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From: Marc Mulcahy <[log in to unmask]
Subject: [orion-announce] Orion Status
Date sent: Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:51:30 -0700

Hello All:

There have been several questions by some of our customers 
regarding the upcoming release of the Orion products.  I want to 
assure you that our silence in responding to your questions is 
due to the fact that we are working diligently to ensure that we 
exceed your expectations with these products!

As most of you know, we have been partnering with the American 
Printing House for the Blind, (APH) in development of these 
products.  Our original agreement included development of both a 
device with a Braille display, and a voice-only device.  Though 
some challenges have delayed market introduction, those very 
challenges have resulted in a higher level of research which has 
solidified our confidence that the level of customer satisfaction 
in these products will be exceeded!

As we reach the final stages of development and approach the 
production stages of the project, Levelstar Management has 
decided to invest all energies into the APH version of the 
products.  This decision will allow for the earliest possible 
market introduction of product.  The APH Braille Plus 18 Second 
Generation and the Braille Plus Second Generation will include 
all the features and benefits as planned for the Orion.  Though a 
first quarter 2012 introduction date is anticipated for the APH 
Braille Plus 18 Second Generation, all questions regarding 
availability and pricing of the Braille Plus Second Generation 
products should be directed to the American Printing House for 
the Blind.


Subsequent to the release of the APH products, LevelStar 
Management will evaluate the feasibility of bringing the products 
to market under our own brand name.  It's clear from feedback 
we've received that people are confused about the feature and 
benefit differences between the Orion and the APH Braille Plus 
Second Generation products.  An absence of any differences 
between the products would indeed result in confusion and not 
benefit anyone in the process and detract from our goal that is 
to fulfill the needs of our customers through dedicated research, 
resulting in the highest quality product!

We very much appreciate your interest and share in your 
excitement as to the world that will be opened with the Braille 
Plus 18 Second Generation and Braille Plus Second Generation 
Products!

Respectfully,


Marc Mulcahy
Vice President Engineering
Levelstar, LLC


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