Re: kodi guide
Re: kodi guide Does a Discord server for this exist? If not, is there any interest in one? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/616717/#p616717 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Use Windows microphone as iPhone microphone
Use Windows microphone as iPhone microphone Googling this turned up nothing I wanted. I'm looking into using my microphone I have set up with my computer as the microphone input for my iPhone. I've found workflows to do the reverse of this, but not from Windows to iOS. Does such a thing exist? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/613845/#p613845 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Weird issue with Code Factory's SAPI Eloquence
Re: Weird issue with Code Factory's SAPI Eloquence Update: Running the KitchensInc program in administrator mode seems to resolve the issue - why, I couldn't tell you. If you run into this issue, try running the program in administrator mode. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/613178/#p613178 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: How do you write in PDFs?
Re: How do you write in PDFs? Could you perhaps copy and paste the text into Word and then do your highlighting/annotating? That's probably not a great way to do it because of how the text is structured in the PDF, but that's the only way I can think of that would satisfy your teacher's requirements. Are you using NVDA or JAWS? I know JAWS at least has a text analyzer that will report that kind of information as you navigate throughout a document. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/612286/#p612286 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Weird issue with Code Factory's SAPI Eloquence
Weird issue with Code Factory's SAPI Eloquence Hi all,I recently purchased a license for Code Factory's SAPI version of Eloquence. I had used the trial until it expired. When that happened, I kept getting the same text, "please register this product" being announced by Eloquence when I would open the KitchensInc game menu. I registered with my license, but it's still giving me the same message, only in KitchensInc. I can use other games/applications just fine, like Sequence Storm, but KitchensInc is not catching up to my fully-licensed Eloquence. I uninstalled and reinstalled both, but that doesn't seem to fix the issue. I also deactivated my license and reactivated upon reinstallation and even deleted the leftover folders in Program Files (X86). I have no clue what could be causing this behavior. Does anyone have any ideas?Thanks! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/612285/#p612285 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Why can't we talk about certain things on the forum?
Re: Why can't we talk about certain things on the forum? You could always use another platform to discuss things that are not allowed on this forum. It's really and truly that simple. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/611356/#p611356 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: how much does blindness effect employment
Re: how much does blindness effect employment I think what's being overlooked is the human experience facet of this discussion. People generally look for ways to be fulfilled. Employment isn't the only way to achieve this, but it's one of the most common. When I talk about blind folks wanting employment, the paycheck is usually thought of or treated as a secondary benefit rather than the sole reason for getting a job in the first place. Humans look for ways to feel complete. Acquiring a job would give them a sense of purpose. It then follows that their sense of purpose is what feeds, houses, and takes care of them. Some folks may be looking for work just as a means to pay bills. That's a regular occurrence, too. What I'm driving at here is that blind people are so deprived of employment opportunities that fulfilling themselves on an emotional, mental, spiritual, (use whichever adjective you please) level is the primary reason they want to work. Perhaps it's just the blind people I've encountered in my own network that feel this way, but their desire to work never came primarily from a place of "I want to get off of SSI and earn my own money." The first thing they talk about is "I just want to work," which to me, roughly translates to, "I'm tired of sitting around doing nothing." Sustaining themselves and not relying on SSI is just another bonus, but it isn't the driving reason (again, in my observations). URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/610384/#p610384 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: how much does blindness effect employment
Re: how much does blindness effect employment Often times, employment opportunities for the blind come in the form of manual/factory work housed by nonprofits for the blind. These are your lighthouses and other similar organizations. That is to say, a decent percentage of blind folks working in America are working within the scope of blindness - these opportunities exist purposely to employ blind people. Now, don't take that for granted. A job is a job. If they don't do the work, who will? It also doesn't hurt that they cease their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and earn a paycheck. These are still low-paying jobs, however, and when you consider how physically-strenuous these positions can be, it makes you think twice about taking one of your own.The sad but honest truth is that out of the blind folks who are employed, they occupy a small handful of domains. The top ones are massage therapy, psychology/social work, and tech. I'm speaking in general here. There are certainly exceptions to this rule with plenty of examples; but these exceptions are just that, exceptions. People have to fight tooth and nail to get through educational programs, access barriers, etc to get to the positions they are in. I've been pursuing my undergraduate career for 6 years now. I continue to do it because I like what I'm learning and truly want a career of my own. Not everybody is fortunate to have the same access to resources to allow them to pursue such a thing. These are time, money, motivation, support, etc.Sometimes I hear a blind person squeal with joy about a customer service job they just took. It at some point becomes pathetic, not because the person is excited over such a position, but it reflects just how starved blind people truly are for work. It is sad to me that so many people would settle for something so menial in nature. Again, this is absolutely not a comment on who these blind folks are as people. This is a comment on how blind people as a second class of citizens are left behind. This is to say that they are so deprived of opportunities to the point where being hired as a factory worker folding cloth or running a machine is their chance of something close to a "normal" life, but this also comes with the exhausting responsibility of waking up hours before your shift even starts to make sure you catch the multiple trains or buses to get to your place of work on time.My whole point to this is that blind people want something more than just sitting around. Of course, there are certain folks who are happy with settling for their SSI or other assistance, but it is fairly commonplace for blind people to want to pursue employment. I completely understand why we often times deal with anxiety, depression, and other poor mental health problems. It is that difficult to find work, let alone meaningful work you enjoy. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/610271/#p610271 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone?
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone? I got Across downloaded and installed. I thought I had my phone paired, but it's not showing up in the paired devices section. The process of dragging a paired device over to the client list seems a little strange. Does anyone have any advice on this? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/609977/#p609977 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone?
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone? I installed Across, but it simply won't open. I have Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 installed, so I'm not sure what the deal is. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/609972/#p609972 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone?
Re: is there a way to use my laptop as a bluetooth speaker for my phone? These seem like really convenient tools. I assume accessibility isn't an issue with either? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/609675/#p609675 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Google chrom How to hop between tabs?
Re: Google chrom How to hop between tabs? I personally use [Tab Manager Pluswhich allows you to switch tabs through a simple search. Press Alt+M then navigate to the final edit field and type the first few letters of the tab name. Hitting enter should automatically bring you to that tab. I also usually don't have any more than 9 tabs open at once, so the CTRL+number method works just as good as long as you remember which tab is which. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/609654/#p609654 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: An inquiry about Mathematics courses and Braille
Re: An inquiry about Mathematics courses and Braille I like what I've read so far, and as a person who has completed the calc track for a CS degree, here's what I'll say:If you can help it, get Braille for everything (assuming you're highly proficient at it). I got all my Calc books in Braille, and it helped tremendously when it came to drilling problems. Even try to get your exams in Braille, although I didn't do this.I worked with a scribe who was also a senior mathematics major. He used the Draftsman to delineate graphics to me.Above mentioned scribe was also my notetaker. He was quite familiar with LaTeX and would author his notes ultimately in a simple Tex file. I would then use Duxbury to translate into Braille which worked flawlessly. I then used my Braille display to read all of his notes.As far as output, he quite literally was the ultimate scribe. If I could either describe to him the shapes I wanted him to draw, or if I could draw a simple sketch on the Draftsman, he would just draw it on regular paper that would eventually be handed into the professor. The same goes for my mathematical work. I would do the work on my Braille display and then tell him my work.I found this to be the smoothest workflow in my undergraduate course load. I got an A in Calc 1 and an A+ in Calc 2 where the overall average grade in the latter was somewhere around a 65-70%. It was precisely because of having access to someone who knew their stuff really well that I was able to avoid the burden of learning the discipline and patience for reading and writing the math on my own. It's taxing, stressful, and has the potential to deeply interfere with the learning process. I have done very well in math because I was so focused on the material. Now, others have found workflows that seemed to have worked, so I'm not contending the "highway or my way" nonsense, but if it is possible, try to find someone (in college) who knows their stuff at an A+ level. As far as high school, I can't really offer much in the way of good advice. You're already ahead of the game in that regard, but I fear high schools lack the same amount of resources to ensure great success for blind students in STEM subjects, and this is where enrolling at a proper university would be of great benefit, so I do apologize for neglecting to offer direct advice to your College Board and other current testing issues. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/607177/#p607177 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Using the sony XM4 with voiceover.
Re: Using the sony XM4 with voiceover. No. iPhones only support AAC, and there is no way to adjust the latency (unfortunately). URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/603108/#p603108 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: PC Microphone suggestions?
Re: PC Microphone suggestions? For those of you who are interested in hearing how the original Blue Yeti sounds in addition to some general advice on recording, I threw a quick [recordingwhere I discuss my recording setup. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/603073/#p603073 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: PC Microphone suggestions?
Re: PC Microphone suggestions? For those who are interested in how the original Blue Yeti sounds in addition to some general advice on recording, I made a [sample recordingwhere I quickly go through my setup. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/603071/#p603071 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Recent Apple watch owners: heads up!
Re: Recent Apple watch owners: heads up! Try swiping up with two fingers to scroll, and the okay button should be in focus. I just tinkered with this, and that worked. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/601135/#p601135 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want Not to get OT but yes, I agree. They seem to appeal to the "business-y" group of folks who want more of a blanace between decent sound and being able to handle phone/conference calls. One of the biggest gripes of the Sony WH1000XM series is that the microphone quality isn't that spectacular, but if you're a person who isn't taking many calls, especially while you're out and about, it most likely wouldn't be much a downside anyways. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597773/#p597773 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want I liked the Bose NC 700's ambient mode a little bit over Sony's WH1000XM3's, but not by much. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597759/#p597759 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want @14 no. The microphones are not transmitting through bluetooth. They're transmitting directly to the headphone/earbud itself (i.e.: the AirPods Pro just pump in whatever the microphones pick up directly into the same feed as whatever bluetooth audio is being transmitted). The way you're describing it would involve pumping audio picked up by your ipHone microphone which wouldn't be of use. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597747/#p597747 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want @14 no. The microphones are transmitting through bluetooth. They're transmitting directly to the headphone/earbud itself (i.e.: the AirPods Pro just pump in whatever the microphones pick up directly into the same feed as whatever bluetooth audio is being transmitted). The way you're describing it would involve pumping audio picked up by your ipHone microphone which wouldn't be of use. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597747/#p597747 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want I do wonder if people fall victim to the mentality that they need to maximize what they are capable of doing wherever they can. I don't know that the bone-conductive design really ever catered to most people, whether it was a comfort thing or otherwise. Outside of that, though, I think people like the idea of keeping headphones on or earbuds in their ears while out walking/traveling. Now, to sighted folks, this might not strike them as much of a dangerous risk, even though it totally is, but especially for blind people, I don't think it's necessary to be able to focus on the finer details of sound with respect to whatever media they're playing while negotiating a street crossing or lighted intersection. I wouldn't mind using bone-conductive headphones while out on a stroll, but I just pop one AirPod in and that's good enough for me. It doesn't inhibit my ability to judge when is a good time to cross, but that would be different if I had both in. I tried transparency with both earbuds in before and did not feel comfortable as my orientation was not as sharp as I'd like it to be. Others' mileage may vary, but I intuitively cannot see the value in transparency as it's been painted by certain blind folks as I've described as it relates to navigating outside. If those folks are okay with it, cool - more power to you folks. I just don't get quite as excited about transparency in that regard.Where I do find it valuable is on public transit, particularly longer commutes of multiple hours. If a conductor stops by to ask me a question or just check in, it is nice to turn off the active-noise canceling for 30 seconds, pump in sound around me without having to take the headphones/earbuds off, and hold a conversation if need be where I can then immediately turn the ANC back on. That to me is pretty nifty. I can't tell you how many times I've been on a train and there's either a screaming child or a loud passenger on the phone. Having the ability to block that out without blasting the volume is literally music to my ears. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597736/#p597736 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want Apple seems to have two categories of devices as of late: devices for Apple loyalists, and devices to bring people into the Apple ecosystem. The iPhone SE is a fantastic budget device that affords folks the ability to join the Apple realm which has the potential to wrap them up in the ecosystem by further advertising other devices that may be of interest (e.g.: iPads, iPods, etc). Then you have devices like the AirPods Max which I would be hard-pressed to believe maintain a certain level of quality that holds the edge over other competitors. These headphones have the AirPods name associated with them, a marketing tactic Apple uses because they are guaranteed to know that tens of millions of people will recognize. They also have "fanboys" out there that they know will buy these headphones as more of a status symbol than a practical investment. I don't think it gets much more intricate than that, but suffice it to say that these won't be "blow your mind" quality headphones. Even the design is not conducive to commuting or traveling, and the smart case leaves the headband, arguably the most vulnerable part of the headphone, exposed and unprotected. This being a first-generation release of a new product, I'll gladly wait to see what the reviews say and wait until next year to maybe consider picking up a pair.Also consider this: The lightning to 3.5mm audio cable is sold separately (classic Apple move) for an additional $35, and replacement earcups, while practical, will run you another $70 per pair. When all is said and done, you will have spent nearly $700 for...consumer-grade headphones meant for everyday use. What others do with their money is their business, but I personally find it ridiculous to spend that amount on a device that, at best, provides some additional minor conveniences. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597708/#p597708 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want
Re: Air Pods max/me likey/kind of want Apple seems to have two categories of devices as of late: devices for Apple loyalists, and devices to bring people into the Apple ecosystem. The iPhone SE is a fantastic budget device that affords folks the ability to join the Apple realm which has the potential to wrap them up in the ecosystem by further advertising other devices that may be of interest (e.g.: iPads, iPods, etc). Then you have devices like the AirPods Max which I would be hard-pressed to believe maintain a certain level of quality that holds the edge over other competitors. These headphones have the AirPods name associated with them, a marketing tactic Apple uses because they are guaranteed to know that tens of millions of people will recognize. They also have "fanboys" out there that they know will buy these headphones as more of a status symbol than a practical investment. I don't think it gets much more intricate than that, but suffice it to say that these won't be "blow your mind" quality headphones. Even the design is not conducive to commuting or traveling, and the smart case leaves the headband, arguably the most vulnerable part of the headphone, exposed and unprotected. This being a first-generation release of a new product, I'll gladly wait to see what the reviews say and wait until next year to maybe consider picking up a pair. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597708/#p597708 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement Hope I'm not hijacking the thread here - I've tried a handful of alternatives the last 24 hours. I like Xplorer2 and Explorer++. They both are very similar. The one thing I can't seem to get working properly is the Windows+E keystroke to activate Explorer++ and bring into focus. I used Autohotkey to run a simple script to run Explorer++.exe, but it's not being brought into focus. Xplorer2 does this automatically, and I'm wondering anyone has suggestions on what to do for Explorer++. I also like that Explorer++ allows for clicks to be played when you select folders. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596513/#p596513 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Strange iOS/VO Issues
Re: Strange iOS/VO Issues I did that, and the problem persists. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596315/#p596315 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Strange iOS/VO Issues
Strange iOS/VO Issues Hi folks,I hope you're all well and staying safe. I'm encountering two very annoying behaviors when using iOS.Whenever media is playing and I access Notification Center and then navigate away from it, VO appears to announce the first element of Notification Center, which is the routed speaker that is playing output, followed by the title of the media that is playing, etc. I have to touch the screen to get its focus back to where I am with respect to the open app. I've been dealing with this since iOS 13, and I'm not sure what could be causing this.Is the scene descriptions setting under VO's verbosity section absent from newer phones? I'm getting sick of hearing "logo, image, night sky" every few swipes. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596220/#p596220 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement @39 yes - the items in the context menu that you would normally find in File Explorer appear in the context menu in Xplorer2. I have to say, it's much faster and smoother to navigate than FE. It also helped to switch from the ribbon-style menus to the traditional menu bar. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596108/#p596108 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement I installed Xplorer2 - it seems promising. I'm able to navigate perfectly like I would in File Explorer. I'm wondering what settings people recommend to adjust and how to adjust them. I'm seeing two different panes, and I'm not quite sure what the difference is between the two. I'll keep playing around with it, but I like it so far. Is there any benefit to the ultimate edition versus the professional? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596013/#p596013 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement
Re: Windows Explorer Replacement I'll have to check Xplorer2 out since it seems to be the most popular one that's been mentioned here. I'm encountering this weird issue with NVDA where after a certain amount of time, it will just stop reading items in the list view of File Explorer. Restarting NVDA doesn't help, and I'm getting tired of having to reboot because I can't read items in FE. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595814/#p595814 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: I just got the most awesome keyboard ever!! buckeling spring switches
Re: I just got the most awesome keyboard ever!! buckeling spring switches The mechanical keyboard community is a very niche market, but I find typing on these boards truly enhances my typing experience when compared to how I type on scissor/membrane switches. I refuse to type on any keyboard that isn't my mechanical, unless, of course, I'm out and about and need to use my laptop's keyboard (which these days doesn't happen much).I invested in the [Drop CTRL Mechanical Keyboardin March and haven't looked back. This is just about as expensive as mechanical keyboards get, with the occasional exception popping up due to different build qualities. What I will say is this: the sturdy aluminum frame, if taken care of, will allow you to type on this board for years and years. I expect this keyboard to surpass the life of several computers. It's solid, well-built, and when paired with a memory-foam palm rest, forget about it. Typing has never felt so smooth. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/594912/#p594912 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Cat owners, help please?
Re: Cat owners, help please? Thanks for this thread! I've been thinking about getting a cat recently, so this was informative. I am all for a general thread about blind people and cat ownership - I have a handful of questions. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/582764/#p582764 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Avatar The Last Airbender is finally described!
Re: Avatar The Last Airbender is finally described! This is great news - thanks for sharing! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/579153/#p579153 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Seeking your opinion on these microphones:
Re: Seeking your opinion on these microphones: If you want to record a wider range of things, I'd go for the first microphone you listed. The different polar patterns will allow you to pick up sound from different angles. Cardioid, for example, is good for podcasting and spoken word. Stereo, by contrast, would be good for recording sound being produced in a horizontal fashion, like a guitar. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/574433/#p574433 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Seeking your opinion on these microphones:
Re: Seeking your opinion on these microphones: If you want to record a wider range of things, I'd go for the first microphone you listed. The different polar patterns will allow you to pick up sound from different angles. Cardioid, for example, is good for podcasting and spoke word. Stereo, by contrast, would be good for recording sound being produced in a horizontal fashion, like a guitar. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/574433/#p574433 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages Just circling back to this thread and let you all know Voice Dream Scanner works like a charm. It isn't 100% perfect, but it's pretty accurate when it comes to reading the names of recipients on packages. I'm finally able to reliably find my own mail, albeit it takes a bit longer - story of a blind person. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/573894/#p573894 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sports Fans Assemble
Re: Sports Fans Assemble This is a unique and cool idea! I'd be interested to hear how an American football game would sound. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/571260/#p571260 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages I'd think it being not a cheap place to stay there would be a better package retrieval system, but I digress.Once I have packages to check, I'll try VoiceDream Scanner. I will full-heartedly agree kNFB is pretty terrible. I tried using it to read a very basic 8.5 x 11 and it just was barely readable. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/569923/#p569923 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages I also have VoiceDream Scanner and the other apps as part of their suite. I forgot I bought this during their most recent sale. How does this perform better than kNFB? Just curious since that seems to be the unanimous opinion. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/569850/#p569850 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages
Re: Device that can read/identify mail packages I'll certainly try some of these tips out. I should also mention Internet connectivity is poor in the lobby area (terrific), which makes this an even more grueling task. That's why I included the offline stipulation. I also need to check upwards of 10 or so packages since everybody in the building receives packages that way. It's more of a headache than it should be, but that's the price of a low rent apartment in a heavily college student residential area. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/569843/#p569843 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Device that can read/identify mail packages
Device that can read/identify mail packages Hi all,This might be a bit of a different question. I'm looking for a product or app that is capable of reading the address labels on mail packages. Where I live, UPS, FedEx, and USPS all leave packages in my apartment lobby, and you are to pick up your packages on an honor system. Sparing the "that's a terrible system" comments, yes - I know. It's the best the property managers can do right now.Is there something that exists as a stand-alone device or an offline iPhone app that is able to read the names of recipients on typical boxed packages? I have the option to ask my roommates, but I'd like to independently identify my own mail. I was hoping for something more along the lines of a device that I can move across a package and scan like a barcode reader...Perhaps that's a bit too ideal, but I'm open to options. Seeing AI and kNFB Reader don't seem to do what I want, although it's been some time since I've tried it with the latter.Any help would be greatly appreciated! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/569808/#p569808 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose?
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose? @14, thanks for that recommendation. I've been using the Keychron K2 for my mobile devices, but the switches on it are Gateron and have a cheaper feel to typing. If the switches were hot-swappable, that would make it the perfect keyboard for me. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/568950/#p568950 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose?
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose? I unfortunately don't have a light source in my room, so I don't think I'll be picking this up. I can't justify buying a lamp, either. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/568625/#p568625 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose?
Re: wireless keyboard. which one to choose? The Logitech K780 is also a good choice, although it takes two AA batteries and does not charge via USB; however, I bought mine back in the summer of 2018, and despite not using it too terribly often, I haven't needed to change the batteries since.@3, interesting recommendation. I've become somewhat of a keyboard snob ever since I got my Drop Control mech board, but this seems like a really good keyboard to pick up to have around. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/568611/#p568611 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows?
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows? @20 thanks for that info. I never knew the status of vibration across controllers.@21, yes, assuming your using a controller that supports it. I'm guessing you're referring to the Xbox One controller. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/566721/#p566721 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows?
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows? What's the difference between vibration and rumble? Is rumble a general term, or is it the name of an actual haptic feedback system by a manufacturer?I'm not sure I'd want this anyways - something about vibration on my wrist versus on my hands seems lacking in the traditional gaming experience. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/566641/#p566641 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows?
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows? Check [this outfor the Mayflash F500 and supporting vibration. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/566625/#p566625 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows?
Re: Good, moderate to low priced controller that works with Windows? The standard Xbox One controller works great with Win10. I got [this kitwhich is great, but you can just use bluetooth if your system has it on-board. I also got [this 2-pack rechargeable battery setthat charges via USB-C.If you were considering something more arcade-style, I'd also highly recommend the [Mayflash F500which is probably the highest-rated fight stick on the market today. I believe you can even get a wrist strap that gives vibration feedback, but I don't know how well it works. The unit itself is really nice and designed to be pretty compact. It might not suit your exact needs, but figured I'd toss it out here. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/566506/#p566506 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Should You Wrap HTML Headings in Paragraphs?
Re: Should You Wrap HTML Headings in Paragraphs? Browsers have code that'll compensate for shoddy HTML, but it's definitely good practice to ensure all elements are properly closed. Some elements won't be as forgiving, either, so it's vitally important the front-end folks know how to nest elements. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/564288/#p564288 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good PDF converter or reader?
Re: Good PDF converter or reader? Ideally, whenever notation-heavy literature is involved, I like to get a LaTeX source file. Depending on the nature of the notation, I may run it through Pandoc to get it in HTML or Microsoft Word formats. You can also use Duxbury to translate it into Braille, which I must say was the perfect workflow for me in my higher-level calculus courses.I contend that LaTeX is the most useful format. It's what a lot of STEM professionals use because it's a language that's concerned predominantly with content rather than presentation. That is to say it has a default process for presenting the content to readers, but authors have the capability of adjusting settings to align the presentation more closely with what they want.Edit: Agreed with @6. LaTeX is my way of writing notation beyond English. It takes just one command to render it to a PDF to distribute to anyone. You could even do your own work this way, although you may find it tedious. I know I did.I will also heavily emphasize the necessity for Braille when it comes to math. I haven't used the literacy for anything other than calculus, and was able to grasp the concepts far better and more quickly because of it. Everything else in my CS classes up until this point I've done with speech, but math is where I used Braille constantly. In fact, I didn't even worry about MathML, Math Player, etc. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/564277/#p564277 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good PDF converter or reader?
Re: Good PDF converter or reader? Ideally, whenever notation-heavy literature is involved, I like to get a LaTeX source file. Depending on the nature of the notation, I may run it through Pandoc to get it in HTML or Microsoft Word formats. You can also use Duxbury to translate it into Braille, which I must say was the perfect workflow for me in my higher-level calculus courses.I contend that LaTeX is the most useful format. It's what a lot of STEM professionals use because it's a language that's concerned predominantly with content rather than presentation. That is to say it has a default process for presenting the content to readers, but authors have the capability of adjusting settings to align the presentation more closely with what they want. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/564277/#p564277 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Should You Wrap HTML Headings in Paragraphs?
Re: Should You Wrap HTML Headings in Paragraphs? You'd most likely want to wrap something like this in a section element, not paragraph. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/564269/#p564269 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Good PDF converter or reader?
Re: Good PDF converter or reader? If the PDFs are authored by professionals who know a thing or two about math/physics, they're probably doing so by writing it in LaTeX. Your best bet is to get the LaTeX source and using something like Pandoc to convert it into a more readable format you can work with. Having some context regarding the content you're trying to read would also help.To @3's point about reading mathematical notation, I also went the human reader/tutor route. It was highly effective for me. I'm most certainly not trying to discourage you from finding solutions to read the material on your own, but it is exceedingly difficult, and I don't know that anyone is working on ways to help solve the problem. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/564268/#p564268 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th @14, I agree. I used to own a pair of XM3's last year and wound up selling them. I honestly am considering sending these back and just getting a pair of XM3's for a cheaper price. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/563428/#p563428 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th I received the XM4's a few days ago. After testing them out here and there, I can honestly say they aren't worth the upgrade, though I really wanted them to be something to write home about. The ANC and phone-call quality are slightly better, they feel more comfortable to wear, and they sound terrific, but other features are pretty gimmicky, so I'd just get the XM3's.They did away with the surround-sound features that were present on the XM3's which I personally enjoyed, but I guess people thought that was also a gimmicky feature.Again, these were never marketed as next-generation headphones. They still have the same design as the XM3's. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/563302/#p563302 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Accessible TV
Re: Accessible TV I know my Samsung TV came with a bunch of apps installed, but they arent accessible with Voice Guide. I don't know if any software updates were rolled out to improve on that since. I got this TV about 3 years ago. I have an Apple TV and Fire Stick connected to it anyhow. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/562851/#p562851 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Accessible TV
Re: Accessible TV Sounds like Samsung or Fire OS TV's are my best options. I actually have a Samsung TV here that I thought was damaged, hence my post - but it's working fine now. I'll most likely get a Samsung in the future should I need it.I thought I heard awhile ago there was a brand known as Bravia that had a built-in screen reader that would read nearly everything, including channels and men guides for live cable, but it was just something I heard in passing. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/562841/#p562841 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Accessible TV
Accessible TV I'd like to think Voice Guide is available on any Samsung TV, but figured I'd ask out here in the hopes someone knows. Are there any other brands that have screen readers built into their TV's that is comparable to Samsung? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/562291/#p562291 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
NVDA crashing when using conversation view in Outlook 2016 on Win10
NVDA crashing when using conversation view in Outlook 2016 on Win10 The subject says it all. I'm not sure why this is happening. It's not a problem with JAWS. Has anyone else experienced this? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/561445/#p561445 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th For the folks who have experienced or regularly use the XM3's, the Speak to Chat feature seems to be the only major noticeable upgrade. I needed the fast cash from selling my XM3's last year, so I felt more compeled to get the XM4's. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559282/#p559282 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th Just judging from a simple Google search that turned up reviews from top tech dogs, you're right. There doesn't seem to be any improvement despite a widespread claim that the headphones were more energy-efficient, which lead the expectation that battery life would increase. Oh well. 30 hours still isn't bad.I think most of my excitement just comes from hope rather than expectation. I know the new model is not being branded as a revolutionized successor to the XM3's. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559265/#p559265 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th I'm more interested in battery life and the speak to chat feature, personally. There most likely won't be a noticeable difference in sound or active-noise canceling, so upgrading when you already have the XM3's isn't really worth it. Perhaps selling them could give you some cash towards it, but why would someone buy a second-hand pair off of you when they could just go get a brand-new pair of the same model for even cheaper? The payout wouldn't be worth it for someone trying to sell their XM3's, not now. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559202/#p559202 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: depressed from blindness again
Re: depressed from blindness again I had a decent amount of vision up until I was 12 or so. My late teens and early 20's were a bit rough at points. I would often sit alone in my room, ruminating on the things I used to be able to do. I would surround myself with thins that reminded me of what I liked as a kid -- movies, video games, etc. Admittedly, I would listen to YouTube playthroughs of games that I played in my younger days just so I could feel the nostalgia of being that young and also having vision.It's a very perpetual thing, I have to say. I was looking for some sort of satisfaction in feeling like I could escape the blindness, but it never worked. Even when I felt like it did in the moment, it really didn't.I started focusing on the things that I can do. For example, the computer stuff. That one's a no-brainer. But then I got into sports, and now I strangely follow football at the NFL level. I'm into exercising, some cooking, etc. Just certain things that make me feel like I can do meaningful things in my life.Let me stop being so self-centered, now. I think you're describing something a lot of people who had even the slightest amount of vision go through. It's a complicated and frustrating situation to deal with. There are even times now when I absently think that my blindness is just a nuisance that I don't deserve. It quickly passes, but it's a pretty debilitating feeling. I've missed out on parties and friend gatherings because of it. It also has to do with how loud those functions can get, and eye contact is so important already, but especially when you lose the ability to effectively listen for things.Feel free to post out here whenever you feel. I wish I had been more upfront with my blindness-related issues when I was a bit younger. Coming out here, regardless whether folks know you personally on the forum or not, is an admirable thing to do. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559200/#p559200 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help I'd be interested to know how it goes. As far as I know, it's CLI-based, which I feel should probably make it a bit easier on the sighted help front since you could just look up valid commands and all the helper would be responsible for is reading console output. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559186/#p559186 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th @4, story of my life. I'm weak and give into tech releases like this. Plus, if it's a bust, I can always send them back. But, come on, that probably won't happen. @5, I vaguely remember some dropouts when I had my last pair of XM3's. That's unfortunate you're dealing with that. I know the XM4's are rocking BT5.0 (not 5.1 I don't think), but that's still a worthwhile upgrade.I'd be interested to know more about the WF1000XM3's, but that's slightly OT, so feel free to message me privately about your experiences with them. I had AirPods Pro some time ago, but they didn't stay in my ears. That was also before I knew about skins that go over them to help mitigate that problem, but I really don't want to drop another $250 on yet a pair of Apple earbuds. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559184/#p559184 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Re: Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th I went ahead and placed an order through Best Buy, so hopefully I'll have a pair here in the next two weeks. I'll most likely change the topic to a review and revise post 1 to contain my review. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559129/#p559129 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help Here is a [Quick little read-throughof it. I don't have a Mac, so I couldn't verify this from first-hand experience.Also note you'll still need sighted assistance as VO won't (and shouldn't) be functional when dealing with this mode, similar to screen readers and BIOS.Disclaimer: I don't know too terribly much about this - I'm just a guy with internet access, lol URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559128/#p559128 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help Here is a [Quick little read-throughof it. I don't have a Mac, so I couldn't verify this from first-hand experience.Also note you'll still need sighted assistance as VO won't (and shouldn't) be functional when dealing with this mode, similar to screen readers and BIOS. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559128/#p559128 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th
Sony WH1000XM4 are coming as early as August 14th For those who were interested in a nice pair of cans, Sony has released their [WH1000XM4headphones, succeeding the famous WH1000XM3 model.Features and such are also listed. Among them are improved battery life, better active-noise canceling via enhanced algorithms, speak to chat (talk to your virtual assistants hands-free), and more.These are available at $349 US, the same price as their predecessor. You can pre-order them through [Best Buywho will release them on August 14th, and [Amazonwho will release them on August 21st.Watch out, Bose! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559052/#p559052 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help It was a stupidly nit-picky thing, but I thought it was worth noting. BIOS has become somewhat of a more general term we attribute to the part of a computer that handles things like boot order, hardware interfacing, etc. BIOS is a specific iteration of this general boot system. UEFI (if I understand correctly) is the next-gen iteration of BIOS, targeting a more universal approach to hardware interfacing regardless of what OS sits on top of it. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559029/#p559029 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help Clarification: Macs still have a boot system, it's just not called "BIOS." It's called "Open Firmware." URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559020/#p559020 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help
Re: is there a way for us to configure bios without cited help Apart from a free call with Aira, no. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/558508/#p558508 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise)
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise) Ah, found the reply containing the tweak. Don't know how I missed it earlier. The cursor likes to change focus and is very distracting. I'll give this a shot.I also performed the steps @9 mentioned, but I'm not seeing an HD driver, just Realtech. I'm familiar with this process, but not sure why it's not showing up on my list. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/558075/#p558075 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise)
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise) @4, I'm not seeing anything under that thread about a registry tweak.I looked at my devices, and I'm only showing Intel(R) Audio with no option to switch to the high-definition audio. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/557936/#p557936 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise)
Re: Max Audio Pro issue (surprise) Ugh. Not the answer I wanted to hear, but that gives me a better sense of direction. I'll try to have Aira hop on through TeamViewer and see if anything can be done. It sounds great through the on-board speakers, but it's only when headphones are plugged in I'm having issues. Thanks for the help! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/557899/#p557899 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Max Audio Pro issue (surprise)
Max Audio Pro issue (surprise) I'm having an issue with Max Audio Pro on my Dell, no surprise. When I plug my headphones in, it's behaving as it normally does where it tries to enhance the audio. I disable audio enhancements in Control Panel, but the first split second of sudden audio output is cut off, similar to the bluetooth issue. Is there a fix for this? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/557896/#p557896 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: android phone recommendations
Re: android phone recommendations The Pixel 4A is expected to release soon, so if you're willing to make the switch and are okay with Talkback, I'd strongly recommend that. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/557027/#p557027 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind My advice depending on your intention is this:If you want to learn more about a particular programming language, Google and other resources are going to be the most effective and immediate solutions. I know quite a few people who have a decent programming background without having enrolled in a single college course.If you want to learn in a college environment where you have access to professors, tutors, etc, or you want to obtain a developer position with relative ease, go to college and graduate with a degree in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, or some other related field. You will not get this for free, period. I say that not be harsh or deter you, but the reality is that quality, post-secondary education comes at a price, and a hefty one at that.I suspect the reason why you're getting a whole plethora of answers is because your intention doesn't seem to come across as clearly as folks would prefer, so it may be beneficial to describe exactly what you're looking for an why. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/556170/#p556170 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind blind angel 44 wrote:I would like to join one and apply a degree to my programming languages.You will not find an accredited college that offers free tuition to earn a degree. You can certainly find courses to learn programming, but you can learn a language elsewhere on the internet and shouldn't rely on finding an institution that doesn't exist.There are, however, colleges that will post entire courses online, where the general public has access to lecture content; unfortunately, that's about as good as you'll get. You won't have access to a professor, a teaching/graduate assistant, fellow classmates, etc to better understand the content, which is why I say you're better off spending time looking for a dedicated service that teaches you a programming language. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/556156/#p556156 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind
Re: Accessible free online college websites for the blind [blockquote=blind angel 44]I would like to join one and apply a degree to my programming languages.[/blockquote]You will not find an accredited college that offers free tuition to earn a degree. You can certainly find courses to learn programming, but you can learn a language elsewhere on the internet and shouldn't rely on finding an institution that doesn't exist.There are, however, colleges that will post entire courses online, where the general public has access to lecture content; unfortunately, that's about as good as you'll get. You won't have access to a professor, a teaching/graduate assistant, fellow classmates, etc to better understand the content, which is why I say you're better off spending time looking for a dedicated service that teaches you a programming language. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/556156/#p556156 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: NVDA Remote Relay Server
Re: NVDA Remote Relay Server I most likely won't be using this too terribly often, but figured it would be knowledge on some basic server-side setup that could have some good practical use if and when or someone else would need it.I'll also bear in mind what you said @8 - thanks for the tip. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/555142/#p555142 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: NVDA Remote Relay Server
Re: NVDA Remote Relay Server I found this [GitHub repo] of the server-side code. Is this what you use? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/555073/#p555073 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
NVDA Remote Relay Server
NVDA Remote Relay Server Hi folks,Just curious on what environment an NVDA Remote server best resides -- Linux, Windows, etc. I didn't see anything in the documentation, and didn't know where else to look. I'm interested in using a VPS to service remote connections and don't want to use port forwarding directly.Thanks! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/555035/#p555035 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Facebook and Twitter Windows clients
Facebook and Twitter Windows clients Are there any good/reliable clients for Fb and Twitter on Windows? The websites are okay, but...Meh. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/553617/#p553617 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Headphone Recommendations
Re: Headphone Recommendations I'll also recommend the Sony WH1000XM3, although the XM4 is expected to release sometime this year, so it may be worth waiting for - if nothing else, you could get a pair of the XM3 for cheaper when that happens, although they regularly go on sale these days.The Bose NC 700 is also great, but I feel it's meant for travel-based usage rather than entertainment purposes (i.e.: sitting at home and enveloped in your own world). Bose has always been known for the grab-and-go appeal of their premium active-noise canceling headphones, so I'd make that distinction if you really want to spend that kind of money on headphones.The QC 35 II is great, but there are some rumors going around that Bose has throttled ANC performance through firmware updates. Though the NC 700 wasn't released as a replacement for or treated like it was "better" than the QC 35 II, I have encountered several forum posts, articles, and YouTube videos that have discussed this. I don't know the validity of such rumors, but thought I'd put it on your radar. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/552813/#p552813 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help @livrobo, ah, got it. VB-Audio calls their program "The Virtual Audio Cable," and it confused me. Thanks for the clarification.Edit: I'm also assuming that people are talking VAC by Muzychenko URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/552010/#p552010 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help @livrobo, ah, got it. VB-Audio calls their program "The Virtual Audio Cable," and it confused me. Thanks for the clarification. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/552010/#p552010 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help So I'm a bit confused. I see something called VAC Cables A+B and C+D which are purchased by donation. Another website sells licenses for VAC V4. I'm not sure what the different "cables" are? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551934/#p551934 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help @6, that was an oddly-phrased question -- I suppose it would help if I asked something more specific, lol. I'd like to record me speaking through my mic and in-game audio. I can record everything that comes through my system without VAC, but Discord, NVDA, etc, are all distracting and unnecessary to the recording. It seems like there is a paid version of the program, which I think would be necessary if I need more than two channels (two programs that I want their sound included). URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551930/#p551930 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help Noted. Wish I knew that before I tried to install *facepalm*Pretty nifty Win10 lets you control inputs and outputs per app even if there aren't any explicit settings to do so in the app. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551523/#p551523 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help
Re: Virtual Audio Cable help I'll explicitly tell Jaws to output through my Yeti and see if I can get it to work. Thanks! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551506/#p551506 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Virtual Audio Cable help
Virtual Audio Cable help After installing VAC, my sound is knocked out. I am monitoring my sound with my Blue Yeti and have all other playback devices turned off. I uninstalled it and restored my sound. How do you set it up and use it properly? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551493/#p551493 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: What is the best model of amazon echo?
Re: What is the best model of amazon echo? It mostly depends on budget. The Echo Dot 3rd gen is probably the best bang for your buck for reasons already described above. The bigger Echo and Echo Plus models don't do anything other than boost the volume by virtue of being bigger. The Echo Plus has an internal thermometer, so you can ask that particular model to tell you the temperature inside, but I'm fairly certain the audio internals of the Echo Plus 2nd gen is the same as the Echo 3rd gen. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/551183/#p551183 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Recommended 2020 Laptops?
Re: Recommended 2020 Laptops? @jack, the one I purchased is this year's model, the 9500. To my knowledge, it does not follow the same scheme as previous models with the function and arrow keys for navigation. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550204/#p550204 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Recommended 2020 Laptops?
Re: Recommended 2020 Laptops? I initially got a Dell XPS 13 2-in-1, but switched to this year's XPS 15 model with maxed-out specs. These are pretty great laptops, and you don't need to spend any more than what your budget affords you to get something worth-while.I noticed on the XPS 13 2-in-1 I briefly had that in order to use the home and end keys, you had to press FN and F11/F12 respectively. I don't know if that can be changed. There are dedicated page-up and page-down keys, but not home and end - very frustrating. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550124/#p550124 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Setting up Raspberry Pi
Re: Setting up Raspberry Pi @6, thanks for the recommendation. Just glancing at it, looks like they aren't hosting any images currently. Maybe joining the mailing list will be of use. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/549610/#p549610 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Weekly Poll #1
Re: Weekly Poll #1 I have a Checkers nearby, perhaps I'll give them a shot sometime this week.While on the subject of burger joints, there's a local place here that sells monster-sized burgers that everyone raves about. Their hours are a bit odd - 10:00AM-02:00PM -- not sure why they A) are only open for four hours and B) why those hours specifically, other than the obvious lunch rush which starts at around 11:00AM, but I suppose it's precisely because so many people pack into the restaurant with the line out the door they figure they only need to be open for such a short period of time.Also, has anyone tried the impossible burgers that have been on an upwards trend? I've tried them, and I wouldn't mind if if that was my only option on occasion, but as a person who isn't a vegetarian nor cares to be one, I still prefer real beef. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/549579/#p549579 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Setting up Raspberry Pi
Re: Setting up Raspberry Pi Practically speaking, I'd like to use it for dev purposes - coding, sandboxing, etc. Just something to play around with and test things. I can't see myself using it for productivity reasons in the MS Office sense. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/549570/#p549570 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Weekly Poll #1
Re: Weekly Poll #1 The fact McDonald's has the most votes really saddens me, but it's cheap and fits everyone's budget, so I can't say their burgers are beneath me.Five Guys is great, but comes at a much higher price than most other places. In fact, it's really about their fries and milkshakes along with the burger that makes it worth a trip every now and then. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/549490/#p549490 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Setting up Raspberry Pi
Setting up Raspberry Pi I'm sure this is the billionth topic about this - so sorry.I'm deeply considering grabbing a Raspberry Pi 4, but would like to know what distro works best with screen reader access. I'm sure it depends on what people are using it for, so I guess the first distinction to be made is if there are GUI-based or CLI-based distros. Beyond that, what resources exist to help me set it up?Thanks! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/549487/#p549487 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
