[access-uk] Re: For those interested, an objective look at the differences between iOS and Android in terms of accessibility
- From: "Steve Nutt" <steve@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2013 17:23:24 +0100
Hi Ian,
I am guessing though that you have never touched Android, so I wouldn't
consider your judgment on that valid. I on the other hand am well
acquainted with both systems.
I have set up all my phones independently and I am totally blind. Yes I am
techie, but you don't have to be simply to use Android in the same way that
a non-techie can use iPhone.
At this stage, I don't think there is a best because I don't like the
iPhone's way of scrolling for example. It is very non-sightedly approached.
Scrolling on Android, a simple act, is much quicker if you want to get
through long lists.
Magnification I am told is better with Android too, though I can't comment
on that.
I honestly think you are still basing your judgment on what you think is
best, rather than what the two platforms have to offer.
All the best
Steve
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On Behalf Of Ian Macrae
Sent: 20 June 2013 15:21
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Subject: [access-uk] Re: For those interested, an objective look at the
differences between iOS and Android in terms of accessibility
Hi Steve, very interesting and comprehensive. I'd make the following
observations.
1. The piece indicates that Android has always been playing catch-up to
Apple and have taken a less integrated approach. One person's "Closed off"
solution is another's integrated one.
2. He is clearly much more technically savvy than your average user. He
has also had access to and assistance from other expert software techies who
appear to have done, or helped him to do things to and with Android phones
which he could not have done independently as a blind person.
For these and other reasons I'd stand by my contention that the iPhone
remains the easiest and most intuitive solution for someone without
technical skill or knowledge who just wants to get going with a talking
handset.
All good wishes.
Ian
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On 20 Jun 2013, at 13:52, Steve Nutt wrote:
Hi all,
I think this is a well-written and balanced article that outlines the
differences between iOS and Android in terms of accessibility.
Read this if you're interested:-
http://www.thebinaryportal.net/android_ios.html
All the best
Steve
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