[blindkid] Refreshable Braille

[Marianne Denning]

I should point out that if you use a braille display with a Mac or
IDevice the key combinations are controlled by the Apple product.
When using it with a Windows computer the manufacturer of the braille
display sets up the key combinations.  If your student can try
different products it would be very helpful.  The products have
different setups and feels so it can vary a lot.  I will compare it to
buying a car.  I might love a Ford Mustang and think there is nothing
better.  I let you drive my car and you don't like it for some reason.
 You wouldn't buy the Mustang just because I told you it was a great
car.  There is no one braille display fits all. The NFB convention is
a great place to check out what is offered.

On 1/15/14, IftheShew Fits <barnesraiser at gmail.com> wrote:
> My son is 11 and got his Focus 40 last spring to pair with an iPad. Both
> units were paid for by the Lions Club in our area. I filled out a super
> easy grant application (basically, how much money we wanted and for exactly
> what) and then I went to a meeting and presented some info about my son,
> what his needs are, and how much this would enhance our lives. They were
> thrilled to help us. Blindness and low vision is their main purpose. Our
> school only allowed us to check out an Apex during the school year and I
> couldn't see reading only paper Braille.
>
> Best! :) Carolynn
>
> On Wednesday, January 15, 2014, Darcirae Hooks wrote:
>
>> My son is 10 and learning the IPad at school. We bought one for him to
>> use
>> at home. Was wondering what Refreshable display I all recommend and
>> approx
>> cost. He is fluent in Braille and uses an Apex at school but don't have
>> anything for him to use for non school stuff or summer reading.
>>
>> Please advise!!!!!
>>
>> Darci
>>
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
(513) 607-6053