Don't miss the Aging in America: How to Plan for It webcast. It's October 30 at 1 pm Eastern Time. Sign up for it at http://media.xfactorcom.com/medialink/NAELA/20081030/
It's free to attend!
Taken from the website:
As Americans age, what are their concerns? A NAELA Survey of Elder Issues of Americans found the top concerns to be "losing their physical health” and “running out of money.” Hear from the experts as they discuss the financial, medical, legal, social and family considerations of growing older. From living quarters to living wills, understand your options in senior housing as well as in medical decisions. Hear how to maintain a financial legacy for your children while providing for your care as well. Discover how to talk with aging parents about what can be a delicate topic.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Get $50 off the Amazon Kindle
Okay, I don't personally have an Amazon Kindle (Amazon's Wireless Reading Device), but I have experimented with one. And for those of you who are just dying to get one, now might be the time! Amazon is offering a $50 discount off the price of a Kindle if you use coupon code "OPRAHWINFREY".
Curious if the Kindle works where you live? Check out this blog post to see a map and if coverage is in your area.
UPDATE 12/08 - Trying to buy a Kindle, but finding they're out of stock? Check to see if you can buy a refurbished Amazon Kindle!
Curious if the Kindle works where you live? Check out this blog post to see a map and if coverage is in your area.
UPDATE 12/08 - Trying to buy a Kindle, but finding they're out of stock? Check to see if you can buy a refurbished Amazon Kindle!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Free audio books, textbooks, and eBooks.... again!
Okay, I just realized the other day that I've been blogging for over a year now! In light of this, I figured it was a good time to review what some of my most popular blog posts have been during this last "blog year"..... so, to start things off, the most popular post of last year for the Talking Books Librarian blog was:
Free Audio books, textbooks, and eBooks - check out the post at http://tinyurl.com/freetextbooks
And the best thing about the link given in that blog post is that it's to a wiki, so it will be continually updated.... meaning you can easily keep up to date on all the latest free audio books, textbooks, and eBooks! And we all know, there's nothing better than free books... (and if you're a college student, especially free textbooks!)
BTW, please feel free to share any other sites you like that offer free audio books, textbooks, or eBooks!
ALSO - If you like FREE STUFF, be sure to check out all these FREEBIES
And if you can't find the textbook you're looking for free, you might check out the textbooks at Amazon! They have some good deals!
Free Audio books, textbooks, and eBooks - check out the post at http://tinyurl.com/freetextbooks
And the best thing about the link given in that blog post is that it's to a wiki, so it will be continually updated.... meaning you can easily keep up to date on all the latest free audio books, textbooks, and eBooks! And we all know, there's nothing better than free books... (and if you're a college student, especially free textbooks!)
BTW, please feel free to share any other sites you like that offer free audio books, textbooks, or eBooks!
ALSO - If you like FREE STUFF, be sure to check out all these FREEBIES
And if you can't find the textbook you're looking for free, you might check out the textbooks at Amazon! They have some good deals!
Have some used books or textbooks lying around? Sell them for money at Cash4Books
Monday, October 20, 2008
Could using Google help improve your memory?
Okay, what do you think.... Could using Google help improve your memory?
What on earth am I talking about? Well.... have you read the article Workout for the brain just a few clicks away? It's at http://tinyurl.com/3h44cd
Taken from the article, "Searching the Internet may help middle-aged and older adults keep their memories sharp, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday... Many studies have found that challenging mental activities such as puzzles can help preserve brain function, but few have looked at what role the Internet might play."
Check it out... and then head over to your favorite search engine to start improving your memory! :)
What on earth am I talking about? Well.... have you read the article Workout for the brain just a few clicks away? It's at http://tinyurl.com/3h44cd
Taken from the article, "Searching the Internet may help middle-aged and older adults keep their memories sharp, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday... Many studies have found that challenging mental activities such as puzzles can help preserve brain function, but few have looked at what role the Internet might play."
Check it out... and then head over to your favorite search engine to start improving your memory! :)
Monday, October 13, 2008
White Cane Day is October 15!
Did you know that White Cane Day/White Cane Safety Day is celebrated each year on October 15? For more info, check out http://www.whitecaneday.org/
And don't forget you can find more info about how to get a FREE white cane! Enjoy!
And don't forget you can find more info about how to get a FREE white cane! Enjoy!
Friday, October 10, 2008
Librarians & Teachers Get a 20% Discount on Books October 17 - 19!!!
Attention all teachers and librarians! Did you know you can get a 20% discount on books at Half Price Books October 17 - 19? For more info, check out http://www.halfpricebooks.com/educators.html
Monday, October 6, 2008
UN Book Days are here!
October 9 & 10 is the first ever UN (United Nations) Book Days! What on earth am I talking about? Check out the website at http://unp.un.org/bookdays.aspx for more info!
The new Next Generation Perkins Brailler has arrived!
The new Next Generation Perkins Brailler has arrived! The official press release is at http://www.perkins.org/whatsnew/news/press-release-nextgen.html
For more info about the Brailler, go to http://www.perkins.org/whatsnew/next-generation.html
What's the price? $650!
According to the website, "The Next Generation retains all the attributes of our classic model but it is now 25% lighter and easier to use than ever before.
For more info about the Brailler, go to http://www.perkins.org/whatsnew/next-generation.html
What's the price? $650!
According to the website, "The Next Generation retains all the attributes of our classic model but it is now 25% lighter and easier to use than ever before.
The Next Generation Perkins Brailler is:
More portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size
New features and improvements in the Next Generation Perkins Brailler include:
Friday, October 3, 2008
Accessible Computer Games (Past, Present & Future)
Phil Vlasak Discusses Accessible Computer Games (Past, Present & Future) On Tek Talk Monday, October 6, 2008
The Accessible World News Wire, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Phil Vlasak, founder of one of the oldest companies dedicated to developing blind accessible games, will review the past present and future of blind friendly computer games during the next Tek Talk event. This will include a description of the text only games in the past up through the surround
sound windows games of today and then review predictions of what developments are next in the gaming industry.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a gaming expert all about the world of accessible fun and entertainment.
Contact: Phil Vlasak, President, PCs games.
www.pcsgames.net.
Email: phil@pcsgames.net
Date: Monday, October 6, 2008
Time: 5:00 p.m. Pacific, 6:00 p.m. Mountain, 7:00 p.m. Central,
8:00 p.m. Eastern and elsewhere in the world Tuesday 0:00 GMT.
Where: TekTalk Conference Room at:
http://conference321.com/
Or, alternatively,
http://www.accessibleworld.org
All Tech Talk training events are recorded so if you are unable to participate live at the above times then you may download the presentation or podcast from the Tech Talk archives on our website at
http://www.accessibleworld.org
All online interactive programs require no password, are free of charge, and open to anyone worldwide having an Internet connection, a computer, speakers, and a sound card. Those with microphones can interact audibly with the presenters and others in the virtual audience.
If you are a first-time user of the Talking Communities online conferencing software, there is a small, safe software program that you need to download and then run. A link to the software is available on every entry screen to the Accessible World online rooms.
Sign up information for all Accessible World News Wires and discussion lists are also available at our website: http://www.accessibleworld.org
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
A Review of the Accessibility of Digital Audio Players
Let's face it... digital audio players have come a long way in recent years. In light of this, AFB's blog has a great post titled, "Now Playing: A Review of the Accessibility of Digital Audio Players, Part 2: Assistive Technology Players"
Check it out at http://www.afb.org/afbpress/pub.asp?DocID=aw090504
Taken from the article:
This article examines the BookCourier, the Victor Reader Stream, the Milestone 311/312, and the players from Plextor. The Book Port is not included, since the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) has discontinued it. This article also discusses the media players that are included in several assistive technology PDA (personal digital assistant) devices, including the PAC Mate, BrailleNote/VoiceNote, Braille Sense/Voice Sense, and Braille+/Icon, as well as accessing digital media on cell phones using the third-party screen-reader software products TALKS, Mobile Speak, and Smart Hal...
After working on this project for several months, we concluded that the assistive technology industry is paying serious attention to accessing books and music. In the category of handheld players, the Victor Reader Stream is now the leading product. AFB TECH testers generally preferred the Stream because of its slightly-easier-to-use interface and because it plays NLS books.
Note from Talking Books Librarian: In case you've never seen the Victor Reader Stream before, you can find out more about it here (it's my personal favorite!):
Check it out at http://www.afb.org/afbpress/pub.asp?DocID=aw090504
Taken from the article:
This article examines the BookCourier, the Victor Reader Stream, the Milestone 311/312, and the players from Plextor. The Book Port is not included, since the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) has discontinued it. This article also discusses the media players that are included in several assistive technology PDA (personal digital assistant) devices, including the PAC Mate, BrailleNote/VoiceNote, Braille Sense/Voice Sense, and Braille+/Icon, as well as accessing digital media on cell phones using the third-party screen-reader software products TALKS, Mobile Speak, and Smart Hal...
After working on this project for several months, we concluded that the assistive technology industry is paying serious attention to accessing books and music. In the category of handheld players, the Victor Reader Stream is now the leading product. AFB TECH testers generally preferred the Stream because of its slightly-easier-to-use interface and because it plays NLS books.
Note from Talking Books Librarian: In case you've never seen the Victor Reader Stream before, you can find out more about it here (it's my personal favorite!):
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