Talking Times, Summer 2022 Part 3
NLS releases BARD Mobile for Android version 1.4
NLS is pleased to announce the release of version 1.4 of the BARD Mobile Android app, allowing patrons using Android devices running operating systems 7 through 11 to read contracted braille with supported refreshable braille displays via the BrailleBack app from the Google Play store. Supported displays are listed in the description of the BrailleBack app in the Google Play store. Version 1.4 of BARD Mobile for Android includes the following: Braille Reflow adjusts formatting for displays shorter than 40 cells; Braille Auto-scroll allows users to move through braille text automatically based on adjustable time increments; Adjust User Account Settings to show audio and/or braille content based on reading preferences; Troubleshoot and reset the app to delete data, including downloaded content or all data from the device; Various bugs fixes under the hood. Users who have enabled auto-updates for the BARD Mobile app in the Play Store will get version 1.4 on their mobile device seamlessly. Others will need to update the app through the Play Store manually. Users can identify the version running on their devices by checking the bottom of the Settings screen. While NLS eReader pilot devices are not currently compatible with the Android platform, NLS is working on a solution to achieve full compatibility between NLS eReaders and Android devices. For additional details, please consult the BARD Mobile Android User Manualor in the BARD Mobile How-To Series of videos at https://tinyurl.com/BARDHowTo. The manual will be updated soon to include a new section about connecting a refreshable braille display.
We Are Almost Back to Normal
The Talking Books Library staff continue to work in hybrid mode with staff members working in the office more days of the week, Monday to Friday. Team members receive messages and respond to them as fast as possible. Please continue to leave your DB numbers or titles, change of address, or other information on our voicemail at (401)574-9310. We will update your account and send the requested materials. If you need us to call you back, please indicate this in your message, and we will surely call you back. You may also reach us by email at talking.books@olis.ri.gov.
Tax-Deductible Donations
Every gift to the R.I. Talking Books Library, benefits all program members. Contributions allow us to fund projects not covered in the general budget. We accept donations in memory of a loved one, family member, or to honor an individual. If you wish to remain anonymous, please let us know in an accompanying note. To donate, send a check or money order payable to the R.I. Talking Books Library and mail it to the R.I. Office of Library & Information Services, Talking Books Library, 1 Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908. Your donations are greatly appreciated and used solely to purchase Talking Books Library materials. The Talking Books Library staff wishes you a safe and enjoyable summer!
TBL Holiday Closings
May 30, 2022 - Memorial Day
July 4, 2022 - Independence Day
August 8, 2022 - Victory Day
September 5, 2022 - Labor Day
October 10, 2022 - Columbus Day
This publication is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act administered by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services.