I'm starting to look around at touchscreens ( >= 15" ) for my grandma who's developing parkinsons and can't really use a mouse very well. Does anyone here have any experience with them and know what companies make decent ones? Also, any tips and pointers anyone is willing to share would be great.
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Any experience with touchscreens?
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what about a tablet? (plus a stylus....no need for paw prints 
what about a tablet? (plus a stylus....no need for paw prints
She already has a computer so I'm trying to keep it cheap. I'd also worry about her losing a tablet or dropping it with her iffy hands. A stylus is a good idea if it would work with the monitor.
it wont be cheap. its not in the nature of touch screen monitors as they are a niche product
Id recommend planar screens. Ive used upwards of 20 over the last few years on various installations from EMS (firefighting) to greeting centers any they hold up
make sure you get a capacitive screen, they make all the difference in the world.
but this may not be the best option for your grandma, they require a decent amount of dexterity, try a logitech trackball instead
Id recommend planar screens. Ive used upwards of 20 over the last few years on various installations from EMS (firefighting) to greeting centers any they hold up
make sure you get a capacitive screen, they make all the difference in the world.
but this may not be the best option for your grandma, they require a decent amount of dexterity, try a logitech trackball instead
I've purchased at least a dozen from ELO for some interactive displays I set up at work, and have always been satisfied...although they were never for me personally, so I didn't give them the rigorous testing I would at home. The 17" is about $600-700. Basically, you hook it up (VGA/DVI, power, and USB/serial for the touch), install the drivers, and then calibrate it with included software. Easy-peasy.
There's also a Canadian company called Stealth Computer that makes special models that can even be used in direct sunlight. I bought one for an outdoor kiosk, and its incredible...but it also cost $2000-3000.
http://www.usanotebook.com/2340-TTAM4_Toshiba_Tecra_M4_Tablet_PC.php
Refurb Tablet PC that is less than $600.
Google ratings makes USAnotebook out to be decent (it was about 4.5 stars).
Refurb Tablet PC that is less than $600.
Google ratings makes USAnotebook out to be decent (it was about 4.5 stars).