Open Hand Autumn 2016
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Bill’s software review:<br />
Bill’s<br />
‘did you know’<br />
tips<br />
• There are certain<br />
‘Windows’<br />
operating systems<br />
on your computer<br />
that come with<br />
magnifying and/or<br />
narrator functions<br />
already built in<br />
Samsung Galaxy J5,<br />
adapted by ‘Synapptic’<br />
I find the Synapptic adaptation on the<br />
Samsung Galaxy J5 advantageous for<br />
my needs. During the few months I<br />
have been using it I have been<br />
encouraged to text and e-mail more<br />
efficiently because it announces every<br />
letter, or reads the whole passage<br />
aloud so that I can check before<br />
sending.<br />
This device can do a range of everyday<br />
things to help you, all by voice,<br />
including:<br />
• Identify colours of washing<br />
• Read a paper document<br />
• Read labels in a shop<br />
• Identify local points of interest<br />
• Act as a spirit level<br />
• Act as a compass<br />
• Record voice memos<br />
• Notify you of appointments<br />
…oh, and guess what, you can make<br />
and receive calls too! You can read<br />
more about Synapptic on page 26.<br />
• You can buy a<br />
‘talking’<br />
microwave, grill<br />
and convectional<br />
oven<br />
• Your Local<br />
Authority may be<br />
able to help you<br />
with ‘direct<br />
payments’.<br />
Depending on your<br />
circumstances,<br />
these may help<br />
pay for a personal<br />
assistant (PA). PA’s<br />
can help you in<br />
many different<br />
ways including<br />
supporting you<br />
with your shopping<br />
and cooking<br />
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