also looking at acquiring a couple of these and would love to hear more
testimonials.
TIA,
A.
On Thu, Apr 2, 2009 at 8:31 AM, Bigenho, Chris <bigenhoc@greenhill.org>wrote:
> Remember that you can use both an airliner and a Smartboard on the same
> computer allowing multiple people to work simultaneously. In fact, I think
> you can have multiple airliners on the same board (I have only tried one but
> would be interested to hear if anyone has used multiple airliners).
>
> I used Mimio when they first came out. It was nice in that it could convert
> any standard whiteboard into an IWB. However, the software at that time was
> limiting. It was an inexpensive way to enter IWB but I don't see them as a
> "best of breed" for permanent installations. They are great if you want to
> utilize IWB technology in a traveling presentation. The limitation there is
> that you will need a whiteboard where you travel. This is why I personally
> opted for the Airliner for my own consulting purposes.
>
> For permanent installations, I believe you are best served with a mounted
> projector and board. Brand preference will depend on your personal taste and
> experience.
>
> Chris Bigenho
> Director of Educational Technology
> Greenhill School
> 4141 Spring Valley Road
> Addison, TX 75001
> Ph. 972-628-5479
> Fx. 972-628-5279
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>
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>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: A forum for independent school educators [mailto:
> ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Bernadette Roche
> Sent: Thursday, April 02, 2009 8:24 AM
> To: ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
> Subject: Re: Anyone with experience with Mimio Interactive System (Smart
> Board alternative)?
>
> I would be interested in people's thoughts as well. We had a few Mimios
> and then our school was hit by a tornado that decimated my tech department
> ...including the mimios which were never installed (they were here before I
> came on board and I was only here for 8 months prior to the tornado).
>
> Instead of replacing the mimios, I opted to purchase an Airliner from SMART
> technologies. I've seen SMART boards in action and the Airliner seems like
> a good blend. But now that we're looking at purchasing for next year, I
> need to evaluate whether to purchase additional Airliners or re-look at
> Mimio. Smartboards are simply out of our budget.
>
> Any opinions/experiences with Mimio would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Bernadette Roche'
> Technology Coordinator
> Oakhill Day School
> bernadette.roche@oakhilldayschool.org
> 816.436.6228
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: A forum for independent school educators [mailto:
> ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Brian Lee
> Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 10:06 PM
> To: ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
> Subject: Re: Anyone with experience with Mimio Interactive System (Smart
> Board alternative)?
>
> Correction:
> I looked on the price on CDWG. It's price for around $600.
>
>
> On 4/1/09 11:03 PM, "Brian Lee" <blee@mph.net> wrote:
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > I curious to know the experiences people have with the Mimio Interactive
> > system (http://www.mimio.com).
> >
> > What makes Mimio interesting is that we can use our existing whiteboard
> > without relying on a whiteboard system. I think the cost is around
> $1,000
> > which makes this more affordable than other systems.
> >
> > Brian Lee
> >
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