the Forth Valley Sensory Centre newsletter - Falkirk Council

Reserve your place: Places are limited so need to be reserved in
advance. To secure your place contact Steph Upton-Norbury on 020
7391 2227 or email steph.upton-norbury@rnib.org.uk.
eBook readers
The 'e' in eBook stands for 'electronic'. So, an eBook is simply a book in
electronic format. New books, newspapers and magazines are starting to
be published in eBook format at the same time as print editions. So
eBooks give you access to thousands of new books and publications
every year at the same time as sighted readers.
We like to think of eBooks as a 3-in-1 reading format. If eBooks are
accessible they can be read in various ways: as audio, braille or large
print, allowing you to choose the method that works for you.
You can read eBooks using a dedicated eBook reader such as the
Amazon Kindle, a multi-functional device such as the iPad, or use
software on your computer or mobile phone. Different eBook readers
offer different types and levels of accessibility so it's important to find one
that suits your needs.
Whether you're completely new to the concept of eBooks, know a little or
just want to be sure you're making the most of the eBook reader you
already have, join our event. Hear from an RNIB expert, ask questions,
share experiences and try out some eBook readers for yourself.
Phone watch: Smartphones
Mobile phones today are about so much more than calls and text
messages, they are swiftly becoming an essential part of everyday life.
We're in an age of smartphones with people using them to get connected
to the internet, read eBooks, play music and find their way with satellite
navigation.
Many of the popular smartphones available on the high street have been
designed with blind and partially sighted people in mind, it’s often just
about knowing how to access the right built-in features or add-ons.
Join our event and discover the accessible features of iPhone, iPad,
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