[Njabs-talk] SenseView Duo, Clarity, other similar devices

[Jason Capati]

Hey Phil,
I do not have much experience with the SenseView Duo, however, I have tried oen 
out and learned about it from others at my NJ State Convention.  It is a 
cool-looking device with a descent sized screen.  The camera is on the right 
hand side and there are buttons along both sides of it.  In my opinion it had 
too many different functions that made it a little complicated.  I also heard 
that the distance camera was not the best.  It had a small field and it was a 
little tedious to use.  With patience and time, it would probably be helpful 
though.  I have the second SenseView that is slightly smaller than the Duo 
wihtout the distance camera.  It has become my most used assistive technology in 
my classes for worksheets and quick reading, rather than for long texts, which I 
resort to my desktop CCTV.  This brings me to my next point.  The Clarity.  I 
was given one last year.  I found it a little bulky and a hastle carrying from 
room to room.  It took time to assemble and took up a good amount of space on 
the desk.  It was best for reading worksheets, not textbooks.  Other than that, 
the distance camera was helpful and clear.  IT gave me the opportunity to write 
my own notes, and be independent in my classes.  However, the short battery-life 
and bulkiness made it a bit of an inconvenience at times, and I ended up 
resorting to auditory note-taking and my SenseView.  I hope I was able to help, 
Phil.  If you have anymore questions, you can ask me.  Both devices are 
different and they all depend on the user and their preferences.  Good luck , 
man.




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From: Philip S <philso1003 at gmail.com>
To: New Jersey Association of Blind Students <njabs-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Mon, October 25, 2010 7:50:40 PM
Subject: [Njabs-talk] SenseView Duo, Clarity, other similar devices

Hi friends,

I was wondering if anyone has experience with digital magnifiers and
digital cameras such as SenseView Duo, Clarity and other similar
products.

How well does SenseView Duo work for distance to see writings on the
blackboard in classroom?  Are the images clear enough and is the
screen big enough?  How about close-up for reading?  Can you connect a
SenseView Duo to a laptop screen?

What's your experience with Clarity?

Any other good products besides these 2?

Thanks very much for your help!

Best,

Phil

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