Hi All, I'm still getting used to the GPS on my PK, but it sure is a good thing to have. Among other things, I also like to use it to let me know when I'm getting close to my stop on the bus. Comes in quite handy that way, especially if the driver isn't calling the stops and the trip is taking a lot longer than usual. However, if I get a driver that is calling the stops, then I very often turn off the GPS and use my PK for other things, such as using my cell phone to download some email to read on my way to or from work, or maybe just reading or composing other documents. So, either way, I've got something to keep me busy to and from my trip. And, being able to do it all on a very small device using the Braille display with speech turned off makes it just that much nicer. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ann K. Parsons" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Braillenote List" <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2005 8:26 PM Subject: RE: [Braillenote] I just saw the funniest commercial that mademethinkof the BN GPS
Hi all, Well, if you think of all the negative things about it...I was able to direct someone to my cousin's house in the dark once. I am able to walk confidently to the store and the bus stop. No, it's not a mobility aid, it's an orientation aid. Yes, it may not be accurate in all situations, but hey, it's better than not having it. Oh, and did I mention that it has helped me when riding the bus to get off at the right stop since the bus drivers around here still haven't gotten it through their heads they're supposed to call out stops. I wonder what would happen it they were told they'd be fired if they didn't call out stops? Ann P. -- Ann K. Parsons email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] WEB SITE: http://home.eznet.net/~akp Skype: Putertutor "All that is gold does not glitter. Not all those who wander are lost." JRRT ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.humanware.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote
