Hi, I definitely don't think Apple's prices are that bed. Hell, you have Windows laptops that cost that much, and that's basic. At least, the prices in my country are stupidly high for a Windows computer. And then, of course, I have to pay even more money to get a screen reader if I don't already have one. Which is about $1000 for a JAWS pro, 250 or so bucks for the SMA update. I think Apple's prices are fairly reasonable when you consider that part. Not to mention you need an SMA every time a new JAWS version is released if your current authorization doesn't cover the newest version. Besides, which Windows computer can you actually install literally from scratch?
Just for those reasons alone, it's worth it. I realize I'm only picking on JAWS, but I won't even mention Window-Eyes apparently charging $39.95 for a trial license. It might not seem like much, but I still think that's outrageous, considering it's a trial, and you might not even like the application. I've said my piece about pricing. :). To me, that's worth a price that even a Windows laptop can beat in my country. Granted, you can use NVDA on Windows, but it might not be as advanced as the commercially available screen readers. In my opinion, VoiceOver already surpassed those by a long-shot. That's just my opinion, though. And that is technically a free solution, since you are not required to pay for SMAs or any of that annoying stuff. I personally think Apple should be commended for their commitment to accessibility to a system from the ground up, no additional software required. No Video Intercept issues *cough*. Concerning that last comment, I don't want to slam Windows. Just thought I'd mention that as well, since I'm sure I'm not the only one who has had issues with it. Good night everybody. Regards, Nic Skype: Kvalme MSN Messenger: [email protected] AIM: cincinster yahoo Messenger: cin368 Facebook Profile My Twitter On Oct 28, 2009, at 10:16 PM, James & Nash wrote: > > Hi Dan, > > Bet you don't remeber me smile. > > Anyway, a lot of folks on here seem to be using Amadeus Pro.And yes, > I agree > with you, Appel's prices are prohibitive. > > Take care > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Daniel Rowe" <[email protected]> > To: <[email protected]> > Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 8:50 PM > Subject: New To The List > > >> >> Hi all. >> >> I'm sereously considering switching over to the mac and also will be >> getting an iPhone when it becomes available on my network. I've been >> following Apple's progress with voice-over since the beta of Tiger. >> Apple are an amazing company for putting all this effort into making >> their products so accessible. admittedly I believe the prices are >> a bit >> steep, but you certainly get what you pay for I think. >> >> I'll be getting an iMac as I'll want to use a better soundcard for >> music >> production. I will also run windows on it so I can use sonar, or I >> will >> just use my existing windows machine for audio work. I haven't >> decided >> yet, although having everything on one machine will mean less >> clutter. >> I love the wireless keyboard, but I wish it had a number pad, so I'll >> order the wired one instead. Also, having to use the fn key plus the >> arrow keys to act as the six pack would frustrate me. >> >> I have a couple of questions. I had the chance to try the new >> macbook >> with the multi-touch trackpad over the weekend and was very >> impressed. >> After having getting used to it, I was able to read webpages in >> safari >> fairly well using the flick method. does any of you know if that >> technology will find it's way onto the iMac either through use of a >> touchscreen or by a trackpad integrated into the keyboard? >> >> Secondly, how accessible is garage band or logic with voice-over? >> Or am >> I best sticking with sonar for the time being? >> >> Thanks in advance, >> Dannie >> >>> > > > > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
