I agree that the Sense lacks features. However, the bn still has a lot wrong with what it can do. For example, there is no way to get rid of language tags in text documents when you paste text, even if you are only dealing in English; there is no way to read another language with KNG except on speed 6; computer braille must be used in any text situation...
I suppose we could go back and forth on this, but what the bn lacks are some important features for many users. Personally, I would much rather be able to view pdf files without having to use gMail to translate them than be able to use a foreign language which does not read correctly and interrupts my working in English. I understand that everyone uses these devices differently, yet the addition of an sdk is probably the one thing no one can ignore as it lets those interested put in their own features if they want them, potentially leaving the bn too far behind to catch up. On 3/15/11, Terri Pannett <[email protected]> wrote: > Hi, > > I agree that the Sense products will have features the BN doesn't have, but > HIMS needs to improve the features it has. For example, the Apex allows > users to customize the paragraph boundaries for all documents, but the Sense > notetaker doesn't. The Apex also has foreign languages, but the Sense > products don't. The Apex uses correct braille rules, the Sense doesn't. > > Writing a post saying HumanWare should do this or that is a waste of time > because they don't acknowledge anything we say. You should write them > directly. > > Terri Amateur Radio call sign KF6CA. > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Alex Hall" <[email protected]> > To: "Bn list" <[email protected]> > Sent: Monday, March 14, 2011 6:14 PM > Subject: [Braillenote] Sorry, but, for now, the bn is doomed > > >> Hello all, but mostly hw (if you're there): >> >> I just listened to the announcement by HIMS of the new features for their >> Sense notetakers (firmware version 6, due out in a few weeks). Here is >> why I think that, unless hw does some major catch-up very quickly, the bn >> will not last as a viable notetaker: >> 1. The Sense will now support both Google Talk and MSN. In addition, >> Google Talk can be used not just for text, but for sharing files and voice >> >> chatting. >> 2. The wordprocessor can be used to open unprotected PDF files, which can >> >> be read and/or saved as text files for editing later. >> 3. There are now several games on the Sense. While they are geared >> toward younger students, I can see them as a platform for more games in >> the future, games that do not rely on typing full commands and reading >> lengthy descriptions like the z-code games do. >> 4. Here is the proverbial final nail: those interested may contact HIMS >> about the SDK for the Sense products. That's right, you heard me: want to >> >> write programs for the Sense notetakers? Contact HIMS. No, I have no idea >> >> if it costs money, what you get, or anything, but the point is that it can >> >> be done. >> >> Due to the above, I am really having trouble finding reasons for the Apex >> to remain, well, the Apex of the braille notetaking world. >> >> Have a great day, >> Alex (msg sent from BrailleNote >> [email protected]; http://www.facebook.com/mehgcap >> >> ___ >> Replies to this message will go directly to the sender. >> If your reply would be useful to the list, please send a >> copy to the list as well. >> >> 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 >> >> >> __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus >> signature database 5955 (20110315) __________ >> >> The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. >> >> http://www.eset.com >> >> >> > > -- Have a great day, Alex (msg sent from GMail website) [email protected]; http://www.facebook.com/mehgcap ___ Replies to this message will go directly to the sender. If your reply would be useful to the list, please send a copy to the list as well. 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
