[macvoiceover] Re: Fwd: News Release: Serotek Introduces First iPhone Application for the Blind

  • From: Russell Solowoniuk <rsolowoniuk@xxxxxxx>
  • To: macvoiceover@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 08:22:42 -0600

Hi Ricardo & all,
For me, it's the context in which the word is used, and I've never heard it used in a positive manner. I've seen it used in forums where folks talked about why such and such has to be made accessible just for a few "blinks" who might happen to use it. I get a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach when I hear the term used, and I see nothing positive in the term. But, of course, that is only my opinion, and people are free to choose the language they use, but it doesn't mean I have to like it! <smile> 

Russell
On 2009-10-10, at 12:00 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:


Ok, ok,
How or why, is the word blink demeaning? I don't understand why they picked such a name but I cant say I was insulted by it. 
On Oct 10, 2009, at 12:17 AM, Russell Solowoniuk wrote:
Gotcha David! And, as it happens, I totally agree with you. I think the term "blink" is demeaning, and even more so when it comes from blind people themselves! 

Rant on David!

Russell
On 2009-10-09, at 6:16 PM, David Poehlman wrote:
well, we have safari, we have other apps we have all kinds of things that the blind can use on the iphone without an app for blinks which incidentally I deplore because it is demeaning to the blind to be called or associated with blink. 

On Oct 9, 2009, at 8:13 PM, Russell Solowoniuk wrote:

Huh?
On 2009-10-09, at 12:52 PM, David Poehlman wrote:
thei iphone is the first app for the blind for the iphone, I could go on. 

On Oct 9, 2009, at 2:49 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

Lies??

What do you mean?
On Oct 9, 2009, at 2:24 PM, David Poehlman wrote:


I'd expect nothing less than lies like this from them.

On Oct 9, 2009, at 2:22 PM, Jeff Kisecker wrote:

Hi:
Not sure if my messages are getting through to the list or not, but I received the following today, and thought it would be of interest to some on this list. 

Jeff Kisecker



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 Serotek Introduces First iPhone Application for the Blind
iBlink Radio available in App Store
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn – October 9, 2009 – Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of internet and digital information accessibility software and services, introduced a third-party iPhone application today specifically designed for those who are blind or have low vision. Now available in the App Store, the application is called iBlink Radio™ and is the first such application to be introduced in the world. iBlink Radio allows people to listen to podcasts, radio stations and reading services produced by and for the blind community. The reading service section of iBlink Radio provides audio versions of newspapers, magazines and periodicals for anyone unable to read the printed page, regardless of disability. Daily newspapers include USA Today, Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. Listeners can also access all known radio stations owned and operated by the blind, and the podcast section offers topics ranging from technology to cooking. “The iPhone is a great platform for doing just about anything, whether it be learning something new or just jamming to some great tunes,” said Mike Calvo, CEO, Serotek Corporation, “iBlink Radio represents all that and more; it marks another step toward inclusion for all.” While the application offers a convenient way for the blind community to stay connected, the application is available to everyone, blind or sighted. In addition to being of great interest to those who are blind or have partial sight, iBlink Radio is also invaluable resource to family members, friends and professionals serving this community. 

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