Hi,
Sorry I don't see an advantage over using your phone for the time. This
would just be another thing to lug around with you.
Kindest,
Mike
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Subject: [access-uk] Re: Something you might like to look in to:
forgive me for asking but how much is this machine?
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Subject: [access-uk] Something you might like to look in to:
A dealer in America stocks this time piece. Which I have just purchased. I
understand it is an Austrian made time piece, and might be available from
European venders as well. The Austrian manufacturer also makes other
accessible devices. I find it attractive because it has an ear phone jack,
allowing for private listening, and it takes regular triple A batteries.
So, a blind person doesn't have to go to a jeweler to replace lithium
batteries.
"Time Machine Talking Pocket Watch
Introduction
The Time Machine is the most intelligent pocket watch available! This
talking time
machine captures the spirit of our age and leads us through modern life. The
Time Machine combines all the relevant time related features. It provides an
excellent speech output through either its integrated loudspeaker or via
earphones
and you can choose between 3 volume levels to suit your preference.
Due to its simplicity, The Time Machine is not only designed for the blind
and visually
impaired. It also can be of great value to senior citizens.
The heart of The Time Machine is an electronic clock, which is controlled by
a state of
the art microprocessor. There are 20 main functions, which are easily
accessible via the menu, and a large number of auxiliary functions. This
multifunctional talking clock not only includes the announcement of the time
and date but it also offers you the possibility of setting 10 alarms, one
wake-up
call and assigning every alarm with a different alarm signal. The features
include a timer function, an integrated stopwatch, a moon calendar . and
much more! It is even possible to announce a dual time, which you may choose
from 18 pre-set cities. You can also customize your second time zone to suit
your personal needs.
The Time Machine is light, handy and can fit into any pocket. With its
elegant lanyard
you can even wear it around your neck! The modern design of this new device
is as sophisticated as the number of features it offers and its ease of use.
Once
you start using The Time Machine you'll wonder how you ever got along
without it!
Features
.Speaking clock, announces time in hours, minutes and seconds (also for
other time zones)
.automatically adjusts for summer time/winter time changes
.Date, day of the week, calendar week
.Moon phase and current zodiac sign
.2 count-down timers (one up to 7 days, one up to 60 minutes)
.Stop-watch, up to 24 hours
.Wake-up calls and agenda with 10 different appointments can be set
.Reminder of forthcoming dates (one-time or regularly occuring)
.Cuckoo-clock (hourly report)
.14 different jingles
Technical Details
.Speech output available in more than 20 languages
.Loudspeaker (3 volume levels)
.Earplug
.Power supply: 2 AAA batteries
.Dimensions: 4.52x 1.18 x 0.59 inches (115 x 30 x 15 mm)
.Weight: 2.3 ounces (65 g)
.Allows for attachment of lanyard"
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Item_Detail?itemid=1125645
