Sight and Sound News
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New kReader Software Release
kReader Version 6.4
New Features in This Release
Level Indicator — This provides information through audible beep tones to indicate whether and how much the Reader is tilted when held over the target. True horizontal is indicated by the absence of beeps. Beep pulsing increases as the Reader moves from horizontal toward vertical, and pulsing slows as the Reader becomes more level above the target. Beeps will be heard if the Reader is tilted away, end to end, side to side or both away from horizontal. This feature only works in image capture and must be switched on or off in the settings menu.
Glare Report — This feature informs users if light from the camera or another source is causing glare to be reflected on the image. The report is presented during image processing and will indicate whether the glare is some, moderate, or significant. No glare is detected if a glare report is not provided.
Open Text File in Notes — This feature allows the text from a captured image to be displayed in the phone’s text reading program called notes, rather than switching to the text reading screen during image processing. With the text displayed in notes, the file is exposed to the phone’s screen reader and may also be read with a supported Braille display. Note that processing must finish completely before the notes file is opened and this feature can be switched on or off by going to the Reader settings menu.
Color Identifier — This feature provides a verbal report of color captured in an image by pressing 7 on the keypad at the image capture screen. The report only includes a single color as seen by the camera. Best results will normally be achieved with the camera flash turned on and when color detection images are captured in moderate in-door light.
The software can be downloaded here, along with installation instruction and a quick reference guide.
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kReader Mobile NEW SUPPORTED PHONES and TRIAL VERSION – NOW AVAILABLE
With the release of version 6.3.1 of the kReader Mobile application has been extended to support the following additional mobile phones:
Nokia E71 (best used with the kReader Mobile – Learning Difficulties Edition),
Nokia N79
Nokia N82
Nokia N85
Nokia N86
Nokia N95 8GB
Nokia 6220 Classic.Please note that changes in phone models and availability must be expected. However, phones which become unavailable from suppliers will continue to be supported for use with the Mobile Reader software as changes are made to support newer phones and models as they become available. This applies at present to the N82 and the 6220 Classic.
The kReader mobile is also available as a 14 day trial version. This trial is a full version of the Mobile Reader software.
Please note that a special trial licenses must be obtained from Sight and Sound Technology.
The software can be downloaded here, along with installation instruction and a quick reference guide.
To obtain your 14 day trial activation code, start the kReader application. You will then be given a software activation number, go to the kReader licence request page and complete the kReader Activation Request form or telephone 0845 634 7979. Once completed you will receive your activation licence number.
For more information on each of these devices please visit the kReader product page.
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Absolutely blinding: The amazing photographs taken by the man who can’t see.
Article by the Daily Mail.
With the use of ZoomText, Brian Negus can view the spectacular images captured with his digital camera.
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Freedom Scientific Releases JAWS 11
Freedom Scientific have released the English release of JAWS version 11, the world’s leading screen reader for visually impaired computer users. This new release includes features that will expand educational and employment opportunities for users at all levels. These new features include Research It, Word Index, a free software DAISY player, and enhancements specifically for Windows 7, including UI Automation support and improved ARIA support.
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kReader Mobile – Demonstration Video
Did you miss the demonstration of the kReader Mobile at Sight Village?
You can watch the kReader demonstration here.
Sight and Sound Promotions
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SAPPHIRE – Limited Offer – Save £200

For a limited period the SAPPHIRE Portable Video Magnifier has been reduced to £795.00 (Usually £995)
Whenever and wherever you need a little help reading, SAPPHIRE is there to cover your magnification needs. Now you can read menus, receipts, see details on maps, decipher bus and train schedules – even read labels on medicine bottles while at the chemist – with one compact and versatile battery operated magnification solution.
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Focus 40 Braille Displays Special Offer Pricing
Special Offer, both the Focus 40 and Focus 40 Blue are at £1750.00 for a limited time only.For more information about the Focus 40 Braille display visit the Focus 40 product page.
For more information about the new Focus 40 Blue visit the Focus 40 Blue product page.
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SARA Price Reduction – Now Only £1495.00
The Sara Scanning and Reading Appliance has now been reduced to £1495.00You can start using SARA right out of the box, with no experience or training. Just place your book or document on the scanning area, and press the scan button. SARA automatically scans and recognizes the text and reads it to you. During the reading, you can adjust the voice rate and volume as well as fast forward and rewind.
To read more please visit the SARA product page
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New Netbook Available to Purchase Pre-Installed With JAWS
We are now offering the Samsung N130 netbook pre-installed with JAWS Standard for only £999.00*
This powerful netbook has a battery life of up to 5 hours and 160GB of hard drive space!
For a full specification please visit the Samsung N130 product page.
For information on JAWS please visit the JAWS Product Page.
If you would like further information on this or any of our other products please call 0845 634 7979 and select option 1 or use the form on our contact page.
*price includes composite rate VAT at 5.2%
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ZoomText Magnifier Reader PC Bundle – Only £999 ex VAT
Desktop PC
Choice of Microsoft Windows Versions
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
ZoomText Magnifier Reader
ZoomText Large keys keyboard
Speakers
Mouse
3 Years Warranty – Hardware only
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ZoomText Magnifier PC Bundle – Only £899 ex VAT
Desktop PC
Choice of Microsoft Windows Versions
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
ZoomText Magnifier
ZoomText Large keys keyboard
Speakers
Mouse
3 Years Warranty – Hardware only
£899ex VAT
Sight and Sound Events
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CamSight
Tuesday 10th of August 2010
10:00 – 16:00The Methodist Church Hall
Green End Road
Cambridge
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English Blind Golf Championships
Monday 16th of August 2010
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Friday 20th of August 2010Whittlebury Park Golf and Country Club
Near Towcester
Northamptonshire
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Macular Disease Society Conference – London
Saturday 25th of September 2010
10:00 – 14:00Royal National Hotel
Bedford Way
London
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Blackpool & Fylde Society Blind
Friday 1st of October 2010
10:00 – 17:00Blackpool & Fylde Society Blind
Bosworth Place
Merton
Blackpool
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Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind
Friday 1st October 2010
10:00 – 17:00Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind
Bosworth Place
Blackpool
FY4 1SH
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