Smart phone
Definition: A smart phone is an advanced mobile phone, that allows you to do more than just make phone calls and send text messages. A typical smart phone might let you browse the internet and download apps. The iPhone and the HTC are very well known examples of smart phones.
Category: technology
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http://www.rnib.org.uk/livingwithsightloss/computersphones/pages/glossary.aspx
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Listening Books has over 10,000 wonderful fiction and non-fiction titles in our collection for
children and adults, including many popular authors. We also have set texts and study guides and many of our educational titles are recorded in our professional digital studios and aren't available anywhere else! Titles can be streamed over WiFi on computers, laptops, tablets, or
smartphones, downloaded to portable devices to listen to offline or on the go, or on
MP3 CDs sent through the post.
A digital download library, allowing subscribers to download talking books, talking magazines and podcasts directly to their computer, tablet or
smartphone.
If you want to feel empowered and knowledgeable about the world of
technology, then join our Accessible Technology sessions. Our Senior Accessibility
Advisor Alex can provide support with using a wide range of devices such as
smart phones, computers, tablets,
braille readers and much more. They can also offer support in how everyday devices can be used to support blind and partially sighted people in areas including
travel, finances, wellbeing and fitness, independent living and school. You can arrange a personal session online with Alex, designed just for you, or you and your family.
We also run a range of group workshops online. All sessions last between 1 and 1.5 hours and can be arranged at a date and time of your convenience.
Macular Society's Connect by Tech service offers one-to-one telephone support with the
technology you are using around your home. Make the most of you
smart phones, tablets, laptops and computers, smart speakers, and other technology. Help with setting up Alexa, using accessibility features on devices, help with video calls, setting up a computer, Zoom and conference calls and more. Zoom meeting on the fourth Friday of the month 10.30am
Library records mentioning Smart phone
If you have sight loss, and little or no experience with
technology, this guide can help you. You will discover the basics about computers, tablets and
smartphones and how to get online. You’ll also be able to learn about magnifiers and the accessibility features of TVs and radios.
