MouthPad: A Tongue-Controlled Touchpad

# MouthPad: the hands-free touchpad Source: [https://www.augmental.tech/](https://www.augmental.tech/) MouthPad ## The world’s firsthands\-free touchpad\. MouthPadis a custom\-fit mouthpiece that turns subtle tongue and head movements into precise control of your phone, tablet, and computer\. ## The mouth is a new interface\. MouthPadtranslates small, natural movements into cursor control, clicks, scrolling, and dragging\. No hands\. No wires\. Worn discreetly inside your mouth\. How it works ## Cursor control, from the roof of your mouth\. 1. 01### Choose how you move\. Move the cursor with your tongue or head\. Tap, swipe, sip, and hold to click and drag\. 2. 02### Pair it like a mouse\. ConnectMouthPadto your phone, tablet, and computer over Bluetooth\. Switch instantly between devices\. 3. 03### Use it discreetly\. MouthPadsits inside your mouth, out of sight, with minimal impact on speech\. 4. 04### Made for your mouth\. EachMouthPadis custom\-fit from a dental scan, then 3D printed and encapsulated for comfort, safety, and everyday use\. In action ## Built with the people who use it\. We’ve worked with hundreds of users with diverse abilities to shapeMouthPadthrough real daily use\. Early adopters like Keely use it to reconnect, work, play, and move through the digital world with more independence\. - “For the first time in my life, I was able to take pictures and videos independently\. Augmental’s MouthPad has changed my life\.” Esther K\. - “The MouthPad creates minimal friction between me and my device\. I can work for up to ten hours without thinking about adaptive equipment\.” Mike H\. - “I’ve been missing chess for so long, and I got it back, thanks to you guys\.” Josh B\. - “With this technology I don’t have to use my 12″ mouth stylus anymore\.” Sean C\. - “The MouthPad gave me back my independence and opened doors to opportunities I never thought possible\.” Brian M\. - “It’s given me the motivation to want to take control of my life\. It’s given me a spark\.” Keely H\. - “Everything fit right in my mouth at first go\. I’ve experienced no discomfort from having worn the device for around five hours\.” Keith G\. - “It totally revolutionized how I use my computer\. Now I game better, work faster, and life’s just easier\.” Tomás B\. - “You use the tip of your tongue and touch the roof of your mouth\. Even a kid could figure it out\.” Rocky S\. - “It’s very seamless, very easy to use, very intuitive\. Eventually everyone will be using it\.” Krystina J\. - “It’s truly a game changer, not just for me but for anyone with mobility challenges\.” Ryan H\. - “It feels instinctive, like second nature\. I already love it\.” Joseph B\. - “Everything I’ve wanted it to be and then some more\.” Zachary H\. - “For the first time in my life, I was able to take pictures and videos independently\. Augmental’s MouthPad has changed my life\.” Esther K\. - “The MouthPad creates minimal friction between me and my device\. I can work for up to ten hours without thinking about adaptive equipment\.” Mike H\. - “I’ve been missing chess for so long, and I got it back, thanks to you guys\.” Josh B\. - “With this technology I don’t have to use my 12″ mouth stylus anymore\.” Sean C\. - “The MouthPad gave me back my independence and opened doors to opportunities I never thought possible\.” Brian M\. - “It’s given me the motivation to want to take control of my life\. It’s given me a spark\.” Keely H\. - “Everything fit right in my mouth at first go\. I’ve experienced no discomfort from having worn the device for around five hours\.” Keith G\. - “It totally revolutionized how I use my computer\. Now I game better, work faster, and life’s just easier\.” Tomás B\. - “You use the tip of your tongue and touch the roof of your mouth\. Even a kid could figure it out\.” Rocky S\. - “It’s very seamless, very easy to use, very intuitive\. Eventually everyone will be using it\.” Krystina J\. - “It’s truly a game changer, not just for me but for anyone with mobility challenges\.” Ryan H\. - “It feels instinctive, like second nature\. I already love it\.” Joseph B\. - “Everything I’ve wanted it to be and then some more\.” Zachary H\. - “For the first time in my life, I was able to take pictures and videos independently\. Augmental’s MouthPad has changed my life\.” Esther K\. - “The MouthPad creates minimal friction between me and my device\. I can work for up to ten hours without thinking about adaptive equipment\.” Mike H\. - “I’ve been missing chess for so long, and I got it back, thanks to you guys\.” Josh B\. - “With this technology I don’t have to use my 12″ mouth stylus anymore\.” Sean C\. - “The MouthPad gave me back my independence and opened doors to opportunities I never thought possible\.” Brian M\. - “It’s given me the motivation to want to take control of my life\. It’s given me a spark\.” Keely H\. - “Everything fit right in my mouth at first go\. I’ve experienced no discomfort from having worn the device for around five hours\.” Keith G\. - “It totally revolutionized how I use my computer\. Now I game better, work faster, and life’s just easier\.” Tomás B\. - “You use the tip of your tongue and touch the roof of your mouth\. Even a kid could figure it out\.” Rocky S\. - “It’s very seamless, very easy to use, very intuitive\. Eventually everyone will be using it\.” Krystina J\. - “It’s truly a game changer, not just for me but for anyone with mobility challenges\.” Ryan H\. - “It feels instinctive, like second nature\. I already love it\.” Joseph B\. - “Everything I’ve wanted it to be and then some more\.” Zachary H\. [Read their stories →](https://www.augmental.tech/our-users) Specifications ## More personal,and more precise\. A low\-profile input device with the compatibility of a wireless mouse and the fit of a dental appliance\. 01 ### Compatibility Supported devicesmacOS · Windows · Linux · iOS · AndroidCompanion appmacOS · Windows · iOS 02 ### Build Thickness~1 mmWeight~10 gMaterialDental resin 03 ### Power Battery7\+ hours continuous useCharge time~1\.5 hoursBattery certificationsUN 38\.3 · IEC 62133 04 ### In the box MouthPad~30 × 50 × 80 mmCharging case38 × 75 × 95 mmCableUSB\-C to USB\-A Questions? See the[FAQ](https://www.augmental.tech/#faq)\. As seen on > “TheMouthPadturns your tongue into a mouse for your phone\.”Engadget, 2023 [](https://www.engadget.com/the-mouthpad-turns-your-tongue-into-a-mouse-for-your-phone-184541021.html)[](https://www.theverge.com/23971966/ces-2024-news-announcements-products)[](https://news.mit.edu/2024/mouth-based-touchpad-augmental-0605)[](https://www.forbes.com/profile/augmental-tech/?sh=6e146eeb4fd3)[](https://www.bbc.com/storyworks/the-human-component/augmental)[](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/tongue-controlled-touchscreens-hit-market-year-rcna133270)[](https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/02/augmental)[](https://wired.jp/magazine/vol_53/)[](https://www.contagious.com/news-and-views/cannes-lions-innovation-winners-2023)[](https://www.livenowfox.com/video/1471528)[](https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/quadriplegic-among-first-users-of-tongue-driven-trackpad-invented-by-san-diego-native/)[](https://www.core77.com/posts/123080/In-Mouth-Bluetooth-Mouse-Uses-Tongue-Sensitive-Trackpad)[](https://news.ycombinator.com/front?day=2023-04-24)[](https://whdh.com/news/mit-graduate-develops-hands-free-tongue-controlled-computer-interface/amp/)[](https://www.zdnet.com/article/want-to-control-your-electronics-with-your-tongue-this-company-is-making-that-happen/)[](https://open.spotify.com/episode/48BuVlkZAIS9m9t4Uph67d?si=b7f2ae8636a1405d)[](https://www.designboom.com/technology/mouthpad-mouthpiece-trackpad-control-devices-tongue-augmental-mit-04-19-2023/)[](https://futurism.com/neoscope/tongue-controlled-bluetooth-mouse)[](https://www.gizmodo.jp/2023/04/augmental-mouth-pad.html)[](https://hypebeast.com/2023/4/mit-augmental-angular-bluetooth-smart-mouthpiece-info) [All press →](https://www.augmental.tech/news#press) Now available ## Get your custom\-fitMouthPad\. One device, custom\-fit and made to order\. Two devices for one user: keep a backupMouthPad, and swap between them to extend battery life\. Available across the United States\. Custom designed for each user\. After purchase, we’ll send instructions to share with your dentist or local scanning provider for a quick 3D scan\. 1. 01Order online\. Fully refundable before receipt of dental scan\. 2. 02Complete a dental scan near you\. Share[these instructions](https://augmental.notion.site/MouthPad-Scanning-Portal-20193fbbf83e801f90f2f1640d085607)with your dentist or local provider\. 3. 03We build your custom device and ship in six months\. 4. 04Onboard on our online platform, with support if you need it\. Better together ## MouthPadis the mouse\. VOX is the keyboard\. VOX is a wearable microphone, now in beta, that hears you through your body, so you can dictate without broadcasting your words\. Together they cover pointing and typing, hands\-free\. [Meet VOX →](https://www.augmental.tech/vox) FAQ ## Any questions? ### Product overview What is theMouthPadand how does it work?TheMouthPadis a custom\-fit touchpad: hands\-free control of your devices through tongue, head, and breath gestures\. It has a plug\-and\-play design that connects via a standard wireless pairing, and works in all major operating systems, regardless of version\. The MouthPad is nearly invisible when worn, compatible with voice control, easy to carry, and easy to learn\. Move the cursor with your tongue or your head, whichever you prefer\. Tongue presses are used for left\-click and click\-and\-drag\. Sip gestures are used for right\-clicks\. We've also integrated more sophisticated gestures such as scrolling and swiping, expanding the dimensions of control\. How comfortable is theMouthPad?The MouthPad has been designed with comfort as a top priority\. Still, comfort is subjective and can depend on factors such as the individual's mouth shape, size, and the specific use case\. Our team members and early users have worn theMouthPadfor extended periods, up to ten hours a day, and have found it to be comfortable\. Can I speak using theMouthPad?Yes, you can speak while wearing the MouthPad\. Its custom design minimizes the impact on speech, making it easy to talk or use voice recognition software while wearing the device\. However, please note that results can vary, and some people may need more time than others to adjust to speaking normally while using the device\. How do I clean theMouthPad?Clean yourMouthPadby hand with soap and water before and after each use, removing any saliva and debris\. Don't leave it submerged for long, and dry it before returning it to the charging case, so bacteria can't grow\. Can I eat, drink, or sleep with theMouthPadin?Water is fine\. Don't eat or drink anything else while wearing yourMouthPad, and note that hot liquids can affect its fit\. Don't chew or bite the device: that can break it and void your warranty\. Take it out before sleeping, to avoid accidental damage\. Who makes theMouthPad?TheMouthPadis designed and manufactured by Augmental Technologies Inc\., also known as Augmental, located in San Francisco, California\. Augmental is an MIT Media Lab spin\-off dedicated to developing human augmentation technologies\. Our goal is to provide everyone with more intuitive ways to interact with computing systems\. Am I a good candidate for theMouthPad?TheMouthPadis best suited for people over the age of 18 who have sufficient tongue dexterity, good oral health, and no ongoing dental or orthodontic treatments\. Users must also have the physical ability to open their mouth wide enough for their initial 3D mouth scan\. Please review our full[Eligibility Criteria](https://app.notion.com/p/augmental/Eligibility-Criteria-12693fbbf83e80418eb2d4cea4861bfd)\. ### Specifications What devices can theMouthPadconnect to?TheMouthPadis equipped with a wireless protocol that allows it to connect to various devices, including computers, smartphones, and tablets\. In general, it should be able to connect to any device that supports a wireless, dongle\-free mouse\. We support the companion app for the latest 3 major OS versions for macOS, Windows, and iOS\. What is theMouthPadapp for?The companion app is where you tweak and fine\-tune yourMouthPadsettings: cursor mode, click strength, touch sensitivity, cursor and scroll speed, and more\. Your settings are saved on theMouthPaditself, so you can then connect to any device that accepts a Bluetooth mouse\. The app also delivers firmware updates and gives you access to our latest features\. What does theMouthPadcome with?TheMouthPadcomes with a charging case and cable\. The charging case \(printed with PETG\) weighs 112 g and is 38 × 75 × 95 mm in size\. The cable that comes with the package is a USB\-C to USB\-A cable\. ### Ordering How much is the scan?You’ll book the quick intraoral 3D scan directly with your dentist or a local scanning provider; most charge $50–$150\. Is the MouthPad covered by insurance, FSA, or HSA?Not currently\. TheMouthPadisn't covered by insurance or FSA/HSA\. What does my order include?Your order includes more than theMouthPaddevice and its charging case\. It also includes access to our online onboarding platform, which walks you through setup at your own pace\. Our support team stays on standby if you ever need help, and can schedule a one\-on\-one session if you need one\. Your order also includes access to software updates and a 1\-year limited warranty\. How do I get myMouthPad?1. **Order online\.**Place your order at any time\. It is fully refundable before production begins\. 2. **Get an intraoral scan\.**To make yourMouthPad, we need an intraoral 3D scan of your mouth\. After you order, we’ll send simple[instructions](https://augmental.notion.site/MouthPad-Scanning-Portal-20193fbbf83e801f90f2f1640d085607)to share with your dentist or a local scanning provider\. 3. **We print your custom fit and ship it\.**With your scan, we manufacture your customMouthPadand ship it in six months, straight to your doorstep\. From there, you onboard on our online platform, which walks you through configuration and a simple, one\-time calibration\. Our team can schedule a session if you need one\. What does US\-only mean? Can I purchase it if I live elsewhere?We follow US regulations and can only sell within the United States\. That means we ship only to US addresses and accept returns only from US addresses\. We don't geo\-fence any of the device's features or capabilities, though, so your MouthPad can be used freely outside the US\. ### Returns & warranty Can I get a refund if I change my mind?Yes\. Cancel any time before sending in your scan for a full refund\. What if my mouth is special?Our custom process fits most mouths\. If we can't make one for yours, we'll refund you in full\. What is the MouthPad warranty policy?We offer a 1\-year limited warranty\. If your device breaks or fails during this time because of a design or manufacturing flaw, we will send you a replacement at no cost\. For the full terms, see our[Warranty](https://www.augmental.tech/mouthpad-warranty)\. Disclaimer: misuses that void your refund and warranty- Damage caused from boiling water - Intentional damage & tinkering - Damage caused from exposing yourMouthPadto UV light \(sunlight\) for extended periods - Damage caused from using someone else’sMouthPad - Damage caused by not following our recommendations forMouthPadtreatment, including charging or draining the battery in a way that conflicts with our instructions For the complete list, refer to our[Warranty](https://www.augmental.tech/mouthpad-warranty)\. ### Other questions Where can I find the manual, warranty, and terms?