I am losing a lot of fine motor function in my dominant hand. Lots of our computers and phones are equipped with built-in assistance for speech-to-text and text-to-speech, but I am interested in a more comprehensive solution. For example, I also need help with remembering tasks and scheduling and I'd like my reminder software to speak the reminders. Rather than cobbling together a different tool for each task, I am hoping to find a single tool that can do all (or even most) of what I need. I'm… read more
As another member said; Alexa and Google Assistant seem to be a good idea. I read an article about this on another PD site. The PD person with the condition said that he prefers to, for example, having a family member call him to take a shower, etc.
I had to go against all of my beliefs about privacy, etc. )-: I now have Alexa.
Thanks for your reply @A MyParkinsonsTeam Member. I am trying to avoid using Google, Microsoft, Amazon, or Apple solutions if possible. It may not be possible, but I'm trying to find out what the options are (if any).
I miss the days before the ubiquitous cloud when we could purchase and own software locally.
I have no clue but both of my brothers are IT savvy. I will ask them.
@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member LOL I feel your pain!