How do you use your reader's keyboard for your iPhone, please? -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Scott Berry Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2022 9:28 AM To: 'Crayton Benner' via VIPhone <viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: Re: My experience with the NLS Reader
Hello there, I just got my device last week from Utah since I live in Montana. The device is very cool. I just downloaded the experimental cartridge on to the NLS player and it was lickety split fast when it copied. It took maybe 5 seconds at the most. On 5/19/2022 7:16 AM, 'Crayton Benner' via VIPhone wrote: > I happen to have one of these devices and I will say this. They're very > simple to use and set up. I Recommend downloading the user guide though > before you get the device and go through it. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 19, 2022, at 08:39, CHELA Robles <cdrobles...@gmail.com> wrote: >> >> The NLS Humanware braille eReader 20-cell braille display and the pilate >> program for getting this and mobile hotspot devices for those who don't have >> Internet access. I filled out a survey and only checked the braille display >> apparently the state of California talking book library in northern >> California is partaking in this pilot program sometime this summer or fall. >> There were other options for devices that would be shipped to library >> patrons but since I did no need the other technologies offered like the >> hotspot device, I just chose the braille display. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>> On May 19, 2022, at 4:53 AM, Charles Spicer <caspic...@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>> Good morning, I am not sure what device is being discussed so would >>> you all please bring me up to speed? >>> Thank you!!! >>> >>>>> On 5/18/22, CHELA Robles <cdrobles...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>> I filled out the survey from the BTBL which is also taking part in >>>> this endeavour the pilate program in the summer or fall this year I >>>> had to fill it out meaning of the survey before May 31 so I filled >>>> it out last night I’m hoping to be selected to be part of this >>>> because I truly need a second braille display. Right now I don’t >>>> have the Necessary funds for buying the Actilino which I still >>>> would like in the future later on, but I'll take what I can afford, >>>> even if it's a chance to take part in the pilate program. I also >>>> would like to know about once the pilot program faces out if one >>>> can keep the braille display as well and steps for that if need be. >>>> And if there is a list for users in this program that would be nice as >>>> well. I will check out the manual. >>>> >>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>> >>>>>> On Apr 3, 2022, at 12:56 PM, Lelia Struve <leliastr...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> Hi all, I heard that there is a mailing list for the pilot >>>>> program for the human where e reader. Or the other one I guess is >>>>> that true? If so does anybody have the way to join? Thanks >>>>> >>>>> Lelia >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>>> On Apr 3, 2022, at 1:17 AM, Joshua Hendrickson >>>>>> <louv...@gmail.com> >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hi Pricilla. The humanware braille E-reader is not the BI-20X >>>>>> display, however, it is very similar. I have a bi40x display >>>>>> instead of the 20x. There is an hour long tutorial of the >>>>>> humanware braille E-reader available on bard that I highly >>>>>> recommend you take a quick look at. Regarding a nicer case for >>>>>> your display, I recommend checking out the executive leather case >>>>>> for the bi20x display. I saw it available from AT guys. The >>>>>> cost is $95 which is expensive for a case, however, executive >>>>>> products makes wonderful cases and the cost is well worth it in >>>>>> my opinion. You'd then have the sholder strap like you want, and >>>>>> the case is very nicely thick and padded for great protection of >>>>>> your device. One of the differences between the humanware >>>>>> braille E-reader and the bi-20x display is on the 20x, you can >>>>>> directly download books from bookshare and the braille E-reader you >>>>>> cannot. I'm glad you're enjoying your E-reader. >>>>>> >>>>>>>> On 4/2/22, Priscilla Garces (prisci) <garcesp...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>>> Hi everyone, >>>>>>> This is Priscilla. I have a couple questions since I am new to >>>>>>> the NLS E-Reader pilot program and just received the NLS >>>>>>> E-Reader because my library just got onboard. >>>>>>> So far, I’ve had it for a week. >>>>>>> I called my local Talking-book and Braille library and they said >>>>>>> that they are currently participating in the pilot program. Some >>>>>>> of my observations of the Humanware NLS E-reader are as follows: >>>>>>> When opening the cardboard box containing the device, I got very >>>>>>> excited because the braille display felt just right and pretty >>>>>>> comfortable for me to use. I liked the ergonomic keys and the >>>>>>> fact that the space keys were further apart from the braille >>>>>>> display. That position is more comfortable for me, and the keys >>>>>>> felt rather large. But then again,I have small hands and fingers >>>>>>> because I’m very petite. >>>>>>> It came with two lanyards, one for the case holding the braille >>>>>>> display, and the other one for the braille display itself. When >>>>>>> closed, the braille display looks like a small hardcover book >>>>>>> which is cute, and with the straps, it feels like wearing a cute >>>>>>> pocketbook. >>>>>>> They’re meant to be hung around the neck, but I would prefer to >>>>>>> use them as a shoulder strap and wear it as a small purse. >>>>>>> Beware that the straps are indeed skinny and fragile, so you >>>>>>> cannot put too much force on them. >>>>>>> I’d >>>>>>> prefer thicker straps with a stronger clip. >>>>>>> Personally, I’d rather carry it in my regular purse than just by >>>>>>> itself because chances are that one of the clips can break >>>>>>> easily if not careful. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> One thing I would like to have is the ability to use it as a >>>>>>> basic notetaker though. >>>>>>> I have a Macbook air M1 computer using VoiceOver, and to my >>>>>>> surprise, it works beautifully when I connect it using the USBC >>>>>>> cable that came with my laptop. It also charges the display >>>>>>> which is a bonus, and I don’t need to bring multiple cables if I >>>>>>> need to travel. I can leave the charger and cable at home. >>>>>>> It also connects to my iPhone using bluetooth like all other devices. >>>>>>> In comparison to the freedom scientific focus 40 braille >>>>>>> display, the keys work better for me on this one and are >>>>>>> quieter. I also like the fact that you can connect USB drives to >>>>>>> the braille E-Reader. >>>>>>> As for the focus 40 braille display I mainly use it for editing >>>>>>> on my computer. With the focus 40, you need to bring the extra >>>>>>> bulky charger which I don’t like because it doesn’t have the >>>>>>> ability to charge using my computer. But with this new Humanware >>>>>>> E-reader, you can do that, and it has a separate cable and wall >>>>>>> charger which is a lot better. >>>>>>> The braille feels crisp for me to read. Also the cursor routing >>>>>>> buttons feel like bump dots. >>>>>>> It also has a memory card slot to insert a memory card which I like. >>>>>>> I connected my bard account and it is a breeze to download books >>>>>>> onto the device rather than getting the extra cable and hooking >>>>>>> it up to the included cartridge to load the book. >>>>>>> I tried using a USB flash drive and it worked well. So far, I >>>>>>> was able to open PDF files on it. However, I was disappointed in >>>>>>> finding out that you cannot open word or powerpoint documents. >>>>>>> I connected my external drive , and was disappointed because it >>>>>>> said USB connection failed. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have a question though, >>>>>>> I’ve heard that at the end of the pilot program, you can keep >>>>>>> the device if you want? How does this work? Do you have to email >>>>>>> a completed transfer of ownership form for that after you do all >>>>>>> the surveys? From my experience, I had a school-issued laptop, >>>>>>> and once you graduate you fill out a transfer of ownership form >>>>>>> proving that you completed all required courses, final exams and >>>>>>> papers. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Because if that is the case, that would be of great use for me >>>>>>> in the future since I plan to go back to school someday or >>>>>>> attend other conferences. >>>>>>> Also, what has been your experience with the NLS E-Reader. I >>>>>>> believe I got the new version. >>>>>>> It’s so small that I can carry it in my handbag and use it as a >>>>>>> braille keyboard for my phone. >>>>>>> Why didn’t I do that instead of buying a keyboard case for my >>>>>>> iPad during the Covid19 pandemic? Laughing out loud . >>>>>>> I wish I knew this sooner though. >>>>>>> Is this the smart brilliant VX braille display from humanwhare >>>>>>> or another model? >>>>>>> Just wondering. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Thank you, and I hope this helps Kind regards, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Priscilla >>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- >>>>>>> The following information is important for all members of the V >>>>>>> iPhone list. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this >>>>>>> list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, >>>>>>> please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than >>>>>>> posting on the list itself. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: >>>>>>> mk...@ucla.edu. 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