Braille EDGE 40

Braille EDGE 40 - DISCONTINUED - REPLACED BY QBRAILLE XL

Braille EDGE 40 is not only the most reliable, high-performance refreshable Braille display, it also helps you manage your daily activities. Create and save notes, or read books and documents with the notepad. Use the scheduler to remind you of important dates. Use the alarm to remind you of upcoming appointments, and take advantage of the built-in calculator, stopwatch and countdown timer.

The most powerful and versatile Braille display, with the features of a basic Notetaker!

Manage Your Daily Life!

Braille EDGE 40 is not only the most reliable, high-performance refreshable Braille display, it also helps you manage your daily activities. Create and save notes, or read books and documents with the notepad. Use the scheduler to remind you of important dates. Use the alarm to remind you of upcoming appointments, and take advantage of the built-in calculator, stopwatch and countdown timer.

User-friendly Function Keys!

Braille EDGE 40 contains 2 four-way navigation keys and 8 function keys (Escape, Tab, Control, Alt, Shift, Insert, Windows and Applications) combining the convenience of entering text in Braille with the intuitive functionality of a PC keyboard.

Choose Your Language!

Braille EDGE 40 offers the convenience and flexibility of multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Stay Connected All Day!

Connect Braille EDGE 40 to a computer or PDA via Bluetooth and stay connected throughout the day without the need for charging. For even longer run time, connect via USB and enjoy all the great features of Braille EDGE 40 while simultaneously charging the unit.

Read & Save!

Read and save your data to the SD card. You can use up to 32GB SDHC cards with Braille EDGE 40, enough to carry thousands of books and documents with you for reading on the go.

Download Braille EDGE 40 Brochure (PDF)

Want to learn more: Read Scott Davert’s Review of Braille EDGE 40 from the NFB’s AT Blog

Specifications

Weight: 1.73 lbs
Dimensions: 12.2 x 4 x 0.9 in
Braille Display: 40 cells
Keyboard Type: Perkins-style
Supported File Types: DOC, DOCX, BRF, TXT, RTF
Battery: Average 20 hours battery life (rechargeable)
Flash Memory: SD card (SDHC) up to 32GB
Interface: USB, Bluetooth
Applications: 7 applications available: Notepad, Scheduler, Alarm, Calculator, Clock, Stop Watch, Countdown Timer
Compatibility: JAWS, Window-Eyes, SuperNova, System Access, NVDA, Voice-Over for Mac and iOS, BrailleBack for Android, Mobile Speak, TALKS
Warranty: Two-years limited parts & labor warranty

SKU: B40K

Braille Edge 40 – Resources

Brochure (.pdf)

User Manual (.docx)

User Manual (.pdf)

Braille Edge 40 – Updates

v.161005_Firmware Update (.zip)

v.<14_JAWS Driver Update (.zip)

v.25_USB Driver Update (.zip)

v.25-1 USB Driver Update (.zip) (JAWS v.<17 Included)

Reviews

Zack, via Twitter – May 8, 2016
I just spent the last hour or so reading a .brf file from Bookshare on my new Braille Edge 40. They make a wonderful combination.

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
Braille EDGE 40 works flawlessly with iPhone! No pairing hassles. Just amazing! – Paula, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
Configuring the Braille Edge for JAWS 15 was almost too simple. Very nice streamlined process. – Erin, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
I find reading Braille books with the Bard Mobile app a bit wonky. I’ll use the Braille EDGE notepad instead. I won’t lose my place. – Erin, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
I have the Braille EDGE. It is awesome. – Shannon, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
I love my Edge, I take it everywhere and love it in church to have the hymnals in it. – Erin, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
Wow! Working with my iPad using this Braille edge is like sitting at the controls of the startship enterprise. Best Braille terminal I’ve ever encountered. Lovely action on Braille keys. – Ian, via Twitter

Michele Paley – May 8, 2016
I am starting to use my iPhone and iPad for all emails using Braille Edge. I truly love Twitterrific using the Braille EDGE. I love using it with my iPhone. As I have cochlear implants, it makes my life so much easier.

***UPDATE: After almost 2 years, I am still enjoying my Braille Edge. There are not enough words to express my appreciation for this display. – Linda, via Twitter

Kayla – December 26, 2016
As a student, I needed something reliable that I could use for classwork, homework, note-taking, and managing daily activities. I searched for something that would be sufficient for my needs, and that would give me extra functionality if I would ever need it, but not as much as a note taker. I had the chance to look at the BrailleEdge several weeks ago at the NFB Headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland, and I was immediately impressed. I was fortunate enough to receive one of these units for Christmas, and everything about it has exceeded my expectations. It is extremely easy to navigate and use, and it works flawlessly with both my iOS devices and my computer, which is very important. The two panning buttons on either side of the display make for extremely convenient scrolling, so I don’t have to go to the other end of the display just to pan, as I had to do with other displays. The battery life is also great. This is definitely one of the best Christmas presents I’ve ever received, and I know it will continue to help me as I complete my schoolwork. This is one of the best braille displays I’ve ever seen, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone considering purchasing a braille display

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