I have no particular preference as to how I read though when reading to myself
(Steve and I often read together) I prefer my phone; like to have everything on
one device though do get the point about battery usage. When I go away, again,
everything on one device; my rule is: if it doesn’t fit my handbag it’s not
coming. <smile>. I used to be different but that was when there wasn’t the
ability to have everything I want on my phone.
As to the E12: I think some will like the FM radio as you can listen without
headphones in. I also like the speakers.
All the best
Angie
On 21 Jun 2022, at 16:51, Jackie Brown <jackieannbrown62@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi Tony
I think it depends what you prefer using. I've been a long time user of the
VRS for my books and podcasts. I have the Alexa and Google Home assistants
as well, but I wouldn't listen to books on them, though there is absolutely
nothing wrong with that method if you prefer. I like something portable and
preferably with buttons. There are lots of options out there now which is
great. For me, Alexa and Google are my radio and information buddies. My
phone is for calls, messages, Twitter, photos, FaceTime, WhatsApp and other
odds and sods. But I do like a player with buttons to listen to podcasts and
books rather than have everything on the one device that would flatten the
battery in no time. So it's a fair question that doesn't have a
straightforward answer. 😊
Kind regards,
Jackie Brown
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Hi Jackie and all,
I'm not trying to rain on anyone's parade I assure you but why are these
players so special.
Surely we can get all internet stations on Alexa or otherwise online.
Alexa is perfectly fine for all radio and when hooked up to speakers is even
better if you wish that.
I get most of my books now on EasyReader and as I said earlier Alexa.
Sorry if I'm missing anything here.
Steve, yourself and this list is doing a great job keeping us all informed at
all times.
For recording by the way I use an Olympus.
Tony
On 21/06/2022 14:54, Jackie Brown wrote:
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To be honest, DAB can be very hit or miss for lots of people, and Internet
radio does have a better sound unless you live in a gargle-free zone? I
have added some stations I like from the Netherlands, and you can't do that
on DAB so it's not an issue for me.
It is a very nice player and has quite a lot going for it. Yes there are
some things that need sorting out, but half the battle is getting the
manufacturer to listen to feedback, and I think they do from what I've heard.
Kind regards,
Jackie Brown
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Hey Jackie,you can add this device as a fisher price toy be it more
expensive.
Also why not these days does it not have digital radio on it?
Hazel
On 21/06/2022 12:15, Jackie Brown wrote:
Hi Clivean
I agree with your comments. I think the buttons are quite close
together, even with tactile markings, and may cause a problem for
those whose finger sensitivity is not as it could be. You do get
used to it though, but something worth noting. I also agree with you
about the aerial and the radio not having a stand or stable bottom.
For those who know it, the Pure Move radio is very similar in size to
the Evo12, it really does feel like a radio when you first take it
out of the box. The sound is really good, and there are multiple
voices to choose from. The one thing I really don't like about it
though is the alphanumeric system it uses. I thought I was playing
with my little grandson Ezra when inputting letters, A for Apple, B
for Banana, C for Cat, D for Dog, E for Egg, etc. Come on, that's just
plain daft!
When you enter the letter S, it confusingly says See or Sea, which
makes you wonder for a split second if you entered a letter C. That
definitely needs to be modified,
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I have been figuring out how to play podcasts and Internet radio stations,
and have quite a few stored now. You can either search by entering letters
and digits to find what you want, or you can search by country, genre, etc.
I had great difficulty finding the space to separate words, but Steve
solved that one, you don't use 0 as you would on the VRS, you tap number 1,
then arrow right once.
So once you search for a podcast or station, you can add it to your
Favourites list by pressing the menu key, or stream it live. Let me tell
you that there are literally hundreds you can look for in comparison to
OoTunes on the VRS.
I'll do my best to help with queries, I'm still learning and playing myself.
Kind regards,
Jackie Brown
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Hello everyone,
I took delivery yesterday of my Evo E12 and I am very pleased with it. I
soon had it connected to our wifi network, manually entering the password.
The FM radio reception is excellent and I now have it tuned to our local
BBC radio station. The sound is superb through its stereo speakers. I
have noticed it doesn't stand up very well on its bottom edge and has to be
leant against something to stop it falling over. This is necessary when
using the FM radio which needs the aerial extended.
One thing to note: The buttons are quite small and close together. The
dots help, especially the two dots on the 5 button, and it is easy to press
the wrong one until you are used to the layout.
Having come from the Victor Reader Stream which has internet radio
playlists and podcast feeds, how is this done on the Evo E12? Any help
with this is most appreciated.
Best wishes,
Clive Pallett
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