[Blindtlk] NFB app

Mon Sep 8 16:19:19 UTC 2014

I hope it contains the stuff like teen connect. Or is that Afb?

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> On Sep 8, 2014, at 9:43, Marion Gwizdala via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Aricka,
> 
>    The NFB is developing an app as we speak! Merry and I will be
> attending a leadership seminar for division presidents and treasurers from
> September 18 - 20 and, I am certain, the app will be a part of this
> discussion. We will report on the seminar when we return!
> 
> Fraternally yours,
> Marion Gwizdala
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ericka
> Short via blindtlk
> Sent: Monday, September 08, 2014 1:00 AM
> To: Hyde, David W. (ESC); Blind Talk Mailing List
> Subject: [Blindtlk] NFB app
> 
> Why doesn't the blindness organizations like us have an app for iPhone and
> android?  It might reach more  sighted people if we market it right.  I"d
> love to se a fully accessible  app anyhow.  Many don't work well with the
> talkback feature on the android cells. Could have courtesy to the blind,
> blog links, info on the org., etc.  Make it useful for businesses trying to
> be accessible, parents, etc.  A one stop  resource app for those who are or
> love the  blind. Might  stop some of the  fears of going blind.  Who knows
> what people read when they can't sleep at night?
> 
> Just a thought.  What do you guys and gals think>?
> 
> Ericka
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Hyde, David W. (ESC) via blindtlk
> Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2014 11:24 AM
> To: 'Julie J.' ; 'Blind Talk Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Taking self-photos, "selfies" with a cell.
> 
> I know a number of people who take part. They seem to understand blindness. 
> I'd rather stay warm.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Julie J. 
> via blindtlk
> Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2014 10:57 AM
> To: Cindy Ray; Blind Talk Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Taking self-photos, "selfies" with a cell.
> 
> What's up with Ski for Light?  I know someone who goes every year and loves
> it.  I've not been.  I've looked a bit at the announcements and I'm not sure
> if it would be a good fit for me...I mean their understanding of blindness.
> I'd love to hear people's thoughts and experiences.
> 
> Julie
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Cindy Ray via blindtlk
> Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2014 9:57 AM
> To: Hyde, David W. (ESC) ; Blind Talk Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Taking self-photos, "selfies" with a cell.
> 
> Oh, that is a good idea. Or you can go to Ski for Light where they have a
> session on it. Just kidding. I maybe should get the book. I took a couple
> last winter that turned o ut OK, but I don't know what I did special. I
> haven't taken more because I can't figure any reason to do it.
> 
> Cindy
> 
> On Aug 28, 2014, at 7:56 AM, Hyde, David W. (ESC) via blindtlk
> <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
>> Get Judy Dixon's book from NBP. She does a good job of explaining how 
>> to do it.
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Judy 
>> Jones via blindtlk
>> Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2014 7:42 AM
>> To: Blind Talk Mailing List
>> Subject: [Blindtlk] Taking self-photos, "selfies" with a cell.
>> 
>> Hello again, from Judy.
>> 
>> I've been saving up a couple of questions for when I can post to this 
>> list.
>> 
>> More advice again, please.
>> 
>> Is there anyone on this list who is blind and takes "selfies" with 
>> their cell phone?  I've tried myself a few times, and have asked my 
>> daughter to proof before doing anything with them.
>> 
>> As there anyone who has perfected the technique and can pass on any tips.
>> 
>> Thanks once again.
>> 
>> Judy
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