Hello to everyone on the list. I've just subscribed again after being away from
the volunteer side of Bookshare upwards of a dozen years. I know much has
changed, including the availability of many books, both within the Bookshare
collection, as well as via platforms like Kindle. I'm hoping this community is
still active, as I've been getting the urge to rejoin the ranks of those
scanning titles for Bookshare.
My first inquiry is on selecting an appropriate scanner. I don't currently have
a working machine, which presents an opportunity to start anew with an ideal
device for books. I've not kept up on the scanner market, so I'm looking to
this group for some ideas. A couple considerations on my mind include:
1. I presume the best approach will be to choose a stand-alone scanner, but it
happens that I'm in the market for a new printer as well. If there is a 2-in-1
solution which is not too bulky, doesn't take up a ton of space, and doesn't
present an elevated scanner bed which is likely ergonomically not ideal, I'd
take input on those as well.
2. I really would like to find something with a thin/low profile if possible.
What are quality options in this space?
3. If scan time is still widely variable between devices of differing quality,
I'm happy to pay more for reduced wait time.
I'll be grateful to read any suggestions y'all can provide. And I'm happy to be
back amongst a community passionate about reading and accessibility.
Good health to all,
Scott
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