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Activate a Speech App Subscription
Some speech apps have a yearly subscription. Follow these steps to activate yours!
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Create a Dedicated QuickTalker Freestyle Apple Account
Each device needs its own Apple Account and its own iCloud email address. Follow these steps to create them.
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Find Your Device’s Serial Number
Find your device's serial number either in settings or printed on your device.
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Force Restart Your Device
Force restart a device when it's unresponsive by following these instructions.
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Restore or Import a Speech App Backup
You've backed up your speech app, now it's time to restore it.
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Back Up Your Speech App to Dropbox
Use Dropbox to backup your speech app regularly to protect a user's vocabulary!
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Change or Remove a Speech App
Use the QTF Manager App to Change, Remove, or Add a speech app to your QuickTalker Freestyle.
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Set Up the QTF Manager App
Open the QTF Manager app and set up your device code!
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Turn On Guided Access
Guided access keeps your speech app right where you need it.
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Extend Your Device's Battery Life
Take these steps to make sure your device's battery lasts the whole day.
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Manage Your Trusted Phone Numbers
Change or add a trusted phone number associated with your dedicated Apple Account.
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Request Ongoing Wi-Fi Access From Your District's IT Department
Send a request to your school district's IT department for unrestricted access for your device.
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Turn On Find My iPad
Turn on Find My to keep your device trackable in case it gets lost or stolen.
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Locate Your Device With Find My
Use the Find My app or iCloud Find Devices to locate a missing or stolen QuickTalker Freestyle.
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Connect Your Device to Wi-Fi
Use these steps anytime to find your Wi-Fi settings!
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Set Up a Passcode and Touch ID
A passcode and Touch ID keeps your device secure. Follow these steps for set up.
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Connect a Bluetooth Speaker
Connect a Bluetooth speaker to your QuickTalker Freestyle for louder sound.
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Update the Operating System
Update your device's iOS by connecting to Wi-Fi.
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Recycle Your Device
Recycle an older, inactive device for free at Apple or drop it off at Best Buy.
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Record Your Screen With Your Voice
Learn how to record your screen with a voiceover on the QuickTalker Freestyle.
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Set Up Personal Voice
Set up Personal Voice so that your device speaks in a familiar voice like a parent, sibling, or close friend.
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Add an AssistiveTouch Virtual Home Button
Add a virtual home button to your device using AssistiveTouch!
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Turn On and Adjust Hold Duration
Prevent accidental selections by enabling hold duration!
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Turn Off Orientation Lock
Allow your screen to rotate when you rotate the device by turning off Orientation Lock.
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Change Your Device Wallpaper
Personalize the QuickTalker Freestyle by adding a quickBACKGROUND!
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Change the Date and Time
Learn how to manually adjust the date and time on your device.
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Take a Screenshot
Learn how to take a screenshot on your QuickTalker Freestyle!
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Share a Screenshot or Photo
Share a screenshot of your device with ableCARE or an SLP.
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Turn On Windowed Apps
As of iPadOS 26, you can turn on Windowed apps so they open in smaller windows instead of fullscreen.
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Clean and Disinfect Your Device
Clean your device to keep it working smoothly and disinfect it to stop the spread of germs with these tips.
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Check Your Device's Management Status
Check to see if your device is managed by AbleNet or if it's unlocked for your use.
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Update Your Speech App From the App Store
Follow these steps to update the speech app from the App Store for unmanaged devices.
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Back Up Your Photos and Videos
Back up your QuickTalker Freestyle's photos and videos following these steps using Dropbox or iCloud.
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Manage Users in QTF Manager App
Add, edit, remove, or change a user's manager code in the QTF Manager app.
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Remove or Reinstall the QTF Manager App
Remove the QTF Manager App by following these steps and request reinstall by submitting a form!
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Set Up Blue2 FT With Your Speech App
In-app switch scanning for select speech apps is a breeze with Blue2 FT!
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Create a Child Apple Account
Device users in Texas under the age of 18 need to create a Child Apple Account due to ASAA restrictions.
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Approve a Speech App Download or In-App Purchase
For minors in ASAA states, app downloads and in-app purchases must be approved by a parent account.
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Make an In-App Purchase
Buy add-ons for your speech app through AbleNet!
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Get Automatic Speech App Updates
AbleNet managed devices receive automatic speech app updates as long as it's connected to Wi-Fi.
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Update the SCEP Certificate
The SCEP security certificate needs to be updated every two years. It will update while you're connected to Wi-Fi.
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Wipe Your Device
Factory reset your device by following these steps.
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Access Device Settings
The utilities folder contains your settings app, photos and camera apps, Dropbox, and more!
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Turn On Eye Tracking
Turn on iOS Eye Gaze as an alternative access method for device users.
