[Electronics-talk] Let's end this now Re: News Release: Serotek Introduces First iPhoneApplication for the Blind

Sat Oct 10 02:06:51 UTC 2009

Woa there Gabe!

Let's not make statements we can't back up either.

I could easily make arguments that talks and mobile speak are ahead of
the iPhone in certain areas.

There's nothing to be gained from an all out religious war fought over
this.  I think we can reasonably discuss pros and cons of each type of
phone.

Those who are interested in the iphone should read more about it.
Lots of us use it, and it is quite usable.  This is from soneone who
also has a Nokia n82 running talks.

Each has its place.  Since most of us can't afford both, it'll be a
buying decision.  Added to your choices of talks and mobile speak
on a 3g nokia phone is now voiceover on the iPhone.

A good place to start reading about the iPhone is here...

http://www.apple.com/iphone/iphone-3gs/accessibility.html

Good Luck,

Jim

On Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 06:20:55PM -0700, The BlindTechs Network wrote:
> Craig I suggest you go and actually read about the iphone on apple's website
> before make statements you can't backup on this list.
> 
> I use an Iphone everyday for business and personal use and am damn sick of
> you nonbelievers saying the iphone as a touch screen is not accessible.
> 
> It is years ahead of anything talks, and mobilespeak wish they could be.
> 
> 
> Gabe Vega
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Craig Borne
> Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 4:13 PM
> To: 'Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances'
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] News Release: Serotek IntroducesFirst
> iPhoneApplication for the Blind
> 
> How would a blind individual access the touch screen?  I know there was a
> text to speech component on the new phones, but it did not appear user
> friendly, if you could not see anything.  What has been your experience.
> Craig
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jim Barbour
> Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 6:18 PM
> To: Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] News Release: Serotek IntroducesFirst iPhone
> Application for the Blind
> 
> I would suggest that the iPhone is very accessible.
> 
> Voiceover on the iPhone is pretty spiffy.  Not perfect, but quite good.
> 
> Jim
> 
> On Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 05:41:09PM -0400, Craig Borne wrote:
> > This sounds great, but how does a blind user access the application, 
> > if the iPhone itself is not fully accessible?
> > Craig
> >  
> > 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Serotek 
> > Announcements (by way of David Andrews<dandrews at visi.com>)
> > Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 4:47 PM
> > To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: [Electronics-talk] News Release: Serotek Introduces First 
> > iPhone Application for the Blind
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > NEWS RELEASE
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Media Contact:
> > 
> > <mailto:pr at serotek.com>pr at serotek.com
> > 
> > 612.720.1068
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Technical Contact :
> > 
> >              <mailto:info at serotek.com>info at serotek.com
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >   Serotek Introduces First iPhone Application for the Blind
> > 
> > iBlink Radio available in App Store
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > MINNEAPOLIS, Minn - October 9, 2009 -
> > <http://www.serotek.com/>Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of 
> > internet and digital information accessibility software and services, 
> > introduced a third-party iPhone application today specifically 
> > designed for those who are blind or have low vision. Now available in 
> > the App Store, the application is called iBlink RadioT and is the 
> > first such application to be introduced in the world.
> > 
> > iBlink Radio allows people to listen to podcasts, radio stations and 
> > reading services produced by and for the blind community.
> > 
> > The reading service section of iBlink Radio provides audio versions of 
> > newspapers, magazines and periodicals for anyone unable to read the 
> > printed page, regardless of disability. Daily newspapers include 
> > <http://www.usatoday.com/>USA Today, <http://www.wsj.com/>Wall Street 
> > Journal and the <http://www.nytimes.com/>New York Times.
> > 
> > Listeners can also access all known radio stations owned and operated 
> > by the blind, and the podcast section offers topics ranging from 
> > technology to cooking.
> > 
> > "The iPhone is a great platform for doing just about anything, whether 
> > it be learning something new or just jamming to some great tunes," 
> > said Mike Calvo, CEO, Serotek Corporation, "iBlink Radio represents 
> > all that and more; it marks another step toward inclusion for all."
> > 
> > While the application offers a convenient way for the blind community 
> > to stay connected, the application is available to everyone, blind or
> sighted.
> > In addition to being of great interest to those who are blind or have 
> > partial sight, iBlink Radio is also invaluable resource to family 
> > members, friends and professionals serving this community.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > -more-
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >                 For additional information, visit 
> > <http://www.serotek.com/eyeblink>http://www.serotek.com/eyeblink
> > 
> > .
> > Serotek Corporation
> > 
> > Serotek Corporation is a leading technology company that develops 
> > software and manufactures accessibility solutions under the System Access
> brand.
> > Committed to the mission of providing accessibility anywhere, Serotek 
> > began with the launch of the first online community specifically 
> > designed to meet the needs of people with visual impairment. Since 
> > then, Serotek has introduced several powerful, affordable solutions 
> > that require minimal training and investment. For more information, 
> > visit <http://www.serotek.com/>www.serotek.com.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > ###
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Editors Note: Product names, brands and other trademarks featured or 
> > referred to are the property of their respective trademark holders.
> > These trademark holders are not affiliated with Accessible Event and 
> > do not sponsor or endorse these materials.
> > 
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