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Sunday, June 14th, 2009
_12:09 am_[blindvi]	Blind VI Now on Twitter & Facebook! More ways to promote/support Blind VI and spread the word about the website!Twitterhttp://twitter.com/BlindVIBlind VI now has a twitter page! Please follow Blind VI! This is a great tool for those who have no time to read a long lengthy blog entry. Lots of people can read stuff on their mobile phones so this is something new that could be a positive for the website. Once you're following Blind VI's twitter page, spread the word by telling your entire followers list to follow Blind VI!Facebook Fan Pagehttp://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/pages/Blind-VI/37535532979Everyone's doing it! Please place Blind VI as one of your fan pages! Click on Become a Fan and then click on the SHARE button and share Blind VI's fan page info to all your friends on facebook. And ask them to become a fan to Blind VI as well to support the website. Current Mood: excited (Comment on this)
Thursday, March 13th, 2008
_7:32 pm_[rangoon]	GW Micro Announces the Braille Sense Plus GW Micro continues to lead the way with new and innovative products for blind and visually impaired people. In March 2005, GW Micro officially announcedit would be selling a new notetaker, the Braille Sense. Since then, software updates have been free for the Braille Sense, and it continues thrive inthe notetaker market. This year, GW Micro is proud to announce the next generation of the Braille Sense: the Braille Sense Plus. The Braille Sense Plus continues in the traditionof the original Braille Sense by keeping its user removable battery. The Braille Sense Plus adds an SD slot to its already numerous features. The LCDhas been improved for larger font size, making it easier for teachers of the visually impaired and other sighted people to see what is on the display. It boasts an impressive 8 GB of built-in memory (the largest in any notetaker) and 128 MB of RAM for quick response time. The Braille Sense Plus keepsthe built-in Ethernet port, serial port, and VGA Port, along with one CF slot, two USB ports, and more. The Braille Sense Plus even contains a key lock switch to lock either the top panel or all keys to make it easy to listen to music without the need to worryabout bumping any buttons. The Braille Sense Plus also now includes built-in Wi-Fi (with 802.11 b/g support) and built-in Bluetooth. In addition to the many hardware upgrades, the new Braille Sense Plus now runs on Windows CE 5, allows the end-user to record directly to MP3 format, andGW Sense Navigation can even be run on the Braille Sense Plus to utilize GPS. The Braille Sense Plus retails for an introductory price of $5,995, and will begin shipping in May. For questions or comments, email us at sales@gwmicro.com or call us at (260) 489-3671. Make sure to check out the Braille Sense Plus on the web at www.gwmicro.com/Braille_Sense/Braille_Sense_Plus (Comment on this)
Friday, December 28th, 2007
_10:37 pm_[bluedolphin79]	Braille Lite Users Community Hi All! I just wanted to let you all know that I have created a community Called Braille Lite users. The community is intended for all who use a Braille Lite. Regardless if it is Braille Lite 2000 Braille Lite 40 or M 20 or 40. (Comment on this)
Sunday, May 27th, 2007
_9:06 pm_[ftealucard]	Pacmate bx420 speech/braille PDA for sale with accessories Hello all-I've decided to sell my pacmate bx420 with accessories, please pass this on to anyone whom you think might be interested. I am asking 1500butIcangodownto1500 but I can godown to 1500butIcangodownto1000 if someone wants me too. I'll accept paypal or money order and the unit is in excelent condition but for the notes below.My contact info isJay PellisE-mail jalucard@adelphia.netAOL messenger ftealucardMSN jalucard@adelphia.netYahoo messenger ftealucardand Skype ftealucardThanks and info is below.Pacmate unit with 20 cell portable braille display and latest software revision 4.1Original boxAC adapterUSB cable to connect pacmate to pcPacmate documentation cd and microsoft pocket pc companion cdCase that originally comes with the unit which is a laptop style caseQuick start guide in print and brailleSprite backup program registration code in print and brailleIncluded accessoriesExecutive products bx420 leather case and pouch to hold AC adapter, unit can be used while inside case, case includes compartment to hold memory cards orheadphonesSocket Communications Ethernet Card, model EA2912-325 Drivers available fromwww.pacmategear.comAmbicom Wireless b/g compact flash card, model wl54, drivers available fromwww.pacmategear.com,this card supports WPA security as well as WEP securityTwo compact flash cards, 512mb and sandisk 4gbSome notes, please read carefullyUnit/braille display has been used for 1 year, was replaced in the summer of 2006, serial number is different from listing on sprite backup code sheet howeverregistration code still worksUnits are not currently under software or hardware maintenance agreementsCable that goes from the square power supply of the adapter to the wall is different then the original but it charges the unit fineUnit is missing mini USB to standard USB adapter to connect things such as USB hard drives, $15 from freedom scientific, model number 700115-001 or alsoavailable at most computer storesPin of dot 6 in cell 4 of the braille display is stuck in the down position, cleaning may fix but if not, hardware maintenance agreement would be requiredRight most advance button still moves display as it should but does not give physical click feedback, maintenance agreement would be required (Comment on this)
Monday, March 5th, 2007
_6:02 pm_[caitlin45]	mPower Pricing Hi All, Do any of you happen to know approximately how much a BrailleNote mPower BT with an 18-cell braille display would cost, with no transplant? I just need an approximation...Thanks so much!Caitlin (1 Comment \|Comment on this)
Friday, October 27th, 2006
_1:35 pm_[chezames]	Need Advice Is anyone here still?I am going to get a notetaker soon nd I'm confused and torn! I am trying to choose between the Braille Sence and the PacMate BX440. I don't think either does everything I want so it's a toss up. I'd like opinions of users of one or both of these. And if yo use another notetaker and have opinions/advice, that's great too.And here is what I'm wanting to do, so maybe someone can give me advice on which machine is best for what :Use the notetaker as braille display for computeruse notetaker as the ONLY input source for computer - no computer keyboardread brf bookssyncronize my outlook contacts AND e-mail with my computeruse instant messengers such as MSN and AIM when the notetaker IS attached to the cmputer AND when it's NOT attached to the computer (running it on it's own internet connect).I'm not too concearned with audio featers, I'm also deaf.Thanks in advance :-) Current Mood:* confused (3 Comments \|Comment on this)
Thursday, June 29th, 2006
_1:43 am_[rangoon]	Keysoft 7.2 audio Preview A 55 minute audio preview of KeySoft 7.2 is now available from the HumanWare web site. You can download it athttp://www.humanware.com/Products/Notetakers/braillenote_tutorials.aspIf you are attending the NFB and ACB Conventions in the US this year, this is also one of the items contained on a HumanWare CD which you can obtain from our booth.Jonathan MosenBrailleNote Product Marketing ManagerHumanWare (Comment on this)
Thursday, June 15th, 2006
_2:29 am_[rangoon]	Braille Sense Featured on 'On the Move' For those of you who don't already know, GW Micro has begun a monthly radio program where they discuss their products and adaptive technology. The program airs on the first Tuesday of the month at 8:30 P.M. central time on the Chicagoland Radio Information service, and streaming on the Internet at thechicagolighthouse.org. The program which aired in May was dedicated to the notetaker that they market, the Braille sense. It featured a half-hour interview with one of their new employees, Chris Park, talking about the various features and advantages that the Braille sense has over other notetakers. If you're considering the Braille sense, or are in the market for a new notetaker, then you'll want to listen to this program. The program has been archived for your listening pleasure, so go grab it today!Now returning you to your regular friends page. (Comment on this)
Monday, March 27th, 2006
_5:39 pm_[rangoon]	Introducing the Icon We here at notetakersnich are pleased to give you the exclusive skinny on notetakers before they even hit the market. That's just how on top of things we really are. Anyway, we're pleased to tell you about a new notetaker that will be hitting the market this summer. The Icon will revolutionize the notetaker industry for the blind when it comes to size and capacity. This little unit features a 20 gb internal hard drive with an additional 256 mb non-volatile flash storage. An SD slot allows you to expand the capacity by providing for portable storage on an SD card. The unit is still in prototype, but the final production units will be shipped with a blazingly fast Intel X-scale processor. Some of the features included on the device are:WordprocessorAddress bookMedia playerBook library that can read bookshare contentThe library has two unique, exciting features. Just like Kurzweil, you can search the Internet for books from the device without having to go on the web. Another cool feature called "periodicals" allows you to subscribe to newspapers on Bookshare and download each new issue each day with just the push of a button. Despite the fact that this device is not yet even in production, we have amassed a lot of information on it already for your review. You can listen to demonstrations of the device being given to:Marlaina Lieberg Larry Skutchan Discussions about the Icon with Mark from Level Star, makers of the IconKeep watching this space for more info on this new exciting and what suggests to be very competitive device for the notetaking market. (Comment on this)
Wednesday, March 1st, 2006
_7:37 am_[daisydacia]	NFB community Hi everyone one of my friends has created a community for people who are interested or are involved in the NFB or anyone else who wants to join, but I want to make something clear. We are maintainers and no bashing or flaming of the NFB or it's beliefs will be tolerated. The URL address is "http://www.livejournal.com/community/nfb_federation/" I hope everyone will join.x-posted everywhere (Comment on this)
Thursday, February 16th, 2006
_10:47 pm_[daisydacia]	anyone in Missouri? If this is not allowed feel free to delete.Hey is their anyone who lives in Missouri? If so I encourage you to check out the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) convention. If your a high school student or a college student at any level feel free to join our student division. The Missouri Association of Blind Students. (MABS) The convention is March 24-26 in Jefferson City. We will have our annual business meeting that Friday at 9:00 and our annual lunchon that Saturday at 12:00. If their is anyone from Missouri please feel free to add me to your friends list and post a comment to this entry telling me where you live, please. For more information about the convention go to: "http://www.nfbmo.org" and click on the link that says 2006 state convention. You need to do this soon because rooms are filling up.x-posted every where. Current Mood: lethargic (Comment on this)
Friday, February 3rd, 2006
_7:01 pm_[daisydacia]	community for blind teachers If this is not allowed feel free to delete. Hey everyone I have just created a community for anyone who wants to be a teacher and is blind and is enrolled in a college program for teacher certification, who is considering enrolling in one or is currently a teacher. The purpose of this community is for blind teachers and students who are working towards certification to ask each other questions and learn teaching tips and strategies. The URL address is "http://community.livejournal.com/blindteachers/" I hope all of you will join.x-posted everywhere Current Mood: sleepy (Comment on this)
_12:19 pm_[daisydacia]	blind teachers or anyone who wants to be a teacher who is blind? if their are any of you who are going to be teachers or who are teachers and have advice for us students who are blind and want to teach? Also are their any groups for VI teachers and students who want to be VI teachers or any communities on livejournal?thanks I was considering starting a community for just teachers and people who want to be teachers but I don't know I want others oppinions who share the same goal.x-posted everywhere Current Mood: hopeful (1 Comment \|Comment on this)
Thursday, January 19th, 2006
_11:16 pm_[rangoon]	HumanWare Announces Launch of Key Maestro HumanWare launches KeyMaestro, the Wireless Braille Keyboard for the Maestro PDALongueuil, January 19, 2006 -- HumanWare is pleased to announce the release of KeyMaestro, a portable Braille Bluetooth keyboard, offering enhanced notetaking capability to the Maestro PDA. Now users can input data quickly and conveniently in computer Braille or Grade 2 anytime, anywhere.The HumanWare light and highly portable Braille keyboard uses Bluetooth technology, allowing users to communicate with the Maestro PDA without the hassle of cumbersome wires and adapters.Maestro, the first mainstream pocket computer accessible to the blind and visually impaired, allows to manage appointments and contacts, take text notes with a standard or Braille keyboard, record voice memos, consult and edit documents, read books, manage your e-mails, listen to music, and more, all in the palm of the hand.KeyMaestro is a full Perkins-type keyboard. The user can input data in Braille, quickly access favorite applications, enter commands with special function keys and enjoy the convenience of compact portability. KeyMaestro can be used alternatively with the tactile keyboard of PDA without quitting the active Maestro (or Trekker) application.The KeyMaestro keyboard has an improved power management. The keyboard has a power on/off key, battery autonomy of 100 hours of continuous use and a power-saving auto-sleep mode. Visually impaired users can also know the battery status via audio feedback. The Bluetooth Manager of the Maestro platform has been finely tuned to provide users with a robust, easy-to-connect interface. Once the keyboard has been enabled, Maestro will automatically communicate each time you want to use it, as soon as the Maestro and KeyMaestro have been turned on.KeyMaestro comes with a carrying case and four AAA batteries and is available now from HumanWare and its distributors.About HumanWareHumanWare designs and manufactures innovative technology for people who are blind and visually impaired. Products like the SmartView video magnifier and more recently myReader-the world's first low vision auto-reader- are redefining the way people look at low vision while the Victor Reader family of Digital Talking Book players has been at the forefront of the industry since its inception. The BrailleNote is the best-known solution in the notetaker market today, and is complemented by the Maestro handheld notetaker for the blind. HumanWare also produces the world's only commercialized GPS-based orientation solutions for the blind-Trekker and BrailleNote GPS.For more information contact:Nicolas LagacéHumanWare CanadaPhone: (450) 463-1717 ext. 341E-mail: nicolas.lagace@humanware.comWeb: www.humanware.com (Comment on this)
Wednesday, January 11th, 2006
_5:40 pm_[rangoon]	the mPower comes to AccessWorld AccessWorld has been very good about keeping up with the developments in the Braillenote product line, mostly thanks to their contributor deborah Kendrick. Once again, she doesn't let her readers down. The January 2006 edition contains an article about the BrailleNote mPower and its various features. You can see pictures of the device, view a chart rating its various features, and read her analysis of the mPower's new features. The article mostly focuses on how the mPower differs from its predecessors in the BrailleNote family line. Since KeySoft 7 has yet to even be released (except for certain people in this community who I know are playing with beta copies), there is no mention of it or the additional features that will be available on the BrailleNote devices after it is released. Still, the article does a good job providing an analysis of the current capabilities of the mPower. Go read it today. (Comment on this)
Thursday, December 22nd, 2005
_11:45 am_[rangoon]	GW Micro Announces New Braille sense Software Upgrade GW Micro Announces New Braille Sense Software UpgradeGW Micro is pleased to announce the release of the latest software upgrade for the Braille Sense. This new software update allows users to take advantage of Bluetooth technology, use Daisy 3.0 books, play Winamp files, use enhanced web browser support, and more.With the Bluetooth technology, users can connect to a computer (using a CF Bluetooth card or USB Bluetooth device) to transfer files, access an Internet connection through a PC, and use the Braille Sense as a wireless refreshable Braille display. When connected to a computer as a wireless Braille display with Window-Eyes, the Braille Sense can also be used to control the computer.This new software upgrade also boasts enhanced support for the Braille Sense as a refreshable Braille display through a USB connection; ActiveSync is no longer required to use the Braille Sense as a refreshable Braille display through USB.Users will also enjoy the newly supported audio file formats of wax, pls, and mpa, allowing them to play Winamp files on the Braille Sense, and stream the wax media files directly from the Internet.The Daisy 3.0 format allows textbooks to be presented in both audio and Braille. With the latest Braille Sense software upgrade, textbooks conforming to the National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard will be accessible to Braille Sense users.The new Braille Sense software upgrade also enhances the Braille Sense web browser, allowing users to view all links on a page in a concise list, a feature Window-Eyes users have come to know and love.Braille Sense software upgrades are accessible easily through online access using the Upgrade Braille Sense OS option in the Braille Sense Utility menu.For more information, please contact our Technical Support department at 260-489-3671, or via email atsupport@gwmicro.com. Jeremy CurryGW Micro, Inc."The voice of vision."Phone: (260) 489-3671Fax: (260) 489-2608Email: jeremy@gwmicro.comWebsite: www.gwmicro.com (Comment on this)
Monday, December 19th, 2005
_8:01 pm_[nina_rahal]	Urgentl.y looking for blind volunters to participate in a research on the blind and architecture Hello every one,I am a postgraduate student at the Glasgow School of Art, doing a research on the blind and the way they perceive the built environment, in addition, I am participating in a design competition for The Roosevelt Island Universal Arts Centre in New York, which is a performance art centre for the peoplewith multiple disability.I am looking urgently for blind volunteers who are interested participate in an activity that relates to the way blind people perceive and represent spaces, mainly public pedestrian spacesin the cities’ shopping areas.This project is an opportunity for the blind people tolevel their voices on issues related to the urbancondition, to inclusive design and diversity of users,and help expanding the knowledge on the richness ofhuman capacities.The volunteers are required to describe one, or morespaces. These spaces should be ,as mentioned before, part of the shopping areas or related to them. They can be in door or outdoor spaces, or in between. They can be transitional spaces, connecting spaces , such as the streets, elevators, escalators, ramps, or the glass facades, a restaurant, benches, a bus stop, or anyspace the volunteer consider worth describing or apersonal landmark.The choice of the place, its size, use and location,and its level of familiarity is up to the users.What we need for the research is the description ofthese places by the blind participants and theirimpact on them.We need to explore what senses are most bias or activein the blind persons perception of a specific space,and how a blind person imagine the physical featuresof a space or attempt to anticipateit. So, do some spaces, and not objects, provoke more thesense of touch than the auditory, or can some spacesreveal their features to the users through standingstill rather than through successive movements inspace?The volunteers can choose spaces familiar to them, orspaces they encountered with once, yet it is verynecessary that they specify the location of thesespaces, the time they conducted their perception andits duration.The description is preferably via text, however thevolunteers are free to add other media in theirdocumentation, such as: 1. Photography ( video recording or stillphotography) 2. Audio recording 4. Drawing 5. Sculpture, or any other medium they considerexpressive. The length of the document is up to the volunteers as well.Due to my research submission deadline, which is on the 24thof January 2006, I would appreciate to receive thecontribution prior to this date.The work will be used as a reference for theacademic research I am undertaking which will respect,and acknowledge the participants authorizationin using their work as case studies.Regarding the work of the participants, itwould be very appreciated if the documentaries be sentelectronically ,on my email address below or via regularmail. I can also propose to arrange collecting thesedocumentaries from the volunteers if necessary.I am currently living in Guildford, UK and can becontacted on the following address:10 Old Farm RoadGU 1 1QNGuildfordSurreyTel: 00447910838223My personal e-mail address is: nina_rahal@yahoo.co.ukI am glad to clarify further any point with thevolunteers.I am looking forward to hear from you.Thank you all in advance.Sincerely,Nina (Comment on this)
_1:36 am_[rangoon]	Introducing the Maestro The Maestro from HumanWare was the first notetaker to use mainstream PDA technology to provide the blind with an information management solution. It runs specially-developed software on a commercial PDA, and provides Braille input to the device using a rubber overlay which places buttons on the smooth touch screen. The special software provides access to word processing, contact management and E-mail features. Additionally, it offers features not available on a mainstream PDA, like a talking GPS solution and a Daisy book player. You can now listen to a demonstration of the Maestro to get a better feel for its features and how they work. If you're looking for an economic device which will provide word processing, address book and E-mail capabilities, allow you to exchange files and sync your contacts and messages with your PC, an affordable GPS solution, and a PDA that can play Daisy books, then the Maestro might be the right choice for you. HumanWare's large investment into research and development, commitment to supporting its customers, and reputation for excellence in designing products that meet the needs of the blind community signify that the Maestro will continue to develop into an even more useful product that will be around for a long time to come. Current Mood: drunk (Comment on this)
Wednesday, December 7th, 2005
_7:00 pm_[brainbuddy]	seeking adult blind participants for nyc study Hello, I am a graduate student who is part of a team begining to study how hearing, deaf, blind, and seeing brains respond to different combinations of sensory stimuli. If you live in the nyc area and have congential blindess please read our call for participants below. Please email with interest or any questions to brainbuddy@gmail.com Thanks, Meredith Nathan Kline Institute- Rockland County, NY Our Cognitive Neurophysiology Laboratory is looking for people who have been blind or deaf since early childhood to participate in a research study. The study will record non-invasive measurements of brain activity while participants perform a multisensory task. This is the first study to compare how the brain’s response to touch varies between blind, deaf, and sighted and hearing participants. We will also assess how the brain combines information from the sense of touch with visual and/or auditory information. We believe that early blind and deaf individuals may have developed special abilities to process and respond to these kinds of multisensory combinations. Understanding the way senses are combined in the visually- and hearing-impaired will help to develop more effective rehabilitative therapies and adaptive environments to facilitate daily living. To complete the multisensory task, small vibration stimulators and LED lights will be placed on the forefinger and thumb of the participants’ hands. Two speakers will also be aligned next to their hands. Participants will be asked to respond to each stimulus by depressing a foot pedal with their right foot. The vibration will feel like vibrations from an everyday pager or cell phone. Participants will wear a cap, similar to a swim cap, for the duration of the experiment. The cap has holes in it where electrodes are attached. These electrodes will monitor and measure the activity of the brain (also called EEG). EEG is very much like EKG used for heart monitoring; just as a tape recorder records the voice, an EEG records the brain’s activity. This is a non-invasive, pain-free procedure. Gel will be put into the electrodes to make sure there is good contact with the scalp. Participants’ hair will be washed at the end of the recording session. Putting on the cap and going over informed consent will take about 45 minutes. Participants will be reimbursed $10/hour for their time. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Participants will take regular breaks from the experiment throughout the day. We estimate that this study will take between 6 and 7 hours. Transportation will be provided if necessary. If you are interested in participating or have any questions, please contact us: Cognitive Neurophysiology LaboratoryNathan Kline Institute140 Old Orangeburg Rd.Orangeburg, NY 10962Email:brainbuddy@gmail.comPhone: 845-398-6538 (Comment on this)
Tuesday, December 6th, 2005
_4:16 pm_[caitlin45]	KeySoft 7.0 Is Coming!!! Hi All!For those of you who aren't members of braillenote, check this out! KeySoft 7.0 is coming, to all models of the BN, and it's packed full of good stuff. I am sooo excited, and I know you all will be too!Cheers,CaitlinKEYSOFT 7 IS COMING!HumanWare will be releasing KeySoft 7 in mid-January 2006, and it's ourbiggest and best release ever!Whether you have a BrailleNote or VoiceNote mPower, a BrailleNote PK, or aBrailleNote or VoiceNote Classic, there's a version of KeySoft 7 that willbe available for you. KeySoft 7 takes one count from your SoftwareMaintenance Agreement (SMA). An SMA allows you to receive two major versionsof KeySoft for the price of one. Remember, SMAs only can be used for aversion of KeySoft if they are purchased prior to the release of thesoftware concerned. So if you are not yet an SMA holder, ensure you get thebest deal on KeySoft 7 plus the next major release of KeySoft by purchasingyour SMA now. What a great holiday present for you or that specialBrailleNote user in your life.Note that the cost of KeySoft 7 on its own is exactly the same as the costof an SMA, so an SMA represents by far the best value for money.Contact HumanWare or your local dealer for KeySoft 7 pricing.Please note that KeySoft 7 will not run on the original BrailleNote,discontinued in 2002, that does not have a compact flash slot in the back ofthe unit. The latest version of KeySoft that runs on these units is 4.02. ByBrailleNote Classic, we refer to the BrailleNotes and VoiceNotes prior toBrailleNote and VoiceNote mPower that have a compact flash slot in the backof the units. Original BrailleNote owners should contact Humanware abouttransplanting to BrailleNote mPower.What's in KeySoft 7?We promised that KeySoft 7 would be our best release ever, and as you lookat this extensive feature list, you can see we've packed in a wide range offeatures that will change the way you work, learn and play.Key Base, Available on All ModelsWith KeyBase, you've got it sorted! This new application, available fromKeySoft's Main Menu, is a powerful database manager allowing easy creationof your own databases. KeyBase ships with many useful databases to assistyou in cataloging your music collection, keeping track of home inventory,entering recipes, logging ham radio contacts and so much more. But the stepby step wizard-style interface of KeyBase makes it a snap to create your owndatabases too. Simply tell KeyBase the names of your fields and the type ofdata you want to store in that field. Be specific right down to the kind ofBraille you want to be entered into a field if you wish. Want to share yourdatabase with others? Then you can even customize the messages users readwhen they press the help key when entering data into each field.KeyBase allows easy importing and exporting to and from many applicationsincluding Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and many on-line bankingsystems.KeyPlus Just Got Smarter with Fractions, Available on All ModelsWork with fractions in the updated KeyPlus Scientific Calculator. As well asperforming standard mathematical operations, you can convert fractions todecimals and vice versa, convert fractions to and from percentages, converta fraction to its lowest terms, and much more.Let the Games Begin, available on all modelsOne of the most frequent questions asked of HumanWare about the BrailleNotefamily has always been, "can you play games on this?" Now, the answer is aresounding yes, as interactive fiction comes to KeySoft. Interactivefiction, also known as text adventures, will take you into mysterious worldswhere you can look at your environment, move around, collect objects, talkto all kinds of strange creatures and sometimes find yourself trapped. Thereare hundreds of compatible interactive fiction games available for downloadon the Internet, ranging from educational titles for kids right through toepic fantasy for the serious gamer, and you can play them right on yourBrailleNote or VoiceNote.Easily switch in and out of games when you need to check e-mail or make anote, play music in the background while you solve the latest mystery, orsave games for later resumption.Braille Input for JAWS for Windows, available on all modelsWindow-eyes users have for some time been able to control their Windows PCfrom their BrailleNote in Braille terminal mode. Now, that feature isavailable for JAWS for Windows users as well. Compose e-mail, write aMicrosoft Word document or work with your spreadsheets on your PC, all fromyour BrailleNote's keyboard.More Configurable E-mail, available on all modelsSome Internet service providers are now using non-standard POP and SMTPserver ports as an attempt to increase security. While most users will notneed to be concerned with this, those customers on Internet providersadopting this approach can now specify any port for both POP and SMTPtraffic.More Bluetooth Support, available on BrailleNote and VoiceNote mPower, andBrailleNote PKThe integrated Bluetooth support in BrailleNote and VoiceNote mPower andBrailleNote PK just got even more useful! In KeySoft 7 you can,* Use your device as a remote synthesizer for your PC with no wiresattached. Take your BrailleNote or VoiceNote mPower or BrailleNote PK up to10 meters (30 feet) away from your PC and still hear what your screen readeris saying.* Use your device as a wireless Braille display. With BrailleNotemPower and PK operating as a wireless Braille display, coupled with thekeyboard input functionality, you have complete control over your PC as faras 10 meters (30 feet) away from your PC. Take the BrailleNote outside on asunny day and keep on working on your PC using the keyboard inputfunctionality. Control a PowerPoint presentation in front of your audience,even when the PC is tucked away in an inconvenient place. The possibilitiesare limitless!* Drive a wireless visual display. Want to give a presentation usingdata on your BrailleNote? Are you a teacher who wants to be able to check astudent's work with no wires or fuss? The extension of the visual displayfunction to include Bluetooth makes all this possible. Use a range ofdevices for the visual display function including Palm Pilots and WindowsHyperTerminal.Voice Recorder for BrailleNote PKThe popular voice recorder for BrailleNote mPower arrives on BrailleNote PKin KeySoft 7. Just press the handy record button on the front of yourBrailleNote PK, and make recordings using the built-in microphone.Eloquence Speech for BrailleNote and VoiceNote mPowerHumanWare's BrailleNote and VoiceNote mPower becomes the first device of itskind to offer you a choice of speech synthesizer. Use the highly responsiveand accurate KeyNote Gold speech that has been one of KeySoft's strongestfeatures, or switch to the familiar Eloquence speech that is now widelyavailable on access technology products. When Eloquence is active, you mayalso choose to have hyperlinks voiced in a different Eloquence voice whenusing KeyWeb, making the web really come to life.Fm Radio for BrailleNote and VoiceNote mPowerThat's right, your BrailleNote or VoiceNote mPower is now an FM radio too!Scan the FM band for your stations and save them as presets. Read thefrequency on the Braille display or the station name if you've saved thatinformation. Listen to the FM radio while you work on other tasks. Controlthe volume of the FM radio separately from the volume of the speech. Evenuse the recorder to record FM radio stations.Don't Miss KeySoft 7We told you KeySoft 7 would be our most exciting release ever, and as youcan see, we weren't kidding. Make sure you have a current Softwaremaintenance Agreement so you can download your copy of KeySoft 7 inmid-January. KeySoft 7 from HumanWare will change the way you work, learnand play.___ Current Mood: giddy (Comment on this)

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