the biggest transformation in Speech Central’s history is coming to Android. After a complete rewrite using Google’s latest Android development technologies, the new generation of Speech Central […]

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How Can You Get Speechify High-Quality AI Voices for Free?

Get Premium-Quality AI Voices for Free with Speech Central If you’ve been drawn to Speechify’s high-quality AI voices but don’t want to pay the $139/year subscription, you’re not alone. Many users wonder if there’s a […]

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Missing iPhone Voices? Restore Ava, Samantha & Other Favorites on iOS 17-18 and iOS 26

If you opened VoiceOver or tried to trigger Siri-style text-to-speech only to see your beloved Ava, Samantha, Alex, Daniel or other voices gone—don’t panic. “Missing iOS voices” is a surprisingly common search phrase because updates, […]

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Listen AI App Review: Why Users are Seeking Refunds & Better Alternatives

Have you recently downloaded Listen AI, only to discover its surprisingly high cost of $8/week ($416/year!) and limited features? You’re not alone. In this article, we’ll explain why many users are disappointed with Listen AI, […]

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Pocket Shutdown: The Best Pocket Alternative With Instapaper & Text-to-Speech Integration

Mozilla has announced the official Pocket shutdown on July 8, 2025. If you use Pocket to save, organize, and listen to articles, this news probably has you searching for a reliable Pocket alternative—especially one with […]

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ElevenReader Introduces $100/Year Subscription with Strict Limits—Speech Central Offers Unlimited Use for $10 Lifetime

ElevenReader’s New Pricing Shocks Users—Lower Price, Surprising Limits Initially popular for its high-quality AI voices and extended free period, ElevenReader has introduced its first paid subscription tier—$100/year “Plus”. While the lower-than-expected price might initially sound […]

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Looking for a Speechify Alternative for ADHD? Here’s Why Speech Central May Be a Better Fit

If you’re exploring Speechify ADHD alternatives, you’re not alone. As more people with ADHD seek digital tools to help them process content more efficiently, text-to-speech apps for iPhone, Mac, and other platforms are gaining momentum. […]

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Introducing the First ADHD and Dyslexia Profiles for Text-to-Speech iPhone App

Speech Central’s Groundbreaking Accessibility Milestone Speech Central has reached a significant milestone by becoming the first-ever text-to-speech (TTS) app to introduce dedicated accessibility profiles tailored explicitly for ADHD and dyslexia users. Available now on iPhone […]

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One iPhone Accessibility Setting That Makes Text-to-Speech Much Easier to Hear

If you use your iPhone’s text-to-speech feature regularly—whether for dyslexia support, speed-reading, or just to avoid reading on the go—you might’ve run into a common problem: the voice is too hard to hear in some […]

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watchOS 11 May Restrict Premium and Enhanced Voices for Third-Party Apps

If you’re a user who relies on advanced text-to-speech functionality on your Apple Watch, there’s an important development in watchOS 11 that you should be aware of. Based on current findings, it appears that Apple […]

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Is Speechify Using Its Own Voice Tech or Relying on ElevenLabs, Amazon Polly, or Others?

Speechify has rapidly become one of the most popular text-to-speech (TTS) apps, known for its high-quality, lifelike voices and multi-platform support. But what exactly powers Speechify’s AI voices? Is it building its own voice technology […]

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