[Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question

[Arlene]

We like the scanning app on the phone, and there's a few apps for 
identifying money. We have a xm radio so we could listen to xm on our phones 
too with the xm app. There's lots of games apps if you're into playing 
games.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "The Blind MacGyver via Electronics-Talk" 
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To: "Jen via Electronics-Talk" <electronics-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: "The Blind MacGyver" <theblindmacgyver at sudomail.com>
Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 7:52 PM
Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question


>I also forgot to mention that all iPhones have a built-in screen reader if 
>you’re not familiar with it. Called voiceover. Also can add a braille 
>display to it. I’m not sure how familiar you are with the technology or one 
>so I’m just guessing you don’t know how much. I apologize if you’re 
>probably smarter than me maybe. LOL
>
> From: Jen via Electronics-Talk
> Date: 06/18/2021, 6:36 PM
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question
>
> Amanda, you have an excellent point. I, too, am a lifelong braille reader. 
> I was so fortunate to have received quality instruction in k9indergarten.
>
> Back on topic - I would be looking for a cell phone or iPhone that at 
> least talks, if it doesn't have braille display support.
>
> Jen
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Electronics-Talk <electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org 
> (mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org)> On Behalf Of Amanda Lee via 
> Electronics-Talk
> Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 6:12 PM
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> Cc: Amanda Lee <amandainparadise777 at gmail.com 
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> Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question
>
> Everyone's needs aren't quite the same.
>
> Most phones these days offer Bluetooth pairing.However pairing with 
> specific Braille displays is dependent on other factors at times.Everyone 
> doesn't read Braille as well.I'm a lifelong proficient Braille user but 
> Idon't require Braille for everything.
>
> For a senior, whether or not they have lo vision or other eyesight issues, 
> a clearly readable display is helpful.My Mom isn't visually impaired but 
> she likes the larger display on the smart flip phone I obtained for her.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Electronics-Talk <electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org 
> (mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org)> On Behalf Of Jen via 
> Electronics-Talk
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> Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question
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> I know this question wasn't directed at me, but...
>
> Blind McGiver - I think the flip phone you're looking for for your mother 
> should talk. If she reads braille, the phone should also have braille 
> display support.
>
> Jen
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> (mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org)> On Behalf Of Dennis Long via 
> Electronics-Talk
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>
> Does it need to talk?
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> MacGyver via Electronics-Talk
> Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 5:47 PM
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> Cc: The Blind MacGyver <theblindmacgyver at sudomail.com 
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> Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question
>
> Would anybody have any good suggestions on a good flip phone for the 
> blind. I’ve tried to give my mother my old iPhones and she just can’t 
> understand how to use it. No matter how hard I try to just tell her let’s 
> start with the basics on just say using Siri and just make a phone call 
> but she just doesn’t wanna touch it
>
> From: Holly via Electronics-Talk
> Date: 06/18/2021, 5:41 PM
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-Talk] An Introduction and Question
>
> Jen:
>
> It depends if you want a simple flip phone, or a smart phone.I am sure 
> there will be a debate among members about the advantages and 
> disadvantages of each, but, in this day and age, I think a smart phone 
> would be a good choice.
>
> As for me, I think the iPhone has the best in accessibility, but that will 
> probably be debated also.Hahahaha.
>
> There will be more of a learning curve for a smart phone, but worth the 
> challenge.Do you have access to any Apple stores?They have classes for 
> blind users, at least, they do where I live.
>
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