Hi, I'm the one with the PK and BN Classic. Like Vicky I like the PK because it is so light, and it fits in a small bag. I hardly carry just the BN or PK by itself however I put it into a Backpack. When on public transport it is less likely to be knocked when in a bag on your back rather then hanging off your shoulder.
But if you are looking at buying a PK you have to remember that you can't print or emboss from it so you will need either a computer or another Braillenote for this. This is why I still hold onto my Classic for embossing and also if something goes wrong with my PK, like it has at the moment. But I know that not everyone will be as lucky as me and can get both so I would suggest you look at exactly what you want the machine for and make your choice from that. I love my PK because I have back problems and it is allot easier to carry around, but I know it isn't for everyone because of some of the things it can't do. >From Shaz. BN Classic and PK user. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Vicky Collins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Rob Lambert" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Braillenote List" <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 9:51 AM Subject: Re: [Braillenote] Portability factor Well, I have both a PK and mPower, so I'll give your questions a try. I'm actually thinking that either device, meaning the PK or mPower, could be knocked, should it get in the wrong place at the wrong time. But, since it is somewhat smaller, maybe the chances would be at least some less of that happening with the PK. I myself, do take the PK with me to work most of the time. But, it's not really that I'm anymore afraid of bumping it than I am the mPower; but, rather, the PK is just much more portable. It fits in my purse, admittedly a pretty good sized purse, and it causes much less weight on my shoulder than the mPower. Oh, as far as the pants pocket thing goes, it sure wouldn't go in the pocket of the slacks I wear. I do have a raincoat, though, with really deep pockets, and I can get it in there. However, that is a real thin plastic jacket type thing, and I just wouldn't carry my PK in that pocket, even if it does fit. So, if one is trying to decide between a PK and an mPower, guess one needs to determine whether they want the portability of the PK, or the at least some larger mPower with its more features/connectivity. Vicky Collins [EMAIL PROTECTED] ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rob Lambert" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2007 6:03 PM Subject: [Braillenote] Portability factor I know someone on here has both a PK and a BrailleNote Classic (which is the same form factor as the mPower) and I was wondering - which would be better for a teacher-to-be who wishes to keep an eye on their students' records while in transit? I'm just worried about accidentally bumping the mPower against something (such as a pole on the public bus) especially after hearing of those display problems and i think the PK would have a far less chance of this. Also what kind of pocket can the PK fit in? Can it fit in a pants pocket or would that be a tight pinch? ____________________________________________________________________________________ Get your own web address. Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/domains/?p=BESTDEAL ___ Replies to this message will go directly to the sender. If your reply would be useful to the list, please send a copy to the list as well. To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.humanware.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote ___ Replies to this message will go directly to the sender. If your reply would be useful to the list, please send a copy to the list as well. To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.humanware.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote ___ Replies to this message will go directly to the sender. If your reply would be useful to the list, please send a copy to the list as well. To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.humanware.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote
