[nabs-l] Question about technology

[Joshua Lester]

Thanks.
I can't wait to try them out, at convention!
Blessings, Joshua

On 4/23/11, bookwormahb at earthlink.net <bookwormahb at earthlink.net> wrote:
> Hi Joshua,
> I have the BrailleNote version before the Apex.  It’s a great tool.  It has
> many tools built in including a calculator, book reader to read NLS web
> braille etc, phone book, and email capability.  I think the PacMate may have
> more ability to interface with the computer though.
> But I've always enjoyed the BrailleNote M'power.  I'd get the Apex, but the
> rehab agency doesn't fund upgrades.
> It depends on what you want out of the notetaker; both machines have ton of
> file space, calendars, email, a web browser, ability to read braille books,
> and MP3 playing ability I think.
> I know the BrailleNote has a FM radio and can play MP3 files; I think
> PacMate can too.  So there are many similarities.
> Hope you get to try both out as this is the best way to help you decide.
> Ashley
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Joshua Lester
> Sent: Saturday, April 23, 2011 6:42 PM
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] Question about technology
>
> I tried to go to a demo, last year, but my former instructor wanted to
> do something else.
> I'll be alone, this year, so I'll go to the demo.
> Blessings, Joshua
>
> On 4/23/11, bookwormahb at earthlink.net <bookwormahb at earthlink.net> wrote:
>> Personal preference; see a demo and try it out; best to decide for
>> yourself.
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Joshua Lester
>> Sent: Saturday, April 23, 2011 4:52 PM
>> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [nabs-l] Question about technology
>>
>> Hi, it's joshua Lester.
>> I need some advice.
>> I'm trying to decide whether to buy a Pac Mate, or a Braille Note Apex.
>> Which one would be better?
>> Noone ever demonstrated the Apex, for me in Dallas, so I've never
>> worked with one.
>> I liked the regular Braille Note, (because,) my former Braille
>> instructor let me work with one.
>> Would someone be willing to show me how it works, at convention this year?
>> I'll let you know, ahead of time, if i'll be able to attend.
>> Thanks, Joshua
>>
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