[Blindtlk] Fwd: GW Micro announces new products at CSUN 2007

[David Andrews]

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>>>> gw-news at gwmicro.com 3/22/2007 6:30:46 PM >>>
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>At this year's CSUN conference, GW Micro and HIMS introduced the
>new notetaker, the Voice SENSE along with the accompanying Braille
>display, the SyncBraille.   In addition, we gave a preview of a
>brand new accessory for the Portable Sense View. The Voice SENSE is
>a voice-only, Braille input notetaker that is small enough to be
>carried in your purse or pocket.  For those familiar with the
>Braille Sense, you will enjoy the same software features and logical
>user-interface.  It has 1GB flash storage memory, 192M of system RAM
>and includes both a CF slot and SD slot for the easy transfer of
>files between machines.    Just like the Braille Sense there are
>stereo speakers and full array of media control buttons.  But unlike
>the Braille Sense, the Voice SENSE includes an FM radio.  The
>removable, lithium polymer battery powers the Voice Sense for up to
>12 hours of continuous use depending upon your use of the built-in
>Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other features.  The overall size is 7.4" wide
>by 3.6" deep and .98" high.  Due to these many features the Voice
>SENSE provides better portability, high performance, mobility and
>usability.  But there is another feature to highlight - GPS support.
> The Voice Sense includes options for both mobile travel and
>pedestrian travel, the ability to find or add points of interest and
>allowing for virtual travel to learn your route in advance of your
>trip.  Both CF and Blue Tooth receivers are supported.  These same
>GPS features will also be available on the Braille Sense.  The GPS
>receiver and maps are accessories and must be purchased separately. 
>The 20 cell and  32 cell Sync Braille displays are a perfect
>companion to the Voice SENSE.  Since Sync Braille is separate from
>the Voice SENSE, you can leave the Braille display at home or work,
>travel with the Voice SENSE, and then connect the Sync Braille when
>you need it.  Of course you can use the SyncBraille with your
>computer powered by Window-Eyes.  The Sync Braille connects to and
>is powered by your USB port.  The final new item is an external
>camera for the Portable Sense View designed specifically to aid in
>hand writing.  It attaches to the right side of the Portable Sense
>View but of course there is no reason that a left handed person
>can't turn the unit around for their convenience.  The handwriting
>camera is still in the pre-production stage so we cannot give any
>specific information about delivery or pricing. The Voice SENSE
>price is $1895 plus shipping.  However, we are providing a $100
>discount special offer beginning today and going through July 15,
>2007.  That means you can buy the Voice SENSE today for only $1795
>plus shipping.  The 20 cell SyncBraille retails for $2495 and the 32
>cell version is $3495.  We are taking orders immediately but are not
>scheduled to ship until sometime in June.