[Electronics-talk] Braille display recommendations

Tue Feb 19 23:22:55 UTC 2013

Thanks Dr. Robinson for the kind words. If this response doesn't make it
through, feel free to forward.

I read with great interest the discussion below about Braille display
lengths. To be sure, more Braille is definitely a nicety, but is it
necessary at all times when economics play a factor. I'm a totally blind
Braille user and use both a 12 cell and a 32 cell Braille display. While one
does have to advance the display quite a bit more than he would using a 32
or 40 cell display, his hands actually travel less-so you trade hand travel
for advancing the display.

What I mean is, it's very feasible for a two-handed Braille reader to use
his index fingers and advance the display without moving his fingers off the
display to read a book, or a long document. I have sighted friends of mine
who read books and long docs on their cell phone screens-do they use larger
screens at times? Yes, but they're not tethered to them just because someone
says that they're better off if they are. Please feel free to contact me
using any of the contact details below if you have any further questions
about BraillePen, or Braille with IOS technology.

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From: Dr. Denise M Robinson [mailto:deniserob at gmail.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 4:19 PM
To: Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances
Cc: Larry Lewis
Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] Braille display recommendations

a great very small under $1000 braille display is the braille pen put out by
flying blind..larry lewis--so easy to pair---actually the easiest to pair
and I teach many tools. I love this little thing--quick and easy
You can reach Larry at: larry.lewis at flying-blind.com
I know he would be happy to help you

Denise

On Tue, Feb 19, 2013 at 4:11 PM, Baracco, Andrew W <Andrew.Baracco at va.gov>
wrote:

I would suggest that you find some way to take a look at them before you
buy. 10 to 12 cells makes the device smaller and cheaper, but you can't
do much reading with so few cells.  You're lucky to get 2 words on a 12
cell display, and the constant advancing will drive you crazy.  Again,
find a way to actually put your hands on one before you buy. If you are
a good Braille reader, I would suggest a minimum of 20 cells.

Andy

-----Original Message-----
From: Electronics-talk [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Linda Bloodsaw
Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2013 12:01 AM
To: Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances
Subject: [Electronics-talk] Braille display recommendations

Howdy,

I want to buy a small (10 to 12  cell) display.  Are some better than
others?  I  would be using it for light duty typing and reading.  I
learned to read and type braille two years ago, and I think having a
display would help me to improve my braille skills.  I will use it with
my iPod Touch.  Your recommendations will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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