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[Bobbie915]

Hello everyone, I feel like a kid in a sweet shop! Isn't it amazing how we take our senses for granted, until we lose them? Apart from wet AMD in both eyes and lost central vision in one - I am pretty deaf. I bought some new ReSound hearing aids recently which are pretty good, maybe one more adjustment for them to the perfect. A couple of days ago we went off to the Apple shop to get me a new iPad - my old one only had iOS 9 and the hearing aids need at least iOS 10. At 85 learning new things, especially with poor sight, is not easy but I am getting there! I have been able to watch TV on the iPad and clearly hear speech using Bluetooth. No additional device needed - very new technology which other manufactures will no doubt soon be using. Also our library has a very big selection of audio books to download. I have been thinking audio books would be good if I could no longer read. I tried it out today, absolutely magic.

Apple is no longer a pleasure to visit. The noise was horrendous and nowhere comfortable to sit. OK, they don't cater for the likes of me, the majority that day, were very noisy teenagers. Mind you, the assistants were not much older! I had to keep telling them that I was sight impaired, but a few minutes later they would be showing me something in small print.

As they say, all's well that end's well. Goodnight - must get back to my toys!!

[Hidden]

You are an inspiration Bobbie915.

So glad you are getting the most out of technology. Enjoy!!! X

[Bobbie915 in reply to Hidden]

You are too kind Eyesright. I took your advice, given some time ago, about bigger being better. I loved my mini iPad, so light to hold and pop in your handbag. Big screen is definitely better and I don't need to use the magnifier for everything. Another plus is that the weight is less than the older version. xx

[Hidden]

Well done, Bobbie. We oldies are never too old to learn, are we! And we never give up. I keep telling myself - age is just a number. It's what is in your heart and your head that counts! Bless you!

[2468G]

Hi Bobbie.

I agree about visiting Apple. It's a strange experience for anyone over 45.

I called into Apple at Meadowhall to buy an iPad a few years ago early December. I was approached by a "12 year old" who asked me "do you have an appointment" when I replied with a startled no, I received a smirk in reply. I smirked back and told him not to worry as I would get an iPad from Currys.

Ok so I didn't know you needed an appointment in December but there is no need to be clever. I got very pleasant service from Currys by the way and didn't need an appointment.

Glad to hear technology is helping you live your life and how you keep up to date with everything. Very impressive. 2468G

[Bobbie915 in reply to 2468G]

Hi 2468G - that gave me a smile. I could just imagine that happening. Last year when I lost central vision, we made an appointment to find out all we could about accessibility. Oh dear, we should have made 2 appointments - 1 for iPad and 1 for MacbookPro!! Fairly useless help with iPad, I only had a side view of the screen. They just don't seem to appreciate that some people are just not able to see!! I only went to them this time because I wasn't sure if I could cope with transferring everything from my old iPad.

I consider buying new equipment as a serious matter, not a trip to a fun fair. I am obviously old fashioned!!

[2468G]

Not old fashioned Bobbie915. What is wrong with expecting considerate and informative service. Apple may provide cutting edge products but they need to be informed of all the requirements of society. Many people have sight problems and technology can help us no end.

At least you knew to get an appointment. I was about 47 at the time and rather clueless. I am 53 now and think you could teach me a thing or two about technology.

2468G