I think I’ll try my daily Bible reading this morning on the iPad. Do any others of you do much reading onscreen? At one time I thought I would never prefer it, but may be changing my mind–especially since a bookmark will automatically sync with my phone. And, because it is back-lit, you can read in dim light, or even the dark (I like to walk while I read, but not necessarily under a bright light). They’ve done about as much as they can to make the screen look like a real page from a printed book.
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Weylan Deaver
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Glenda Williams, and 4 others are discussing. 
Stevelucas 9:24 am on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Waylan,
In a related vein, how many folks in the audience read the Scripture via an Ipad or Iphone? I must admit before I became a bit more knowledgeable, I was disappointed at the number of the younger set were more occupied with texts and emails than a lesson. However, I learned somewhat early on that when I asked for someone to read a Scripture, it was these same Iphone holders who began reading the text from their devise. My how technology and times change. Interestingly, my wife and I find many more opportunities to read Scripture due to the convenience of these devises, such as standing in a checkout line; while taking a break during work; etc. I wonder in what ways the use of these devises can be further linked to sharing the Gospel?
Weylan Deaver 12:38 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Ron Thomas 9:45 am on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Not I. The only time I read onscreen is when I have to. I am, largely, a material book fellow. I like to write in my Bible, and what writing I do includes “whiting out” marginal references for additional writing space. Could you imagine me “whiting out” on the computer screen? I would be that proverbial “blonde” (of course, don’t tell anyone that I am actually that hair color!).
Stephen R. Bradd 12:25 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
I always knew it and now Ron has admitted his materialistic tendencies. :)
I don’t have an iPad or even a smart phone, but perhaps one day. I can see myself preaching from an iPad in the future.
Robert Floyd 10:23 am on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
If you have an iPad, check out the OliveTree readers. They have clients for other mobile devices, but the larger screen space makes a difference and could change how you do your Bible study/note taking.
Weylan Deaver 12:38 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
I’m not familiar with OliveTree readers. I’ve never preached from an iPad and don’t see myself doing that. But, never say never…
Robert Floyd 9:03 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Imagine carrying your entire Bible reference library with you and have all of it cross referenced to each other: that’s what the OliveTree line offers. It’s an amazing app, especially if you purchase appropriate reference works. With that and an app like OmniOutliner, it’s easy to work on your lessons/sermons from just about anywhere.
Glenda Williams 2:42 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Weylan, let us know what you think about the new way to read your Bible. I really enjoy turning pages. I’m really behind on the new-fangled gadgets and interested in feedback. Walking while you read? Oh my, I would be on the ground right away! Keep us posted!
Weylan Deaver 2:51 pm on October 19, 2011 Permalink |
Oh yes, I can stay on my feet for hours at the office without sitting, and the church building affords space to walk, especially now that it is cooling off in Texas and I am not confined to my air-conditioned room. On the iPad, when you swipe the screen, it does actually look like a page turning.