New software solution enables 5X faster reading speeds on PC, small-screen format PDAs and cell phones.

SoftOlogy IdeaWorks, Inc. today introduced its computer-accelerated reading software, called RapidReader®, that enables extensive information access to all who read on electronic screens while increasing reading speeds and comprehension levels. RapidReader is designed to enable users to absorb information much faster, whether at their desk or on the go. It is a patented, cadence-based, text delivery software product that allows users to read any length document, hands free, at speeds of several hundred words per minute within the first few minutes of use. Each word fills the screen so even cell phone or PDA messages can be read at an arms length.

Ft. Collins, CO (PRWEB) October 8, 2003 - SoftOlogy IdeaWorks, Inc. today introduced its computer-accelerated reading software, called RapidReader®, that enables extensive information access to all who read on electronic screens while increasing reading speeds and comprehension levels. RapidReader is designed to enable users to absorb information much faster, whether at their desk or on the go. It is a patented, cadence-based, text delivery software product that allows users to read any length document, hands free, at speeds of several hundred words per minute within the first few minutes of use. Each word fills the screen so even cell phone or PDA messages can be read at an arms length.

RapidReader was created utilizing research at Johns Hopkins, MIT and USC and more than 10 years of product development by SoftOlogy IdeaWorks. Among other things, that research concludes the brain is capable of absorbing information at 1600 words per minute, but to do so, the display of text has to change. RapidReaders format is designed to optimize readability and remove the ergonomic barriers such as squinting, scrolling and reading left to right while reading on small screen devices. RapidReader is an assistive technology whose specific purpose is to make the task of reading on-screen easy, comfortable and fast. It allows even lengthy electronic text to be read up to five times faster than average on-screen reading speeds, with higher comprehension. RapidReader is currently available for Windows® 95, 98, ME, XP and 2000, Palm OS® and select Nokia® mobile phones and other major manufacturers using Symbian OS®. It turns cell phones and PDAs into truly powerful communication tools.

Peter McIan, President and CEO of SoftOlogy stated, We are in the business of delivering products and solutions that enhance the way people use technology to absorb information. Our solutions are designed to fully utilize your computers ability to work for you while emulating the way people naturally process information. The beauty of RapidReader lies in the time savings immediately realized and its inherent simplicity. It is a solution that is truly easy to learn and use to its optimum capability."

In addition to supporting a wide range of text formats including HTML, MS Word, Word Perfect, ASCII and RTF, RapidReader can also generate documents in its proprietary format RapidReader doc"(RRd). This format has a number of features that offer considerable benefit when shared between RapidReader Users. These features include:
Advanced document compression technology for small download size,
Secure encryption,
Seamless multi-platform compatibility from web to wireless",
Small application size.
RapidReaders features and functions address a wide range of requirements for everything from gathering Internet data on a PC to helping solve limitations of text presentation on a small screen and cumbersome scrolling currently inherent in the wireless data environment.

Peter added, Professionals who have information intense jobs, value their time and do purposeful reading will immediately experience dramatic time and flexibility benefits through using RapidReader. Many have taken speed-reading courses over the years to gain an advantage and then lost that advantage as they migrated to the PC and PDA reading. Most PDA users only experience reading speeds of 40 wpm. Imagine sitting in a coffee shop and pulling up a report or news article, setting your PDA on the table and having it deliver a hands free reading experience. The reading speed would be set to your individual preference, either a natural, deliberate delivery, like a conversation, or as fast as you think!"

RapidReader is a low-cost solution. Pricing starts as low as $29.95 for the basic product, and is easy to obtain. To learn more about RapidReader, download a free demo, purchase your own copy, or link to SoftOlogys corporate site, visit www.rapidreader.com.

About SoftOlogy
Founded in Los Angeles in 1992 and incorporated in Nevada in 1999, SoftOlogy Idea Works, Inc. is a human factors and knowledge management company. SoftOlogy has psychologists, educators, designers and technologists devoted to building new bridges between the power of the computer and the human capacity for learning. Software for the Human Operating System" is the beginning of a new wave of human-responsive software tools created to make learning easier and more engaging. In addition to RapidReader, offerings include powerful authoring tools and a new music enhancement solution called iVox. SoftOlogy is privately held and their Publishing and Content Development division is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.

To contact Softology IdeaWorks, call 818-888-9962, or visit us on the Web at www.softology.com or www.rapidreader.com
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