[NAGDU] auxillary accessaries for mobility

[Gary]

hi

when I'm walking around I use nearby Explorer, available for Android and iPhone.  I have it set up to tell me the cross street.  I use it for route planning as well.  if I'm driving with someone then I usually use NE and Google maps since I find Google maps gives better driving directions like what Lane of a freeway to be in for turns etc.  NE is designed for the blind and has a pedestrian mode which is designed for walking speeds.  

gary


On October 5, 2017 3:11:19 PM PDT, Rachel Grider via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>Hello, Brenda:
>
>When I am traveling in a new place, I often use Blind Square, and
>sometimes I will use the Maps app along with it. Blind Square is great
>because it will give you information as you are walking like
>intersections and businesses. I also will use it sometimes when I am a
>passenger on a bus or in a car so that I can have a better idea of
>where exactly I am without having to ask a driver.
>
>I prefer to plan a route before actually doing it when possible
>because, like you, I prefer not to have my iPhone out for all to see,
>and I want to be fully focused on my dog and my surroundings; as we
>know, however, this is not always an option.
>
>I have also used The Seeing Eye GPS, but it seemed to be giving me
>information several blocks too late. This may have been a problem with
>my phone, though.
>
>Another option is the Maps app for the BraillenNote Apex. I believe
>that it is meant to be used with the Sendero GPS, but you can use it in
>virtual mode to check out a route before actually walking it.
>
>I hope this helps!
>Best,
>
>Rachel
>
>> On Oct 5, 2017, at 14:40, The Pawpower Pack via NAGDU
><nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hey Brenda 
>> Mostly I use the maps app on the iPhone and my apple Watch.  This is
>only for new places that I have never gone and maybe am not sure where
>to go. For everyday places I of course know where they are and how to
>get there.  I set up the route on the phone with my braille display and
>put both phone and braille display away in my bag.  The watch has
>specific vibration patterns for things like left and right so I don't
>need either the phone or display. Of course it will also talk but I'm
>deaf so that is no good for me. 
>> This is just what I do. It's not flauless but it works! 
>> 
>> Rox and the kitchen Bitches: 
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>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Oct 5, 2017, at 2:48 PM, Brenda via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>wrote:
>>> 
>>> hello list,
>>> 
>>> although I don't reply to every response, I am very thankful for
>replies to my posted questions. I have received a lot of valuable info
>from this list.
>>> 
>>> And...congratulations Gary on your new guide Gonzo. And...Vivianna,
>I'm glad things are going well with your new trainee guide.  I look
>forward to reading more about your progress.
>>> 
>>> Now for my question...
>>> 
>>> The visual interpreter app Aira seems really cool for nonmobility
>tasks,and can improve the mobility experience as well. There are also
>some navigation apps like the Sendero Seeing eye GPS and Nearby
>Explorer and the ultrasonic app that Buddy was going to test.
>>> 
>>> Most of these apps require a smart phone and an ear piece
>(preferably bone conducting).
>>> 
>>> What I'm wondering is if alot of guide dog handlers or cane
>travelers for that matter use auxillery travel aids and if so what
>ones.  To me it just seems like a whole lot of hastle to have to carry
>a bunch of stuff around.  I try to hide my iPhone so it is not a
>temptation for someone to decide they want to take it from me.
>>> Just curious on other's experiences as I am open to changing and
>adjusting my opinion.
>>> 
>>> thanks for any input,
>>> brenda
>>> bjnite at windstream.net
>>> 
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