[bcab] Re: Braille displays and laptops
- From: "Graham Page" <gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <bcab@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:34:35 -0000
Hi Graham.
Yes if you are deaf and need to use a Braille display then I accept what you
say of course. It may be worth going for a braillenote PK for this purpose as
this device is relatively small. Many find that key positioning is rather odd,
but this is a personal thing and you would need to have hands on one to judge
for yourself I would say.
regards
graham
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----- Original Message -----
From: Graham Wilkins
To: bcab@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 4:37 PM
Subject: [bcab] Re: Braille displays and laptops
Hi Graham, I have to agree with you. However, our need is for a GPS device
which works with a braille display. If you are a hearing aid user, you have no
chance of hearing directions over the noise of traffic. I have copied and
pasted the entry for the Asus EEEPC at Ebuyer.com below. I believe there are
variants with larger storage memory, and you can load XP onto it.
Graham W
ASUS have created the brand new EEEPC 2GS-W001 2GB for total mobile internet
computing. This half-UMPC, half-laptop hybrid has to be the best mobile
internet revolutionary experience you will get.
Eee stands for Easy to learn, work and play, Excellent Internet experience and
Excellent mobile computing experience. Bumps and shocks are no longer issues.
With a dependable 2GB solid-state disk, you get unparalleled shock-protection
and reliability.
Using a Linux-variant operating system requires only 15 seconds to boot.
Microsoft die-hards should note that Windows documents are compatible with the
ASUS EEEPC 2GS-W001 2GB . The Eee PC includes the documents and the e-mails
software, and a suite of other productivity software to help keep you on track.
It'll ship with Open Office, Firefox and Skype, but you can install any number
of other open-source applications.
Other interesting specifications of the ASUS EEEPC 2GS-W001 2GB include,
Ethernet, and three USB ports. Additional storage space can be added by
inserting a Secure Digital (SD) card (available for purchase separately).
The ASUS EEEPC 2GS-W001 2GB, you're always connected with built-in WiFi 802.11
b/g that automatically detects and connects to the Internet at any hotspot,
giving you with maximum flexability
Measuring just 22.5 x 16.4 x 2.15~3.5 cm and weighing a mere 920g, the ASUS
Eee PC 701 2GB is most certainly portable and is your ideal mobile companion.
a..
b.. Processor - Intel Celeron Mobile CPU
c.. Chipset - Intel
d.. Integrated Network
e.. Form Factor - Notebook
f.. Memory (Maximum) - 512MB (512x1)DDR2
g.. Hard Disk - 2GB
h.. Monitor - 7ins (800x480)
i.. Sound Device - Integrated Intel High Definition Audio compliant audio
chip
j.. Speakers - Built-in Stereo Speakers (1.5W)
k.. Audio Features - SoundBlaster Pro Compatible
l.. Wireless - IEEE 802.11g
m.. Modem - Intel High Definition Audio Modem Integrated
n.. Operation System - Linux
o.. Card reader - SD/MMC
p.. VGA Port - 1
q.. Headphone/Audio Line Out - 1 x Headphone-out jack
r.. Microphone In Port - 1
s.. RJ-45 Ports - 1 x RJ-45
t.. USB Ports - 3 x USB 2.0
u.. Software Included - Open Office 2.0 Security - BIOS Booting / HDD User
Password Protection and security lock Kensington lock hole Trusted Platform
Module
v.. Battery - Lithium-Ion (3Cells) 2400mAH
w.. Security Locking Mechanics - Kensington Lock Slot
x.. Dimensions - 22.5 x 16.4 x 2.15~3.5 cm
y.. Warranty - 24 months UK warranty(6 months warranty in Battery), collect
and return within UK
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