Braille Sense OnHand, with its 18-cell Braille display, is the smallest (6.7" x 3.5"), lightest (0.93 lbs.) and most fashionable portable notetaker for the blind and visually impaired. OnHand is a portable networking device and a great way to enjoy multimedia entertainment.
OnHand supports DAISY and media playback, multiple document types like PDF and DOCX, Address and Schedule Management, Web Browsing and E-mail, Scientific Calculation and Social Networking. Create high-quality WAV or MP3 recordings with the notetaker's built-in mono mic, line-in source, or external stereo mic (not included). Unique Media buttons on the front of the unit are conveniently accessible to control DAISY, FM Radio, and media playback. Its integrated wireless LAN allows you to surf the web in Wi-Fi accessible zones. OnHand is Sense Navigation ready. Just add the GPS software (optional).
Small yet powerful
Braille Sense OnHand provides a variety of powerful programs like File Manager, Word Processor, schedule Manager, Address Manager, E-mail, MSN Messenger, FM Radio, DAISY Player, Media Player, Scientific Calculator, Games, Sense Navigation (optional) and more. Its user-friendly menu structure is similar to Microsoft Windows. The intuitive File Manager automatically launches the relevant program when a file is opened.
Quality hardware design
Typing Braille with OnHand is quieter than on any other notetaker. OnHand features an ergonomically
comfortable Perkins-style Braille keyboard and an 18-cell Braille display packaged in a high-quality
custom case. Ample storage offers 4GB on-board and supports high-capacity SD cards. An extra battery and charger are included.
Social Networking and Games
Keep in touch with your friends and family using OnHand's enhanced social networking via Google Talk and Twitter. Enjoy games like "Brain Work" to help improve your memory and math skills, or shake for fun with "Flying Dice".
Unique and powerful multi-tasking
OnHand is the most powerful Braille notetaker on the market, capable of running up to seven programs
simultaneously and easily switching between them. Synchronize Contacts and Calendar with Microsoft
Outlook. OnHand acts as a Braille display for your screen reader on a PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
Built-in GPS receiver and digital compass
OnHand's built-in navigational hardware (map data required) routes you more accurately to your destination. Take a virtual tour in real-time to any POI (Point of Interest).
External portable LCD optional)
A visual text window of the Braille display can be shown simultaneously on the optional external portable USB LCD screen allowing easier interaction between the OnHand user and teachers and parents. Also, the LCD display is an excellent communication tool for deaf/blind users.
FREE firmware upgrades
As a customer-friendly company, HIMS offers all Braille Sense users free firmware upgrades.
