[nabs-l] Phones with a fully accessible calender

Wed Mar 7 03:17:01 UTC 2012

Very much so.  Thanks!

On 3/6/12, Matt McCubbin <mgoalball at gmail.com> wrote:
> Justin,
> I'm pretty sure Verizon isn't selling the HTC OZone anymore. The phone
> is at least 2 years old. You may have good luck getting it used on EBay,
> or refurbished from Verizon or an electronics retailer.
> According to this page:
> http://aboutus.verizonwireless.com/accessibility/talks.html
> Verizon isn't offering Talks anymore, so you would need to purchase
> Mobile Speak from Code Factory.
> hope this helps.
> Best regards,
> Matt
>
>
> On 3/6/2012 8:56 PM, Justin Young wrote:
>> Humberto and all thanks for the suggestions.  I shall for sure look
>> into your suggestion of the HTC Ozone from Verizon.  It sounds
>> interesting.
>>
>> Justin
>>
>> On 3/6/12, Humberto Avila<avila.bert.humberto2 at gmail.com>  wrote:
>>> Hello,
>>>
>>> You can also get the HTC Ozone from Verizon. This phone has a physical
>>> keyboard, the keys may feel quite crammed  at first, though it is better
>>> than a touchscreen. It can include either Talks from Nuance
>>> communications,
>>> Inc., or Mobile Speak from code Factory. I believe you can get that phone
>>> with either of both screen readers pre-installed on it, or purchase
>>> either
>>> screen reader for a discounted, affordable price once you get the phone.
>>> I'm
>>> not sure if Verizon Wireless still does this, though, and you might want
>>> to
>>> ask around your Local Verizon store to see if they would offer that phone
>>> with or without talks or mobile speak. Happy phone-searchin'!
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>> Behalf
>>> Of Matt McCubbin
>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 4:44 PM
>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] Phones with a fully accessible calender
>>>
>>> Justin,
>>> Nokia is the manufacturer of the N82/N86. However, these phones won't be
>>> compatible with Verizon's CDMA network technology. You would have to
>>> switch to AT&T or TMobile to use these phones.
>>> Also, Nokia phones aren't sold through any of the major US carriers, so
>>> you would need to purchase one at a much higher cost, either new from an
>>> electronics retailer, or used.
>>> If you wish to stay with Verizon as your carrier, you have a couple
>>> options. However, if you want an accessible calendar on your phone, you
>>> will need to invest in a smartphone.
>>> 1. The iPhone starting at $99. You stated earlier that the iPhone's
>>> touchscreen didn't really work for you. Frustration is understandable,
>>> there is a definite learning-curve with this device. There are numerous
>>> resources available on the Internet to help you get up and going with
>>> the phone. Also, the National Braille Press is currently revising their
>>> "getting started with the iPhone" book. The calendar on the iPhone is
>>> completely accessible, and offers the location features you asked about.
>>> 2. An Android phone. With the right software, Android is quite
>>> accessible. In adition, some of Verizon's droid phones come with
>>> dedicated physical keyboards. Mobile Accessibility from Code Factory for
>>> $99 makes Android quite accesible, and offers more options to customize
>>> the screen-reader than VoiceOver on the iPhone. It's not quite like the
>>> out-of-the-box experience of the iPhone, but with MA, many aps for
>>> Android are made accessible. Plus, you can often get Android devices for
>>> free or inexpensively with a two-year contract.
>>> I strongly encourage you to spend a good amount of time with either
>>> operating system, Verizon offers at least a 14-day return policy.
>>> I hope this helps, and feel free to email me off-list if you have
>>> additional questions.
>>> Best regards,
>>> Matt
>>>
>>>
>>> On 3/6/2012 6:25 PM, Justin Young wrote:
>>>> Thanks a bunch for all of your feedback.  Who makes the Nokia N82/86?
>>>> That may be an optionworth at least looking at.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks again:)
>>>>
>>>> On 3/6/12, Ashley Bramlett<bookwormahb at earthlink.net>   wrote:
>>>>> Maybe a tactile overlay would help with the touch screen. I'm old
>>> fashioned
>>>>> and have a regular phone; it may have a calendar, but if it does it
>>>>> does
>>> not
>>>>> talk. It only talks when incoming calls come in. I
>>>>> use another calendar to stay organized. I wish NFB would push for more
>>>>> accessible phones. Come on, not everyone wants a smart phone; however,
>>>>> I
>>>>> would like access to the on screen menus; I want to know who called
>>>>> yesterday in my missed calls list; and I want to read texts. But No do
>>> not
>>>>> want the bells and whistles of the I phone.
>>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>>> From: Katie Wang
>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 2:05 PM
>>>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>>>> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] Phones with a fully accessible calender
>>>>>
>>>>> Hi Justin,
>>>>> Unfortunately, most smart phones these days feature a touch screen, so
>>>>> you might have to get used to that interface if you want something
>>>>> more sophisticated than the Haven. I currently have a Nokia Symbian
>>>>> phone with Mobile Speaks, which is a third-party screen reader, but as
>>>>> you might have heard Nokia has discontinued that line of products. I'm
>>>>> not a big fan of touch screens either but have resigned myself to the
>>>>> fact that I will have to get an Iphone at some point in the future--
>>>>> While it does come with a steep learning curve, I know plenty of blind
>>>>> people who love their Apple devices and am confident that you can
>>>>> master the technique too with some practice. Just my thoughts!
>>>>> Katie
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> On 3/6/12, Justin Young<jty727 at gmail.com>   wrote:
>>>>>> This is the phone I currently have.  When I tried to upgrade they
>>>>>> didn't really have much to offer in this regard.  So, I kept my Haven
>>>>>> because it was the best one I was familiar with.  I tried the touch
>>>>>> screen thing, but became a bit frustrated with it.  So, I'm curious of
>>>>>> there are any suggestions out there.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On 3/6/12, Ashley Bramlett<bookwormahb at earthlink.net>   wrote:
>>>>>>> which cell carrier are you using?
>>>>>>> The Haven from verizon is a  talking phone if you use verizon; not
>>>>>>> sure
>>>>>>> though if the calendar talks.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>>>>> From: Justin Young
>>>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 12:32 AM
>>>>>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>>>>>> Subject: [nabs-l] Phones with a fully accessible calender
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Hi to All!
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Hope you are all doing well.  I'm not sure if any could answer this
>>>>>>> question.  I am looking to possibly in a few months upgrade my phone.
>>>>>>> I am looking for possibilities of anything with an accessible
>>>>>>> calender
>>>>>>> where you can enter the location of the appointments and is non-touch
>>>>>>> screen.  I tried that once and it didn't really work for me.  Any
>>>>>>> suggestions you could offer is much appreciated as always!
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Thanks in advance:)
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Justin
>>>>>>>
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