Hmmm, does Apple already make something like this to base it on, or how
would you get them to put their virtual blessing on customizing some kind of
hardware to put OSX on? Wouldn't one need an optical drive in case the OS
gets messed up beyond the reach of reinstalling, or how are optical
driveless systems normally redone if a CD can't be booted from?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alex Jurgensen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "General discussions on all topics relating to the use of Mac OS X by
theblind" <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, November 17, 2008 9:35 PM
Subject: Re: Sleek and shiny Mac OS X powered Notetakers
Hi,
Jacob,
Just to let you know, the driveing force is completely compliant with
Apple's Licence, so I would be allowed to sell the product legally. The
main feature is the size, which make it fit inside a pocket quite easily.
Another advantage is the built-in Braille display. Yes, we plan for a
mini Querty Keyborad once the Braille input is out on the main stream.
Thanks for listening,
aelx,
Thanks for listening,
Alex,
On 17-Nov-08, at 7:29 PM, Jacob Schmude wrote:
Depends. You going to offer a qwerty version? I absolutely hate braille
input.
Getting more serious though, this would be considered a Mac clone, and
would need to be authorized by Apple. Yes, you can get OS X running on
your own PCs. But you are not allowed to sell such a thing, at least not
according to Apple's licensing. This is being questioned as I write this
in the United States Courts, but don't expect an answer any time
soon--this will be one long court battle between Apple and another
company called Psystar at least assuming they don't settle out of court.
I wouldn't get my hopes up, the company with the most and best lawyers
usually wins these battles here.
Would I buy it? Unless there were significant advantages in doing so I
would not, but would buy a Mac laptop instead. Such advantages might be
a much longer battery life, for example which would certainly be
possible due to the lack of a screen. To be honest though I'm a bit
biased, in all cases I refuse to buy blindness products when a
mainstream product is available that will accomplish the same functions.
Since I don't care for braille input I would probably go straight for a
laptop unless, as I said, there were compelling advantages to such a
device.
I don't think you would be able to keep that name for it, however.
On Nov 17, 2008, at 22:15, Alex Jurgensen wrote:
Hi,
Would you buy this?
EyeMac -- The next generation of sleek notetakers
The EyeMac features aluminum housing, weighing in at under a pound.
This sleek and shiny notetaker is based on the state of the art
technology, featuring wireless and bluetooth. The six-key input
provides Braille users the ability to legally access the world's most
user friendly and advanced operating system. Built on the foundation of
Mac OS X, the EyeMac is the bleeding edge in affordable portable
computing technology. Costing around $500 us, the EyeMac is an easy
pick for the user with a tight budget. Its portability make it ideal
for not only end users but the professional who needs a lightweight,
portable solution. The EyeMac measures less than 20 CM long by seven
CM wide, and about 3 cm high. Durable, powerful! Take full advantage
of the world wide web. The EyeMac Pro has wireless anywhere capability.
Need a Braille display? EyeMac Plus models feature built-in Braille
displays that make reading Braille text messages and documents a
breeze. The EyeMac is built on a actively developed Operating System,
that features a well documented programming guide that will ensure your
EyeMac can be customized with the applications that best suit your
needs. Designed for ease of use, this revolutionary device will change
your portability experience.
Project status: Planning
Thanks for listening,
Alex,
