David,
Now that I have a good deal of experience working with a number of Fire tablet
apps, iPad apps, and Windows apps; I can definitely say with a certain amount
of confidence that I would not prefer using a Fire over a Windows machine or an
IOS device unless budget was a major concern. It is a great option for
individuals who are on a very limited budget. However, I could not use one
full-time after having an iPad. And I would not want an iPad as my only means
of online access.
I appreciate the fact that the fire has both speech, Alexa, and even Braille
support now. But it still has a long way to go before I would want it for a
primary device.
Options are always good though. Smile!
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[mailto:blind-philly-comp-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of David Goldfield
Sent: Friday, February 10, 2017 9:28 PM
To: blind-philly-comp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Re: Non-technical: Please Be Safe on Thursday
Merv,
I can certainly understand why more and more blind people would be interested
in Amazon's products. After all, a Fire gives them so many of the capabilities
they could get in a larger computer for around fifty dollars and it's certainly
cheaper than an iPad. An Echo is affordable and requires no training with
keystrokes or touch gestures. Personally, I wouldn't give up my Windows
computer and switch to a Fire, due to what I perceive as the odd quirks of
Android. Even with a Bluetooth keyboard I can't imagine doing serious editing
on one of those things but, then again, I guess a lot of people just want it to
read Web pages and emails and document editing isn't part of the picture. In
fact, I wouldn't even give up a Windows machine for an iPad and I love using
iOS. However, for casual reading maybe the Fire performs those tasks well
enough to satisfy people, particularly if you're on a tight budget.
On 2/9/2017 3:02 PM, Merv Keck wrote:
Hi,
From a non-technical perspective Florida is ok. I would love to be back home
in Pennsylvania I keep thinking. Until we get a cold spell and I remember how
much I hate the cold. Laughs!
From a technical perspective, I am still volunteering over at the Lighthouse
of Pinellas providing instruction in technology assistance. Lately I have
been getting many more requests for iPhone and iPad assistance than PC
assistance. Now I am even getting questions regarding the Amazon line of Echo
and fire product line. It seems that quite a few people are giving up screen
readers and laptops for less expensive options such as $100 fire tablets or
apps they can use on their voiceover enabled phones.
I am enjoying watching the technology trends as well as being part of the
changing times.
We did just get a few more of the big screen touch screen all in one PC Dells
in my computer lab. I love playing with those. I would go there every day if
I could. Laughs!
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From: blind-philly-comp-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:blind-philly-comp-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Jan ;
Lattuca
Sent: Thursday, February 9, 2017 8:52 AM
To: blind-philly-comp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Re: Non-technical: Please Be Safe on
Thursday
I, too, will be staying home and trust that you all will be safe,
wherever you are. How are things in Florida, Merv? (If you've
already addressed this, please disregard my question.)
Jan
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steady on
the coast here in Maine, and blizzard conditions well inland. I hope
you all
stay safe and warm down yonder.
God bless the Cape.
dp
-----Original Message-----
From: Merv Keck
Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2017 10:32 PM
To: blind-philly-comp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Re: Non-technical: Please Be Safe on
Thursday
Thanks David,
I plan on staying home tomorrow just in case. Smile!
I hear it might only hit 75 tomorrow.
Merv
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Sent: Wednesday, February 8, 2017 8:18 PM
To: Philadelphia Computer Users Group for the Blind and Visually
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Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Non-technical: Please Be Safe on
Thursday
As we will likely be in for quite a storm tomorrow I wanted to offer
my wishes for safety, if traveling is something you absolutely must do.
Hopefully, all of you will be home, safe from the coming storm. I
plan on working from home tomorrow.
Stay safe.
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