[access-uk] Re: new computer for the blind
- From: "Andrew Hodgson" <andrew@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sun, 13 Jun 2004 11:21:03 +0100
Hi,
In other words, they couldn't get the supplier to keep supplying the old
specs. Go with a mainstream laptop, get double the specs, double the
features for less money.
Andrew.
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> Hi John, specs look good but I'd wait to see the new LapTalk as well.
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> It's the 2nd generation and the team told me they introduced=20
> many features requested by BI users.
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> Believe amongst others it has a 1.6 GB Centrino processor, 60=20
> GB hard drive, Windows XP home, Window Eyes Pro, on board CD=20
> drives, quick keys dedicated to specific programs as well as=20
> new "audio" keys that enable one to access music/books whilst=20
> on the move without opening the unit. It also offers 10=20
> hours battery life.
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> Price $2,495 and $200 off if you already have a screen reader.
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> Sadly though the UK distributor does not stock the new unit yet.
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> More info at:
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> http://www.beyondsight.com/Default.htm
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> Deon
> At 16:27 6/12/2004, you wrote:
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> >HI list has anyone any info concerning this new computer for=20
> the blind.=20
> >It's called the portico. I have seen it on the website
> >www.goportico.com
> >thanks.=20
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