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Full History - 2016 - 11 - 02 - ID#5ar972
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Nearby Explorer for iOS: Putting GPS to the Test (coolblindtech.com)
submitted by fastfinge
angelcake 2 points 6y ago
It sounds interesting but before spending that much I'd want to see a functional demo version. This would be awesome for my partner but it would mean buying an iPod touch or iPad mini in order to run it. He could use mine for a trial but there's no way to "try before you buy" unless I missed it.
-shacklebolt- 1 points 6y ago
Nearby Explorer has a free version (nearby explorer online) if you are on Android. But you must have a data connection to use it.

If your partner doesn't have a smartphone at all, if it is at all possible I strongly recommend it. There are so many life-improving apps for blind people on smartphones these days.
angelcake 1 points 6y ago
Thank you. I'll pass on the info.
fastfinge [OP] 1 points 6y ago
Could he try a cheaper GPS app like blindsquare, to see how GPS works for him? Personally, I'm happy with Blindsquare, and wouldn't even consider purchasing nearbuy explorer. It doesn't seem to offer any advantage over blindsquare that I can tell.
angelcake 2 points 6y ago
I'll suggest he has a look. Thank you.
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