So I was rather excited about the following which I wrote after first trial with my Nexus seven tablet and a head mouse. Following that, I did a little bit
more trial and basically discovered that it was a real hassle to get the tablet to wake up again after the screen falls asleep. Since it is a head mouse option, I actually can see the screen not falling asleep for extended periods of time given the consistent
mouse input access. But of course this could get to be a battery drain very quickly.
When the screen does fall asleep, I had a lot of trouble with getting it to wake up using a standard USB mouse as well as the head mouse. Once I did get it
to wake up, it did not always seem to reenable mouse clicking or even touchscreen. I did try a couple of alternatives such as using "No Lock" which is an app from the market that deactivates the lock screen. That was better, but nothing worked super consistently.
I should add that I did not have these problems using a Bluetooth mouse that I tried previously.
Amy, just curious if you have a similar problem with the galaxy tab? Have you tried letting the screen go to sleep?
But for the tablet options. I own a google nexus tablet (currently retails for $199). Using a .87 cent cable that I got from amazon some time ago I was able
to plug in our tracker pro and a standard USB mouse.
I was able to use for typing, although I do not have more extensive AAC apps on my tablet at this point, I see no reason why it would not work.
The Nexus tablet is here
http://www.google.com/nexus/7/ and the cable I bought is here
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FUNYSA/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00 .
A word to the wise on the cable, I have heard via tablet forums that not all of these are created equal, and this one was also shipped from Hong Kong. It may
be better to look for one over the counter; I would assume that this would work as well
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2261721 . Obviously, especially if this is needed soon I would go for something closer.
Ed Hitchcock OT/L
Technology Center
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
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Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 6:34 PM
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Subject: RE: Android for AAC
I’m looking into getting a Bluetooth keyboard/trackpad for my friend who has the Samsung Galaxy tablet…. I’ll let the group know how it goes…
Margaret
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On Behalf Of Amy Roman
Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 4:27 PM
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Subject: Android for AAC
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Hi Alisa and List, LOL. Sorry for my last two very brief emails. I actually didn't notice I was writing on the listserv instead of just responding to Margaret. Here is a little more information to explain how I'm using the Android for AAC: I would recommend a refurbished Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. Walmart has them for $249.00 right now along with a $36.00 two year warranty that includes spills, drops, and basic electronic problems. Though I'm conflicted
in recommending people buy from Walmart, I'm making an exception on this listserv because we dwell in the world of low and no-budgets. GT2s can be purchased elswhere for more $$$ for people unable to rationalize a Walmart purchase. To use a pointing device you will need a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 USB adapter. Here is one. I have had sucess with this set-up with every USB tracker I have tried so far including head trackers, touchpads, joysticks, and trackballs. If a patient needs a switch for mouse clicking you would need an adapted mouse, trackball, etc
because you will not have a port for a Swifty and you certainly don't have a switch port. Does that make sense?
I'm still learning about mobile tablets and excited to hear about anything other have learned or recommend.
I know, I need hand holding here
J But exact info will help me assemble what I need and try it out. Thanks, Alisa Alisa Brownlee, ATP Assistive Technology Specialist ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association, National Office and Greater Philadelphia Chapter
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