Life After Blindness: Recent Episodes
Tim Schwartz
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n this Life After Blindness podcast episode, Product Support Specialist Aaron Linson from Lab Computers, reviews the third generation Victor Reader Stream by Humanware. Learn about its new features, tactile interface, Wi-Fi capabilities, and compatibility with multiple file formats.
Host Tim Schwartz introduces the podcast and the guest for the episode, Aaron Linson from Lab Computers. Aaron is a Product Support Specialist who has been testing the all-new third generation Victor Reader Stream made by Humanware.
Tim starts the interview by asking Aaron about his background as a Product Support Specialist and his experience with the Victor Reader Stream. Aaron explains that he has been working with the device since its first generation and has seen it evolve over the years.
He then goes on to describe the new features of the third generation Victor Reader Stream, including improved built-in memory as well as more available external memory via SD card, faster processing speed, and a new and simplified user interface. He explains that the device is designed to be user-friendly, with simple navigation and an updated tactile interface that allows individuals with visual impairments to easily access its features.
Tim and Aaron discuss the device’s built-in Wi-Fi capabilities, which allow users to access online content such as downloading books and podcasts as well as stream Internet radio stations. They also talk about the device’s support for multiple file formats, including DAISY, EPUB, and MP3, which make it compatible with a wide range of digital books and other materials.
Aaron highlights some of the updated and new features of the device, including a built-in speaker, separate microphone and headphone jacks, and Bluetooth connectivity.
Tim and Aaron discuss the device’s battery life, which can last for up to 15 hours, as well as its lightweight and compact design, which makes it easy to carry around.
Aaron explains that the Victor Reader Stream is a great standalone device to have, not just for its tactile nature but compared to a smart phone, it would experience fewer problems with bugs or crashes.
The new third generation Victor Reader Stream is available now from Humanware for $550 in the United States. It will be coming to Canada and the UK very soon.
Big thanks to Aaron Linson for his time and expertise.
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