The voice recognition doesn't really work in the later versions of freedom 
box.  But the program has two separate components.  1.  System access.  This 
is a stand alone screen reader.  2.  Freedom box network.  This is like AOL 
for Blind folks and has wonderful content up there.  The yearly membership 
gives you access to the network, but system access is a straight purchase. 
It works with most aps with out tinkering, and their is not a way to do much 
tinkering with it.  If you like programming scripts, or making auto 
triggering speak windows, this isn't for you.  If you like running your 
applications, it's surprisingly affordable easy to use, and effective.