[nabs-l] Braille Displays and Notetakers

Judy Jones sonshines59 at gmail.com
Wed May 10 17:43:42 UTC 2017


Also, another thing I thought of, as far as braille displays, the Orbit II is much less expensive if you just want a display to use with the computer or the phone.

Judy


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This device sounds awesome.

Sent from my iPad

> On May 10, 2017, at 1:24 PM, Judy Jones via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> By far, I would recommend the newer device coming out from HIMS, the 
> Polaris.  The first ones are due to ship either the end of this month 
> or in June, and orders are being taken.
> 
> The best thing is that this device is running  a later full version of 
> Android, and will be updatable by the user, with all the functionality 
> of being able to download the apps you want for the uses you want.  By 
> the time it ships, it will be a fully certified Google device and 
> totally Google compatible with Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google 
> Drive.  Polaris Office is mentioned, and this office suite is found on many Android phones.
> Also, since one will be able to download from the play store, Kindle 
> books should be accessible now on this note taker as well.  From my 
> experience, the Android Kindle app is fully accessible on my phone, 
> along with Microsoft's Outlook and Word, just to namea couple.
> 
> Here is a description:
> 
> HIMS+BrailleSense+Polaris+Data+Sheet.pdf
> The New Standard in Braille Notetaker
> HIMS Logo
> BrailleSense Polaris
> Seamless efficiency tool for school, work, and play BrailleSense 
> Polaris offers a new standard in blind-friendly applications with the 
> latest in cutting edge technology. BrailleSense Polaris levels the 
> playing field with specialized applications built around Polaris 
> Office Suite, while providing comprehensive access to popular Google 
> Apps such as Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Classroom. Surf the Web with 
> Google Chrome just like our traditional web browser. Use Polaris Word 
> to write a report and other documents with the same feel as Word 
> Processor. Sync your calendar to Google Calendar while using our 
> Organizer. You can even enjoy a book from BookShare, BARD, or other 
> sources in our DAISY reader, word processor, or via countless 
> blindness and mainstream services.
> BrailleSense intuitive interface with a touch of mastery We’ve kept 
> the traditional computer interface that has contributed to the 
> popularity of other BrailleSense models. BrailleSense Polaris has a 
> Perkins-style keyboard, a 32-cell braille display with cursor routing 
> buttons, and touch sensors above the display for enhanced navigation. 
> There are also touch sensors on the media buttons making them user 
> definable.
> Blind-friendly Notetaker Features Standard Programs Use our optional 
> thesaurus and multilingual dictionaries to broaden your vocabulary or 
> find an equivalent app in the Google Play Store.
> BrailleSense Polaris, lets YOU decide! Analyze spreadsheets with our 
> popular Excel Viewer, or read and edit spreadsheets in Google Sheets. 
> Read or give a presentation using our PowerPoint Viewer, or create 
> your own presentation from scratch in Slides.
> Tools for Today’s Students
> BrailleSense Polaris supports Google Apps, making it easy to utilize 
> Google services like Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides as millions of 
> other students do everyday. But, there’s more!
> BrailleSense Polaris provides unparalleled access to Google Classroom 
> for blind students and teachers alike. Collaboration among students 
> and teachers has NEVER been this easy. There’s support for Nemeth and 
> UEB Math, too. BrailleSense Polaris allows for display on the built-in 
> LCD display, tablets via Miracast, or an external monitor via the HDMI 
> port.
> Polaris at School
> Polaris at Work
> Polaris On the Go
> 888-520-4467 | www.hims-inc.com
> BrailleSense Polaris
> Easy Connectivity with Your Favorite Devices Connect BrailleSense 
> Polaris via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, or USB3 to your computer, iOS 
> device, Android device, tablet, or phone. Enjoy your own MP3 while 
> listening through the Stereo Speakers, or use headphones with the 
> audio jack for your private listening. Want to pay for something, 
> COOL! Use the built-in NFC feature.
> BrailleSense Polaris is even equipped with an on- board “Flippable” 
> LCD display. Allowing for more effective interactions between blind 
> students, visual teachers, parents, co-workers, and friends. Don’t use 
> BrailleSense Polaris just for work. Use it for play with the built-in 
> IrDA as a remote, or you can even relax while using Chromecast on your 
> TV.
> Polaris at Home
> 
> table with 2 columns and 17 rows
> Specifications
> BrailleSense Polaris
>  
> Model #
> H532B
>  
> Braille Display
> Multi-touch enabled 32-Cells
>  
> Keyboard Type
> Perkins-style
>  
> Platform
> Android OS 5.1.1 (Lollipop), 2.1GHz Octa-core (CPU), 3GB (RAM)
>  
> Flash Memory
> 64 GB
>  
> Video Display
> HDMI output, built-in LCD
>  
> Interface
> USB 3.0 micro OTG, USB 2.0, HDMI, SD Card slot, Touch-enabled Multi 
> Function Buttons
>  
> Network
> WLAN: 
> 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
> Bluetooth: 
> Bluetooth 4.2, IrDA, NFC (only in
> internal Apps)
> Ethernet: 
> USB to Ethernet (Optional)
>  
> Navigation
> Voice Trigger (“Hey Polaris”), Built-in GPS, RTC, Accelerometer, 
> Compass, Gyroscope
>  
> Media
> 13MP AF Camera, Alert (Vibration, Buzzer, Proprietary ringtones), 
> Stereo speaker, Stereo MEMS and ANC microphone
>  
> Applications
> App Store:
> Google Play Store
> Preinstalled Apps:
> Polaris Office (Word, Slides, Sheets, Email), Web Browser, Terminal 
> for Screen Reader, DAISY, File Manager, Schedule Manager, Address 
> Manager, Calculator, Calendar, Media Player, Time & Date, Alarm, 
> Stopwatch, FM Radio Optimized Apps:
> Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive,
> Classroom, APH Nearby Explorer
>  
> Supported File
> Formats
> Documents:
> HBL, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, CSV, PPT, PPTX, RTF, TXT, BRL, BRF, EPUB, 
> PDF, HTML/XML (in Web browser).
> Media: 
> YouTube, MP3, MP4, WAV, ASF, OGG, WMA, M4A, M3U, PLS, Audible (with 
> appropriate app), WMV, FLAC, MID, ACC.
> DAISY:
> DAISY 2.0/2.02/3.0, NIMAS 1.1, BookShare.org, Open Library, NLS, 
> Learning Ally (with appropriate apps)
>  
> Battery
> 18 hours, 5 hours to charge(AC adapter and USB), Wireless charging(Qi
> compatible)
>  
> Size & Weight
> 9.66” x 5.66” x 0.39” (W x D x H), 1.65 lbs
>  
> Security & Safety
> Kensington Lock, Braille Cell Cover, TPU Carrying Case
>  
> Warranty
> One-year limited parts and labor warranty table end
> 
> HIMS Logo
> 888-520-4467
> | www.hims-inc.com
> 4616 W. Howard Lane, Suite 960, Austin, Texas 78728 l e a r n m o r e 
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: NABS-L [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Bobbi 
> Pompey via NABS-L
> Sent: Wednesday, May 10, 2017 9:19 AM
> To: Karl Martin Adam via Nabs-L
> Cc: Bobbi Pompey
> Subject: [nabs-l] Braille Displays and Notetakers
> 
> Hello all,
> 
> I am in the market for a braille device. I would love to know what 
> devices you all own or have owned. It would be especially helpful if 
> you would share why you selected the device you own instead of others.
> 
> Thank you in advance and I look forwar to hearing your responses! 
> 
> 
> Bobbi A. L. Pompey
> (336) 988-6375
> bobbipompey at gmail.com
> 
> "Not everything faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until 
> it is faced" James Baldwin
> 
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