[Nfb-seniors] Dolphin Guide - Press Release

Tue Mar 17 13:53:50 UTC 2009

Press Release

Worcester, UK March 17, 2009 -- Dolphin Computer 
Access announce the appointment of two US master 
distributors for Dolphin Guide and the release of 
Dolphin Guide version 5 at CSUN, the 24th Annual 
International Technology and Persons with 
Disabilities Conference March 16th - 21st, in Los Angeles, CA.

Version 5 extends Dolphin Guide’s effortless 
support for low vision and blind seniors, or 
other people that want to use a computer, but who 
struggle with the complexity of the modern 
computer.  Steve Bennett, International Sales 
Director for Dolphin Computer Access explains

“Dolphin Guide removes the common computing fears 
and frustrations by presenting a simple menu 
system that sits on top of Windows, protecting 
the user from the more complex Windows 
interface.  Users are accompanied by a reassuring 
human sounding voice that confirms every step 
taken, and with the option to magnify the screen 
also, Dolphin Guide delivers an environment in 
which our users can gain the confidence they need to succeed.”

The launch of Dolphin Guide version 5 follows the 
successful integration of Software Express into 
the Dolphin Computer Access group following their acquisition in November 2008.

“We are delighted to announce that we have 
appointed two US master distributors for Dolphin 
Guide; EVAS & Access Ingenuity.  Both companies 
were the clear choice given their proven 
expertise in access technology and their 
excellent track record of first class customer 
support.  Both are essential criteria for our 
Dolphin Guide users and were therefore paramount in our decision making.”

As master distributor for the West Coast, Access 
Ingenuity will support users in their home state 
of California, as well as Washington, Oregon and 
Hawaii.  EVAS is appointed as master distributor 
on the East Coast supporting users in Rhode Island and the remaining 45 states.

Jerry Swerdlick, President of EVAS explains why 
EVAS is so committed to Dolphin Guide.

“We recognize there is a very large portion of 
the visually impaired population that have never 
been taught to use a computer.  Yet these people, 
frequently seniors and baby boomers, want to 
email their family, write and read their own 
correspondence and generally maintain their own independence.

We are really excited to be delivering Dolphin 
Guide to empower our low vision and blind users, 
enabling them to send and receive email, write 
and print letters, scan and read documents, 
browse the internet, and now with version 5, instant message.”

Michael Parker, President of Access Ingenuity 
explains:  “We are very thrilled to be working 
with Dolphin Computer Access on the distribution 
of Dolphin Guide.  We are already getting 
enquiries from all over the west coast and are 
now starting to establish our dealer & reseller network.”

Dolphin Computer Access, EVAS and Access 
Ingenuity are all exhibiting throughout CSUN, 
March 16th to 21st, in Los Angeles, CA.  To try 
out the new Dolphin Guide version 5 features and 
the other 20 plus popular computing functions all 
made achievable with Dolphin Guide; visit EVAS at 
booth 224 or the Access Ingenuity at booth 271 
within the Marriott LAX.  Alternatively you can 
request a free 30 day trial by visiting 
<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC00UOWH>www.DolphinGuide.com. 

Notes to editor:

1.  What is Dolphin Guide?

As the years roll on, the digital divide gets 
wider and society is in danger of leaving behind 
a generation of hardworking people that simply 
haven’t been taught to use a computer.  For most 
‘older’ people, computers simply weren’t 
available when they were younger.  For others the 
sheer complexity of the modern computer leaves 
them confused, lost and even 
demoralised.  Combine these problems with failing 
sight or even total sight loss and surfing the internet seems a distant dream.

Dolphin Guide is designed to take away all these 
fears and frustrations by offering a simple menu 
system that sits on top of Windows, letting users 
achieve their computing goals.  Users can type a 
letter listening to Dolphin Guide announce every 
letter or word.  If they hear a “quack” and the 
user knows they’ve made a spelling mistake.  With 
just two keys you can move up and down the 
Dolphin Guide menu and listen to your favorite 
options, including printing your newly drafted letter.

Dolphin Guide features clear and uncluttered 
screens that are designed to keep it simple.  And 
for the majority of the population that don't see 
as well as they used to, Dolphin Guide allows 
users to magnify the screen and zoom in for the 
detail with absolute clarity.  It also includes 
options to improve contrast by changing the 
colors and ensure the screen is crystal clear specifically for the user.

2. About Dolphin Computer Access Ltd

Dolphin Computer Access is one of the largest 
companies in the computer access industry, with 
over 80 employees in offices in the UK, USA and 
Sweden and dealers in over 30 countries 
worldwide.  The company offers a complete range 
of software solutions, including screen readers, 
screen magnifiers, DAISY talking book players and 
alternative format creation tools. More 
information about Dolphin is available at: 
<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC01UOWH>www.YourDolphin.com 
.

3. About the Dolphin Computer Acquisition of Software Express

The full press release can be read at 
<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC02UOWH>http://www.yourdolphin.com/newsitem.asp?id=295

4. About EVAS

EVAS, serving people with disabilities since 
1979, has teamed with Dell to provide Plug & Play 
Computer-Based  Solutions specifically designed 
for people who are visually, physically, hearing 
or learning disabled. Now, people with 
disabilities can benefit from EVAS' experience as 
a provider of accessible computers and the 
superior quality, support and service offered by 
Dell. EVAS Dell Xtra Series Systems are tools 
that can be used to gain independence – 
independence that can open doors to an education 
or employment opportunities and a better quality 
of life. The systems are specifically designed to 
help people with disabilities gain access to one 
of today's most powerful and useful forms of 
technology, the computer. EVAS' Xtra Series 
Systems are based on Dell's Optiplex™ and 
Precision™ Desktop PCs and Latitude™ Notebooks. 
These Plug & Play Solutions are fully integrated 
and run right out of the box with application 
software, peripherals and Assistive Technology installed and configured.

For information about EVAS please contact:

Sara Saint Jean
Vice President
EVAS

<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC03UOWH>www.evas.com

800-872-3827 Ext 310

<mailto:ssaintjean at evas.com>ssaintjean at evas.com

5. About Access Ingenuity

Access Ingenuity was founded in January 2002, to 
provide assistive technology and complete 
accessible solutions designed to meet the needs 
of an individual, institution, school, or 
organization.  Access Ingenuity offer work-site 
evaluations, product sales, system integration, 
and training to people with disabilities and 
disability support agencies throughout the 
U.S.  Access Ingenuity carry a wide variety of 
assistive technology devices, backed by a highly 
experienced staff with over 30 years experience 
in the assistive technology field. Their 
expertise is in the area of assistive technology 
for low vision and blindness, speech, hearing, 
learning disabilities, and physical impairments. 
They also specialize in public access solutions 
to meet the needs of libraries, schools, 
colleges, hospitals, employment centers, and 
other public 
venues. 
<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC04UOWH>http://www.accessingenuity.com/

For information about Dolphin or this press release please contact:

Hazel Shaw
Group Marketing Manager
Dolphin Computer Access

<http://www.SwiftPage4.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2W0LJ92XHQPACFIC05UOWH>www.DolphinGuide.com

www.YourDolphin.com

+44 1905 754 577 ext 218
+44 7989 444 541

<mailto:hazel.shaw at dolphinuk.co.uk>hazel.shaw at dolphinuk.co.uk

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