Thanks very much, Brett.

73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Brett Winches" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 7:26 PM
Subject: Re: blind accessible cell phones


> The Code factory MSP software is making great strides in making the
> simbian phones accessible.  Personally I am with AT&T though I manage a
> Verizon based set of cell phones here at work for our staff.  Business
> service is great but I am not as impressed with accessibility.  In any
> case the phone and access software will be a bit expensive though AT&T
> is offering the MSP software bundled with some of their phones at a
> great price under $90 however be careful to get a phone that is
> currently in production.  Check www.codefactory.es or perhaps it is
> codefactory.cat for more info.  73's Brett.... =20
> 
> 
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators
> [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of T Behler
> Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 5:03 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: blind accessible cell phones
> 
> Hi, everyone.
> 
> I know this has been discussed before on the list, but, at the time, I
> guess I wasn't seriously interested. ...  Now, since I'm increasingly
> playing a role in various aspects of emergency management both at my
> University and for my local ARES/RACES group, I am starting to think
> seriously of acquiring a cell phone.
> 
> What recommendations do you folks have for blind accessible cell phones?
> 
> Right now, my XYL has a Sprint phone, but we have not been very
> satisfied with Sprint coverage in our area.
> 
> Her plan ends in June of this year, and we'll probably make a switch of
> some sort.  As we prepare to do this, I'd like an idea as to which
> carriers and phones seem the most blind friendly.
> 
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> Thanks!
> 
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
> 
>