Thanks, Chris!
I appreciate the information, pros and cons!
Lisa M. Bruening, M.S., CCC-SLP
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From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Chris Jasch
Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2013 4:09 PM
To: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com
Subject: RE: hands free blue tooth activation for mobile phone
I personally use the nobuttonsheadset. (I have ALS) It works pretty well, my only complaint is I can't push a number once the call is connected. So for instance if I get one of those menu messages that requires you to push a 1 or 2 or 3, I can't do that.
The other occasional problem is using it in bed. You need to have the magnets fairly close. They have a couple different options for the magnets, which I believe are all included when you purchase it. But sometimes it's difficult to get it stabilized on a pillow for it to be within easy access. Some of that can be contributed to the limited patience of my 16-year-old.
In my chair, a small magnet is hidden inside my head rest. It then activates Siri on my iPhone's which has its own limitations.
Chris
Christine Jasch, OTR/L
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
Technology Center
345 E. Superior, Room 1543
Chicago, IL 60611
From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of lisa
Sent: Friday, December 28, 2012 2:44 PM
To: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com
Subject: hands free blue tooth activation for mobile phone
Hi Group…
Happy New Year!
Is anyone familiar with any of these devices for hands free blue tooth cell phone operation for a man with ALS who cannot use his hands or arms?
http://www.etoengineering.com/quadriplegic.htm#switch&voice_solutions
http://www.broadenedhorizons.com/blog/2012/03/android-voice-control/
http://www.nobuttonsheadset.com/
If not, could you suggest an alternative?
Thanks!
Lisa M. Bruening, M.S., CCC-SLP
Director of Care Services
The ALS Association Northern Ohio Chapter
Direct Line: 216-867-1262
Chapter Phone: 216-592-2572
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Fax: 216-592-2575
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