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ClearView+ now available to use at Newcastle City Library
The brand new City Library in Newcastle-upon-Tyne was recently kitted out with the latest access technology for visually impaired people - including the Optelec ClearView+ Desktop Video Magnifier.
"The ClearView+ is a great addition to our library service. Partially sighted library users now have easier access to standard size printed books and periodicals".
Barbara Bravey, Newcastle City Library
Compactmini reviewed in The New York Times online
The Compactmini was reviewed by Eric A. Taub in the Gadgetwise blog on The New York Times online.Gadgetwise discusses everything related to buying and using personal technology products and features news, consumer oriented industry analysis and useful tips to help people make the most of their gadgets.
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Eric A. Taub, The New York Times online
Mr Marks enjoys using the Compact+
“It’s become my left hand. I cannot recommend it enough. It’s compact, functional and easy to use. It has multiple applications – I can change the magnification and colour, and even freeze-frame! It’s perfect for reading the paper, a book or a menu. It has a useful handle and a pouch that I can put on my belt if I’m going away, which I do quite a bit. Also the fact it is rechargeable is a huge bonus. I give it 12 out of 10.”Find out more about the Compact+
Mr Marks, Kent
ClearView+ video magnifiers placed in Hertfordshire Libraries
Many UK libraries are already developing accessible services, including those in Hertfordshire. Over the past few years, they have been implementing a programme of installation of ClearView+ video magnifiers at locations across their library network.Penny Whitehead, from Hertfordshire Library Service commented, “We are delighted to offer these excellent magnification facilities in our libraries across the county. Library users with low vision are now able to access our standard print books, newspapers and magazines using the ClearView+. They can also continue to enjoy their hobbies and interests; one user said that it was the first time he had been able to see his stamps clearly for 20 years.”
“ClearView+ is one of a range of accessible services we offer, which include computer facilities with screen-reading and magnification software, and a monthly reading group for people with a visual impairment, with local transport provided.”
To find out about making your resources and facilities more accessible to visually impaired library users, contact Optelec for a brochure.
Ms Penny Whitehead, Hertfordshire Library Service