Technology
Technology that makes perfect sense
Review of Braille Sense Plus by RNZFB member and volunteer, David Allen.
My day begins with the alarm on my Braille Sense Plus - the start of a busy day. I check my appointments, which can now include meeting agendas and advance reminders.
In my work I receive many emails about technical equipment problems that require a quick resolution, so the web browser and the calculator in the Braille Sense Plus are vital. With email and the web browser I can participate regularly on Facebook and Twitter. The Bluetooth Manager provides seamless connections with my headset or my mobile phone, which functions as a modem.
My Braille Sense Plus also allows me to read Microsoft Word, text and formatted braille documents. And, I can choose any combination of speech or braille output that I require. When reading a lengthy document, I may prefer speech output, whereas smaller documents are available in clear, crisp braille under my fingertips.
With my day's work complete, I can enjoy the latest book from the RNZFB library. Thanks to the Sleep Timer I don't need to worry about drifting off and losing my place!
This combination of convenience, capability and accessibility makes perfect sense to me!
Photograph: David with the Braille Sense Plus.
For more details and pricing, contact Pacific Vision on 03 376 5071 or office@pvi.co
Upcoming equipment display days
Central Auckland 3 May RNZFB office, 10.00am – 12.00pm
South Auckland 24 May Community Room, Manurewa Library, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Hamilton 6 April RNZFB office, 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Tauranga 10 May RNZFB office, 10.30pm – 1.00pm
Rotorua 21 April Rotorua Parksyde, 7-9 Tawera Place, 10.30am – 12.00pm
Stratford 13 May St Joseph’s Church Hall, Miranda St, 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Hawera 15 May Senior Citizens Hall, Victoria St, 1.30pm – 3.00pm
Napier 18 April RNZFB office, 10.00pm – 12.00pm
Upper Hutt 11 April Hapai Blub, Fergusson St, 12.00pm – 2.00pm
Wellington 21 April RNZFB office, 10.00am – 12.00pm
For more information, or for a list of all equipment display dates for 2011, please phone 0800 24 33 33 and choose option four, or visit www.rnzfb.org.nz/product.