Hi Sandy, BookPort had just come out when I bought mine. I was thrilled and impressed. It really didn't do much except translate text to speech. I feel as though APH has furnished me with an upgraded unit many times over the years. BP2 sounds impressive, if only because of, the size, faster USB, as well as getting such times out of a rechargeable battery. If the addition of features on the BP 2 is even close to those we received on BP1 we can look forward to an unbelievable unit. The BP 1 took away my NLS cassettes and players, and then, went on to do so much more. I am really looking forward to what APH will do with BP2. Make it a great one Sharon