[nfbcs] using note takers vs. Braille displays/tablets

[Tracy Carcione]

I have recently bought a Varioultra 20 from Baum.  It is both a notetaker
and a braille display.  It connects either via Bluetooth or USB.  It is very
small and light.  It was also considerably cheaper than other notetakers,
probably because it doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles.  It has no
built-in internet connection, calendar, etc.  If I want that, I connect it
to something that has internet, like my iPhone.
The only drawback is the battery life, which is only about a day of hard
use.  But, if I remember to charge it, or carry a USB battery, it's not
really a problem.
Tracy


-----Original Message-----
From: nfbcs [mailto:nfbcs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Elizabeth
Campbell via nfbcs
Sent: Friday, July 28, 2017 9:20 AM
To: 'NFB in Computer Science Mailing List'
Cc: Elizabeth Campbell
Subject: [nfbcs] using note takers vs. Braille displays/tablets

Greetings all,

 

I need to replace my BrailleNote Apex that I've had for about six years.

I've used it out in the field quite a bit,and it's crashing at inopportune
times.

 

I had opportunities to look at various Braille displays and at the El
Braille at the NFB convention. I'm writing a proposal requesting that my
employer help with purchasing some new equipment.

I'm wondering if the best option would be to get a small Braille display
such as the Focus 14 and use it in conjunction with either my iPhone or a
Windows-based tablet.

I'm not sure if I need a note taker as I need a device for taking notes,
posting to social media and recording when I'm out in the field.

On the other hand, I like the idea of having one device to carry instead of
several.

 

Thanks in advance for your help and advice.

 

Best regards.

 

Liz Campbell

 

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