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Pic-A-Talk Honored as Homegrown Heroes Global Achievers at the 8th Philippine Technology Business Incubator Summit
Pic-A-Talk Honored as Homegrown Heroes Global Achievers at the 8th Philippine Technology Business Incubator SummitOn November 26, 2024, Pic-A-Talk founders Uma Roa and Shealtiel Cañon attended the 8th Philippine Technology Business Incubator (TBI) Summit at Limketkai Luxe Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City. Organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the summit brought together leading innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts to discuss ideas, share knowledge, and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Philippines. This prestigious event continues to be a major platform for advancing technology and promoting collaboration in the country’s growing tech industry. At the summit, Pic-A-Talk was honored with a Plaque of Appreciation as one of the Homegrown Heroes Global Achievers. This recognition is given to local companies that demonstrate exceptional innovation and make a significant impact on both local and global scales. Pic-A-Talk’s inclusion in this...
TWINKLE Workshop Introduces Pic-A-Talk: Transforming Communication with AAC Tools
TWINKLE Workshop Introduces Pic-A-Talk: Transforming Communication with AAC ToolsThe Teaching Workshop for Innovative New AAC Knowledge and Language Education (TWINKLE), a groundbreaking initiative focused on raising awareness about Augmentative and Alternative...
How to Forgot Password on Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Forgot Password on Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide Forgetting your password can be a hassle, but the Pic-A-Talk app makes resetting it a breeze. Here’s a more detailed guide to ensure you can regain access to your account in just a few minutes. Follow...
How to Log In to the Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide
How To Log In To The Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide The Pic-A-Talk AAC app is an essential tool for those who rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to express themselves. If you already have an account, logging in is a simple process that will...
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Embrace Uniqueness: Pic-A-Talk Celebrates Christmas with Kids at Aragon SKILLS Therapy Center
Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year! And what better way to celebrate it than by sharing a smile with everyone? On December 23, 2022, Pic-A-Talk brought joy and gifts to children with disabilities at Aragon SKILLS Therapy Center in Marikina City along with...
Pic-A-Talk at Iligan City’s First Ever Campus Devcon
Pic-A-Talk was invited both as a participant and a speaker in MSU-IIT’s first Campus DEVCON, an event made possible with the collaboration between Iligan City ICT Council, Devcon CD and MSU-IIT’s own CCS Executive Council. Unable to attend the said event, our CEO Uma Roa entrusted the presentation to Shealtiel Cañon, fellow Co-Founder of Pic-A-Talk. It was, in our opinion, no better choice than him to share the experiences and struggles of start-up life. After all, it’s not an easy journey. And many start-ups fail before they even start.
Pic-A-Talk Launches Virtually!
The Official Launch of Pic-A-Talk was a milestone we had worked tirelessly for.
It was an event that would mark our success, the product of our sleepless nights and tired days and an accomplishment that we were proud to have reached. The progress leading up to the launch was difficult, especially since we encountered a few hiccups every now and then.
Autism Awareness Day: Celebrating Lea
Lea was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and speech apraxia at the age of 3, which explained her developmental delay in verbal communication. But she is more than her disabilities Lea is a very affectionate girl. She hugs her family and friends...
Young STAR Feature
Two award-winning apps that empower people—one for PWDs, and another for children with special needs
KR-Asia Feature
Pic-A-Talk is described as a mobile app for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), which refers to communication methods that assist people with speech impairments. AAC devices help improve the quality of life for people with special needs that experience...