[access-uk] Re: Order the Braille Sense OnHand

  • From: Dean Wilcox <wilcoxdean@xxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 23:34:02 -0700

Its a problem with most assistive tech but if we go at it like that nothing 
will ever be developed.  Worth remembering though that it does have an 18 cell 
Braille display and they aren't cheap and probably never will be.


On 12 Aug 2010, at 13:33, william lomas wrote:

> and how will the average person on benefets afford it?
> 
> On Aug 12, 2010, at 9:28 PM, Chris Hallsworth wrote:
> 
>> 
>> 
>> In early July, GW Micro announced the new and exciting Braille Sense OnHand. 
>>  We are pleased to announce that the Braille Sense OnHand will be shipping 
>> soon.  Many of you have seen this portable notetaker at the summer shows and 
>> have been dazzled by its compact size, power, and performance.
>> 
>> The Braille Sense OnHand is a small notetaker with an 18-cell Braille 
>> display.  It has the power of the Braille Sense notetakers, and comes with a 
>> GPS receiver, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and a compass all built into one small, 
>> ergonomic unit.  It also includes four GB of built-in memory, an SD card 
>> slot, and USB OTG port.  An external LCD display is an option.
>> 
>> Although we have no firm date on shipping, the preliminary estimate is for 
>> shipping to start in September.  So, GW Micro is now taking orders to make 
>> sure that you will be among the first to experience all that the Braille 
>> Sense OnHand can do for you.
>> 
>> The retail price is $4,995.
>> 
>> The Braille Sense OnHand has powerful software, networking capabilities, and 
>> multimedia features that let students, people in the workplace, and anyone 
>> accomplish tasks and get the most out of life.  Plus, its small size makes 
>> it easy to take with you anywhere you go.  The Braille Sense OnHand lets you 
>> multitask as you run up to seven programs simultaneously.
>> 
>> To place your order and to get further information, you can contact your 
>> local dealer by going to www.gwmicro.com/Find_a_Dealer/.  Or, you may place 
>> you order directly with GW Micro by calling our Orders Department at (260) 
>> 489-3671.
>> 
>> The GW Micro Sales Team
>> 
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