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We create assistive technology for people with speech difficulties, supporting communication and independence.

Our clinicians help you find, trial and set up the right AAC solution for you, including speech-generating devices, software and access methods.

08/10/2026

AI in AAC: Discover what's possible

Join Agosci Inc and Zyteq for a FREE webinar to see what artificial intelligence (AI) is making possible in AAC today:

• Easier, faster and more personalised communication
• Real-world stories and practical examples from Grid
• Explore what AI could mean for people who use AAC and those who support them
• Presented by Zyteq’s clinical team

📆 When: Thursday 26 November 2026
📍 Where: Online via Zoom
⏰ Duration: 1 hour webinar, followed by up to 30 minutes for Q&A and demonstrations

Start time:

VIC/NSW: 6.30 pm AEDT
QLD: 5.30 pm AEST
SA: 6.00 pm ACDT
NT: 5.00 pm ACST
WA: 3.30 pm AWST

REGISTER NOW:
https://www.agosci.org.au/index.cfm?module=event&pagemode=indiv&page_id=7201305

07/10/2026

From facial expressions and gestures to communication books, symbols, apps and speech-generating devices, AAC can take many different forms, and you might already be using some without realising it.

There’s a lot to learn when you first enter the world of AAC, so we’re breaking down some of the basics.

Swipe through for an introduction to unaided and aided AAC, electronic and non-electronic options, multimodal communication and why the person using AAC should always be at the centre of the choices we make.

Save this one for later or share it with someone who’s new to AAC.

Learn more in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/the-a-z-of-aac-terminology-you-need-to-know

06/10/2026

Finding the right AAC vocabulary can make all the difference.

That's why Grid for iPad includes a range of vocabularies to support different communication styles, goals and changing needs – all in one app.

Whether you communicate with symbols, text, or a combination of both, Grid is designed to grow with you.

Learn more about our upcoming Grid for iPad sale in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/grid-for-ipad-50-off-app-sale-october-2026

01/10/2026

Communication is more than words. It’s connection, choice, personality, independence, relationships, laughter and so much more.

This October, we’re celebrating AAC Awareness Month with our theme: more than words.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) supports people to communicate in ways that work for them, whether that’s one form of AAC or a combination of methods, alongside speech or instead of it.

There’s no one “right” way to communicate. All forms of communication are valid.

Throughout October, we’ll be sharing stories and perspectives from AAC users, families and our wider community, celebrating what communication makes possible.

What does communication mean to you? Tell us below and follow along as we recognise AAC Awareness Month. Learn more in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/aac-awareness-month-2026-more-than-words

30/09/2026

18 months ago, we shared Tristan and Sullivan’s AAC story. Since then, their communication has continued to grow, and their individual personalities and communication styles are shining through.

From talking about upcoming events and choosing activities on family days out, to reading stories, expressing emotions and planning a 10th birthday party, Grid for iPad is helping the brothers communicate more of what matters to them.

We caught up with their mum, Faye, to hear how things have changed and what she wishes more people understood about children who use AAC.

Read the full story in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/tristan-and-sullivans-aac-journey-18-months-on

29/09/2026

Trying eye gaze again can come with uncertainty, especially when previous experiences haven’t worked well.

Oliver recently started using our Evo eye tracker with his Grid Pad 13, and in our latest story he shares how it has supported his communication and computer access alongside his involuntary movements and tinted Irlen glasses.

From using eye gaze in different environments to keeping up more easily in conversation, Oliver reflects on what has changed for him and why access to technology is about much more than communication alone.

Read Oliver’s full story: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/olivers-experience-with-evo-and-eye-gaze

24/09/2026

Communication goes beyond expressing wants and needs.

It's about sharing a joke, giving a compliment, telling a story and connecting with the people around you.

Ellise's and Elijah's experiences remind us that social competency helps AAC users build relationships, express their personalities and take part in the everyday moments that matter most.

Read more in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/the-aac-communication-competencies-in-action

23/09/2026

AAC is about much more than a device. It is about bringing together the right communication software, access method, positioning and technology to support each person’s communication and participation.

Our team recently had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with the Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy team at Glenroy Specialist School for a practical AAC education session.

Together, we explored ways Grid can be used and adapted to support students to communicate, engage and participate in learning, different access methods including eye gaze and switches, communication devices, wheelchair mounting and positioning.

Hands-on sessions like these provide an opportunity to bring the different parts of an AAC solution together, explore the technology in practice and share knowledge around how it can be adapted for different students, environments and communication needs.

Thank you to the team at Glenroy Specialist School for welcoming us and for such an engaged and thoughtful session. We loved spending the afternoon with you.

If your school or team would like to explore a practical AAC training session tailored to your setting, please let us know via our form: https://bit.ly/3Ti5uLi

22/09/2026

No two people communicate in the same way, which is why Grid for iPad is designed to be personalised around the person using it.

Choose the vocabulary that works for you, personalise it with your own words and phrases, and find a voice that feels right for you.

Explore community-created grid sets through Online Grids, discover our latest AI-powered communication tools with the Text Talker AI Beta grid set, and build your confidence with free resources on Smartbox Hub and Smartbox Academy.

Because AAC isn't just about finding your voice, it's about making communication your own.

Learn more about our Grid for iPad sale in our blog: https://www.zyteq.com.au/blog/grid-for-ipad-50-off-app-sale-october-2026

17/09/2026

Karanveer explains why he uses different access methods for different tasks.

Eye gaze helps him communicate and write. A head mouse gives him more control when editing videos. A blink switch makes clicking quicker.

There isn't a single "right" way to access technology. The best tool is the one that works for the person, their goals and the task at hand.

Listen to the full conversation in episode four (part one) of Start the Chat, wherever you catch your podcasts.

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E4, 63-85 Turner Street
Port Melbourne, VIC
3207

Telephone

+61396962944

Website

http://www.zyteq.com.au/

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