They are trying to figure ways to bring down the cost. Remember, you are
paying for the agents, who are not volunteers. Then there is the hardware,
then the minutes spent and so on. One more things, the agents are trained
and so are much more responsive and able to figure things out. I guess I
could compare this to Be my Eyes. Yes, I have used this service, but I
would never have anyone look at my mail or anything of a personal nature.
With Aira I don't remember if they are bonded, but they do have a
confidentiality clause or term to their agreement that prohibits them from
using any personal information. Yes, I understand that anything is
possible, but a lot less likely than with a volunteer. That is not to rip
on Be My Eyes in any way, because I think they also provide a wonderful
service for many people. Just my two sense.
Kay Malmquist
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----- Original Message -----
From: Mama Peach
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 04, 2018 6:37 AM
Subject: Re: Glasses
I get that, but I think it is just another case of because we are blind,
we are charged outragious prices for the service. I guess if it is a “got to
have it situation and one has the money, then it would be nice to have.
There are just so many apps out there that provide this same service, for
very little money or nothing at all.
From: Sieghard Weitzel
Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 11:35 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Glasses
If you live a lifestyle where you need this level of assistance whether it’s
maybe for a difficult job or whatever else you might like to do then it’s
actually ot that expensive. How many hours of assistance can you get
one-on-one if you paid somebody $15 an hour? Easy calculation, at $329 for
unlimited service that would be 22 hours a months which is just a bit less
than 45 minutes a day. I think also that for many people the 400 minutes or
6 hours and 40 minutes for $199 is enough and the big benefit is that the
assistance is available just about any time you need it and not when maybe
you asked whoever helps you to stop by.
On the other hand, paying $199 for 400 minutes works out to almost $30 an
hour. In any case, it sounds as if those who can afford it and have it all
agree it is worth it.
Regards,
Sieghard
From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of
Mama Peach
Sent: Thursday, May 3, 2018 9:25 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Glasses
Wow, my rent costs less than the unlimited minutes per month. Why not just
use apps that are already available that don’t cost anywhere near this
amount. I just can’t see spending that amount of money, but that is just my
opinion.
From: Andy Baracco
Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 6:51 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Glasses
The Samsung phone included with the new glasses is simply for providing
power to the glasses. Apparently Talk Back is locked out, so you can't use
the phone as a phone, so you still will have 4 pieces of hardware, the
iPhone, the bluetooth headset, the Samsung phone, and the glasses. The
advantage to this system is that you don't have to charge the glasses
separately, as the Samsung phone will power them.
Andy
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From: Kay Malmquist
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 5:38 PM
Subject: Re: Glasses
They are introducing a new model called the horizon and this is a new
pair of glasses that have the camera in the middle and operates with a
Samsung phone that is dedicated for just Aira. No more Mifi and less
hardware. You can still use your iPhone if you like, but if not and you
want to use the new system, this will free up your Iphone for use in
whatever way you like. The new glasses will have a larger field of vision.
As for becoming dependent on Aira, I don't really think so. Do I like
using it for things? Yes, When it comes to describing events, helping me
put items together, finding things on the net that I wanted to buy more of
and so much more. Just makes my life a bit easier and I don't feel that
dependence is the issue. I still do things without the help of Aira, but
when I use them to quick scan my mail or find a sirloin steak in my freezer
that doesn't have a barcode because it is from a side, I appreciate them
very much. Finding my way in an office building when no one else is around
has become less of a chore that's for sure.
Kay Malmquist
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----- Original Message -----
From: Andy Baracco
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 3:22 PM
Subject: Re: Glasses
i agree with michael. When I was working I would have had the same
issues. But my friends who have the service absolutely love it, in fact,
they seem to be addicted to it, and I think that is a negative. Lately they
seem to be everywhere, doing an advertising blitz and I almost feel like
it's being shoved down my throat. But i think there is a use case for it,
and if my circumstances were different, I might consider it. I think it's
neat, but certainly not for everyone. I do wish that there was a way that
the glasses could interface directly with the iPhone so you wouldn't need
another device. As it is you have your phone, some way to get audio, i. e.
bluetooth headset, the glasses, and either a mobile hot spot or another
phone that you would need to power the glasses. You need to make sure that
all of these pieces are charged and in working order, and if one link in the
chain fails, you're back to your own skills.
Andy
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From: Michael Maslo
To: Viphone
Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 8:27 AM
Subject: Re: Glasses
Out of curiosity, what plans are people who have these glasses have?
I personally can't justify the price for none of the plans. I would be
prohibiting to use them on my job due to sensitive material I have or in
contact with. Also the money spent for the glasses and plans could be used
to pay bills, save for a vacation or so many items. I respect there are a
lot who like this application but it is but not for me. If those who have
these glasses go shopping with them, how long does it take you to go
shopping? Is it faster then asking for assistance or using the on line
services offered by a lot of chains? Thanks for any responses.
On May 3, 2018 at 09:40, <Carolyn Arnold> wrote:
I wonder if their minutes roll over like AT&T and Net 10 prepay plans do?
Best regards,Carolyn -----Original Message-----From:
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Scott RumerySent: Thursday, May 3, 2018 9:28 AMTo:
viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: Re: GlassesHi Linda,The name of the company
is Aira pronounced "Eye Ra".I am actually going to be signing up for the
service today and if you or anyone else on the list are interested I can
share a referral link that if you use it when you sign up for the service
will get us both a free month of the service.The pricing for Aira is as
follows:100 minutes per month for $89200 minutes per month for $129400
minutes per month for $199Unlimited minutes per month for $329I know that it
sounds like a lot of money to pay but if you really think about the service
that they are providing it really doesn't seem that high to me. I know that
for my wife and me we will get a lot of use out of this service as there are
a lot of times during the month that we have to ask one of our sighted
friends or family members to either come over to our house to help us or to
use Face Time on the iPhone to help us.I am going to be signing up with the
200 minute plan to start, but if we need more time (which seems unlikely) I
can change it later. Also, keep in mind that if you find that you are not
using all of your minutes in the month you can then downgrade your service
unless you are already on the lowest tier plan. I believe that if you use
all of your minutes in a given month that you can then purchase more time
but as of right now I do not know how much it cost to add time to the
current month.I hope that this information is helpful, and please let me
know if you are interested in getting a referral link as I will then share
it with you.I hope that everyone has a great day!Scott RumeryOn 5/3/18,
Lynda Ingraham <lynda.ingra...@gmail.com> wrote:> Hi Everyone,>>>> Could
someone please post or repost the contact for the information > for the
company that has developed the glasses that allow you to > receive live
assistance from a person? If you happen to know the pricing plans, great.>
If> not, the contact info would be great.>>>> Thank you,>>>> Lynda>> --> The
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