[NAGDU] auxillary accessories for mobility

Sat Oct 7 16:29:09 UTC 2017

No, it's just an earphone.
Tracy

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Subject: Re: [NAGDU] auxillary accessories for mobility

Does this C crane ear bud have a microphone to make phone calls and dictate?

JODY

thunderwalker321 at gmail.com 

"What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik
Weihenmayer

> On Oct 6, 2017, at 8:14 AM, Tracy Carcione via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> 
> For an earphone that doesn't interfere with other sounds, I really 
> like the CCrane monoaural over-the-ear earphone.  It hangs over my 
> ear, and doesn't block other sounds.  It's also more comfortable for 
> me than earbuds.  It's available from CCrane or from Perkins School for
the Blind.
> Tracy
> 
> 
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> From: NAGDU [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Haylie 
> Gallacher via NAGDU
> Sent: Thursday, October 05, 2017 7:25 PM
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> Cc: Haylie Gallacher
> Subject: Re: [NAGDU] auxillary accessaries for mobility
> 
> Seeing Eye Gps, Nearby Explorer, and Blind Square are all great apps, 
> and depending on what I am doing and where I am will determine which app I
use.
> I either use my Aftershockz headset or stick one earbud into my ear if 
> I don't happen to have that headset on me.  I take the earbud out of 
> my ear at street crossings though.  Seeing Eye Gps does have one 
> slight disadvantage which is if Sendero's servers are being slow or 
> down, information can be late, but usually, it is my preferred app 
> when I am walking around a familiar area.  People wonder why I use Gps 
> in familiar areas, and simple answer is one migraine can pop up at 
> anytime, and the Gps takes away the need to worry about staying 
> completely oriented, which does not happen in those situations.  
> Between the Gps and Belto, I have still been able to get places during a
migraine that I would not attempt otherwise.
> Haylie
> 
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> From: NAGDU [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Rachel 
> Grider via NAGDU
> Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2017 5:11 PM
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> Cc: Rachel Grider <rachel.grider at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [NAGDU] auxillary accessaries for mobility
> 
> 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: 
>> Mill'E, Laveau, Soleil
>> Pawpower4me at gmail.com
>> 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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