[nabs-l] nabs-l Digest, Vol 60, Issue 2
Isaac
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> 1. Re: JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7 (Elizabeth)
> 2. iOS or Other Xcode Programming (Nicole B. Torcolini at Home)
> 3. Re: JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7 (Katie Wang)
> 4. Re: help creating a Facebook group page (Chris Nusbaum)
> 5. Re: JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7 (Arielle Silverman)
> 6. GABS Connecting the Dots Newsletter, Summer and Back to
> School Edition! (Mary Fernandez)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2011 13:47:23 -0400
> From: "Elizabeth" <lizmohnke at hotmail.com>
> To: "National Association of Blind Students mailing list"
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
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> Hello Arielle,
>
> My sister has a laptop with JAWS 11 and Windows 7 installed on it that she
> lets me use from time to time. Since I am use to using Windows XP, I had
> some problems figuring out how to use the Windows 7 operating system, but I
> did not seem to encounter any problems as far as accessibility is concerned.
> I have never heard my sister complain about any accessibility problems
> either.
>
> however, she has not upgraded to Internet Explorer 9, so I do not know how
> well this program works with JAWS 11.
>
> Hope this helps,
> Elizabeth
>
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Arielle Silverman" <arielle71 at gmail.com>
> Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2011 12:16 PM
> To: <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
>
>> Hi all,
>> I have a license for JAWS 11 and just upgraded my netbook computer to
>> Windows 7. I don't have an SMA, so if I want to upgrade to JAWS 12 I
>> have to pay for it. I am running JAWS 12 in demo mode temporarily
>> until I decide whether or not to upgrade. In your experience, does
>> JAWS 11 work well with Windows 7 or is it critical to upgrade to 12 to
>> get the best accessibility? I have to say that in the past I have
>> found little benefit from upgrading, which is why I don't have an SMA
>> and am hesitant to spend the money unless the upgrade is really
>> important, so I would appreciate some honest feedback.
>> Also, I noticed that the technician who installed Windows 7 on my
>> computer also installed Internet Explorer 9. I recall some listers
>> saying it is not accessible with JAWS 12, but I used it just to check
>> email and had no problems. What exactly is inaccessible about IE 9?
>> Thanks!
>> Arielle
>>
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> Message: 2
> Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2011 13:25:56 -0700
> From: "Nicole B. Torcolini at Home" <ntorcolini at wavecable.com>
> To: <"Undisclosed-Recipient:;"@stanford.edu>
> Subject: [nabs-l] iOS or Other Xcode Programming
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> If you have programmed for iOS or Mac OS X and are willing to answer a few questions about navigating XCode, please email me off list.
>
> TIA,
> Nicole
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2011 18:19:00 -0400
> From: Katie Wang <bunnykatie6 at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
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> Hi Arielle,
> Looking at some of the earlier threads, it seems that those who
> suggested that IE 9 is not accessible got some misinformation-- JAWS
> 12 does work with iE 9. I doubt that JAWS 11 would work with it
> though, but since IE 8 is still pretty widely available you should be
> able to download and use that instead. I'm personally still using
> Windows XP, but I know other blind people who are running the Windows
> 7 and JAWS 11 combo and have never heard any accessibility complaints.
> I'm curious about your reference to a netbook computer. Is it a lot
> smaller than a standard laptop? Do you use it as a secondary computer
> when you are traveling, or is it pretty much your primary computing
> device? What are its capabilities? I'm on the market for a new
> computer so i'm just curious about what my options are. Thanks!
> Katie
>
> On 10/1/11, Elizabeth <lizmohnke at hotmail.com> wrote:
>> Hello Arielle,
>>
>> My sister has a laptop with JAWS 11 and Windows 7 installed on it that she
>> lets me use from time to time. Since I am use to using Windows XP, I had
>> some problems figuring out how to use the Windows 7 operating system, but I
>> did not seem to encounter any problems as far as accessibility is concerned.
>> I have never heard my sister complain about any accessibility problems
>> either.
>>
>> however, she has not upgraded to Internet Explorer 9, so I do not know how
>> well this program works with JAWS 11.
>>
>> Hope this helps,
>> Elizabeth
>>
>>
>> --------------------------------------------------
>> From: "Arielle Silverman" <arielle71 at gmail.com>
>> Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2011 12:16 PM
>> To: <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have a license for JAWS 11 and just upgraded my netbook computer to
>>> Windows 7. I don't have an SMA, so if I want to upgrade to JAWS 12 I
>>> have to pay for it. I am running JAWS 12 in demo mode temporarily
>>> until I decide whether or not to upgrade. In your experience, does
>>> JAWS 11 work well with Windows 7 or is it critical to upgrade to 12 to
>>> get the best accessibility? I have to say that in the past I have
>>> found little benefit from upgrading, which is why I don't have an SMA
>>> and am hesitant to spend the money unless the upgrade is really
>>> important, so I would appreciate some honest feedback.
>>> Also, I noticed that the technician who installed Windows 7 on my
>>> computer also installed Internet Explorer 9. I recall some listers
>>> saying it is not accessible with JAWS 12, but I used it just to check
>>> email and had no problems. What exactly is inaccessible about IE 9?
>>> Thanks!
>>> Arielle
>>>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Sat, 01 Oct 2011 19:41:21 -0400
> From: Chris Nusbaum <dotkid.nusbaum at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing
> list<nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] help creating a Facebook group page
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> Hi Annemarie,
>
> Actually, I'd say that if I'm understanding your client's purpose
> correctly, she'd probably be better off with a fan page. This is
> because a group is mainly for discussion and interaction between
> people interested and involved in a certain thing. For example,
> as a 2011 LAW Program participant, I'm in the NFB LAW Program
> 2011 group on Facebook so I can interact with other participants
> and parents/chaperones at the program. Most businesses use a fan
> page if they're only looking to post announcements for a
> business, and anyone wishing to receive such announcements is
> asked to like (or be a fan of) the page. Fans of the page will
> only see announcements if the administrator of the page posts it
> in a status update. If the fans want to get other updates and
> wall posts from other fans, they need to go to the fan page's
> wall and look at the recent posts. I know that many businesses
> want to interact with their customers, but setting up a Facebook
> group would be like setting up a listserve like this one, and I
> don't think many businesses want that. If she only wants it for
> announcements, I would suggest a page rather than a group. If
> fans want to post comments, they can post it on the business's
> wall. However, the choice is up to her; if she wants a group,
> she can create one, although I don't suggest it. But I won't try
> to tell you or her what to do. If she wants a group, I'm sorry
> but I can't be of much help, as I don't know how to create one,
> nor join one on the mobile site. Does anyone know? There is also
> a list for blind Facebook users where you can post questions like
> this one. To subscribe, send a blank email with the subject
> Subscribe to bfb-subscribe at yahoogroups.com. Hope this helps!
>
> Chris
>
> Chris Nusbaum
>
> "The real problem of blindness is not the loss of eyesight. The
> real problem is the misunderstanding and lack of education that
> exists. If a blind person has the proper training and
> opportunity, blindness can be reduced to a mere physical
> nuisance." -- Kenneth Jernigan (President of the National
> Federation of the Blind, 1968-1986.)
>
> Visit the I C.A.N. Foundation online at:
> www.icanfoundation.info for
> information on our foundation and how it helps blind and visually
> impaired children in MD say "I can!"
>
>
> Sent from my BrailleNote
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Annemarie Cooke <aec732 at msn.com
> To: <nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Date sent: Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:13:40 -0400
> Subject: [nabs-l] help creating a Facebook group page
>
>
> Please excuse cross-post; I realized that this list may be my
> best resource for my question.
>
>
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>
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>
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>
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>
>
> I am working with a client to develop a page for her business on
> FB. I created a page and invited people to "Like" her business
> but it seems I should have created a "Group" instead of a fan
> page as no one is able to see page updates....
> Any way to re-create this Group pageusing the material already on
> the fan page?
>
> Many thanks!
> You can message me off list if that works better...
> Annemarie Cooke
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> Message: 5
> Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2011 18:01:43 -0600
> From: Arielle Silverman <arielle71 at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
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> Hi all,
> Thanks for your help. I downgraded to JAWS 11 and actually like it
> slightly better than 12, at least so far. I am using JAWS 11 with IE 9
> and so far having no problems.
> I love my netbook and use it as my primary computer, with an old Dell
> laptop running Windows XP as my secondary computer. I can run all the
> applications I normally use on my netbook (all of the Microsoft Office
> suite, Internet, Outlook etc.) and really don't notice the slower
> processor at all. It also works fine with JAWS and with a portable
> Braille display. The main advantage for me is the lightweight, compact
> design, not to mention the price (I think I spent about $400 including
> accessories, vs. $1000 plus for a conventional laptop). The only thing
> is that I'm noticing a slight bit of slowness in the Microsoft Office
> 2010 applications, which I don't know if that's due to the netbook
> processor, JAWS compatibility or just to my not quite having learned
> the new system. So I can't comment yet on how well Windows 7 runs on a
> netbook, but I can say for sure that Windows XP will run just fine on
> a netbook and I would recommend a netbook to any student in need of a
> new computer, especially if you are on a budget, and I think voc rehab
> could save thousands of dollars if they started buying netbooks for
> blind students instead of those bulkier and much more expensive
> laptops. That said, if anyone has had any disappointing experiences
> with netbooks or noticed problems I haven't experienced, please do
> contradict my enthusiasm.
> HTH,
> Arielle
>
> On 10/1/11, Katie Wang <bunnykatie6 at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hi Arielle,
>> Looking at some of the earlier threads, it seems that those who
>> suggested that IE 9 is not accessible got some misinformation-- JAWS
>> 12 does work with iE 9. I doubt that JAWS 11 would work with it
>> though, but since IE 8 is still pretty widely available you should be
>> able to download and use that instead. I'm personally still using
>> Windows XP, but I know other blind people who are running the Windows
>> 7 and JAWS 11 combo and have never heard any accessibility complaints.
>> I'm curious about your reference to a netbook computer. Is it a lot
>> smaller than a standard laptop? Do you use it as a secondary computer
>> when you are traveling, or is it pretty much your primary computing
>> device? What are its capabilities? I'm on the market for a new
>> computer so i'm just curious about what my options are. Thanks!
>> Katie
>>
>> On 10/1/11, Elizabeth <lizmohnke at hotmail.com> wrote:
>>> Hello Arielle,
>>>
>>> My sister has a laptop with JAWS 11 and Windows 7 installed on it that she
>>> lets me use from time to time. Since I am use to using Windows XP, I had
>>> some problems figuring out how to use the Windows 7 operating system, but
>>> I
>>> did not seem to encounter any problems as far as accessibility is
>>> concerned.
>>> I have never heard my sister complain about any accessibility problems
>>> either.
>>>
>>> however, she has not upgraded to Internet Explorer 9, so I do not know how
>>> well this program works with JAWS 11.
>>>
>>> Hope this helps,
>>> Elizabeth
>>>
>>>
>>> --------------------------------------------------
>>> From: "Arielle Silverman" <arielle71 at gmail.com>
>>> Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2011 12:16 PM
>>> To: <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: [nabs-l] JAWS 11 vs. 12 with Windows 7
>>>
>>>> Hi all,
>>>> I have a license for JAWS 11 and just upgraded my netbook computer to
>>>> Windows 7. I don't have an SMA, so if I want to upgrade to JAWS 12 I
>>>> have to pay for it. I am running JAWS 12 in demo mode temporarily
>>>> until I decide whether or not to upgrade. In your experience, does
>>>> JAWS 11 work well with Windows 7 or is it critical to upgrade to 12 to
>>>> get the best accessibility? I have to say that in the past I have
>>>> found little benefit from upgrading, which is why I don't have an SMA
>>>> and am hesitant to spend the money unless the upgrade is really
>>>> important, so I would appreciate some honest feedback.
>>>> Also, I noticed that the technician who installed Windows 7 on my
>>>> computer also installed Internet Explorer 9. I recall some listers
>>>> saying it is not accessible with JAWS 12, but I used it just to check
>>>> email and had no problems. What exactly is inaccessible about IE 9?
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Arielle
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
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> Message: 6
> Date: Sun, 2 Oct 2011 08:26:09 -0400
> From: Mary Fernandez <trillian551 at gmail.com>
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> rashig21 <rashig21 at hotmail.com>, kristamac at windstream.net, Iwilcox2011
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> Subject: [nabs-l] GABS Connecting the Dots Newsletter, Summer and Back
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> Hello All!
> I hope you are all doing well!
> Below you will find the Georgia Association of Blind Students official
> newsletter, Connecting the Dots.
> Thanks to Ms. Nikki Jackson who works so hard to put this newsletter
> together. And thanks to all who contributed!
> Enjoy
>
> On B.L.A.S.T.
>
> NFB Conducts Successful Protests
> Across the Nation
> (www.nfb.org)
>
> The National Federation of the Blind conducted over twenty
> informational protests across the United States to raise awareness
> about the practice of paying wages below the federal minimum wage to
> Americans with disabilities. The protests were held on the
> twenty-first anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act at the
> primary district office locations of United States senators serving on
> the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (the
> HELP Committee). The HELP Committee is currently considering
> legislation?the Workforce Investment Act?which would reauthorize the
> payment of subminimum wages to disabled workers.
>
> Lakeisha Holmes, A student at Valdosta State University, had the
> oppourtunity to participate in this historic event, while working as a
> Braille instructor at the Colorado Center for the Blind?s Summer
> Enrichment Program. Here is her experience in her own words:
>
> ?Equal Rights, Equal Pay, We Want Equal Wages Today!?
> On the early morning of Tuesday July 26, 2011, blind and sighted
> individuals from across the state of Colorado caught buses to downtown
> Denver to participate in a protest that could possibly change the
> lives of blind individuals across the country. We were all fighting
> for the equal wages of blind working individuals. The protest started
> around 10:00 AM in front of Senator Bennett's office. We all held
> signs reading "Do you believe in equality or Exploitation?? As we held
> our picket signs, we chanted "Equal rights, equal pay. We want equal
> rights today." This was an amazing experience for me. I had never
> participated in a protest before and to know I was doing it for an
> amazing cause made me excited. We chanted and marched nearly two
> hours. After our vocal efforts, we were hoping that a representative
> would come and address the crowd. Unfortunately, we were not granted
> this request. However, this did not discourage us and we knew our
> efforts did not go in vain. I am grateful to have been a part of such
> an amazing event. I am also glad that I got to have this experience
> alongside my wonderful Colorado Center for the Blind Summer Enrichment
> students! I hope they had a great experience as I did! Because of our
> protesting, the bill to vote on subminimum wages for blind individuals
> was delayed and wouldn't be signed for another full month. That made
> everyone involved realize that they did something amazing. Thanks to
> the Colorado Center for the Blind for allowing me a chance to take
> part of such an unforgettable movement.
>
> The Opportunity Of a Lifetime
> By
> Mary Fernandez
>
> ?Oh Mary, who do you know at the White House?? At hearing those words,
> my whole body perked up. Just moments ago, my biceps had been
> screaming at me. They were not used to carrying twenty pound boxes
> across campus, But as I heard the question coming from a post office
> worker who was peaking at my mail, I immediately forgot the pain.
> Dying to know what exactly that little envelope from the White House
> contained, I ran to my apartment across campus. I made it in record
> time and thankfully one of my roommates was sitting in the living
> room. I breathlessly greeted her and started to hand her the envelope.
> Seeing the address, she did not even wait for me to ask if she could
> please read it. Excitedly, she tore it open and began to read:
> ?The President and Mrs. Obama cordially request the pleasure of your
> company at the Cinco de Mayo celebration being held at the White
> House.?
> After much screaming and squeaking, I began to plan for the big day.
> Amidst my finals and moving out of college for the summer, I also
> had to figure out the all-important problem of what one wore to a
> gathering with the President of the United States, and who did one
> take? That next weekend found me shopping for a dress I would change
> the day before the event to another dress that I had fallen in love
> with, but decided to leave in the store at the last minute. The shoes
> and the jewelry were picked out. The makeup bag was replenished with
> all the right shades to make me look stunning that night and my date
> was chosen. Finally May 5th came along. My stomach was filled with
> butterfly as I got dressed. Thanks to the nerves, my usually rock
> steady hand when applying mascara was not so steady, which slowed me
> down some, But finally I was all primped and ready to go.
> After going through three security points, we began to walk along the
> perimeter of the Southwest lawn of the White House. We finally arrived
> at the East entrance and were welcomed by the staff who gave us
> further directions. The feeling of the White house was of complete
> elegance. Nothing was overstated. There was no golden tapestry, but
> rather quiet tones, natural plants and beautiful marble floors. We
> proceeded to the upstairs of the East Wing. And as we entered, Marines
> dressed in Mariachi regalia played Mexican music. As we walked further
> into this space, we were greeted by even more staff and were offered
> drinks. Yes, the White House has a full bar. After grabbing some
> bubbly, we continued to explore.
> Most of the East Wing was opened to guests. That meant we were able
> to see the Blue, Yellow, Green and Red rooms. Many of these rooms were
> favored by one President or another. My favorite was the Red Room,
> which is where the First Lady holds her social gatherings. There was
> some beautiful furniture and I took pictures sitting on some of the
> First Lady?s couches. The event was being held in the East Room, which
> is where the President, just the week before, had delivered his
> remarks on the Bin Laden capture and death. We also got the chance to
> see the State Dining Room, which is just a big dining room with many
> tables.
> After chatting with the Marines stationed at each room, my companion
> and I found out that the President would be doing a rope line.
> Basically, anyone standing closest to the rope, which would separate
> the audience from where he would be standing during his remarks, would
> get to shake his hand. Armed with this information, we proceeded to
> the East Room and stood right by the rope before the crowd got any
> bigger. Soon, everyone began to gather in the East Room and although
> it was only about 300 people, we were standing shoulder to shoulder.
> At last, the President came out and immediately, cameras began going
> off from every person in the audience. Not about to be outdone, I
> talked the lady NEX to me into taking some shots of the President and
> the First Lady.
> After the President was done speaking, the rope was let down and the
> crowd began to surge to the next rope up, which would be where the
> President and Mrs. Obama would be meeting us. I immediately grabbed my
> date?s hand and did my Jersey girl thing and began to push through the
> crowd to get my spot. Fortunately, most people realized what I was
> doing and that I had a cane so they gently steered me in the right
> direction. Finally, I felt the beautiful velvet rope in front of me
> and with it the certitude that I would be meeting the President of the
> United States. While we waited, the Secret Service agent closest to us
> explained that President Obama and his wife would not be able to stand
> and take pictures with us so if we wanted more pictures to take them
> as they came down the rope line. Finally, I could hear Michelle
> Obama?s voice right next to me. I?m extremely proud of how cool and
> composed I remained, despite the fact that I was meeting the first
> lady of the United States. As she stood in front of me, she grabbed my
> hand, but someone else was trying to talk to her. She quickly ended
> the conversation and gave me a hug! I told her how wonderful I thought
> she was and how I admired her sense of style and the elegant way she
> carried herself. She thanked me and expressed her appreciation for
> attending the event followed by a hug. I realize she said the same
> thing to pretty much everyone there that night, but I was okay with
> that. Michelle Obama had hugged me, Mary Fernandez!
> The President came next. My date had a few words for him that he had
> always wanted to tell the President. Obama bestowed a man hug on him
> and then moved to me. I must admit, the first thing that struck me was
> that his hands were kind of small, and that his wife was almost as
> tall as he was. Although, I had managed to be somewhat coherent with
> his wife, all I could say was, ?Mr. President, I just want to tell you
> that we love you.? He said, ?Awl. I love you too.? And while still
> holding my right hand, he reached up and touched my curls! Yes, he
> touched my hair!
> After I had recuperated sufficiently, we grabbed a few Hors d'oeuvres
> and soon it was time to go. As we walked out into the perfect DC
> night, and stood in front of the East Portico of the White House for a
> last picture, I knew that as long as I lived I would never forget the
> night that Michelle Obama hugged me and Barack Obama touched my hair.
>
> DID YOU KNOW???
>
> Did You Know:
> Bernard Morin, born 1931, was a French mathematician who is now
> retired. He has been blind since age 6, but his blindness did not
> prevent him from having a successful career in mathematics. Morin was
> a member of the group that first exhibited an eversion of the sphere,
> i.e. a homotopy (topological metamorphosis) which starts with a sphere
> and ends with the same sphere but turned inside-out. He also
> discovered the Morin surface, which is a half-way model for the sphere
> eversion, and used it to prove a lower bound on the number of steps
> needed to turn a sphere inside out.
>
> Did You Know:
> Erik Weihenmayer - born September 23, 1968 - is the first blind person
> to reach the summit of Mount Everest, on May 25, 2001. Erik was born
> with a disease called retinoschisis and became totally blind by the
> age of 13. He has also completed the Seven Summits in September 2002.
> Erik is also an acrobatic skydiver, long distance biker, marathon
> runner, skier, mountaineer, ice climber, and rock climber. In 2004, he
> led an expedition in Tibet called Climbing Blind project, including
> blind teens from the Braille Without Borders school for blind at
> Lhasa, Tibet.
>
> Who?s Hot???
> Name: Shaquanteay Mack
> Age: 23
> Hometown: Sandersville, Georgia
> Why She?s Hot: Shaquantaey, the creator of Connecting The Dots, is the
> first person from Georgia to attend Blind Incorporated, a NFB training
> center located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After completing her
> training, she was selected to serve as a summer counselor for Blind
> Inc?s summer enrichment program. Since returning to Georgia,
> Shaquantaey is attending the university of Georgia, where she is
> working towards her MBA. Shaquantaey is not only striving to make a
> difference in her own life, but she gives back in the efforts to make
> a difference in the lives of others. For that Ms. Mack, we commend
> you.
>
> Now That?s Hot!!!
>
> Eight Great Apps For The iPhone
> http://assistivetechnology.about.com/od/ATCAT6/a/Top-Iphone-Apps-For-The-Blind-And-Visually-Impaired.htm
>
> Apple TV commercials are so visually stunning they make the company's
> advancements in assistive technology all the more impressive. Products
> such as the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are becomingly increasingly
> accessible to blind and visually impaired people.
> With screen-access technology (VoiceOver) and a magnification program
> (Zoom) built into its iOS mobile operating system, users can enlarge
> the screen for easier viewing or drag a finger over it to hear app
> names and onscreen content read aloud.
> Here are 8 popular apps designed to help blind and visually impaired
> people use their mobile devices. All of these work on the iPhone (3GS
> and up); iPod touch (3rd generation and up); and the iPad 2.
> 1. LookTel Money Reader
> The LookTel Money Reader ($1.99) recognizes US currency in standard
> denominations ($1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100 bills) enabling
> blind and visually impaired people to quickly identify and count
> bills. Point the iPhone camera at any US bill and LookTel's object
> recognition technology via VoiceOver tells users the denomination in
> real time. Best to organize bills before hitting the nightclub; the
> app doesn't work as well in low light.
> 2. SayText
> SayText (free), developed by Norfello Oy, scans text within any image,
> such as a medical form or restaurant menu, and reads it aloud. Center
> the document under the iPhone camera and double-tap the "Take Picture"
> button. Then raise it slowly: a beep indicates that the entire
> document is in the phone's frame. The app's Optical Character
> Recognition utility then scans the text. Tap the screen for status
> updates. Once scanned, swipe right on the screen to hear the document.
> 3. Color Identifier
> GreenGar Studios' Color Identifier ($1.99) uses the iPhone camera to
> identify and speak color names aloud. Shades identified are specific
> to the point of annoyance (Paris Daisy, Moon Mist) for some users. The
> company makes a free app called Color ID Free that sticks to basic
> colors. Blind people will never wear mix-matched socks or the wrong
> shirt again. An interesting offshoot is using the app to distinguish
> shades of sky, enabling one to experience sunsets or gauge possible
> weather changes.
> 4. TalkingTag LV
> TalkingTag(tm) LV ($9.99) from TalkingTag enables blind people to
> label everyday items with special coded stickers. Users scan each
> sticker with the iPhone camera and record and replay via VoiceOver up
> to a 1-minute audio message identifying what's being labeled. The app
> is ideal for organizing a DVD collection, locating boxes during a
> move, or picking the right jelly jar from the refrigerator. Stickers
> can be erased and recorded over.
> 5. RFB&D Audio
> The RFB&D app ($19.99) provides access to Learning Ally's library of
> more than 65,000 audiobooks is considered the best source for K-12 and
> college-level textbooks. Users can download and play on all iOS
> devices. A Learning Ally membership is required and is free to those
> with print disabilities, including visual impairments and dyslexia.
> Readers navigate DAISY books by page number and chapter, can adjust
> playback speed, and place electronic bookmarks throughout the text.
> Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic became Learning Ally in April 2011.
> 6. Navigon MobileNavigator North America
> NAVIGON's MobileNavigator North America ($44.99) transforms the iPhone
> into a fully functional mobile navigation system that uses the latest
> NAVTEQ map material. The app offers text-to-speech voice guidance,
> enhanced pedestrian navigation, a turn-by-turn RouteList, location
> sharing via email, and a Take Me Home function. It also provides
> direct access and navigation to iPhone address book contacts.
> Navigation is automatically resumed after an incoming phone call.
> 7. Talking Calculator
> This easy-to-read app calculator ($0.99) speaks button names, numbers,
> and answers aloud through a customizable built-in directory that lets
> users record their own voice. Button names are spoken as your finger
> moves over the screen. Double tapping activates enters buttons. The
> calculator also has a high-contrast display mode to enhance
> visibility. Developer Adam Croser also makes the Talking Scientific
> Calculator app.
> 8. iBlink Radio
> Serotek Corporation's iBlink Radio was the first application promoting
> the digital lifestyle among the visually impaired, providing access to
> community web radio stations with formats spanning every genre. The
> iBlink network also offers radio reading services (USA Today, the New
> York Times, among hundreds), and podcasts covering assistive
> technology, independent living, travel, and more. The app's latest
> player toolbars simplifies navigation.
>
> F.Y.I. (For Your Information)
>
> October 2011: Meet the Blind Month
> (www.nfb.org)
>
> Meet the Blind Month is our nationwide campaign to increase awareness
> of and support for the National Federation of the Blind (NFB). During
> the entire month of October, affiliates and chapters throughout the
> country will be joining forces to spread the message that the NFB is
> the voice of the nation?s blind and that blind people are the best
> resource for learning about vision loss, blindness, and
> rehabilitation.
> The CTD Newsteam encourages you to get involved. Find a local chapter
> in your city and get out into the community to help shatter the
> misconceptions about blindness. Whether it be passing literature out
> to the public or taking the time out to read books to children at the
> local library, get out and do your part!
>
>
> 38TH Annual NFB of Georgia State Convention
> (www.nfbga.org)
>
> The National Federation of the Blind of Georgia would like to invite
> you to our Thirty-Eighth Annual State Convention. Our theme is: ?Let?s
> Go, Let?s Grow, Let?s Glow.? This year, our State Convention will be
> held on Friday, October 7 thru Sunday, October 9, at the Macon
> Marriott City Hotel | 240 Coliseum Drive | Macon, GA 31217. The State
> Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Georgia is the
> largest gathering of the blind in the state. Approximately 200 blind
> people, family members, friends, and blindness service providers come
> together for a weekend of seminars, presentations, workshops, and
> general discussions on training, technology, and strategies for
> improving the quality of life of blind people. The following is just a
> sample of the topics and activities:
>
> * NFB-NEWSLINE? New Features and Enhancements
> * Braille Literacy Initiatives
> * Georgians Empowered Through Mentoring Success
> * Braille Enrichment through Literacy and Non-visual Learning
> * NFB Youth Slam
> * Parents of blind Children Seminar
> * Blind Students Luncheon
> * Updates on State Education and Rehabilitation Programs
> For more information call the office at 1-866-316-3242. It promises to
> be an exciting and educational weekend.
>
> Bline Tech Support.. What is it?
>
> Meet Neil McCullough. A guy from the northern part of Ireland
> who went against the mad dash of IPopularity and got himself a Droid.
> At first, there was a lot of controversy on how accessible the Droid
> was as compared to the IPhone. And that was how the idea was born.
> Together with a group of friends, Neil thought to himself,
> ?What if I could prove it? What if I could compare, and contrast the
> two?? So he and his wife started a comparison on the things in which
> the two devices were similar, and demonstrating the differences. That
> was how the first podcast came to be. And, because of the nature of
> the ideas, the demonstrations of the products, this collection of
> podcasts began to grow.
> Now, it is a creative, and very demonstrative website: Blind Tech
> Support. Their podcasts range from further comparisons of IPhones to
> Droids, but to other things such as how to use certain aps on both
> devices. They even cover a range of topics involving screen readers:
> Jaws, NVDA, and WindowEyes.
> This website is still growing, however, and they could use the
> ideas any of us are willing to give. Even visiting their website just
> to promote them is a big help. Any ideas are welcome, just post a
> comment on the new boards that are now appearing. Blind Tech Support
> is a great, interactive user?s guide for anyone learning any of these
> 2 phones, or using new programs with screen readers. These are just
> regular guys, who don?t know, who don?t even pretend to know,
> everything there is to know about these things. But the things they do
> know, they share with the hope that we will take what they have to
> offer and pass it along.
> So, if you have a moment, go check out www.blindtechsupport.net
> Follow then on twitter at, @Blindtechsupport. Like their page on
> facebook at http://facebook.com/blindtechsupport/. But overall, happy
> learnings!!
>
> Ruth With The Truth
>
> Dear Ruth,
>
> I am sixteen years old and I have never been shopping on my own. I
> live with my grandmother and she believes that since I am blind, I
> can?t pick out my own clothes. I love my grandmother, but her idea of
> style is tops with ruffles and long skirts that sweep the floor.
> Yuck!!! I have gotten ideas from my friends on how to shop as a blind
> person and I am constantly reading the online fashion blogs to keep up
> with the latest trends. How do I convince my grandmother that I am
> able to do my own shopping? Please help!!!
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Granny Skirts and Ruffled Shirts
>
> Dear Granny Skirts,
>
> Firstly, you should try talking to your grandmother about the
> situation. Try explaining to her that blind people use alternative
> techniques to do their shopping. If possible, show her the fashion
> blogs and how the trends are always changing. Most importantly, you
> should show your grandmother that you can shop independently the next
> time you two go out to the store. Talk is one thing, but action is
> another! Hopefully, she will see that you are very capable of
> selecting your own clothes. I am sure she will give you this freedom
> sooner than later and maybe you could show her a fashion thing or two.
> Good luck!
>
> Ruth
>
> Upcoming Events
>
> October 7-9 NFBGA State Convention
> October 23 GABS Teleconference
> October 31 Happy Holloween!!!
> November 24 Happy Thanksgiving!!!
> November 27 GABS Teleconference
>
> Letter From the Editor
>
>
> Dear Connecting the Dots Readers:
>
> The CTD news team would like to thank you for taking the time out to
> read our division?s newsletter. This newsletter was designed not only
> to provide you with a variety of information, but also to give you,
> the reader, am opportunity to speak out and express yourself. If you
> enjoyed the newsletter, spread the word. If you weren?t quite
> satisfied and you would like to contribute a submission or you just
> had a question, contact us at ctdnewsteam at gmail.com. Remember,
> Connecting the Dots was not only created for the students, but by the
> students so we hope to hear from you guys. Look out for the release of
> the next issue sometime in December. Peace and Blessings?
>
> To
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> Mary Fernandez
> President: Georgia Association of Blind Students
> Emory University 2012
> P.O. Box 123056
> Atlanta Ga.
> 30322
> Phone: 732-857-7004
>
> "It's not worth doing something unless someone, somewhere, would much
> rather you weren't doing it."
> Terry
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