No, I don't see the Pac Mate as a direct competitor to the Braillenote. And, because I have made suggestions that I believe would improve file management doesn't mean I want the Braillenote to become a laptop. Suggesting improvements doesn't mean, and should not be construed to mean, that I don't believe the Braillenote is an excellent Notetaker. However, there isn't a device that exists that can't use improvements. I don't even mean that I want the Braillenote to go Gui, all I have suggested is that file management become more intuitive. I would like the ability to always see all files and folders without having to request it each and every time, and such a change could be a user preference. This would mean that those of you who would rather press (on the QT Braillenote) control with X would still have that option. I have a laptop, and I use it for those things that laptops do well, but it is clear that Pulsedata does recognize the fact that when used in conjunction with a Personal computer, the Braillenote can be even more powerful. Were this not the case, PDI would not have added the ability to synchronize appointments and contacts with Microsoft Outlook. I hope that in the next major upgrade the ability to synchronize email is also added. And for those who use the Braillenote and not a personal computer, these additions will have absolutely no affect on how you use your machines. But there are issues that will need to be addressed sooner or later. For instance, it is getting more and more difficult to purchase a new computer with a serial port. We must special order them for clients. USB connectivity would solve this problem. And, if such connectivity were added, it would not have any affect on the way people use their Braillenotes unless they were going to connect them to a personal computer. Finally, I wish to commend Pulsedata for having one of the best context-sensitive help systems I have ever worked with. No other Notetaker on the market comes close when it comes to the ability to get immediate help on a given command and/or menu. This is why my agency purchases them for clients who need a powerful Notetaker.
And, if we are to truly stick to the traditional Notetaker, the Braillenote would not need Email. I believe that many of us can benefit from this feature, but it does go beyond what a traditional Notetaker provides. So does the ability to browse the web, however I am personally gratified that this feature is a part of Keysoft. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karen Folsom Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2004 2:50 PM To: Braillenote List Subject: Re: [Braillenote] My Braille Note issues Hello Richard and all! Richard, I totally agree with your file manager observations, and I think it definitely could be improved quite easily. However, I am glad that our wonderful BrailleNotes are such awesome PDA's or notetakers. In my opinion, they are not meant to be laptops. I guess I don't see how we could fairly call the PACMate the competitor. It is more of a laptop I think. They are both great tools, and I think each meets some different needs and desires. As for me, the BrailleNote meets my needs and more. Of course, there are always improvements, and that's why competition is a positive thing. With a smile, Karen ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote
