Having smart home services hooked up is definitely a game changer. I've been using smart blinds at home here for 6 years. Aunt truly enjoy them. With a south-facing wall, I needed something to block out the summer heat however provide Access to the visible outside world when needed. For this, I programmed my blinds using a routine labeled summer and site. With geofencing enabled I turn on my air conditioner and set the blinds to 21% with the summer command. This provides shade but does not block the AC vent. When I leave or when I say cite the blinds go up and the AC turns off. I must refine that last statement. The AC does not turn off the blinds. Just go up.
The price varies depending on what you're getting. Changes for style, size, even whether you need a remote or not. The ones I got were somewhere between $300 and $400 each.
You can't really do that since the price varies depending on the size, style, etc. Even if you want a charging cable or remote. Everything affects the price.
I’m not a member, but can I ask your opinion on the computer I’m 80 years old with macular degeneration, cataracts and scar tissue from RK I need a computer with the big cursor and easy to read as I need a magnifying glass to write letters or to use the computer. What would you recommend? I’m on Social Security and I’m 80 years old.
Hi. I hope Sam answers but I wanted to share a few options for other resources. The National Federation of the Blind has a program called Silver Bells that helps with other non-visual strategies. Also, a low vision clinic in your town might have screen magnification options that could help with writing letters and/or computer magnification. Most computers have accessibility features that will allow you to change the font size and cursor size. The screen size and clarity will probably be something that is based on what works for you. Both my parents have macular degeneration. My mom prefers a small 10-11” screen while my dad has a 13-14” screen. I have a much larger screen so I can enlarge the font to make it easier for me to read. Hope that helps and Sam can give you some other options.
As MM said, All computers these days have great accessibility built in, probably everything you will need, so you should really base your decision around other criteria such as budget and what you'll be using the computer for. No need to spend a ton of money on a super powerful computer if you're just going to be surfing the Internet and writing emails. Monitor size will matter, but it's a personal preference. I personally use a 43 inch monitor which tends to be overkill for a lot of people. I'd recommend going to a computer store and looking at different monitor sizes to see what feels right for you. If you need help purchasing a computer, another resource would be "Computers for the Blind" out of California.
Having smart home services hooked up is definitely a game changer. I've been using smart blinds at home here for 6 years. Aunt truly enjoy them. With a south-facing wall, I needed something to block out the summer heat however provide Access to the visible outside world when needed. For this, I programmed my blinds using a routine labeled summer and site. With geofencing enabled I turn on my air conditioner and set the blinds to 21% with the summer command. This provides shade but does not block the AC vent. When I leave or when I say cite the blinds go up and the AC turns off.
I must refine that last statement. The AC does not turn off the blinds. Just go up.
Nice!
I definitely need to look into these. Especially on my east window for the bedroom! Have to inquire on the cost! Thanks again, Sam! You are the man! 😉
The price varies depending on what you're getting. Changes for style, size, even whether you need a remote or not. The ones I got were somewhere between $300 and $400 each.
I like the room darkening feature.
How would you mount the outside window frame version❓️👁
The brackets that the blinds click into are "L" shaped. So they can attach either to the top of the inside or to the front of the outside.
❤ first comment!! That never happens. Love these blinds
Congrat!
Nice job. Suggest that you give the price of them.
You can't really do that since the price varies depending on the size, style, etc. Even if you want a charging cable or remote. Everything affects the price.
Cool blinds!
I’m not a member, but can I ask your opinion on the computer I’m 80 years old with macular degeneration, cataracts and scar tissue from RK I need a computer with the big cursor and easy to read as I need a magnifying glass to write letters or to use the computer. What would you recommend? I’m on Social Security and I’m 80 years old.
Hi. I hope Sam answers but I wanted to share a few options for other resources. The National Federation of the Blind has a program called Silver Bells that helps with other non-visual strategies. Also, a low vision clinic in your town might have screen magnification options that could help with writing letters and/or computer magnification.
Most computers have accessibility features that will allow you to change the font size and cursor size. The screen size and clarity will probably be something that is based on what works for you. Both my parents have macular degeneration. My mom prefers a small 10-11” screen while my dad has a 13-14” screen. I have a much larger screen so I can enlarge the font to make it easier for me to read.
Hope that helps and Sam can give you some other options.
As MM said, All computers these days have great accessibility built in, probably everything you will need, so you should really base your decision around other criteria such as budget and what you'll be using the computer for. No need to spend a ton of money on a super powerful computer if you're just going to be surfing the Internet and writing emails. Monitor size will matter, but it's a personal preference. I personally use a 43 inch monitor which tends to be overkill for a lot of people. I'd recommend going to a computer store and looking at different monitor sizes to see what feels right for you. If you need help purchasing a computer, another resource would be "Computers for the Blind" out of California.
Luv it.
Can the blinds rip easily?
Possibly, the ones I got are made out of a type of paper material. Forgive me, but I'm not going to test this for you, LOL!
@@theblindlife i understand, I wouldn’t want you to rip your blinds
👍 Price?
The price varies depending on the style, size, even little things like whether you need a remote or not. The ones I got were under $400 each.
No one has blinds where we live. Everyone have shutters. I still haven’t found anyone who makes a retro smart opener for shutters.