Re: Apple accessibility support phone number.
would be nice for some of us UK based users. lew On 17 Mar 2012, at 12:14, Donna Goodin wrote: Hey, way to go, Apple!! Thanks for posting this, Ricardo. Donna On Mar 16, 2012, at 10:42 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hi folks, Good news. Apple now has an accessibility support number. it is, 1-877-204-3930. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Apple accessibility support phone number.
no you shouldn't as it's not a direct part of the apple care support system. it's on a different level. lew On 17 Mar 2012, at 02:53, Mike Malarsie wrote: Will I need apple care to use it? Mike Malarsie On Mar 16, 2012, at 9:42 PM, Ricardo Walker rwalker...@gmail.com wrote: Hi folks, Good news. Apple now has an accessibility support number. it is, 1-877-204-3930. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Apple accessibility support phone number.
one could assume that this number can be used by any apple user throughout the world. the only downside for those of us in the UK is the cost of that particular call, unless you're on skype with enough credit available to do this. lew On 17 Mar 2012, at 15:44, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Is this just for the US? On 17 Mar 2012, at 02:42 AM, Ricardo Walker rwalker...@gmail.com wrote: Hi folks, Good news. Apple now has an accessibility support number. it is, 1-877-204-3930. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Digest for macvisionaries@googlegroups.com - 9 Messages in 6 Topics
If we're talking Black books the comedy from Channel 4 starring Bill Bailey, if it's on DVD or another format, you can play it either through DVD player or itunes. if not then oops sorry. lew On 15 Mar 2012, at 22:15, Chenelle Hancock wrote: Hi all, I want to listen to black books on my Mack how do I go about doing that?. Thanks so much for your help. Sincerely, chenelle Sent from my iPhone On Mar 15, 2012, at 5:09 PM, macvisionaries@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries/topics National Express [1 Update] Using your air in public. [2 Updates] Netflix forIPhone [3 Updates] Chrome has become unusable [1 Update] Games for Mac and MUD Clients and other little questions of new Apple Eater [1 Update] Hi [1 Update] National Express chris hallsworth christopher...@gmail.com Mar 15 09:00PM For all UK members, does anyone know of an accessible app to book national express coaches? Please advise. Thanks! -- Christopher H Using your air in public. Esther mori...@mac.com Mar 15 10:08AM -1000 Hi Vivianna, Alex, Ricardo, Chris, Jane, Garth, Gigi, Emrah, Kawal, and Marc, First off, there is a Find My Mac program that is like Find My iPhone for iOS devices. You can register your machine for it if you are running Lion, and also have enabled iCloud services. Since I've only migrated to Lion about a month ago, and still need to keep my MobileMe services active for a while more, I can't speak directly about this program. However, I can run Find My iPhone even from the MobileMe pages with VoiceOver. It's not as simple as it was with VoiceOver and Safari not upgraded under Snow Leopard, but it's workable for me, so I assume this is also possible for Find My Mac. (The truly bizarre aspect of this is how much easier it was to use Find My iPhone with VoiceOver on version of Leopard -- two versions back -- on a system with OS X 10.5.8 and the latest version of Safari at that time. I switched to one of these machines just to contrast the Find My iPhone web experience with VoiceOver, latest Safari, and Lion.) Here's a link to an old New York Times article about Find My Mac from last November: http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/11/25/using-apples-find-my-mac-feature/ Use Command-Shift-R to read this in Safari Reader. Secondly, I highly recommend that everyone register their Apple products using the MySupportProfile page: https://supportprofile.apple.com/MySupportProfile.do This is a personal service that has been around for at least 8 years, and is designed as a way for customers to keep track of their Apple products. It's not the same as warranty registration, although I think you can register products through the MySupportProfile page. This is meant to be a convenient record for you, the customer, so you can input this information at any time. Although it's obviously easiest to put in this information soon after purchase. You log in with your Apple ID and enter the serial numbers for products you own. Once this is in place, you have a permanent record of your serial numbers and product descriptions all in one place. Items can include your Mac computers, iPhones, Apple TVs, AIrport Express units, Time Capsules, etc. What makes this page useful, in addition to keeping a record of your serial numbers, is that there are related support resources. So you can read about the technical specifications for your model of device, find out whether there are firmware updates, find related articles, and also track service case issues. If you give your Mac or iOS device to a relative, or sell it, you can remove the item from the devices that are registered to you, but you can also provide them with details about the exact product they are getting from you. And, if worst comes to worst, and one of your items is misplaced or stolen, you have an accurate record of the serial number and the detailed product description. Understand that the MySupportProfile page is not meant to be a way to make Apple track lost or stolen items. It's a convenient resource for you, the user. The only information that gets added to the pages are for devices whose serial numbers you add. You can find these in your purchase receipts from Apple, or by using the About this Mac entry of the Apple menu. (VO-M or Control-F2 to the Apple menu, arrow down to About this Mac, and Navigate with VO-Right arrow to the Version number (e.g. 10.7.3), then VO-Space to cycle through the build to the serial number. You can copy the last phrase to the clipboard with VO-Shift-C, then paste in information anywhere with Command-V.) For those of you using QuickNav, just press Right arrow instead of VO-Right arrow, and select by simultaneously pressing Up and Down arrow keys instead of using VO-Space. And for those of you using TrackPad Commander, use a
Re: Most DVDs Won't Play All of a Sudden
It's a hardware issue and needs to be resolved by an apple engineer depending on your system. It's happened with 2 machines of mine in 5 years so it's mainly a rogue DVD superdrive. lew On 12 Mar 2012, at 23:33, Teresa Cochran wrote: Hi, all, In the last month, I've noticed that DVDs won't play. The player seems to consider them a foreign object. It spins for about 30 seconds and then spits them out again. I don't know if this is a hardware or software issue. What can I try on the software side to reset drivers or disk permissions, etc.? Thanks, Teresa On the other hand, there are different fingers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: messages
this can happen with a few ISP's like google mail, etc where either the messages aren't being fully downloaded or have and aren't being handled by their respective servers, etc. Sometimes, I wish you could have a virtual SHOE to kick google with. Lew On 12 Mar 2012, at 16:46, Thomas McMahan wrote: Maybe the server system of your isp isn't accurate, it has to cycle too. Noticed this long before Lion showed up with my gmail and tiger. Just a speculation on my part. On Mar 12, 2012, at 9:49 AM, May McDonald wrote: Morning everyone. In mail with Lion it tells me I have a certain number of messages, but it's actually not that many there. Does anyone have any clue of how that may be possible? May and Prince Noah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Should I choose Airport Extreme?
a wireless printer can be conected to the airport extreme directly. basically you set up the printer to the router, then mac to printer. you basically add the printer you're using by printer settings in preferences, adding the printer through wireless and there you go. simple as that. lew On 11 Mar 2012, at 05:46, Traci wrote: Thanks all, So, the Airport Extreme sounds more and more tempting. I've been doing further reading tonight and have some more questions. One thing we'll need is to use our wireless printer. I see websites mentioning connecting USB printers, but how about our wireless one? If I remember correctly, we don't usually connect it at all. We enter in our wireless user name and password into the printer. Should this work the same way with the Airport Extreme? Lastly. we have a windows laptop that will be using the wireless. Does the airport extreme work seamlessly with windows as well? Thanks again, :) Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail On Mar 10, 2012, at 5:10 PM, Scott Howell wrote: There are more reasons to go with an AirPort router over any other model. There are security reasons among many more. I cannot recommend Linksys routers as they are not nearly as secure as Apple routers. I'm sure many will not agree, but you go with an APple router and you will not regret the extra expense. On Mar 10, 2012, at 3:50 PM, Traci wrote: Hi all, A little introduction here. Traditionally, I love to read and research technology. The exception is wireless routers. I find them confusing and frustrating! Currently, I'm comparing a dLink wireless N router and the airport extreme. On one hand, I want to take the easy route and buy the airport extreme. I have had nothing but good experiences with Apple products. On that other hand, the dLink gets good reviews on Amazon and it is half the price. Please, guidance is welcome. We live in a 2 story townhouse and the router is usually upstairs. We have around 10 various devices that will be wirelessly connecting to the router at times. Usually, 2 or 3 at the same time. To extend this question further. Both of these routers have the USB connection on the back of the unit. Am I understanding it correctly, that this is how we could wirelessly listen to our music collection? Thanks all, hopefully you can help me sort this out. Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Should I choose Airport Extreme?
I shouldn't think apple would need to expand on the range of airport extreme systems, after all, they have the airport extreme on it's own and the time capsule systems as well which are both router and storage system with suitable storage capacities. lew On 11 Mar 2012, at 16:55, Traci wrote: *Grin,* maybe we are making the printer more complicated than necessary. All I know, is there is a little screen on the printer and we need to enter the info for our wireless network, so all of our devices will work. It's cool, that our printer does not need to be connected to any device or router. It has a USB cord, but it isn't needed. I'm guessing, if I'm using a wireless printer, then Bonjour printer for windows will not be necessary? From reading on the web, it seems that is where windows users were having trouble. I guess, one of my last questions, for you Mac folk in the know, do you suspect Apple will bring out a new Airport Extreme soon? As in the next few Months? ;) Thanks, Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail On Mar 11, 2012, at 1:58 AM, Scott Howell wrote: Traci, Your windows machine will work fine. I am not sure I understand the purpose of entering your user ID and password to access the printer. So, if this is a printer that services multiple machines (because it is a network printer) then there will be no difference in how you access it today when you bring the AirPort online. On Mar 11, 2012, at 12:46 AM, Traci wrote: Thanks all, So, the Airport Extreme sounds more and more tempting. I've been doing further reading tonight and have some more questions. One thing we'll need is to use our wireless printer. I see websites mentioning connecting USB printers, but how about our wireless one? If I remember correctly, we don't usually connect it at all. We enter in our wireless user name and password into the printer. Should this work the same way with the Airport Extreme? Lastly. we have a windows laptop that will be using the wireless. Does the airport extreme work seamlessly with windows as well? Thanks again, :) Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail On Mar 10, 2012, at 5:10 PM, Scott Howell wrote: There are more reasons to go with an AirPort router over any other model. There are security reasons among many more. I cannot recommend Linksys routers as they are not nearly as secure as Apple routers. I'm sure many will not agree, but you go with an APple router and you will not regret the extra expense. On Mar 10, 2012, at 3:50 PM, Traci wrote: Hi all, A little introduction here. Traditionally, I love to read and research technology. The exception is wireless routers. I find them confusing and frustrating! Currently, I'm comparing a dLink wireless N router and the airport extreme. On one hand, I want to take the easy route and buy the airport extreme. I have had nothing but good experiences with Apple products. On that other hand, the dLink gets good reviews on Amazon and it is half the price. Please, guidance is welcome. We live in a 2 story townhouse and the router is usually upstairs. We have around 10 various devices that will be wirelessly connecting to the router at times. Usually, 2 or 3 at the same time. To extend this question further. Both of these routers have the USB connection on the back of the unit. Am I understanding it correctly, that this is how we could wirelessly listen to our music collection? Thanks all, hopefully you can help me sort this out. Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more
Re: IOS 5.1
hmmm. interesting. I do have to admit to noticing a small issue. coming out of lock screen, if I touch an icon, it launches the phone without warning. h. time to investigate it a bit further and speak with some other guys all I can say is report all issues here to iphone accessibility and development so that us devs know about it and can resolve it. usually, a bug fix comes out in the first month or so. lets see. lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 22:44, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: Hey Lou. I just checked and the setting to view notifications in locked screen is turned on. Let me be more specific about the bug. Sometimes it'll read me the notification, and sometimes if it's from Imap Weather Radio, it'll just say slide to view and if it's a text it'll just say slide to reply. Also I'm not touching the screen at all when these notifications appear. Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Antivirus for mac
haven't used clam AV but will check it out. There are some voiceover hickups in sophos but I use it as a trusted product from back in the day when sophos was corporate antivirus. cheers lew On 10 Mar 2012, at 01:40, Scott Howell wrote: Hi Lew, Just curious if you have used the ClamAV product and how you feel this compares to the Sophos product. THanks, On Mar 9, 2012, at 6:55 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: yep, there's some good free antivirus software I recommend. sophos antivirus for mac. it's constantly updated and very stable. voiceover friendly from my experience in OS 10.6. if you get lost, let me know and I'll find the link for it for you. lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 11:48, Hendrik Steyn wrote: Hello Everyone Is there antivirus software out there that works with Voiceover? I recently became part of a large home network and I don’t want my mac to be in the “passdown chain”. Any help appreciated. Kindly Hendrik -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: IOS 5.1
a bit of a pain in the neck isn't it. Something we're going to have to resolve with apple.. well it's a beautiful day and a cooling fan on the server has failed. so have to go and pick one up shortly. not an easy replacement. time for the soldering iron and colour identifier. lol lew On 10 Mar 2012, at 13:27, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hi, I can reproduce this bug 100% of the time. When you unlock, you just press anywhere on the screen before voiceover announces the name of the last app you where focused on before you locked your device. This will launch the phone app or, what ever app happens to be in the 1st slot in your dock. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 10, 2012, at 6:00 AM, Scott Howell scottn3...@gmail.com wrote: I finally encountered this. I cannot reliably reproduce the issue, but I have seen it. Not sure exactly what conditions if any need to exist for the problem to occur either. The one thing I have always experienced and never quite understood is why you get a phone call and if you unlock the screen, the Phone app is always sitting there in the foreground. That behavior has existed for a very long time and always something I wish APple would change. On Mar 10, 2012, at 4:05 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: hmmm. interesting. I do have to admit to noticing a small issue. coming out of lock screen, if I touch an icon, it launches the phone without warning. h. time to investigate it a bit further and speak with some other guys all I can say is report all issues here to iphone accessibility and development so that us devs know about it and can resolve it. usually, a bug fix comes out in the first month or so. lets see. lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 22:44, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: Hey Lou. I just checked and the setting to view notifications in locked screen is turned on. Let me be more specific about the bug. Sometimes it'll read me the notification, and sometimes if it's from Imap Weather Radio, it'll just say slide to view and if it's a text it'll just say slide to reply. Also I'm not touching the screen at all when these notifications appear. Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Should I choose Airport Extreme?
Hi and welcome. Routers are always a puzzle for folks these days. The D link router is a mainstage router meaning that there is a direct line feed from your phone line etc to the router, unless you're using cable where as I understand in the USA there's a direct connection, the airport unit / time capsule unit is primarily a router taking a feed from your main modem device if you know what I mean. I'm stating this as here in the UK, the airport extreme and other similar models in the range can't be used as combination DSL modems and routers, they are only routers requiring a feed from a master modem from the phone line. As regards USB, the USB interface can be used for storage devices like connected hard drives or printers which don't support wireless connections, etc or CAT5 connections for that matter. So using either the airport and it's family of products or the DLink routers will give you the same level of connectivity and support. the only difference is direct connectivity. the airport has direct connectivity to access settings and controls, where as the DLink uses a connection to it's inbuilt web server portal. either will do. the beauty behind DLink is they are owned by HP enterprise networking solutions, so DLink will offer you greater support compared to cheaper products on the net. lew On 10 Mar 2012, at 20:50, Traci wrote: Hi all, A little introduction here. Traditionally, I love to read and research technology. The exception is wireless routers. I find them confusing and frustrating! Currently, I'm comparing a dLink wireless N router and the airport extreme. On one hand, I want to take the easy route and buy the airport extreme. I have had nothing but good experiences with Apple products. On that other hand, the dLink gets good reviews on Amazon and it is half the price. Please, guidance is welcome. We live in a 2 story townhouse and the router is usually upstairs. We have around 10 various devices that will be wirelessly connecting to the router at times. Usually, 2 or 3 at the same time. To extend this question further. Both of these routers have the USB connection on the back of the unit. Am I understanding it correctly, that this is how we could wirelessly listen to our music collection? Thanks all, hopefully you can help me sort this out. Traci Sent by Macbook Air Mail -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Antivirus for mac
yep, there's some good free antivirus software I recommend. sophos antivirus for mac. it's constantly updated and very stable. voiceover friendly from my experience in OS 10.6. if you get lost, let me know and I'll find the link for it for you. lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 11:48, Hendrik Steyn wrote: Hello Everyone Is there antivirus software out there that works with Voiceover? I recently became part of a large home network and I don’t want my mac to be in the “passdown chain”. Any help appreciated. Kindly Hendrik -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: installing lion
power up and straight away press and hold the C key for about a min or so until the CD drive speeds up, then let go. WEE oops sorry I didn't mean let go of the desk, etc (that's of course if you're a bird on edge of desk tapping keyboard with beak) lol lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 12:25, joseph wrote: ok, i tried to boot from dvd but did not work. my question is: when should i press the letter c and how long should i hold it down for etc? On 8 Mar 2012, at 13:14, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: I believe someone has possibly covered that situation. I have lion on a DVD and it does what I need it to do but I'm not running lion on my own workstation for stability purposes. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 13:08, joseph wrote: how about if i put the InstallESD.DMG file on a pen drive? how would i do so and how to reboot the system then? best On 8 Mar 2012, at 09:05, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: InstallESD.DMG file -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: IOS 5.1
in the voiceover prefs there is a setting to have notifications spoken. ensure this is turned on. lew On 9 Mar 2012, at 20:10, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: Hey guys. I've noticed another bug in IOS 5.1. Whenever I get a push notification or a text message, when the screen is locked, VO doesn't read me the notification at times. Wonder why this is the case. Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: IOS 5.1
IOS 5.1 also enhances stability on the iphone 3GS. with IOS 5, every operation required extra processing time and voiceover lag. with IOS 5.1, this is virtually eliminated. I have also noticed some voiceover modifications since last as you say ric, including the slide to reply instruction, etc, also an icon for the camera in the lock screen I had heard about on last night's apple keynote address. which was nice :) Will see how IOS 5.1 behaves and also check if there's updates to XCode. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 07:39, Ricardo Walker wrote: I did. There isn't much to really say about it so far. My battery life seems to be a little better on my 4S. I'm not having the overnight drain of 4 to 7% like I was. I noticed on the lock screen, it says slide to view or, slide to reply with every notification displayed. I have to play around with it a little more to really see whats what. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 11:40 PM, Mike Malarsie michael.malar...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone update to 5.1 yet? Any details? Mike Malarsie On Mar 7, 2012, at 8:42 PM, Becky Knaub becnc...@embarqmail.com wrote: Hi guys Is it normal that these two programs do not speak what you type and seem to conflict with VO? I thought they were a bit more accessible than pages. Did I misunderstand this? Thanks. Becky -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: IOS 5.1
I too have noticed this once but it may be the touch screen being a little dusty lol llew On 8 Mar 2012, at 10:37, Scott Howell wrote: Ricardo, I have not been able to reproduce this problem of unlocking and quickly touching something to make it launch. Very curious for sure. On Mar 8, 2012, at 5:22 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote: Yup. There is 1 little bug I've noticed. After unlocking the phone, if you quickly press anywhere on the screen, I mean before the last app you were on is announced by voiceover, an item in your dock is launched. Very odd. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 8, 2012, at 3:56 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: IOS 5.1 also enhances stability on the iphone 3GS. with IOS 5, every operation required extra processing time and voiceover lag. with IOS 5.1, this is virtually eliminated. I have also noticed some voiceover modifications since last as you say ric, including the slide to reply instruction, etc, also an icon for the camera in the lock screen I had heard about on last night's apple keynote address. which was nice :) Will see how IOS 5.1 behaves and also check if there's updates to XCode. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 07:39, Ricardo Walker wrote: I did. There isn't much to really say about it so far. My battery life seems to be a little better on my 4S. I'm not having the overnight drain of 4 to 7% like I was. I noticed on the lock screen, it says slide to view or, slide to reply with every notification displayed. I have to play around with it a little more to really see whats what. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 11:40 PM, Mike Malarsie michael.malar...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone update to 5.1 yet? Any details? Mike Malarsie On Mar 7, 2012, at 8:42 PM, Becky Knaub becnc...@embarqmail.com wrote: Hi guys Is it normal that these two programs do not speak what you type and seem to conflict with VO? I thought they were a bit more accessible than pages. Did I misunderstand this? Thanks. Becky -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: installing lion
Oops, from what I remember the installer is straight forward. I know with snow leopard you have customizations in the installer. can't fully remember if this is so with lion. need to confirm that. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 12:09, Hayri Tulumcu wrote: How do you customise the installation of lion? - Original Message - From: Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2012 9:05 AM Subject: Re: installing lion yep. do you still have the installer? if so, bring up the contextual menu (VO Shift M) and go to show package contents. From there you need to find the InstallESD.DMG file (can't exactly remember where it's located), now open it so it mounts to the desktop, insert a blank DVD and when finder asks you what to do, run disk utility from the dialogue box. from here it's a simple burn the install DMG contents to the DVD. after this has happened, reboot the mac with the DVD still in and hold down the C key. give it a min or two and then Command F5 for voiceover, the next step for the clean install (I advise before doing anything else including these previous steps is a data backup of essential files you want to keep to a pen or external drive, etc) when you've agreed to terms, etc, go to the tools menu and launch disk utility. go to the hard drive and erase it. YYou can either do a quick erase or any of the secure erase functions. (it's at this point I advise not having any other external drives connected such as pen drives or external hard drives, otherwise you might accidentally select the wrong drive.) erase the drive, when completed, quit disk utility and continue with the installation. you can with Voiceover, customise the installation, etc before the install starts, this includes apps, languages, etc. If memory serves me right, the install starts with downloading some necessary files not included in the installer so ensure you have a working internet connection for this. after this, the install goes on and will finish, as long as voiceover is running, you're fine. good luck and have fun. if you need further help, let us know. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 00:05, joseph wrote: hello list i upgraded to lion when it was introduced. now i need to make a clean install. can anyone therefore, provide instructions? thank you in advance. best -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: installing lion
I believe someone has possibly covered that situation. I have lion on a DVD and it does what I need it to do but I'm not running lion on my own workstation for stability purposes. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 13:08, joseph wrote: how about if i put the InstallESD.DMG file on a pen drive? how would i do so and how to reboot the system then? best On 8 Mar 2012, at 09:05, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: InstallESD.DMG file -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: IOS 5.1
it's not a bug, it's a new mod for voiceover. call it a slight enhancement. there are some new features in voiceover including speaking hints, etc you'll find these settings in voiceover settings. I'm finding it much better already. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 20:40, Scott Howell wrote: I'm not sure this is a bug. In fact I rather like the fact it will speak the time. So, how is this a bug? On Mar 8, 2012, at 10:09 AM, Matt Dierckens wrote: Hi, Does anyone see this bug where if you get a notification, you don't respond to it or whatever, it stays unlocked for a few seconds, it will say the time and then lock the screen. Matt Sent from my mac Twitter: matt692 msn and aim: matt...@live.com skype: blindman3221 On 2012-03-08, at 9:31 AM, Eugenia Firth wrote: Hi guys. I really thought I had broken my iPhone last night. My husband was already asleep since it was real late at night, so I couldn't ask him if there was anything on the screen. He had already updated his iPhone with no problem. I did ok until the last thing. It said it was going to restart the phone. Maybe it did, I don't know because it didn't restart VoiceOver. Good thing for triple click home, or I would have been in trouble. It finally occurred to me to press it, although I thought the phone had gone bye bye. I haven't yet run into the bug you guys are talking about, but I'll be warned about that now. Speaking of 5.1, last night I checked out the intro to the new iPad. Did you guys know that Apple added dictation like on the iPhone 4S? I had to hear all about the new display that my husband will probably adore before they got to the part 1@ wanted to hear. I knew that was going to happen, but I'm keeping up with the changes to the iPad these days. Since Apple is also lowering the price of the iPad 2 like they said yesterday, it wouldn't be worth it to me to have one of the new ones, except for that dictation feature. Regards, Gigi On Mar 8, 2012, at 4:22 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote: Yup. There is 1 little bug I've noticed. After unlocking the phone, if you quickly press anywhere on the screen, I mean before the last app you were on is announced by voiceover, an item in your dock is launched. Very odd. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 8, 2012, at 3:56 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: IOS 5.1 also enhances stability on the iphone 3GS. with IOS 5, every operation required extra processing time and voiceover lag. with IOS 5.1, this is virtually eliminated. I have also noticed some voiceover modifications since last as you say ric, including the slide to reply instruction, etc, also an icon for the camera in the lock screen I had heard about on last night's apple keynote address. which was nice :) Will see how IOS 5.1 behaves and also check if there's updates to XCode. lew On 8 Mar 2012, at 07:39, Ricardo Walker wrote: I did. There isn't much to really say about it so far. My battery life seems to be a little better on my 4S. I'm not having the overnight drain of 4 to 7% like I was. I noticed on the lock screen, it says slide to view or, slide to reply with every notification displayed. I have to play around with it a little more to really see whats what. hth Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 11:40 PM, Mike Malarsie michael.malar...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone update to 5.1 yet? Any details? Mike Malarsie On Mar 7, 2012, at 8:42 PM, Becky Knaub becnc...@embarqmail.com wrote: Hi guys Is it normal that these two programs do not speak what you type and seem to conflict with VO? I thought they were a bit more accessible than pages. Did I misunderstand this? Thanks. Becky -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group
Re: Upgrading RAM in a Macbook Pro
no 1 pozi / phillips driver. you can use jewellers screw drivers which are very cheap or find your nearest computer store who may have micro screwdrivers. it's the best thing to do performing a memory upgrade, especially with memory prices getting better for certain machines. the memory for my macbook pro would cost me about 38 including delivery so when I get chance, that's what's happening. then an HDD upgrade. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 08:29, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! Great. BTW, do I need any special screw drivers? I Just ask because the screws seem mighty small to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 2:50 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: the upgrade is very simple in deed. it's a simple case of removing a set of case screws located under the macbook pro. the lid underneeth simply lifts off revealing the HD drive, logic board and ram, etc. the ram is held in place by 2 retention clips per stick, so simply touch the two retention clips and gently spread them so that the sticks pop up then remove them. remove the new memory from the packaging and then install. re install the lid with the screws and then reboot the laptop. please note the following... unplug the laptop from the mains and other conections you may have like ethernet cables, USB, etc and ensure your laptop is TURNED OFF. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 07:02, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hello list, I have a stock mid 2010 Macbook Pro. I want to upgrade the memory from 4 to 8GB of RAM. Has anyone on list done a similar upgrade? If so, How difficult did you find the task? Lastly, what tools did you use, and what advise do you have to properly do this? Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Let's hear each other!
sounds good. bearing in mind I'm in the UK it may be rather late for me but let me know anyway. skype: freemacsfortheblind. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 11:13, Rhonda Hornbacher wrote: That sounds awesome. Count me in. Rhonda On Mar 6, 2012, at 5:53 PM, Emrah wrote: Hey all, How about we organize a little group call on Skype and get to hear each other's voices? I think I can plug us on a little conferencing tool to extend the Skype maximum number of simultaneous callers and we can also mix in people that want to use a regular phone line. Let me know. If you are interested, I will set up an online Doodle (www.doodle.com) so we can organize this when it suits most of us. Emrah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Upgrading RAM in a Macbook Pro
no worries ric. a little note. when you turn off your mac and disconnect everything, as soon as you've removed the base lid, touch the lid as a ground. then start work on memory exchange. I probably have the same unit as you. mine is a mid 2010 2.66 500gb model. about to upgrade both ram and HDD. plan is either 500gb 7200rpm or 1tb 5400 or 750gb 7200 rpm. the drive upgrade is also the same kind of method. except it's not clip based, there's a locator screw. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 11:15, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! Great. I just order my 8GB of RAM which cost $39, and I should be doing this early next week. Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 5:32 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: no 1 pozi / phillips driver. you can use jewellers screw drivers which are very cheap or find your nearest computer store who may have micro screwdrivers. it's the best thing to do performing a memory upgrade, especially with memory prices getting better for certain machines. the memory for my macbook pro would cost me about 38 including delivery so when I get chance, that's what's happening. then an HDD upgrade. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 08:29, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! Great. BTW, do I need any special screw drivers? I Just ask because the screws seem mighty small to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 2:50 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: the upgrade is very simple in deed. it's a simple case of removing a set of case screws located under the macbook pro. the lid underneeth simply lifts off revealing the HD drive, logic board and ram, etc. the ram is held in place by 2 retention clips per stick, so simply touch the two retention clips and gently spread them so that the sticks pop up then remove them. remove the new memory from the packaging and then install. re install the lid with the screws and then reboot the laptop. please note the following... unplug the laptop from the mains and other conections you may have like ethernet cables, USB, etc and ensure your laptop is TURNED OFF. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 07:02, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hello list, I have a stock mid 2010 Macbook Pro. I want to upgrade the memory from 4 to 8GB of RAM. Has anyone on list done a similar upgrade? If so, How difficult did you find the task? Lastly, what tools did you use, and what advise do you have to properly do this? Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: My experience with the Mac
yep, the windows side is torture. I'm refurbing a server to sell on. turning it into a professional music system for recording engineers. installing windows 7 64 bit ultimate edition and as it's a dell poweredge, it's a Dell OEM disk. deciding on upgrades at present. windows can have a total nightmare of a time networking, so the mac's my tool of the trade and life. I know I'm using VMware with XP Pro but it's only for data transfer and test so rarely used. your issue regarding the internet is something some users come across because of the behaviour of the router and ISP, not the machine itself, though safari can have the odd blonde moment or two. lol lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 11:44, erik burggraaf wrote: Hi, I don't have answers to all of your questions, but I have both Utorrent and adobe digital editions on my mac and they work great. As far as your wifi, have you been doing your updates for mac OS? If not, then I suggest you do them and see if that fixes your problem. That should help with facebook as well. As far as facebook goes, I have an account but really no interest in the thing. I had to teach it to a client last month though, so I know they are rolling out a new profile page. It's possible that things aren't working for you because we're giving you instructions using the old look, and you've been upgraded to the new one. Then again, it's entirely possible the mac just isn't for you. Personally, I want to self-mutilate every time I boot a windows machine. I'll never go back, even with nvda being free and effective. Windows performance is just painful. Best, Erik Burggraaf Currently on ebony promos: Ebony consulting on android accessibility, New drive imaging services available. To read more and subscribe, visit http://www.erik-burggraaf.com/mailman/listinfo/ebony-promos_erik-burggraaf.com Ebony Consulting toll-free: 1-888-255-5194 or on the web at http://www.erik-burggraaf.com On 2012-03-07, at 4:21 AM, Rahul Bajaj wrote: Hi friends, I don't post often here, but I regularly check all the posts. I have a question. I purchased my MacBook last July, so I've had it for more than 9 months. A few months ago, I installed Windows on my Mac with the help of Bootcamp. So, the issue is that I'm always tempted to use Windows instead of the Mac. This is because of the following reasons: 1. On many occasions, I get an error message saying that my Internet connection is not working properly. If I try using Windows for using the Internet at the very same time, then it works perfectly. And, even on the Mac, the Internet starts working perfectly after sometime, without me having to do anything. 2. I still haven't been able to figure out an easy and effective way of using Facebook on the Mac, and I use Facebook a lot, so this is a major issue for me. Even most of the methods that are known to work with VO don't work for me, so I often end up getting frustrated because of this. 3. As you all must be aware, there is no way of reading captchas on the Mac with VO. 4. I read books by downloading them through Utorrent with the help of Adobe Reader on Windows. I haven't yet been able to successfully download Utorrent on my Mac. And I haven't yet found any decent application for reading books on the Mac. So, those are my main concerns. I'd love to use the Mac like all of you, but I somehow can't find a way to deal with these problems. And I just don't find any major reasons for using the Mac instead of Windows. I mean, people say that it's far better than Windows and all, but I haven't been able to find even one accessible feature that is available on the Mac, but not on Windows. So, please do share your views and suggestions. Cheers, Rahul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Upgrading RAM in a Macbook Pro
solid state is a good idea for most things but the price, as you say is pretty high. a 512gb card for the mac is about £800 or so at the moment. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 13:40, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! I would like a Solid state drive but, they're still a bit too expensive for me. I'm fairly certain I will have one in my next Mac. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 6:18 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: no worries ric. a little note. when you turn off your mac and disconnect everything, as soon as you've removed the base lid, touch the lid as a ground. then start work on memory exchange. I probably have the same unit as you. mine is a mid 2010 2.66 500gb model. about to upgrade both ram and HDD. plan is either 500gb 7200rpm or 1tb 5400 or 750gb 7200 rpm. the drive upgrade is also the same kind of method. except it's not clip based, there's a locator screw. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 11:15, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! Great. I just order my 8GB of RAM which cost $39, and I should be doing this early next week. Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 5:32 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: no 1 pozi / phillips driver. you can use jewellers screw drivers which are very cheap or find your nearest computer store who may have micro screwdrivers. it's the best thing to do performing a memory upgrade, especially with memory prices getting better for certain machines. the memory for my macbook pro would cost me about 38 including delivery so when I get chance, that's what's happening. then an HDD upgrade. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 08:29, Ricardo Walker wrote: Ah! Great. BTW, do I need any special screw drivers? I Just ask because the screws seem mighty small to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 7, 2012, at 2:50 AM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: the upgrade is very simple in deed. it's a simple case of removing a set of case screws located under the macbook pro. the lid underneeth simply lifts off revealing the HD drive, logic board and ram, etc. the ram is held in place by 2 retention clips per stick, so simply touch the two retention clips and gently spread them so that the sticks pop up then remove them. remove the new memory from the packaging and then install. re install the lid with the screws and then reboot the laptop. please note the following... unplug the laptop from the mains and other conections you may have like ethernet cables, USB, etc and ensure your laptop is TURNED OFF. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 07:02, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hello list, I have a stock mid 2010 Macbook Pro. I want to upgrade the memory from 4 to 8GB of RAM. Has anyone on list done a similar upgrade? If so, How difficult did you find the task? Lastly, what tools did you use, and what advise do you have to properly do this? Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr
Re: can some one record the ipad live streaming coverage for me?
hi, usually, it's posted on apple's website as their annual post. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 17:56, Hank Smith wrote: hello I am going to be in school when the coverage of the ipad 3 starts. would some one please be so kind and record it for me? I don't want to miss any of it. the link was posted earlier. Hank -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: accessible iMovie?
you can download imovie 11 through the app store for a reasonable price. yep I know that feeling from years ago being visually impaired about 12 years ago. from the days of my youth where I used to enjoy working with AutoCAD and adobe illustrator for design. OH well. that's the past, today's the future. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 19:21, Eric Oyen wrote: I am looking to do the same. I have a sony HCR-DC52 handicam and it is hooked up to my mac as a webcam right now. I have some tapes that I need to transfer to disk. the only stumbling block is the cost of the new iLife package. I don't want all that other junk, just iMovie. currently I am running iMovie 08 which has some accessibility issues (it doesn't tell me the number of clips in the clip frame for instance) and most of the buttons are unlabeled. I can tell you, being a total and producing video is a lot harder than it was when I was simply a low partial. -eric On Mar 7, 2012, at 6:26 AM, Mike Malarsie wrote: I have been making YouTube videos in iMovie for a few months. What do you want to accomplish? Mike Malarsie On Mar 7, 2012, at 4:36 AM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: I am thinking of getting back into using iMovie. I have the older program (version '09) and the scroll areas are not accessible nor are some of the buttons. does anyone have any updated information about iMovie and using voiceover? -eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: My experience with the Mac
Hi Gigi, re office 2010, yes, there are issues with JAWS 13. the way to resolve this is to first, enable ribbon support in jaws, after that it's a bit of tweaking in jaws preferences to make it behave the way it needs to. Office 2010 has become bogged down with unnecessary junk. Microsoft has stated to me that they will not make office accessible on the mac platform as they believe they do not need to make the necessary changes for voiceover, in other words, they expect apple to change voiceover to suit microsoft apps needs. All I can say is to encourage your client to move to the mac and with some time and support, your client will get used to using a mac system including the OS and hardware. that's all I can say in fairness. take care and have a good day. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 19:56, Eugenia Firth wrote: Hi guys. I have this friend who recently decided not to switch to a Mac. She decided to get a Windows desktop, and she has Jaws 13 in it. So be@ this post is Mac related since my question for her is not, let me relay my experiences this weekend trying to help her set something in Excel. I had set up a file for her to use for doing invoicing. She is going to start working doing braille proofreading with one of my customers, and she asked me for help. I created her some examples, and the most important one to talk about here is Excel file I exported for her from Numbers. She called me on Sunday night to help her get an invoice turned in by the next day. Neither of us knew we were going to have the trouble we had. Sighted people had never complained that they couldn't read any Excel files I sent them, so I didn't expect any trouble. Jaws utterly refused to read the file I gave her. Thinking that Jaws wasn't using the proper configuration file under Jaws 13, we went looking for it. We never found it, although I think it's there. We gave up on the example file, and we called up Excel from the desktop, and Jaws started reading the thing just fine. We then typed up everything from scratch and saved the file. But, when she went back to read what she had saved, nothing. I ended up retyping her information again from my Mac, exporting the file, and sending it to her so she could turn it in. She bought Office 2010 downloaded from Microsoft. Does anybody know if they did something weird to it so it can't read these days with Jaws? I am so glad I got rid of that thing. She was so frustrated that I didn't even try to tell her how to set up Jaws to announce column and row headings. It's so much easier to set that in Numbers by using the header cokumns and header rows. She will be very grateful if any of you guys knows something she can try. She wants do this thing once a week. Since Office 2010 doesn't work on the Mac for us, I am suspicious that when Jaws was updated, the configuration file doesn't always work any more. Regards, Gigi On Mar 7, 2012, at 5:44 AM, erik burggraaf wrote: Hi, I don't have answers to all of your questions, but I have both Utorrent and adobe digital editions on my mac and they work great. As far as your wifi, have you been doing your updates for mac OS? If not, then I suggest you do them and see if that fixes your problem. That should help with facebook as well. As far as facebook goes, I have an account but really no interest in the thing. I had to teach it to a client last month though, so I know they are rolling out a new profile page. It's possible that things aren't working for you because we're giving you instructions using the old look, and you've been upgraded to the new one. Then again, it's entirely possible the mac just isn't for you. Personally, I want to self-mutilate every time I boot a windows machine. I'll never go back, even with nvda being free and effective. Windows performance is just painful. Best, Erik Burggraaf Currently on ebony promos: Ebony consulting on android accessibility, New drive imaging services available. To read more and subscribe, visit http://www.erik-burggraaf.com/mailman/listinfo/ebony-promos_erik-burggraaf.com Ebony Consulting toll-free: 1-888-255-5194 or on the web at http://www.erik-burggraaf.com On 2012-03-07, at 4:21 AM, Rahul Bajaj wrote: Hi friends, I don't post often here, but I regularly check all the posts. I have a question. I purchased my MacBook last July, so I've had it for more than 9 months. A few months ago, I installed Windows on my Mac with the help of Bootcamp. So, the issue is that I'm always tempted to use Windows instead of the Mac. This is because of the following reasons: 1. On many occasions, I get an error message saying that my Internet connection is not working properly. If I try using Windows for using the Internet at the very same time, then it works perfectly. And, even on the Mac, the Internet starts working perfectly after sometime, without me having to
Re: ftp clients?
Cyberduck FTP is a great product and it's free. I love it and use it for data handling between clients and main servers on sites and over the net any time. hasn't let me down yet. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 20:01, Matt Dierckens wrote: Hi. I was just wondering, are they're any decent ftp clients that we can use with VO? I'd rather not go into windows for just FTP. Matt Sent from my mac Twitter: matt692 msn and aim: matt...@live.com skype: blindman3221 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: ftp clients?
not to my knowledge but I'm sure there's a few of us here who can give you a quick walkthrough on how to use it. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 20:34, Matt Dierckens wrote: Also, for cyberduck, are there any tutorials on how to use it? Matt Sent from my mac Twitter: matt692 msn and aim: matt...@live.com skype: blindman3221 On 2012-03-07, at 3:08 PM, Brandon Olivares wrote: Hi, I use Transmit from Panic. It's worked really well for me. :) Brandon On Mar 7, 2012, at 3:01 PM, Matt Dierckens wrote: Hi. I was just wondering, are they're any decent ftp clients that we can use with VO? I'd rather not go into windows for just FTP. Matt Sent from my mac Twitter: matt692 msn and aim: matt...@live.com skype: blindman3221 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: My experience with the Mac
I fully agree with you there. The only reason I have to deal with windows is for diagnostics and repairs for clients, that's the way I make a bit of decent cash when work comes in. So I use windows XP Pro for most of it with a hush hush version of jaws and I'm not recommending it at all. it's the only way to do it as system access and NVDA can't work with the software I use on windows. But depending on how the next month goes, I may leave the IT sector completely and get back to my music life, it's been calling me. now that I've started my new life, I'm going back to what drives me crazy. in a good way of course. I'd stay with my mac any day. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 20:47, Eugenia Firth wrote: hi Rahul. I don't know if you guys are going to agree with me on this or not, but even though there are is System Access out there, for the most part, the accessibility of Windows is being handled by Freedom Scientific and G. W. Micro. Someone posted a survey result on this list once that said that about 70 percent of us have Jaws and a smaller number have WindowEyes. The cost of getting technology for us is getting ridiculous, and a lot of sates like Texas are setting some rigid restrictions on who can have it and who cannot. I'm just thinking that these companies providing Windows accessibility are really dependent more than Apple ever will be on the states. This was starting to make me uncomfortable about the future of Windows accessibility. Yes, I heard that Microsoft is adding a screen reader to Windows 8. But, hey, they are several years too late and, of course, behind Apple on that score. The good thing about specialized companies is that they can and do provide better on-the-phone assistance and training for us. Recently I was on the phone with Apple Care for an hour and a half and spoke to three different people about something that I think should have been simple. If I had a VoiceOver wise person on the phone, I think what I wanted could have been resolved in ten minutes or less. I ended up going for a Genius Bar appointment, and it took them no time at all to fix things. Having said that, I am willing to do what I can to make things better for us on Mac and IOS because I can't indefinitely support financially the cost of completely specialized technology. It's a vicious circle to keep up updates with Windows and with notetakers. My husband, when I was talking about ultimately having to replace my PacMate once asked me if I was going to work just so I could get my technology. For example, I figure I'll save myself $2,000 by replacing my PacMate with not iPad and a braille display. The iPad is a much better computer, too. Getting back to the Mac, I think we're in a transition here and we're going to need to be as flexible as we can be. For instance, right now I have to do PDF forms on that Vista computer in the other room. It wouldn't surprise me at all if down the road, that's not the case. Regards, Gigi On Mar 7, 2012, at 3:21 AM, Rahul Bajaj wrote: Hi friends, I don't post often here, but I regularly check all the posts. I have a question. I purchased my MacBook last July, so I've had it for more than 9 months. A few months ago, I installed Windows on my Mac with the help of Bootcamp. So, the issue is that I'm always tempted to use Windows instead of the Mac. This is because of the following reasons: 1. On many occasions, I get an error message saying that my Internet connection is not working properly. If I try using Windows for using the Internet at the very same time, then it works perfectly. And, even on the Mac, the Internet starts working perfectly after sometime, without me having to do anything. 2. I still haven't been able to figure out an easy and effective way of using Facebook on the Mac, and I use Facebook a lot, so this is a major issue for me. Even most of the methods that are known to work with VO don't work for me, so I often end up getting frustrated because of this. 3. As you all must be aware, there is no way of reading captchas on the Mac with VO. 4. I read books by downloading them through Utorrent with the help of Adobe Reader on Windows. I haven't yet been able to successfully download Utorrent on my Mac. And I haven't yet found any decent application for reading books on the Mac. So, those are my main concerns. I'd love to use the Mac like all of you, but I somehow can't find a way to deal with these problems. And I just don't find any major reasons for using the Mac instead of Windows. I mean, people say that it's far better than Windows and all, but I haven't been able to find even one accessible feature that is available on the Mac, but not on Windows. So, please do share your views and suggestions. Cheers, Rahul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group,
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
hi les, if you get stuck and need a hand off list, email me at fremacsforthebl...@gmail.com or on skype at freemacsfortheblind. I'm more than happy to help where I can. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 11:24, Les Kriegler wrote: Lou, thanks for all of the assistance. Although I've used Windows for years, I've never used it under a virtual machine, so I'm feeling more confident about going this route. I imagine I'll have additional questions once I get this set up. Les On Mar 6, 2012, at 2:59 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: yep. use the extended pro keyboard for JAWS based use and sharp keys for remapping. that will do the trick. 8gb ram on your machine will really help. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 05:52, Les Kriegler wrote: Lou, that's why I acquired 8GB of RAM. Now one final question. I'll run Jaws on the virtual Windows machine. Jaws uses the numeric pad, and I understand the Mac Keyboard on the iMac does not have a numeric pad. I'm considering purchasing a full-sized keyboard to replace the one that comes with the iMac and wonder if this is advisable? I also recall reading about SharpKeys, think I got that right, in order to remap keys for use in Windows, so not certain which is the preferred option here. Les On Mar 5, 2012, at 3:09 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: in the case of a windows 7 platform, especially 64 bit, allocate 4GB ram. if it was as an example windows XP then you could manage at 1GB, 2GB ideal, the same with windows Vista at 1.5 to 2GB ram due to it's graphical nature and added processes. for windows 7, 4GB on an 8GB ram system. solves the problem straight away. in my honest opinion, the very idea of using VMWare for intensive windows sessions isn't it's pure intention. VMWare fusion was designed as a windows platform host for general use and data acquisition, some graphical interface work, etc. not for Pro Audio Work, etc due to the requirements of the processors, RAM, disk management, etc and not the use of a virtual drive method. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 20:03, Ricardo Walker wrote: You believe allocating 2GB of RAM is sufficient to run an OS with a screen reader virtually? IDK, That sounds like the low side of acceptable to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 5, 2012, at 11:48 AM, Matthew Campbell wrestling.ch...@gmail.com wrote: Hi. 2 should be more than enough fore windows 7. Not unless you're doing something real intensive like audio/video editing or something of that nature. On 2012-03-05, at 9:39 AM, Les Kriegler wrote: Hi, First, I have 8GB RAM. So should I give 4GB to Windows 7? Also, do I already have BootCamp on the system I'll receive in order to create the driver DVD you reference? Thanks. Les On Mar 5, 2012, at 4:31 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: For the case of istalling VMWare, VMware is a mac app and run only in OS X. so install VMware fusion first. after VMWare is installed, create your new virtual machine, you can tune the VMWare machine to whatever spec you need, as long as you leave enough memory for OS X. so as an example if you're using a 4GB ram mac setup, your max for VMWare is 2GB. create a disk size about 50gb depending on the OS you wish to install. from there, it's pretty straight forward. it's a good idea at this point to open bootcamp and create a driver CD only, not to set up bootcamp. this may help depending on the nature of the OS and installation. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 01:22, Les Kriegler wrote: Okay, a question. When our IMAC arrives, I will be installing Windows in order to run with VmWare Fusion. Which should be installed first? In other words, should I install VmWare Fusion and be prompted to install Windows or should Windows be installed first and then VmWare? I have the latest version of VmWare, version 4, and Windows 7. Thanks. Les On Mar 4, 2012, at 1:00 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing
Re: Is the I phone 4s worth it?
you too? mine is packing up on me too. apple UK aren't willing to do anyting about it even 3 days out of warranty. they told me they can do a like for like replacement for a cost of £125. so am planning on the 4S for better support and speed. oh well, these things happen. a new day starts from now. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 13:56, Jenny Keller wrote: My 3GS is starting to act a little weird and I have the option to upgrade phones. Is the 4s really worth the money. If f you have one and you have an opinion please feel free to share it privately so we don'tcclog up the list. I will say that I use it for everything Sao it'll need to handle a lot of use with most of it's functions. Thanks for your help in advance. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Mar 5, 2012, at 9:52 PM, Eugenia Firth gigifi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes, I did a reminder; when I get time I need to delete all the extra ones I have right now. When I did this reminder with Siri without VoiceOver in memory, I was a little skeptical that I could get it done. However, luckily she said if I wanted it and responded to Yes. I have had the screen come up and have ahd to split tap on Confirm. If she would respond to Yes, that would solve that. Regards, Gigi On Mar 5, 2012, at 9:16 PM, Jessica wrote: I actually noticed that as well, but didn't disable voiceover, because I didn't think that was causing it. I always wondered what was causing it to get so hung up though; appreciate the tidbit. - Original Message - From: Gigi To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Cc: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, March 05, 2012 7:02 PM Subject: Siri and voice over coexisting not peacefully all the time Hi guys I just had an experience which I would like to bring up. I am having a lot of trouble with pressing the home key to get Siri, and basically crashing Siri. I started turning voiceover off to see if that would help and Siri does work better without voiceover in memory. The only problem might be if Siri brings up a screen that you have to use an voiceover is off. What solutions have any of you guys down for this? Regards Gigi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: My thanks to those at CSUN and on MacVisionaries and VIPhone!…
I like the skype idea very much. from a spoken aspect, it's a great way for us all to interact, share ideas and have a good time. life isn't always about being serious. live for today and the next. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 14:11, David Hole wrote: Hi. Yes, I think this lists helps many many out here :-) But a few things: - The subscription process should be done easier, so that people don't need to wait for being approved by an admin. - What about trying out the concept of Hangouts on Google+ in near future? Skype could also be a solution though... -David On 06.03.2012, Cara Quinn modelc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello All! I'd just like to take a minute to say thank you and acknowledge those listers whom took time and said hello at CSUN. I saw a whole lot of support for both these lists there, not only from listers themselves, but from venders / speakers as well. So to MacVisionaries and VIPhone members, know that we are known. :) You're being heard and know that what you say matters. To those I had the pleasure of meeting, thank you! -And I wish we could have spent more time chatting and getting to know one another. To those on these lists I haven't had the pleasure of meeting yet, be afraid, be very afraid!… ;) lol! just kidding of course… :) To those here, I haven't met yet, I look forward to more of your posts and interactions here. -Not only with me, but among yourselves as well. I always say that you are what makes these groups as successful as they are and I truly mean it! Without you we wouldn't have a community. So please continue to contribute your intelligence, your wit, and your kind assistance and respect to each other. when you do this, these qualities are what these communities become and reflect. So thank you All! Have a terrific day / evening, wherever you may be!… Smiles, Cara :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- Med vennlig hilsen / Best regards David Hole ! Veni, Vidi, Vici Phone: (+47)41121883 e-mail: balubathebr...@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.philip.hole Google+: https://plus.google.com/100753553426691598309/posts Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DeamonDavid Skype: BalubaTheBrave LinkedIn: http://no.linkedin.com/pub/david-hole/22/898/54 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Lion Installation Question
lol love that bit. well done. It's a straight foward Command F5 at bootup. from there, it's a pretty straight forward navigation. it's worth noting as an advisory that if installing lion, I'd recommend a clean install rather than an upgrade as there are some known bugs around regarding stability. so back up all your essential files or data you want to keep, then boot the lion installer, wipe the HDD and start afresh, this is of course assuming that your installation media ( OS X lion is on a DVD if burnt or mounted to a pen drive. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 19:37, Emilio Hernandez wrote: Hello everyone, Finally considering the King of the Jungle upgrade. When I start the install sequence, how can I unsure a variation of Voiceover is active, so I can monitor the installation process? If there is a step-by-step guide on installing Lion with Voiceover its reference would be greatly appreciated. Sent from my iMac Twitter: TheOrangeCircle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Upgrading RAM in a Macbook Pro
the upgrade is very simple in deed. it's a simple case of removing a set of case screws located under the macbook pro. the lid underneeth simply lifts off revealing the HD drive, logic board and ram, etc. the ram is held in place by 2 retention clips per stick, so simply touch the two retention clips and gently spread them so that the sticks pop up then remove them. remove the new memory from the packaging and then install. re install the lid with the screws and then reboot the laptop. please note the following... unplug the laptop from the mains and other conections you may have like ethernet cables, USB, etc and ensure your laptop is TURNED OFF. lew On 7 Mar 2012, at 07:02, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hello list, I have a stock mid 2010 Macbook Pro. I want to upgrade the memory from 4 to 8GB of RAM. Has anyone on list done a similar upgrade? If so, How difficult did you find the task? Lastly, what tools did you use, and what advise do you have to properly do this? Thanks. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: hybrid computing
the whole point of this is a net based sub operating system for sighted users. this won't support screen reader technologies for 2 reasons, firstly the compatibility of the graphics chip on the device to a system like jaws and secondly the legal ramifications concerning the installation of JAWS on the developer's hosts to then be included to each installation. this is something which would cost the developer an absolute fortune. from what I have heard through a fellow techie, it is actually possible to run windows XP directly on it's own on an ipad without using a server elsewhere. it requires some tweaking and a bit of technical knowhow but from what I understand it's completely possible. from my years in the IT sector, I've worked between windows, Mac OS, linux and unix and I have to say, there's always challenges, always different ways an OS will behave, it's limitations and inclusions, etc. oh well lol. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 01:22, Reinhard Stebner wrote: There is just one problem, Assistive Technology such as screen readers. I am not going to be able to access any of this stuff because I am unable to run a screen reader on it. From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Cheree Heppe Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2012 1:32 AM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: hybrid computing Cheree Heppe here: This sounds as if it may solve a number of problems. See article below. N Y Times Tech news for the week of Thursday 2/23/2012 Windows on the iPad, and Speedy By [7]DAVID POGUE You're probably paying something like $60 a month for high-speed Internet. I'm paying $5 a month, and my connection is 1,000 times faster. Your [8]iPad can't play Flash videos on the Web. Mine can. Your copy of Windows needs constant updating and patching and protection against viruses and spyware. Mine is always clean and always up-to-date. No, I'm not some kind of smug techno-elitist; you can have all of that, too. All you have to do is sign up for a radical iPad service called OnLive Desktop Plus. It's a tiny app -- about 5 megabytes. When you open it, you see a standard Windows 7 desktop, right there on your iPad. The full, latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer and Adobe Reader are set up and ready to use -- no installation, no serial numbers, no pop-up balloons nagging you to update this or that. It may be the least annoying version of Windows you've ever used. That's pretty impressive -- but not as impressive as what's going on behind the scenes. The PC that's driving your iPad Windows experience is, in fact, a farm of computers at one of three data centers thousands of miles away. Every time you tap the screen, scroll a list or type on the on-screen keyboard, you're sending signals to those distant computers. The screen image is blasted back to your iPad with astonishingly little lag. There's an insane amount of technology behind this stunt -- 10 years in the making, according to the company's founder. (He's a veteran of Apple's original QuickTime team and Microsoft's WebTV and Xbox teams.) OnLive Desktop builds on the company's original business, a service that lets gamers play high-horsepower video games on Macs or low-powered Windows computers like netbooks. The free version of the OnLive Desktop service arrived in January. It gives you Word, Excel and PowerPoint, a few basic Windows apps (like Paint, Media Player, Notepad and Calculator), and 2 gigabytes of storage. Plenty of apps give you stripped-down versions of Office on the iPad. But OnLive Desktop gives you the complete Windows Office suite. In Word, you can do fancy stuff like tracking changes and high-end typography. In PowerPoint, you can make slide shows that the iPad projects with all of the cross fades, zooms and animations intact. Thanks to Microsoft's own Touch Pack add-on, all of this works with touch-screen gestures. You can pinch and spread two fingers to zoom in and out of your Office documents. You can use Windows' impressive handwriting recognition to enter text (although a Bluetooth keyboard works better). You can flick to scroll through a list. Instead of clicking the mouse on things, you can simply tap, although a stylus works better than a fingertip; many of the Windows controls are too tiny for a finger to tap precisely. (On a real Windows PC, you could open the Control Panel to enlarge the controls for touch use -- but OnLive's simulated PC is lacking the Control Panel, which is one of its few downsides.) OnLive Desktop is seamless and fairly amazing. And fast; on what other PC does Word open in one
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
For the case of istalling VMWare, VMware is a mac app and run only in OS X. so install VMware fusion first. after VMWare is installed, create your new virtual machine, you can tune the VMWare machine to whatever spec you need, as long as you leave enough memory for OS X. so as an example if you're using a 4GB ram mac setup, your max for VMWare is 2GB. create a disk size about 50gb depending on the OS you wish to install. from there, it's pretty straight forward. it's a good idea at this point to open bootcamp and create a driver CD only, not to set up bootcamp. this may help depending on the nature of the OS and installation. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 01:22, Les Kriegler wrote: Okay, a question. When our IMAC arrives, I will be installing Windows in order to run with VmWare Fusion. Which should be installed first? In other words, should I install VmWare Fusion and be prompted to install Windows or should Windows be installed first and then VmWare? I have the latest version of VmWare, version 4, and Windows 7. Thanks. Les On Mar 4, 2012, at 1:00 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
in the case of a windows 7 platform, especially 64 bit, allocate 4GB ram. if it was as an example windows XP then you could manage at 1GB, 2GB ideal, the same with windows Vista at 1.5 to 2GB ram due to it's graphical nature and added processes. for windows 7, 4GB on an 8GB ram system. solves the problem straight away. in my honest opinion, the very idea of using VMWare for intensive windows sessions isn't it's pure intention. VMWare fusion was designed as a windows platform host for general use and data acquisition, some graphical interface work, etc. not for Pro Audio Work, etc due to the requirements of the processors, RAM, disk management, etc and not the use of a virtual drive method. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 20:03, Ricardo Walker wrote: You believe allocating 2GB of RAM is sufficient to run an OS with a screen reader virtually? IDK, That sounds like the low side of acceptable to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 5, 2012, at 11:48 AM, Matthew Campbell wrestling.ch...@gmail.com wrote: Hi. 2 should be more than enough fore windows 7. Not unless you're doing something real intensive like audio/video editing or something of that nature. On 2012-03-05, at 9:39 AM, Les Kriegler wrote: Hi, First, I have 8GB RAM. So should I give 4GB to Windows 7? Also, do I already have BootCamp on the system I'll receive in order to create the driver DVD you reference? Thanks. Les On Mar 5, 2012, at 4:31 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: For the case of istalling VMWare, VMware is a mac app and run only in OS X. so install VMware fusion first. after VMWare is installed, create your new virtual machine, you can tune the VMWare machine to whatever spec you need, as long as you leave enough memory for OS X. so as an example if you're using a 4GB ram mac setup, your max for VMWare is 2GB. create a disk size about 50gb depending on the OS you wish to install. from there, it's pretty straight forward. it's a good idea at this point to open bootcamp and create a driver CD only, not to set up bootcamp. this may help depending on the nature of the OS and installation. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 01:22, Les Kriegler wrote: Okay, a question. When our IMAC arrives, I will be installing Windows in order to run with VmWare Fusion. Which should be installed first? In other words, should I install VmWare Fusion and be prompted to install Windows or should Windows be installed first and then VmWare? I have the latest version of VmWare, version 4, and Windows 7. Thanks. Les On Mar 4, 2012, at 1:00 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
yep. use the extended pro keyboard for JAWS based use and sharp keys for remapping. that will do the trick. 8gb ram on your machine will really help. lew On 6 Mar 2012, at 05:52, Les Kriegler wrote: Lou, that's why I acquired 8GB of RAM. Now one final question. I'll run Jaws on the virtual Windows machine. Jaws uses the numeric pad, and I understand the Mac Keyboard on the iMac does not have a numeric pad. I'm considering purchasing a full-sized keyboard to replace the one that comes with the iMac and wonder if this is advisable? I also recall reading about SharpKeys, think I got that right, in order to remap keys for use in Windows, so not certain which is the preferred option here. Les On Mar 5, 2012, at 3:09 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: in the case of a windows 7 platform, especially 64 bit, allocate 4GB ram. if it was as an example windows XP then you could manage at 1GB, 2GB ideal, the same with windows Vista at 1.5 to 2GB ram due to it's graphical nature and added processes. for windows 7, 4GB on an 8GB ram system. solves the problem straight away. in my honest opinion, the very idea of using VMWare for intensive windows sessions isn't it's pure intention. VMWare fusion was designed as a windows platform host for general use and data acquisition, some graphical interface work, etc. not for Pro Audio Work, etc due to the requirements of the processors, RAM, disk management, etc and not the use of a virtual drive method. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 20:03, Ricardo Walker wrote: You believe allocating 2GB of RAM is sufficient to run an OS with a screen reader virtually? IDK, That sounds like the low side of acceptable to me. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 5, 2012, at 11:48 AM, Matthew Campbell wrestling.ch...@gmail.com wrote: Hi. 2 should be more than enough fore windows 7. Not unless you're doing something real intensive like audio/video editing or something of that nature. On 2012-03-05, at 9:39 AM, Les Kriegler wrote: Hi, First, I have 8GB RAM. So should I give 4GB to Windows 7? Also, do I already have BootCamp on the system I'll receive in order to create the driver DVD you reference? Thanks. Les On Mar 5, 2012, at 4:31 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: For the case of istalling VMWare, VMware is a mac app and run only in OS X. so install VMware fusion first. after VMWare is installed, create your new virtual machine, you can tune the VMWare machine to whatever spec you need, as long as you leave enough memory for OS X. so as an example if you're using a 4GB ram mac setup, your max for VMWare is 2GB. create a disk size about 50gb depending on the OS you wish to install. from there, it's pretty straight forward. it's a good idea at this point to open bootcamp and create a driver CD only, not to set up bootcamp. this may help depending on the nature of the OS and installation. lew On 5 Mar 2012, at 01:22, Les Kriegler wrote: Okay, a question. When our IMAC arrives, I will be installing Windows in order to run with VmWare Fusion. Which should be installed first? In other words, should I install VmWare Fusion and be prompted to install Windows or should Windows be installed first and then VmWare? I have the latest version of VmWare, version 4, and Windows 7. Thanks. Les On Mar 4, 2012, at 1:00 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
that's windows 7 and vista for you. the servers lock the codes down after 10 attempts. monitor after 3. fingers crossed you get this sorted. good luck. lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 18:02, Bill Holton wrote: It’s an upgrade version, and VM says to install the machine without the serial number, then do a Window’s anytime upgrade at which time you put in the serial number. This worked the last time I did this with Version 3x. But I did notice the two times I created virtual machines that the process seemed to take no time at all. The frist time I figured maybe Windows had not installed properly, tried it again, just as fast, but I didn’t delete the first VM first. Let me try it that way. But how can the tools install automatically if they need the VM disk to be in the drive if I have the windows disk in the drive? Am I better off installing Windows from the ISO file I got when I bought this upgrade version and leaving the VM disk in the drive? BILL HOLTON Email:b...@bholton.com Direct: 386-624-6309 Homepage:www.bholton.com Home Office: 1520 Loughton ST DeLand, FL 32720 From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2012 1:01 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Still trying to get Fusion running the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
a good recommendation here is to create an ISO or DMG version of the windows install disk, believe it or not it's actually fater doing the install this way. I have installers for windows XP Pro, Vista business and Windows 7 Dell OEM for quick access. works a treat lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 18:20, Matthew Campbell wrote: Hi. VMWare disc? You shouldn't need a VMWare anything. Just install fusion on you're Mac, install windows making sure the easy install option is checked, and wait patiently. Fusion should install the tools automagicly. The only CD that you might need is you're windows disc and that only to install windows. Once windows is installed, you can take out the windows disc and put it somewhere safe for the next time you might need to install windows. On 2012-03-04, at 1:02 PM, Bill Holton wrote: It’s an upgrade version, and VM says to install the machine without the serial number, then do a Window’s anytime upgrade at which time you put in the serial number. This worked the last time I did this with Version 3x. But I did notice the two times I created virtual machines that the process seemed to take no time at all. The frist time I figured maybe Windows had not installed properly, tried it again, just as fast, but I didn’t delete the first VM first. Let me try it that way. But how can the tools install automatically if they need the VM disk to be in the drive if I have the windows disk in the drive? Am I better off installing Windows from the ISO file I got when I bought this upgrade version and leaving the VM disk in the drive? BILL HOLTON Email:b...@bholton.com Direct: 386-624-6309 Homepage:www.bholton.com Home Office: 1520 Loughton ST DeLand, FL 32720 From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2012 1:01 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Still trying to get Fusion running the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email tomacvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups
Re: Still trying to get Fusion running
here's what to do. firstly when VMWare opens, you have the main VM suite window. your win 7 machine is going to be there so delete it. then quit, go to your DMware machines stored folder (usually in documents) and delete the VMWare machine in question. wipe from trash as well. now, relaunch vmware and start from scratch. lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 18:26, Bill Holton wrote: That’s how I tried it last night. Supposedly Windows got installed, I kept hanging with the install tools option. Was told I should try putting in the VM disk. Confused at this point and frustrated. GR. Wiped out my VMs but now now when I call up Fusion it still says I have a Win 7 machine installed. BILL HOLTON Email:b...@bholton.com Direct: 386-624-6309 Homepage:www.bholton.com Home Office: 1520 Loughton ST DeLand, FL 32720 From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Matthew Campbell Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2012 1:20 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Still trying to get Fusion running Hi. VMWare disc? You shouldn't need a VMWare anything. Just install fusion on you're Mac, install windows making sure the easy install option is checked, and wait patiently. Fusion should install the tools automagicly. The only CD that you might need is you're windows disc and that only to install windows. Once windows is installed, you can take out the windows disc and put it somewhere safe for the next time you might need to install windows. On 2012-03-04, at 1:02 PM, Bill Holton wrote: It’s an upgrade version, and VM says to install the machine without the serial number, then do a Window’s anytime upgrade at which time you put in the serial number. This worked the last time I did this with Version 3x. But I did notice the two times I created virtual machines that the process seemed to take no time at all. The frist time I figured maybe Windows had not installed properly, tried it again, just as fast, but I didn’t delete the first VM first. Let me try it that way. But how can the tools install automatically if they need the VM disk to be in the drive if I have the windows disk in the drive? Am I better off installing Windows from the ISO file I got when I bought this upgrade version and leaving the VM disk in the drive? BILL HOLTON Email:b...@bholton.com Direct: 386-624-6309 Homepage:www.bholton.com Home Office: 1520 Loughton ST DeLand, FL 32720 From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2012 1:01 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Still trying to get Fusion running the best thing I can suggest is to first off delete the virtual machine. then build a new machine. depending on how you wish to install windows, it will either ask for your serial number on the VMWare prompt or on install. start a fresh install. when windows has finished loading, it should automatically install the VMWare tools including boot support tools. it may be a hickup. what windows version are you installing and is it a retail disk you're using or OEM or custom? lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 17:52, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Install windows? On 4 Mar 2012, at 05:25 PM, Bill Holton b...@bholton.com wrote: Hi. I have the Fusion disk burned and in my drive. In the Fusion virtual machine menu it says there is windows is running. But if I try to install the tools I still hang. My wife says the screen is blank except a message that says boot manager is missing, press control alt delete. I have tried this, nothing happens. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email tomacvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http
Re: Finale or music editor for mac?
At present, through my knowledge on this area from the past to now, Finale will not nor has ever been accessible to blind users on the mac platform. this is the same for sibelius and other mainstream applications on the market today. the reason for this is rather simple.. The way most score programs work is through a use of graphics as a score reference and in some cases, score fonts, for a screen reader like voiceover to be able to understand a scoring application means an in depth coding, complete application rewrite and an engine to work with voiceover to handle score objects as a kind of dictionary so to speak. say, as an example you wanted access to a musical score by bach, you want to know each function of the score, from key and meter, to repeats, slurrs and so much more. the screen reader would have to interact with a window layout and then handle a dictionary engine for the graphics or score fonts to have a spoken meaning, to be interacted with where applicable or to be studied. then there is also the issue of braille output to a display. this means a little more work creating a transition between the application's own language, the standard music language and braille language. This is something I have had serious issues and concerns with over many years. At present, the only way to score blind is either using scoring software called goodfeel for windows in conjunction with other software by Dancing Dots who by the way used to make scripts for sibelius 3 which worked with JAWS 5.1 and above. from what I hear, there is a developer working on scripts for the latest versions of sibelius. I however don't have the reference to comment on the work, etc. this is the only way to do it. so if you're a mac owner, your best way is either fusion or bootcamp with windows running, JAWS and either goodfeel or sibelius. it is worth noting however that sibelius does not support braille output, though it does support speech based output for most functions. it is to my understanding an evolving project. lew On 4 Mar 2012, at 21:05, Daniela Rubio wrote: Hello All: Dos anybody know if Finale can be used in Mac in an accessible way, or is there an alternative to be able of doing advanced music scores editing? Thank you very much for your ideas! SALUDOS, DANIELA R.T. MACNETICOS, APPLE Y ACCESIBILIDAD A TU ALCANCE. EN TWITTER: @macneticos NUESTRO BLOG EN: www.macneticus.blogspot.com Y EL PODCAST EN:` http://macneticos.libsyn.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: A little spellcheck before pressing send please?
I agree this is being argued to death. OK I admit to some errors in posts, etc either through rushing through work, etc or having Blonde days and we're ALL guilty of it. It does however concern me that when reading a message with voiceover, a message with countless errors causes voiceover as you all know to miss pronounce a word or words thereby making them misunderstood. Some users may be communicating through a desktop or notebook and others through touch screen interfaces like the iphone and ipad, therefore it's rather easy to make errors through touch screen inaccuracies. Please do take all these points into consideration but at the same time, consider what the target audience is listening to or reading so that it can be understood. The english language is often taken for granted, bearing in mind that there are many users on this forum who are not english speakers as a first language. So from that position, let's treat each other with respect and an intellectual stand point. on a more amusing note, think of it this way, new words are invented every day, some which voiceover can pronounce, others it can't. like the welsh language. Voiceover can't even understand it let alone pronounce correctly as voiceover does not include a welsh dictionary component nor language set. I myself am not welsh but have come across pages where voiceover becomes garbled. in summary, let us all try at least to make our subjects and replies legible to the average reader as well as screen readers. with many thanks, the constantly puzzled lew. On 2 Mar 2012, at 10:49, Scott Howell wrote: Not to beat the topic to death, but knowing I'm not an English major and not great at spelling, I make every effort to send messages that sound as though I took the time to prepare them. Of course some of this comes from my professional world where we are expected to prepare messages that reflect thorough research etc. Even though we may begin to speak our messages etc. we should still take time to review them for accuracy and to ensure the message is clear. Oddly enough I have seen an increase in professional websites with spelling and grammatical errors and I'm not sure why this is. I for one really like the fact that I am alerted to the spelling errors I make or those errors where I have swapped letters. On Mar 1, 2012, at 11:55 PM, Louie P. (Pete) Nalda wrote: I think part of the problem is these silly smartphones without physical keyboards. That's what I was using today when I hit the letter y instead of the letter t. Android doesn't even have the decency to tell you that you've misspelled a word. On top of that, going back to edit is like looking for a needle in a haystack. It's why I promptly corrected myself when Ricardo asked me to repeat what I'd written. I don't know if IOS handles this any better, as my IPad is in the shop, but I'd venture a bet it does. Another problem is speech to text, which I've heard a lot of visually impaired users saying they like to use. Even if using Zoom only in Mac OS, you get a nice red line if you type something misspelled. So, I don't know, on my part, I don't judge too critically when I see typing errors. Your milage may very. On Mar 1, 2012, at 10:29 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Can we return to her original request? I agree. to speak frankly, not only is it that some people do not bother to spell check; but also, that they are thinking way ahead of what they're typing. As a result, they don't pay attention to the letters they are pressing on the keyboard. That makes for just plain sloppy writing, and, sometimes, you can't even read the message because the typing itself is inexcusably bad. Lucky this isn't one of those English grammar lists where one single space or letter or punctuation mark out of place and the moderator throws you off the list. I've never been on or read from such a list; but, I'm told they do exist. Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Mar 1, 2012, at 9:48 PM, Wes Smith wrote: Whoa! You. ARe. SMART I'm not sure I could do that!! :)On Mar 1, 2012, at 8:45 PM, Emrah wrote: I was born in French speaking Switzerland, so French is my mother tongue. My parents are Kurdish and immigrated from Turkey. I was taught German at school. My job is in English. The bottom line is that I can manage Turkish, one dialect of Kurdish, French and English. I am not fluent in German. I am a citizen of the world with my heart anchored in the USA. Cheers! On Mar 1, 2012, at 10:27 PM, Wes Smith wrote: What other languages do you know? What is your first? Just wondering. Thanks. On Mar 1, 2012, at 8:22 PM, Emrah wrote: Guys, For some reason, ever since I upgraded to Lion, VO announces me misspelled words when I read emails,
Re: if interaction went away
if the concept of the standard method of keyboard interaction were to Fade away then how would desktop and notebook users interact with voiceover? maybe if there was a more simplified rework of voiceover so that rather than long winded interaction proceedures to pages, objects and windows, we could have a more intuitive, single layer process. something like the old screen readers used to do. lew On 1 Mar 2012, at 18:16, Teresa Cochran wrote: I think interaction makes a lot of sense when using a keyboard, but it isn't quite so essential with a trackpad. I don't really see the concept going away, because so much more information is displayed with a desktop than with a mobile device. Teresa Nobody ever tells me anything!--James Forsyte, quoted in the Forsyte Saga On Mar 1, 2012, at 8:51 AM, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Hi there, Considering that OS 10.8 is supposedly going to be much like IOS in many respects, it occurred to me that perhaps we might see in 10.8 the vanishing of the concept of interaction. For those of us with Iphones, that might not be such a big deal; but, I just can't help wondering. How would y'all feel if the very concept of interaction, (something which we just do without thinking in Mac OS), were to go away? Bear in mind that I have no indications that interaction will be going away in 10.8; still, I thought it might be fun to see how the group feels about that. Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Wouldn't it be nice if Apple built a rugged version of the iPad?
Hey guys. it's me. again.. lol first off... colour software discussed yesterday has helped a heck of a lot. Secondly and my main point on this TADA! Wouldn't it be nice if apple could build a rugged version of the iPad? for someone like me working in heavy environments such as dusty sites or areas where grease, etc can be a problem, if apple could design a beefed up version? on the same point, a rugged version of the macbook pro. if anyone's ever dealt with Dell's pro series industrial laptops, sony's tough systems and Panasonic's Toughbooks, then it's a pretty reasonable standpoint... OK it's not an accessibility based issue as such but just a good idea. lol cheers guys. lew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Wouldn't it be nice if Apple built a rugged version of the iPad?
true something to consider. just going back to the days of the older powerbook laptops like the G3 pismo, etc, built like tanks yet easy to service and upgrade. lol lew On 29 Feb 2012, at 18:56, Ricardo Walker wrote: I couldn't see Apple changing their design standards for something like this. But, I bet someone has probably come out with a rugged iPad case? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Feb 29, 2012, at 1:22 PM, Mr. L. Alexander freemacsforthebl...@gmail.com wrote: Hey guys. it's me. again.. lol first off... colour software discussed yesterday has helped a heck of a lot. Secondly and my main point on this TADA! Wouldn't it be nice if apple could build a rugged version of the iPad? for someone like me working in heavy environments such as dusty sites or areas where grease, etc can be a problem, if apple could design a beefed up version? on the same point, a rugged version of the macbook pro. if anyone's ever dealt with Dell's pro series industrial laptops, sony's tough systems and Panasonic's Toughbooks, then it's a pretty reasonable standpoint... OK it's not an accessibility based issue as such but just a good idea. lol cheers guys. lew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Taking a signiture to use on an account which I already have created
when you create signatures in preferences, you first create the signature by VO to add signature which is found under the 2nd window in the signatures area. this then creates a signature file for you to go into the edit window. create your signature. this is automatically available. if as an example you have multiple accounts and want your signature on all accounts, navigate to each email address one by one and then tab to a field which will most probably say none interact with it and it will give your signature. select it and it's done. this will be the default signature for your account. sorry if it sounds a bit sketchy, had to answer but rushing around trying to find a digidesign 003 interface at a bargain price. lew On 29 Feb 2012, at 21:18, matthew Dyer wrote: Hi all, I have a siginiture created already, but want to use it for one of my accounts. I can not get it moved to the account to use it. I am using sl so the new command will not wrok. If I do mouse down on it and try to move to the account and mouse up nothing happens. Any ideas? Matthew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
any colour identifier apps for the iphone?
Hi guys. sorry for my short lived disappearance, had moved to another email address and as google groups doesn't allow quick switching, I had to unsubscribe from my old email to this one and await approval. anyway that's no problem. Does anyone know of any good colour identifier apps for the iphone? I ask as every so often I have to do some rewiring and testing and it would be handy for my iphone to help me out. any software around that could do that? ideally free if possible, or if not then don't mind covering the cost. lew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: any colour identifier apps for the iphone?
cheers. that's great. is this on the app store or somewhere else? lew On 28 Feb 2012, at 18:56, chris hallsworth wrote: Try Colour Reader which is free. Christopher H On 28/02/2012 18:27, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi guys. sorry for my short lived disappearance, had moved to another email address and as google groups doesn't allow quick switching, I had to unsubscribe from my old email to this one and await approval. anyway that's no problem. Does anyone know of any good colour identifier apps for the iphone? I ask as every so often I have to do some rewiring and testing and it would be handy for my iphone to help me out. any software around that could do that? ideally free if possible, or if not then don't mind covering the cost. lew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Color reader
just had the chance to test it and like the feel of it. will do most things. as I'm just going to use it for wiring markups, that will do just fine. cheers guys you're life savers. lew On 28 Feb 2012, at 19:13, Michael Malarsie wrote: There is an app called color reader, original I know. It works fairly well. It gets dark colors confused a lot though and jsut calls them gray. It is better than nothing though. Mike Malarsie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: any colour identifier apps for the iphone?
Hi Mike, I approved your request to my contacts list. if you're online on skype soon, up for a chat? just got hold of the app and it will do perfect. lew On 28 Feb 2012, at 19:49, Michael Malarsie wrote: It is in the app store. Let me know if you have trouble finding it and I will get you the name of the developer. Mike Malarsie On Feb 28, 2012, at 1:21 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: cheers. that's great. is this on the app store or somewhere else? lew On 28 Feb 2012, at 18:56, chris hallsworth wrote: Try Colour Reader which is free. Christopher H On 28/02/2012 18:27, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi guys. sorry for my short lived disappearance, had moved to another email address and as google groups doesn't allow quick switching, I had to unsubscribe from my old email to this one and await approval. anyway that's no problem. Does anyone know of any good colour identifier apps for the iphone? I ask as every so often I have to do some rewiring and testing and it would be handy for my iphone to help me out. any software around that could do that? ideally free if possible, or if not then don't mind covering the cost. lew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Purchasing an iMac
Hi there and glad to hear you're making the move to the mac. you won't regret it. I have used the elgato tv tuners and the software isn't exactly bad but has some accessibility issues. bearing in mind this was some time ago so things may have changed since. the included software allows you to record the programs you want to directly to the HDD without any issues, you can schedule recordings and so much more besides. an amazing bit of kit. they're reasonably priced so I'd give it a go in all fairness. I'm sure others will be able to advise better on this but thought I'd give my 2P worth lew On 27 Feb 2012, at 20:22, Les Kriegler wrote: Well, I've had it with our PC and am purchasing an iMac. I'd like to be able to record TV shows via a TV Tuner card. I was informed by the Mac sales rep that there isn't a card slot, rather, they offered me a device called the El Gato Eye TV Hybrid. It's supposed to work with both the Mac and PC platforms. Anybody know anything about this device, and equally important, any suggestions for recording TV programs and having access to program guides? Thanks. Les -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: more on status not being read in Mail
nothing new there. they always do that. unless they feel it's imperitive to contact you, they won't lew On 27 Feb 2012, at 20:33, M. Taylor wrote: Hello Kawal, I received what appeared to be an auto-reply from Accessibility acknowledging receipt of my email. Mark On Feb 27, 2012, at 4:08 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Thank you Mark for confirming that. For clarity sake and (if Donna doesn't mind me saying so) did you get any kind of response? As Donna says it's not a bug although this was what was discussed on list as I hate to be contradicted and if there is going to be an issue then I can be contacted privately although it would be silly to argue over that. Best wishes, Kawal. On 27 Feb 2012, at 03:12 AM, M. Taylor mk...@ucla.edu wrote: Hello, I did, indeed, report this bug to Apple. Mark On Feb 25, 2012, at 2:53 PM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Hello Donna. If you are usimg the latest update in Lion, what you experience is a bug or problem as Mark Taylor brought this to the list's attention when he installed the latest update. As I recall, he was going to write to Apple Accessability although I have no idea if this has been done as there were other list members doing the same. I'd suggest you write to the Accessability team at Apple explaining what you experience with the latest update in mail if you are using that. Kawal. On 25 Feb 2012, at 09:33 PM, Goodin, Donna dgoo...@umich.edu wrote: Hi again, all, It seems that the only thing that isn't being read is whether a message is read or unread. VO does announce if if I have replied to a message. this is really strange and very annoying. Cheers, Donna -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Interesting accessibility experience yesterday
the beauty for me regarding this is not only being able to walk in and road test newer apple hardware but also being able to demonstrate voiceover to apple staff or reseller staff as well as requests from companies who have been made aware that V.I. clients are coming to consider investing in a mac and ask me to demonstrate and train where required. Tea and biscuits anyone? yep... you can't get that with windows. a. that beautiful apple chime is always a reward for owning a mac. would be nice if we could be given the option of choosing the pitch of the apple chime to our systems. I say this from all my time working with older macs where each chip had a different sample and 2 in particular hold a certain sound passion for me. lew On 26 Feb 2012, at 19:16, Scott Howell wrote: Now ain't that the damnedest thing? Imagine that you would actually want to use a computer like everyone else. All kidding aside, is that cool or what? I did this in Best Buy where they have a small APple store inside and I even had a chance to play with the iPad and iPhone in the same way. I was really thrilled to be able to look at a product just like my wife or son. On Feb 26, 2012, at 11:37 AM, Gigi wrote: Hi guys Yesterday, I had a little interesting experience with accessibility. I was in the store that, among other things, sells computers. There's a whole bunch of windows computers, and Mac computers I wanted to look up something on the Internet, and I couldn't use the iPhone, but I was standing right next to where the computers were. So I walked up to this MacBook Pro, and press command F5, and looked up some information. Guys those Macintosh computers with the only computers and that whole place I could've used. Anyway let's give some applause to Apple for accessibility also, I've never been able in my whole life to walk up to a computer in the store and make it work. Regards Gigi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: utorrent and accessibility?
hey eric. good to hear from you. test and development engineers are able to implement both genuine apple and non apple systems as platform runners but from an official standpoint apple has put a stop to it in snow leopard. what folk don't realise on the hackintosh point is there is a speciality chip for security functions unlike a windows rig which is open end. this security chip is constantly being checked. so the hack isn't strong enough. not only that but since 10.6.6 that code was strengthened and as part of firmware updates, the security chip has extra protection measures as well as boot support from network master / sub systems. lew On 8 Feb 2012, at 03:20, Eric Oyen wrote: finding them hasn't been the problem.. finding the money to buy any of them is a very big issue. There is a reason that apple hasn't gone after folks like me. it is because that part of their EULA would be considered unenforceable. there is also a value in having people like me that have such a system setup: debugging and development. as for the USB issue, I wasn't aware of any Attack code written into the updater. guess I learn something new everyday. anyway, thanks for the input. -eric On Feb 7, 2012, at 6:56 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: that explains it. the reason you encounter the USB issue is due to the fact that apple deliberately created an attack code for Hackintosh systems Though I won't go into the ethics of it I strongly disapprove of hackintosh methods. not only is it not permitted by apple but it's also an issue of hardware dependancy. if you're looking for a mac capable of running snow leopard, may I suggest checking places like ebay for some of the earlier intel iMacs, macbooks, macbook pro's, mac mini's etc as you're bound to come across a system very cheap which will cater you officially and permit upgrades, especially where voiceover is concerned. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 23:26, Eric Oyen wrote: last time I tried to update to 10.6.8, I ran into the problem of my usb ports not working, which means no access to the machine. I will get some sighted help here, as I also happen to be a hackintosh user (I know, it is strictly outside the Apple EULA, but it is the only I can have accessibility without having to shell out for jaws and windows 7). still, I am saving up for either a new mac mini (core i7) or a mac book pro (used). btw, for those that will inevitably ask: I do own a legal (purchased directly from apple) a DVD of Snow Leopard. -eric On Feb 7, 2012, at 9:25 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: regarding utorrent. I use it myself and have no problems with it. please be advised to upgrade to 10.6.8 for better accessibility within certain app environments. I swear by utorrent for recovery data volumes and other software through official distributors like linux, etc. love it to bits. anyway enough from e. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 15:00, Wes Smith wrote: I'm not sure...it just works...didnt change any settings Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:40 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: ok, how did you manage this? I am running OS X 10.6.4 and all I get is the pulldown menus, toolbar items, empty scorell area and some frame elements. also, I attempted to register on the uTorrent forums and was faced with a shockwave flash captcha that won't play sound here. so? what settings must I change for accessibility to be usable? -eric On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:26 PM, Wes Smith wrote: Utorrent works fine for me, I can see everything Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 9:59 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: I used to use torrent as my default torrent transfer agent (torrent makes getting linux distress so much easier). the only problem is that I cannot find the details pane. I also can't tell when a torrent is done or not. this is so frustrating. it seems that the only torrent client that would be worth anything is reorient (A command line client) but I am missing some libs to make the packages here. anyone have any suggestions as far as other accessible torrent clients goes? both torrent and fuze don't display anything other than the toolbars and frame elements. -eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http
Re: utorrent and accessibility?
regarding utorrent. I use it myself and have no problems with it. please be advised to upgrade to 10.6.8 for better accessibility within certain app environments. I swear by utorrent for recovery data volumes and other software through official distributors like linux, etc. love it to bits. anyway enough from e. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 15:00, Wes Smith wrote: I'm not sure...it just works...didnt change any settings Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:40 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: ok, how did you manage this? I am running OS X 10.6.4 and all I get is the pulldown menus, toolbar items, empty scorell area and some frame elements. also, I attempted to register on the uTorrent forums and was faced with a shockwave flash captcha that won't play sound here. so? what settings must I change for accessibility to be usable? -eric On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:26 PM, Wes Smith wrote: Utorrent works fine for me, I can see everything Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 9:59 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: I used to use torrent as my default torrent transfer agent (torrent makes getting linux distress so much easier). the only problem is that I cannot find the details pane. I also can't tell when a torrent is done or not. this is so frustrating. it seems that the only torrent client that would be worth anything is reorient (A command line client) but I am missing some libs to make the packages here. anyone have any suggestions as far as other accessible torrent clients goes? both torrent and fuze don't display anything other than the toolbars and frame elements. -eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
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got it in one chris. I was going to write this up earlier but you've saved me time lol. VGA terminators are not exactly common place in the UK so is more specialist than consumer. that's the thing about graphics cards. people often think that a graphic card is output only. nope. it's both. as you rightly say, there are 2 control points from the GPU which sense a display. this includes display resolution and in certain cases manufacturer and identifier points. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 16:47, Chris Blouch wrote: The mac looks at sense pins on the VGA connection which is basically some resisters bridging certain pins together. So this is a passive detection and should work even if the monitor is not plugged in or turned on. Back in the day some sites sold VGA Terminators which was a little dongle with these resisters soldered to the right pins but every vendor I found nowdays no longer stocks them. You could make your own if you're handy with a soldering iron or know somebody who is, but I've never tried that. Extron part #26-106-01 seems to be the thing but I couldn't find anyone online selling it. List price from Extron is $60 just for that little piece. CDW sells something called a VGA terminator for $32 but gives no details so it's hard to say what it really is: http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/MINICOM-VGA-TERMINATOR-F-CATLINC-VGA/1681126.aspx so if somebody wants to risk $30 to give that a whirl, it would be nice to know there is a supplier. CB On 2/7/12 4:14 AM, Scott Howell wrote: You need to have the monitor connected, but not powered on. I am not sure about it being actually plugged into the wall, so give it a try. ENjoy your new Mini. I just purchased one and really like it. On Feb 7, 2012, at 4:12 AM, Don Breda wrote: Hi there. I am new to the list and don't have a mac yet but my mac mini is coming tomorrow. I have been concerned about this monitor issue and only just joined the list so my apologies in advance for a subject that has probably been beaten to death. 1. Do I need to have a nomitor connected? 2. If so does it need to have power applied and if so does it need to actually be turned on? 3. without a monitor how does the accessibility change? Does the screen layout in an application change, etc.? Thanks very much for this because I need to do some testing to make sure a program is accessible on the mac for my employer. Don On 2/5/2012 1:56 PM, Steve Holmes wrote: On Sun, Feb 05, 2012 at 04:57:49PM +, chris hallsworth wrote: Thanks Lu, ar I see. Well the Mac Mini I will possibly pass on then if VO requires a monitor. Well, the only issue I see without a monitor connected to the Mini is you have to force VO back on with the Commend+F5 key after logging in; minur nusince but I can live with it. For me, it was the money. I bought the Mini for $695 or so where the macbooks are well over $1,000 so I went the cheapest route possible for now. I just got into the Mac world about 3 weeks ago so maybe in the future with more money, I would expand the mac collection to include a powerful macbook pro or something. Just to note though, the lack of a monitor with a mac mini brings up only minor inconveniences in case you're trying to save some money. -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: mac mini and speakers?
that's nice. I'm toying with doing this with my mbp soon. could do with some decent sound. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 16:53, Chris Blouch wrote: If you want, you can also hook it up to a surround-sound home theater system and get all the 5.1 DVD goodness from your mini as well. The headphone jack is both an analog audio out and a digital optical out. CB On 2/7/12 8:56 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote: Yes it does but, there terrible little things. You will probably need to plug in speakers or use headphones. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Feb 7, 2012, at 7:41 AM, Angie Giltinan wrote: Does the mac mini have a built in speaker? I asked the apple reps at my local apple store, but can't seem to get a strait answer. Thanks in advance for all the help! Angie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: utorrent and accessibility?
that explains it. the reason you encounter the USB issue is due to the fact that apple deliberately created an attack code for Hackintosh systems Though I won't go into the ethics of it I strongly disapprove of hackintosh methods. not only is it not permitted by apple but it's also an issue of hardware dependancy. if you're looking for a mac capable of running snow leopard, may I suggest checking places like ebay for some of the earlier intel iMacs, macbooks, macbook pro's, mac mini's etc as you're bound to come across a system very cheap which will cater you officially and permit upgrades, especially where voiceover is concerned. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 23:26, Eric Oyen wrote: last time I tried to update to 10.6.8, I ran into the problem of my usb ports not working, which means no access to the machine. I will get some sighted help here, as I also happen to be a hackintosh user (I know, it is strictly outside the Apple EULA, but it is the only I can have accessibility without having to shell out for jaws and windows 7). still, I am saving up for either a new mac mini (core i7) or a mac book pro (used). btw, for those that will inevitably ask: I do own a legal (purchased directly from apple) a DVD of Snow Leopard. -eric On Feb 7, 2012, at 9:25 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: regarding utorrent. I use it myself and have no problems with it. please be advised to upgrade to 10.6.8 for better accessibility within certain app environments. I swear by utorrent for recovery data volumes and other software through official distributors like linux, etc. love it to bits. anyway enough from e. lew On 7 Feb 2012, at 15:00, Wes Smith wrote: I'm not sure...it just works...didnt change any settings Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:40 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: ok, how did you manage this? I am running OS X 10.6.4 and all I get is the pulldown menus, toolbar items, empty scorell area and some frame elements. also, I attempted to register on the uTorrent forums and was faced with a shockwave flash captcha that won't play sound here. so? what settings must I change for accessibility to be usable? -eric On Feb 6, 2012, at 10:26 PM, Wes Smith wrote: Utorrent works fine for me, I can see everything Sent from my iPhone On Feb 6, 2012, at 9:59 PM, Eric Oyen eric.o...@gmail.com wrote: I used to use torrent as my default torrent transfer agent (torrent makes getting linux distress so much easier). the only problem is that I cannot find the details pane. I also can't tell when a torrent is done or not. this is so frustrating. it seems that the only torrent client that would be worth anything is reorient (A command line client) but I am missing some libs to make the packages here. anyone have any suggestions as far as other accessible torrent clients goes? both torrent and fuze don't display anything other than the toolbars and frame elements. -eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email
Re: Hi
Hi chris, welcome aboard. you'll find the mac an easy OS to handle, voiceover as intuitive as windows and stable. If you need any help, feel free to ask whatever questions re the mac, voiceover, etc and we're all here to help. I'm a mac systems engineer and founder of a charity here in the UK called Free Macs For The Blind which caters for supply of working older macs for blind users who can't afford new technology. so have a background in system repairs and advanced maintenance / instalations. I use a macbook pro 2010 edition for all my contract needs from diagnostics to recovery work and love voiceover to bits. couldn't be without it. I'm using windows though on a separate system to run some tools of the trade but hey, computers are computers. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 10:29, chris hallsworth wrote: Hello all. I have just joined this list. Thanks to the owners for approving my membership. Much appreciated. I am here because I am thinking of getting a mac, purely for a change, as my next computer. I have been using Windows since 1997, and I am willing to take the challenge. If I can operate an iPod Touch or an iPhone, surely I can operate a mac. That's my philosophy anyway. So thought I would come here. -- Christopher H -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
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hey and good to hear from you. depending on whether you need a machine that's going to travel with you or a desktop solution, for me, I'd always recommend a macbook pro. I have the 15 model which is about to take a serious upgrade shortly. about to install 8gb ram and a 1tb drive for data storage, etc. so the macbook pro in my opinion is a solid choice. it's built like a tank, very comfortable and the keyboard feels like a dream unlike windows based systems. mind you I've grown up with laptops mainly as well as working with desktops both windows and mac. the mac mini is a really nice system to go for but there are a few slight disadvantages here as a few users have noticed. one issue is that the mac mini when using voiceover needs access to a monitor. this is a hardware and software issue but the cheat from what I notice is getting the apple DVI or VGA adaptor and connecting it, that way it finds a monitor port as a reference. if you want a machine that has a really warm sound to the speakers, I would also recommend the iMac. the speakers really do offer a nice balanced and warm tone. best thing to do is go into your nearest apple store and get a feel for each machine. be aware that apple store staff are not trained in voiceover and accessibility requirements other than basics. are you in the UK? if so, drop me a line off list at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'd be happy to help where possible. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 13:19, chris hallsworth wrote: Thanks Lu, that sounds interesting your job. Well done on that. Keep it up. While the mac technology is so expensive, you can see just why. Apple both designs and makes the equipment, instead of hiring out contractors to do the work themselves. Also, unlike the PC, you don't get any crapware, excuse the explicits, on a mac. So again, you can see just why they are so expensive. Christopher H On 05/02/2012 10:34, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi chris, welcome aboard. you'll find the mac an easy OS to handle, voiceover as intuitive as windows and stable. If you need any help, feel free to ask whatever questions re the mac, voiceover, etc and we're all here to help. I'm a mac systems engineer and founder of a charity here in the UK called Free Macs For The Blind which caters for supply of working older macs for blind users who can't afford new technology. so have a background in system repairs and advanced maintenance / instalations. I use a macbook pro 2010 edition for all my contract needs from diagnostics to recovery work and love voiceover to bits. couldn't be without it. I'm using windows though on a separate system to run some tools of the trade but hey, computers are computers. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 10:29, chris hallsworth wrote: Hello all. I have just joined this list. Thanks to the owners for approving my membership. Much appreciated. I am here because I am thinking of getting a mac, purely for a change, as my next computer. I have been using Windows since 1997, and I am willing to take the challenge. If I can operate an iPod Touch or an iPhone, surely I can operate a mac. That's my philosophy anyway. So thought I would come here. -- Christopher H -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com mailto:macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net mailto:freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net http://www.mac-access.net/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries
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the macbook air is designed to be a netbook computer in a sense. due to it's size, weight and lack of an optical drive, it's designed to go into a woman's handbag or briefcase, etc. in terms of speed it's got plenty of power to handle most general needs. If you think of the macbook air as a pocket computer but just a little bigger (like the days of the HP iPaq and others like it) then you're pretty much there. the macbook pro as it's name states is a pro laptop where all the hardware you need is available. the DVD+/-RW drive, USB's Ethernet and more are stocked in and can be as powerful as you like with larger screens from 13 to 17, with the option of antiglare displays, etc. the other beauty behind the macbook pro is user upgrades. the HDD drive installed on a macbook pro is a standard SATA hard drive and can be replaced, as well as RAM. the macbook air is reliant on solid state technology for a drive, thus no hard drive wining away or clicking, hence it's speed in terms of data throughput. depending on what you want to achieve with your notebook, the two main options are the macbook pro and macbook air. it's worth noting that the macbook pro can be tailor made to use SSD drives at expense to the user. as SSD is still a new technology, it's still rather expensive. either way, you're getting a mac that delivers results you can rely on. the macbook air is an instant on system because of SSD storage, so between powering on and desktop, that's a few seconds. then quick access to applications. however the CPU isn't as fast as say the new quad core macbook pro's or my dual core i7 system but it's horses for courses. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 13:43, Joanne Chua wrote: Welcome Chris. I'm pretty new Mac user myself, and i'm glad i make the switch. It wasn't as bad as i thought when i started, ones you get the logic of Mac OS and the way it works, its definitely way more advantage than Windows. I have the question tto the group though, what is the advantage of getting a MBA compare to MBP beside liter and doesn't have a optic drive, and how the two in compare in terms of speed? Thanks On 06/02/2012, Mr. L. Alexander turningbyto...@gmail.com wrote: hey and good to hear from you. depending on whether you need a machine that's going to travel with you or a desktop solution, for me, I'd always recommend a macbook pro. I have the 15 model which is about to take a serious upgrade shortly. about to install 8gb ram and a 1tb drive for data storage, etc. so the macbook pro in my opinion is a solid choice. it's built like a tank, very comfortable and the keyboard feels like a dream unlike windows based systems. mind you I've grown up with laptops mainly as well as working with desktops both windows and mac. the mac mini is a really nice system to go for but there are a few slight disadvantages here as a few users have noticed. one issue is that the mac mini when using voiceover needs access to a monitor. this is a hardware and software issue but the cheat from what I notice is getting the apple DVI or VGA adaptor and connecting it, that way it finds a monitor port as a reference. if you want a machine that has a really warm sound to the speakers, I would also recommend the iMac. the speakers really do offer a nice balanced and warm tone. best thing to do is go into your nearest apple store and get a feel for each machine. be aware that apple store staff are not trained in voiceover and accessibility requirements other than basics. are you in the UK? if so, drop me a line off list at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'd be happy to help where possible. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 13:19, chris hallsworth wrote: Thanks Lu, that sounds interesting your job. Well done on that. Keep it up. While the mac technology is so expensive, you can see just why. Apple both designs and makes the equipment, instead of hiring out contractors to do the work themselves. Also, unlike the PC, you don't get any crapware, excuse the explicits, on a mac. So again, you can see just why they are so expensive. Christopher H On 05/02/2012 10:34, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi chris, welcome aboard. you'll find the mac an easy OS to handle, voiceover as intuitive as windows and stable. If you need any help, feel free to ask whatever questions re the mac, voiceover, etc and we're all here to help. I'm a mac systems engineer and founder of a charity here in the UK called Free Macs For The Blind which caters for supply of working older macs for blind users who can't afford new technology. so have a background in system repairs and advanced maintenance / instalations. I use a macbook pro 2010 edition for all my contract needs from diagnostics to recovery work and love voiceover to bits. couldn't be without it. I'm using windows though on a separate system to run some tools of the trade but hey, computers are computers. lew On 5 Feb
Re: help! Lost my ability to see my Iphone in Itunes!
try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. if not, please let us know so it can be further investigated. lew next... restart iTunes. this will rebuild itunes. On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:15, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Subject line says it just about all. did a wireless synch and think I changed a ssetting or two using ITunes but cannot remember what I did. I now find that, no matter whether I plug my Iphone in to my Mac via the USB cable or not, even if I restart ITunes or my Iphone, I cannot see my Iphone at all. It just won't show up in the play lists table area. What ever to do? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: help! Lost my ability to see my Iphone in Itunes!
You're very welcome. this advice also applies to other applications which can either crash due to a settings change or behave erratically. just ensure you know your application and the prefs file associated with it. you can delete the file and the app on restart will build a new one ready for you to make the recommended or desired settings for your needs. you've just given me an amazing idea and I'm glad this came up. wait and see. check my new website in the near future. it's http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:53, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Yaye! That fix did the trick. thanks ever so much dude! Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 8:23 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. if not, please let us know so it can be further investigated. lew next... restart iTunes. this will rebuild itunes. On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:15, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Subject line says it just about all. did a wireless synch and think I changed a ssetting or two using ITunes but cannot remember what I did. I now find that, no matter whether I plug my Iphone in to my Mac via the USB cable or not, even if I restart ITunes or my Iphone, I cannot see my Iphone at all. It just won't show up in the play lists table area. What ever to do? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: I phone not Syncing wirelessly.
the fix in your case is the following. perform the steps highlighted below to rebuild itunes... try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. after this, make a backup of your iphone. now when itunes has rebuilt itself do the following: perform a reset. in this instance allow it to back up all data. when the reset has booted your iphone, set up as a new phone and not a backup. there is a clear reason for this. the backup feature also contains all data to the phone including your previous settings and where sometimes known, certain bugs. when your iphone has finished restoring and you set up your phone, do your usual settings, then merge your address book contacts and other data, etc. if you have apps associated, send them from itunes as a new instance. when setting up wireless sync, etc you should then be pretty much OK as long as you set up the phone to your router / base station, etc with the usual settings. this should solve the issue. if not, let me know. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:35, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I have the opposite problem that my I phone will not sync wirelessly even though the box in Itunes is checked. This happened when I had to reset my I phone 4S. Any ideas? On 5 Feb 2012, at 02:23 PM, Mr. L. Alexander turningbyto...@gmail.com wrote: try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. if not, please let us know so it can be further investigated. lew next... restart iTunes. this will rebuild itunes. On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:15, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Subject line says it just about all. did a wireless synch and think I changed a ssetting or two using ITunes but cannot remember what I did. I now find that, no matter whether I plug my Iphone in to my Mac via the USB cable or not, even if I restart ITunes or my Iphone, I cannot see my Iphone at all. It just won't show up in the play lists table area. What ever to do? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help
Re: help! Lost my ability to see my Iphone in Itunes!
Hi guys. this has just come to light that the following fix only works with OS 10.4 through 10.6. As OS X 10.7 has a flaw where the prefs files for itunes are no longer visible to the OS, this particular file set cannot be wiped or changed. I am investigating this issue through our iMac 2011 build to test for a resolution. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 15:26, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Hey, no prob at all Lue. In fact, I was able to solve an issue with my Skype voice mail by deleting: ~/Library/Applications Support/Skype/Shared.xml. Skype has issues on their end they need to work out but thought you might like the added info. Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 9:08 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: You're very welcome. this advice also applies to other applications which can either crash due to a settings change or behave erratically. just ensure you know your application and the prefs file associated with it. you can delete the file and the app on restart will build a new one ready for you to make the recommended or desired settings for your needs. you've just given me an amazing idea and I'm glad this came up. wait and see. check my new website in the near future. it's http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:53, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Yaye! That fix did the trick. thanks ever so much dude! Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 8:23 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. if not, please let us know so it can be further investigated. lew next... restart iTunes. this will rebuild itunes. On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:15, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Subject line says it just about all. did a wireless synch and think I changed a ssetting or two using ITunes but cannot remember what I did. I now find that, no matter whether I plug my Iphone in to my Mac via the USB cable or not, even if I restart ITunes or my Iphone, I cannot see my Iphone at all. It just won't show up in the play lists table area. What ever to do? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old
Re: help! Lost my ability to see my Iphone in Itunes!
thank you for that. that's brilliant. As I'm running snow leopard. I'm not interested in moving to lion until they iron out the speech synth issues and certain other bugs I've no time or patience for. in my work I don't have time to faff around. time's money lol. I'll get hold of tinkertool and put that on my toolbox. I have similar apps like onyx, deeper and cocktail for OS X 10.7 and earlier but if tinkertool can offer better support then I'll investigate that now. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 17:53, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Actually, I would like to state that I'm using 10.7.3 and yet, I was able to delete the files you specified. How, easy. I used Tinker Tool to expose the ~/Library/preferences folder and once there, I deleted the files you indicated. Yes, it's true that in 10.7, the ~/Library/Prefs folder is hidden; however, there are ways in which it can be exposed and manupulated. HTH. Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 10:48 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi guys. this has just come to light that the following fix only works with OS 10.4 through 10.6. As OS X 10.7 has a flaw where the prefs files for itunes are no longer visible to the OS, this particular file set cannot be wiped or changed. I am investigating this issue through our iMac 2011 build to test for a resolution. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 15:26, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Hey, no prob at all Lue. In fact, I was able to solve an issue with my Skype voice mail by deleting: ~/Library/Applications Support/Skype/Shared.xml. Skype has issues on their end they need to work out but thought you might like the added info. Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 9:08 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: You're very welcome. this advice also applies to other applications which can either crash due to a settings change or behave erratically. just ensure you know your application and the prefs file associated with it. you can delete the file and the app on restart will build a new one ready for you to make the recommended or desired settings for your needs. you've just given me an amazing idea and I'm glad this came up. wait and see. check my new website in the near future. it's http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:53, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Yaye! That fix did the trick. thanks ever so much dude! Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Feb 5, 2012, at 8:23 AM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: try the following plan of attack. first... quit iTunes. go to the following location: /users/USER/library/preferences. now select com.apple.itunes.plist and com.apple.itunesHelper.plist delete these two files. close the window. launch itunes and this should resolve the error. if not, please let us know so it can be further investigated. lew next... restart iTunes. this will rebuild itunes. On 5 Feb 2012, at 14:15, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Subject line says it just about all. did a wireless synch and think I changed a ssetting or two using ITunes but cannot remember what I did. I now find that, no matter whether I plug my Iphone in to my Mac via the USB cable or not, even if I restart ITunes or my Iphone, I cannot see my Iphone at all. It just won't show up in the play lists table area. What ever to do? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net
Re: Hi
let us hope that this comes to fruition and resolves users needs. many thanks for reporting this update. have a great evening lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 18:42, Steve Holmes wrote: On Sun, Feb 05, 2012 at 01:33:23PM +, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: the mac mini is a really nice system to go for but there are a few slight disadvantages here as a few users have noticed. one issue is that the mac mini when using voiceover needs access to a monitor. this is a hardware and software issue but the cheat from what I notice is getting the apple DVI or VGA adaptor and connecting it, that way it finds a monitor port as a reference. I am happy to report that after complaining/reporting to Apple tech support this issue, their engineers confirmed this observation and indicated to the rep that they would try to fix this issue with a subsequent update to Lion. I learned this on the same day that 10.7.3 came out so I suspect it might be some time before we see the actual fix. I hope they deem it important enough to take seriously and actually put in place. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: my itunes is terrible since updating Lion.
in an update to this, these files can be found but an application called tinkertool is needed to uncover the hidden files. tinkertool can be found here: http://bresink.de/osx/0TinkerTool/download.php5 please be aware that if you show all files including hidden files, you will see critical used files for OS X. these MUST NOT be touched unless you are a competent systems technician or administrator with recovery experience. when you load this software, simply copy the tinkertool app to your applications folder. from here, run it, it will display a welcome and warning notice in 1 stating that the software can make changes to the system which if used incorrectly can harm OS X. the only area to tick is the first box saying Show hidden and system files once done, close the app and restart OS X for changes to take effect. you may also log out and log in to apply changes. Please be aware that on your desktop you will see additional files. Don't delete or touch them. go to /users/USER/library/preferences (/libary/preferences is a hidden folder for a reason) now that you are able to gain access to this, now remove the two following files... com.apple.itunes.plist com.apple.itunesHelper.plist. close the window go back to applications and launch tinkertool. uncheck show hidden and system files quit the app, log out and log back in. now relaunch itunes. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A FIX ONLY FOR OS X 10.7 ONWARDS DUE TO THE WAY THE FINDER WORKS WITH FILE SECURITY! other than the additional steps of using tinker tool in OS X 10.7 upwards, the proceedure is pretty much the same for earlier versions. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 20:24, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Well everyone, My itunes is terrible since updating to the latest version of Lion and as Lew has explained to you all Ithe necessary files can't be found to correct Itunes. I'm still waiting to see if anyone's Itunes has been affected. All I want to do is to get my I phone 4S to sync wirelessly when I format the phone to get it working again as it should. I simply can't understand why Itunes should be fine yesterday and today it's frankly crap excuse the language. Kawal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: my itunes is terrible since updating Lion.
not a problem. will do when I'm back from a site job. had a bit of a scare on the macbook pro earlier. I set up a new folder structure and it had a bit of a fit. sorted now at last. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 21:42, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Hello Lewis. I followed some of your instructions such as downloading the software, installing and restarting my Mac Book Pro. Now I have trouble locating the correct files as Voice Over will not read the folder structure properly. I am rather worried about deleting the wrong files so tomorrow (as it's quite late here) if you could help me to relocate the files in an effort to complete the process and get Itunes back to normal. I'd appreciate it. Thanks. Kawal. On 5 Feb 2012, at 20:59, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: in an update to this, these files can be found but an application called tinkertool is needed to uncover the hidden files. tinkertool can be found here: http://bresink.de/osx/0TinkerTool/download.php5 please be aware that if you show all files including hidden files, you will see critical used files for OS X. these MUST NOT be touched unless you are a competent systems technician or administrator with recovery experience. when you load this software, simply copy the tinkertool app to your applications folder. from here, run it, it will display a welcome and warning notice in 1 stating that the software can make changes to the system which if used incorrectly can harm OS X. the only area to tick is the first box saying Show hidden and system files once done, close the app and restart OS X for changes to take effect. you may also log out and log in to apply changes. Please be aware that on your desktop you will see additional files. Don't delete or touch them. go to /users/USER/library/preferences (/libary/preferences is a hidden folder for a reason) now that you are able to gain access to this, now remove the two following files... com.apple.itunes.plist com.apple.itunesHelper.plist. close the window go back to applications and launch tinkertool. uncheck show hidden and system files quit the app, log out and log back in. now relaunch itunes. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A FIX ONLY FOR OS X 10.7 ONWARDS DUE TO THE WAY THE FINDER WORKS WITH FILE SECURITY! other than the additional steps of using tinker tool in OS X 10.7 upwards, the proceedure is pretty much the same for earlier versions. lew On 5 Feb 2012, at 20:24, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Well everyone, My itunes is terrible since updating to the latest version of Lion and as Lew has explained to you all Ithe necessary files can't be found to correct Itunes. I'm still waiting to see if anyone's Itunes has been affected. All I want to do is to get my I phone 4S to sync wirelessly when I format the phone to get it working again as it should. I simply can't understand why Itunes should be fine yesterday and today it's frankly crap excuse the language. Kawal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Re: verifying/connecting mba to wifi in recovery mode
I appreciate the information on this. just in case I have to deal with an iMac in the office mum uses for her ork. as it's a new iMac it doesn't ship with recovery media for reflashing, etc. we have both wireless and wired ethernet throughout so shouldn't be a problem. my question is, with a cable ethernet connection, is it still accessible to perform a full rebuild of the OS and apps? lew On 4 Feb 2012, at 20:23, Daniel Miller wrote: Hi, Unfortunately, your machine won't be connected to Wifi by default when you boot the recovery partician. To add to the unfortunate news, VoiceOver is unable to access the Wifi menu at the top right of the menubar so you can connect to a network. The only way for a visually impaired person to reinstall using recovery mode is through an ethernet cable. I've contacted apple about this countless times, and the most recent response I've gotten is that they're investigating a possible fix. They had no idea this couldn't even be done with VoiceOver. -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anouk Radix Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 2:19 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: verifying/connecting mba to wifi in recovery mode Hi everyone, I want to completely reinstall lion on my macbook air that came preinstalled with it. I turned off disk encryption and was able to open the recovery partition while booting by pressing command+r. The help document states though that, ifyou want to reinstall, you have to be connected to the internet. I am not sure if the computer is connected or how i can connect because i cant read the status menu (command+2x m). I know my laptop is normally connected to wifi but am not sure if these settings are stored on the recovery disk as well. How can i check if the machine is connected and connect it manually if it is not/ Or is it not needed after all if you just want a standard reinstall? Thanks in advance for any information, Greetings, Anouk, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: verifying/connecting mba to wifi in recovery mode
from hat I understand, the recovery drive is accessible. if someone can confirm this here, that would be great. the only reasons an online recovery would be used is if the entire drive has failed and a new drive installed or corrupt recovery partition, etc is found. then it's time for the big guns. lew On 4 Feb 2012, at 21:20, Anouk Radix wrote: Hi, well that sucks, is internet absolutely neccessary in order to make a clean osx install? I thought the os x reinstallation stuff would be on that second hidden partition of my drive. Greetings, Anouk, On Feb 4, 2012, at 9:35 PM, Daniel Miller wrote: Hi, When connected with Ethernet, yes. You just don’t have the ability to connect to a wireless network with VoiceOver Also, since the Macbook air doesn’t have an Ethernet port standard, you’ll have to shell out $29 for their adaptor. From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 2:27 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: verifying/connecting mba to wifi in recovery mode I appreciate the information on this. just in case I have to deal with an iMac in the office mum uses for her ork. as it's a new iMac it doesn't ship with recovery media for reflashing, etc. we have both wireless and wired ethernet throughout so shouldn't be a problem. my question is, with a cable ethernet connection, is it still accessible to perform a full rebuild of the OS and apps? lew On 4 Feb 2012, at 20:23, Daniel Miller wrote: Hi, Unfortunately, your machine won't be connected to Wifi by default when you boot the recovery partician. To add to the unfortunate news, VoiceOver is unable to access the Wifi menu at the top right of the menubar so you can connect to a network. The only way for a visually impaired person to reinstall using recovery mode is through an ethernet cable. I've contacted apple about this countless times, and the most recent response I've gotten is that they're investigating a possible fix. They had no idea this couldn't even be done with VoiceOver. -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anouk Radix Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 2:19 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: verifying/connecting mba to wifi in recovery mode Hi everyone, I want to completely reinstall lion on my macbook air that came preinstalled with it. I turned off disk encryption and was able to open the recovery partition while booting by pressing command+r. The help document states though that, ifyou want to reinstall, you have to be connected to the internet. I am not sure if the computer is connected or how i can connect because i cant read the status menu (command+2x m). I know my laptop is normally connected to wifi but am not sure if these settings are stored on the recovery disk as well. How can i check if the machine is connected and connect it manually if it is not/ Or is it not needed after all if you just want a standard reinstall? Thanks in advance for any information, Greetings, Anouk, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en
query regarding accessibility of MSN messenger for mac latest build
Hi folks. just a quick enquiry. does anyone here know if the latest version of MSN messenger for mac is voiceover supported or accessible to a degree? I ask as I'm not a real fan of adium and looking for a cross platform communications client between windows and mac where I need to bounce messages between myself and clients / assistants, etc. any help would be greatly appreciated. also on a side note and though not part of the listing method, is there anyone here who has used jaws and has a copy they no longer use? lew Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: lost contacts
Hi wayne, I'm happy to help. firstly mount your iphone to itunes as normal, you then navigate to your iphone and then go to the info tab. it's a good idea to check if your contacts from your address book are being synced. if not, check the box for Sync address book contacts then go to apply then sync. if this doesn't work then go to your address book, check to see if you have all your contacts stored there and then go back to itunes. if there's a problem. go down to the advanced part of the info tab and check addres book. then apply and then sync. this should solve it Please don't take this thread over as my query may not be answered. instead, please repost this query if you are unhappy to the macvisionaries email.address with a new subject header. thanks in advance. lewis On 2 Feb 2012, at 21:19, Wayne Coles wrote: hi list can somebody please help me only my iPhone has no contacts so how do i get my contacts back and has far as i know nothing as changed so again please help as i am in the use and need my contacts to ring home in the uk thanks in advance waynec On 2 Feb 2012, at 21:00, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: Hi folks. just a quick enquiry. does anyone here know if the latest version of MSN messenger for mac is voiceover supported or accessible to a degree? I ask as I'm not a real fan of adium and looking for a cross platform communications client between windows and mac where I need to bounce messages between myself and clients / assistants, etc. any help would be greatly appreciated. also on a side note and though not part of the listing method, is there anyone here who has used jaws and has a copy they no longer use? lew Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: ...Regarding the Change.
Oh well. a nice bit of SPAM. with chips oh dear lew On 29 Jan 2012, at 11:41, Ricardo Walker wrote: Um, Ok? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 29, 2012, at 5:47 AM, Divyanka Sharma wrote: Get onboard to save Environment and be a change maker….We don’t celebrate World Environment day only on 5th June but on each and every day. This year we are planning to plant 10 million (One Crore) saplings. Join us as we raise our concerns and act to save Mother Nature for better present and future. You can devote as less as one hour, a weekend or can work online from any part of the globe together with no time barrier. Walk to work; take a baby step toward Green Lifestyle. Green Yatra is a NGO registered and associated with Planning Commission, Government of India and United Nation … Assists us in our various projects like.. Zaroorat- A Need: Works on a premise that one man’s waste can be another man’s richness. You can donate your old Clothes, Toys, Stationary, shoes, computers, utensils etc. in our collections centers. These items will be collected, sorted, repaired, sewed, packed and distributed to poor and needy people throughout India. We need your help to setup collection boxes in residential housing societies, shopping centers, malls, corporate parks, Schools, colleges and industrial areas. Plant a Tree, Plant a New Life…. And we will do it for You: We conduct Tree Plantation Drive Anywhere /Any location, as tree plantation in Office Premises, Housing Societies, Schools, Colleges and any such other places on invitation. Assist us in tree plantation and organize a collective tree-planting effort for your family. Go GREEN Kids: is a Free Environment Education initiative for children aged between 6- 18 years. It has the support of approximately 10 million students in various schools across India. We need your help to make it 50 million students. Be GREEN; adopt GREEN lifestyle and inspire to your friends, family and teachers for the same. Go GREEN Ganesha: is a fight against Plaster of Paris (PoP) made Ganesha idols. It has support of many prominent persons including MPs, MLA and Social workers. We had also associated with DNA Newspaper and RED FM for awareness campaign. We need your help to make people aware about harmful impact of PoP Idols on human life, marine life and environment. Clean up drive: Making our city Clean and Green. Help us to organize a neighborhood clean-up drive. DON'T wait to change to happen…BE THE CHANGE, BECOME THE CHANGE MAKER….BRING THE CHANGE….So dear Friends support The CHANGE… BE the PART of our organization…. SPREAD this to all your near and dear ones. Every activity matters ….few of our pictures can be seen at https://picasaweb.google.com/greenyatra09. For Volunteership kindly send us the filled details at w...@greenyatra.org Name Email: Mobile Location: Area of Interest: WE DEPEND ENTIRELY ON DONATIONS and receive no money from governments or corporations. Our dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way. All donations to Green Yatra are tax exempted u/s 80G of the Income Tax Act 1961. Thank you for taking out time to read our e-mail and we believe our joint effort would make a difference to our Mother Nature. We hope to receive a favorable reply. For any query write us at i...@greenyatra.org or Visit us on: www.greenyatra.org and Join us on: www.facebook.com/greenyatra -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Founder: Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct Contact: 07936 877500. WEBSITE: http://freemacsfortheblind.wordpress.com. Twitter: @macsfortheblind. Skype: freemacsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
My sympathy is with you good friend. All I can say is to be strong and treat each day as the last day, do whatever you can and achieve a positive way of life. keep smiling and enjoy life. lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 15:26, Jennifer Perdue wrote: I agree with you Lou. The only reason that I participate on Facebook at all is to watch from afar, my thirteen-year-old son who lives in a different city and who was adopted by my parents. They bullied me into the adoption and now treat me as if I was just the uterus from which he came. I have no contact with him so all I can do is watch from afar and pray that he is all right. Not the best situation but it's the best i can do. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 3:52 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: I never understood the point of facebook either. Still don't. OK there's a business use to it and a marketing resource to it but other than that it's a dangerous tool designed for people with dangerous minds who are capable of inflicting harm on others. It's sad to live in a world where the internet is the latest weapon in oppression and torture. Why can't people just be reasonable? I openly refuse to use facebook as it's just a waste of time and it's open to abuse. as an example, if I advertised my project on facebook, I'd be open to attacks, spam and much more. so it's something I don't need in life where more important things take precedence including the care of my mum who was diagnosed with cancer and the running of my IT services, training sector and the freemacs for the blind project. just my £2.50 + VAT worth lol lew On 26 Jan 2012, at 21:11, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I find Face book and the whole social network boring as I can't imagine any one being interested in my little life. On 26 Jan 2012, at 08:09 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: I thought it was just me:) I hardly understand Facebook but I'm trying it out for the time being. I kind of think it's stupid so far. Oh well. I guess I'm just boring. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 10:12 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I do not understand the purpose of Twitter either or what to do with it. On 26 Jan 2012, at 03:50 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, Could someone explain the purpose of twitter and what it does. Also, could someone tell me the easiest ap of whatever you would use to use twitter. Who would I follow? I am not sure what you do with it? Thanks for your patience. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 5:55 AM, Red.Falcon wrote: Just for peoples info if you have the original facetab that is now menutab and you will have to remove facetab and put in the trash and empty it before getting menutab! hth Colin On 26 Jan 2012, at 10:12, Krister Ekstrom wrote: Hi, I use an app called Menutab pro available from the App store. What's good with this app is that you can both get the mobile and the desktop versions of Facebook in the app and toggle between them as you like. The buttons are now clearly labeled and the app, although in the menus normally only reachable by using the physical mouse has a short cut key (by default it's control+f) to reach the app. I like it very much. HTH /Krister 25 jan 2012 kl. 22:32 skrev Kirsten Edmondson: Hi, I have recently discovered the plethora of fb aps for the IPhone, so I was wondering are the same aps apply for the Mac, or are there similar versions? I just go to the m.facebook webpage currently, but wondered if I could make it easier for myself. Thanks. Kirsten. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
I honestly couldn't even consider using my iphone for internet use. I don't know, I just feel more comfortable with a keyboard than typing addresses to a touch screen. OK the ipad's pretty decent but again a laptop like my macbook pro does me justice everywhere I am. Twitter to me is a decent tool and I have to admit it's pretty funny too. if you're following someone and they happen to have others with warped or insane humour, it's a good thing so if you need cheering up it's a bloomin good idea. I can't believe the weather here has changed from decent to freezing cold, heavy rain and hail stone. good thing I came home early from a job. lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 15:57, Søren Jensen wrote: Well, the point of Facebook is the same as the point of Twitter: Sharing what you're doing and keep in touch with your friends. :) I don't like Facebook for lots and lots of reason, but I really like Twitter cause it's simple and accessible. I love how my Mac and iPhone works together with twitter, and I like the fast way to read the news. I haven't got used to all twitters features yet though. If Facebook was more accessible, I might use it just a bit, since all people here in my country use it all the time. Some peoples life is even stored on Facebook and they can't live without it. I wish people here would switch to Twitter or something more accessible, but Facebook is what people enjoy here, because all their friends are on Facebook and just because others enjoy it without many reasons. Best regards: Søren Jensen Mail MSN: s...@coolfortheblind.dk Website: http://www.coolfortheblind.dk/ Den 27/01/2012 kl. 16.47 skrev Missy Hoppe: I agree with you a zillion percent regarding facebook. I never understood the point of it, and especially when one factors in the accessability issues, it's just a complete waste of time in my opinion. I have an account, but haven't logged in for ages. I think I should just delete it and never give it a second thought. I do like twitter, though. It's a fun way to communicate, especially for someone like me who isn't particularly social and just wants to communicate the essentials. From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 10:29 AM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this My sympathy is with you good friend. All I can say is to be strong and treat each day as the last day, do whatever you can and achieve a positive way of life. keep smiling and enjoy life. lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 15:26, Jennifer Perdue wrote: I agree with you Lou. The only reason that I participate on Facebook at all is to watch from afar, my thirteen-year-old son who lives in a different city and who was adopted by my parents. They bullied me into the adoption and now treat me as if I was just the uterus from which he came. I have no contact with him so all I can do is watch from afar and pray that he is all right. Not the best situation but it's the best i can do. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 3:52 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: I never understood the point of facebook either. Still don't. OK there's a business use to it and a marketing resource to it but other than that it's a dangerous tool designed for people with dangerous minds who are capable of inflicting harm on others. It's sad to live in a world where the internet is the latest weapon in oppression and torture. Why can't people just be reasonable? I openly refuse to use facebook as it's just a waste of time and it's open to abuse. as an example, if I advertised my project on facebook, I'd be open to attacks, spam and much more. so it's something I don't need in life where more important things take precedence including the care of my mum who was diagnosed with cancer and the running of my IT services, training sector and the freemacs for the blind project. just my £2.50 + VAT worth lol lew On 26 Jan 2012, at 21:11, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I find Face book and the whole social network boring as I can't imagine any one being interested in my little life. On 26 Jan 2012, at 08:09 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: I thought it was just me:) I hardly understand Facebook but I'm trying it out for the time being. I kind of think it's stupid so far. Oh well. I guess I'm just boring. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 10:12 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I do not understand the purpose of Twitter either or what to do with it. On 26 Jan 2012, at 03:50 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, Could someone explain the purpose of twitter and what it does. Also, could someone tell me the easiest ap of whatever you would use to use twitter. Who would I follow? I am
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
YOU JINXED IT! lol I hope not. don't want to go through last year's weather again thanks lol lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 16:12, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: Internet on the I phone is Marvelous. I use it a lot. If you live in the UK, I must admit the weather has changed. Get ready for some serious snow. Kawal. On 27 Jan 2012, at 04:08 PM, Mr. L. Alexander turningbyto...@gmail.com wrote: I honestly couldn't even consider using my iphone for internet use. I don't know, I just feel more comfortable with a keyboard than typing addresses to a touch screen. OK the ipad's pretty decent but again a laptop like my macbook pro does me justice everywhere I am. Twitter to me is a decent tool and I have to admit it's pretty funny too. if you're following someone and they happen to have others with warped or insane humour, it's a good thing so if you need cheering up it's a bloomin good idea. I can't believe the weather here has changed from decent to freezing cold, heavy rain and hail stone. good thing I came home early from a job. lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 15:57, Søren Jensen wrote: Well, the point of Facebook is the same as the point of Twitter: Sharing what you're doing and keep in touch with your friends. :) I don't like Facebook for lots and lots of reason, but I really like Twitter cause it's simple and accessible. I love how my Mac and iPhone works together with twitter, and I like the fast way to read the news. I haven't got used to all twitters features yet though. If Facebook was more accessible, I might use it just a bit, since all people here in my country use it all the time. Some peoples life is even stored on Facebook and they can't live without it. I wish people here would switch to Twitter or something more accessible, but Facebook is what people enjoy here, because all their friends are on Facebook and just because others enjoy it without many reasons. Best regards: Søren Jensen Mail MSN: s...@coolfortheblind.dk Website: http://www.coolfortheblind.dk/ Den 27/01/2012 kl. 16.47 skrev Missy Hoppe: I agree with you a zillion percent regarding facebook. I never understood the point of it, and especially when one factors in the accessability issues, it's just a complete waste of time in my opinion. I have an account, but haven't logged in for ages. I think I should just delete it and never give it a second thought. I do like twitter, though. It's a fun way to communicate, especially for someone like me who isn't particularly social and just wants to communicate the essentials. From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mr. L. Alexander Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 10:29 AM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this My sympathy is with you good friend. All I can say is to be strong and treat each day as the last day, do whatever you can and achieve a positive way of life. keep smiling and enjoy life. lew On 27 Jan 2012, at 15:26, Jennifer Perdue wrote: I agree with you Lou. The only reason that I participate on Facebook at all is to watch from afar, my thirteen-year-old son who lives in a different city and who was adopted by my parents. They bullied me into the adoption and now treat me as if I was just the uterus from which he came. I have no contact with him so all I can do is watch from afar and pray that he is all right. Not the best situation but it's the best i can do. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 3:52 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: I never understood the point of facebook either. Still don't. OK there's a business use to it and a marketing resource to it but other than that it's a dangerous tool designed for people with dangerous minds who are capable of inflicting harm on others. It's sad to live in a world where the internet is the latest weapon in oppression and torture. Why can't people just be reasonable? I openly refuse to use facebook as it's just a waste of time and it's open to abuse. as an example, if I advertised my project on facebook, I'd be open to attacks, spam and much more. so it's something I don't need in life where more important things take precedence including the care of my mum who was diagnosed with cancer and the running of my IT services, training sector and the freemacs for the blind project. just my £2.50 + VAT worth lol lew On 26 Jan 2012, at 21:11, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I find Face book and the whole social network boring as I can't imagine any one being interested in my little life. On 26 Jan 2012, at 08:09 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: I thought it was just me:) I hardly understand Facebook but I'm trying it out for the time being. I kind of think it's stupid so far. Oh well. I guess I'm just boring. Jenny and my
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
I'm having the worst time possible and it's under threat of dying. though I'm receiving support with equipment needs, etc for emergency work and the workshop end, I'm running out of parts needed and suitable macs. I'm doing everything possible including twitter, advertising in various areas, etc and it's just struggling to move. I've many clients on my books in need and I'm having to contact them to explain that due to difficulties beyond my control, things are going to be difficult, so it's time to roll out the big guns and find some support. basically anything from G3 blue and white macs, powerbook / iBook G3's G4 macs, etc which can be serviced, custom tuned and upgraded ready to be passed on to recipients will be appreciated. not sure what else to do. a number of recipients are already happy and have full support cover provided by me for free. that's parts, time, etc. I need a miracle. take care my friend and may god keep you safe and happy. lew On 26 Jan 2012, at 20:19, Jennifer Perdue wrote: I see, sounds interesting. Thanks for your answer and it's definitely something I'll have to consider. How is your computer business going? I really think what you're doing is great and admire and respect you a lot. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 2:15 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: twitter was once new to me lol. There's good and bad points to it. Good points are straight communication between users, kind of like text messaging as there's a character limit of 140 letters. It's a great business tool to advertise projects, etc a marketing tool and so much more. bad points are idiots wasting your time, people sending unsolicited messages, etc Don't worry. there's a useful friend to get to know on twitter. it's called report user for spam. this not only reports the user to the system but also blocks the person from further contact. make that a useful friend or companion. I certainly do. Sometimes, twitter can be a bit of an annoyance. say as an example in timeline view of yurofukuru or however it's spelled, you will receive random retweets from followers or followed users filling up your message system. then it's the thing of listening to the same old stuff. anyway once you get a hang of it, it's fairly straight forward. incidentally if anyone wants to communicate through twitter with me, either charity related, work or general please add @macsfortheblind to your list and I'll be happy to chat where available. lew On 26 Jan 2012, at 20:09, Jennifer Perdue wrote: I thought it was just me:) I hardly understand Facebook but I'm trying it out for the time being. I kind of think it's stupid so far. Oh well. I guess I'm just boring. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 10:12 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: I do not understand the purpose of Twitter either or what to do with it. On 26 Jan 2012, at 03:50 PM, Jennifer Perdue jlperd...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, Could someone explain the purpose of twitter and what it does. Also, could someone tell me the easiest ap of whatever you would use to use twitter. Who would I follow? I am not sure what you do with it? Thanks for your patience. Jenny and my goofy guide Brooks On Jan 26, 2012, at 5:55 AM, Red.Falcon wrote: Just for peoples info if you have the original facetab that is now menutab and you will have to remove facetab and put in the trash and empty it before getting menutab! hth Colin On 26 Jan 2012, at 10:12, Krister Ekstrom wrote: Hi, I use an app called Menutab pro available from the App store. What's good with this app is that you can both get the mobile and the desktop versions of Facebook in the app and toggle between them as you like. The buttons are now clearly labeled and the app, although in the menus normally only reachable by using the physical mouse has a short cut key (by default it's control+f) to reach the app. I like it very much. HTH /Krister 25 jan 2012 kl. 22:32 skrev Kirsten Edmondson: Hi, I have recently discovered the plethora of fb aps for the IPhone, so I was wondering are the same aps apply for the Mac, or are there similar versions? I just go to the m.facebook webpage currently, but wondered if I could make it easier for myself. Thanks. Kirsten. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr
Re: Can someone teach me about twitter, I am a little new to this
options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
a little help with vmware fusion please?
Hi Folks, hope all are well. just a quick email to ask if there's anyone here using VMWare fusion with JAWS? if so, could someone spare me some time to help me get used to the software and offer some tricks and tips? I'm using it as a test area for software before I move to an official windows diagnostic laptop. if anyone can help and is willing to spare a bit of time over skype, I'd be grateful of your time. lew skype: turningbytouch Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Shutting down my MBP
I believe there is an apple script floating around somewhere where you can assign a sound to shutdown and include it in a shutdown function. I'd have to look in more depth at this. lew On 16 Jan 2012, at 06:04, Johnny Angel! wrote: Hi all, Just wondering if there was a way to get some sort of sound to play to indicate that the mbp is indeed shutting down. It's too quiet when shutting down. Thanks much in advance, Johnny Johnny Angel! beefca...@neo.rr.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Sent from my iPhone… looks cool?
Mail interacts with the iphone through itunes and syncs to the account used. so the signatures can also be populated. also mail on the iphone can work through proxies. lew On 12 Jan 2012, at 17:36, Kaleb Ballzac wrote: It's both strange that people do this, and that you'd have the time to verify such things. On Jan 12, 2012, at 12:25 PM, Emrah wrote: People, I have a rather startling discovery to share, and I share it because I do not understand it. Why do people add Sent from my iPhone or similar weird signatures that make it sound like the email was sent through a mobile device, while the user agent shows that they have been using Microsoft Outlook or Apple Mail on a computer? I might be missing something… But does this make a message look cooler? Sorry if this post offends anyone, I am just curious to understand this. One possibility may be that the email somehow goes through a proxy and leaves the outbox through a computer… But I kind of doubt it. Emrah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: What application out there is VoiceOver friendly for making and printing invoices
Hi chuck. I remember back in the windows days, I used to use Sage for accounts as I never found quicken that much use. I'm in the process of the same myself so am investigating a couple of options. lew On 12 Jan 2012, at 19:38, CHUCK REICHEL wrote: Hi List, Could someone recommend an application that I can make and print invoices for my Recording studio clients? I have Quicken Essentials But that app is extremely clunky. Text Edit doesn't seem to have the options need either. Any suggestions? Thanks CHUCK REICHEL 954-742-0019 www.SoundPictureRecording.com In GOD I Trust -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: burning DVD's on the mac?
it can be done with the right software and design principles. but it's something best left to digital authoring specialists to regrade DVD's for accessibility. lew On 12 Jan 2012, at 19:44, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Better yet, how bout this. Can I burn a DVD and put menus on it and even perhaps make it accessible? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Jan 12, 2012, at 1:36 PM, Kliphton wrote: Answer this, can I put a commercial DVD that I buy from the store, and copy the contents to a file on my mac? If it can do that, then it might be worth it. -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of John Panarese Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 12:30 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: burning DVD's on the mac? To be honest, it has a lot of features to it, but I have only used it mainly to copy DVDs with it. It is completely accessible and gets the job done in conjunction with Fairmount. If you are looking simply to copy DVDs, it's probably not worth $50 for that alone, though. There are a few video programs out there and you might be best trying them out and seeing which one gets the job done for you in the best manner. I know that sounds like pretty dull advice, but that's pretty much the best that I can think of at the moment. Take Care John Panarese jpanar...@gmail.com On Jan 12, 2012, at 12:16 PM, Kliphton wrote: So what's so special about DVD remaster? What can you do and not do with this program? I am just looking to burn movies to DVD's, and that's it. I don't think 50 bucks is worth that. Any suggestions? Sent from Minister Miller's iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: a rather difficult question about converting e-mail
more than happy to help. It's pretty simple. depending on whether your email provider has it's own saved folder or work, etc you can drop those emails to the directory, then open mail in mac, build your account, then when it's up and running, your emails should come accross. if not, then it's time to make another email acount and export the enails through copy and paste to the other account and then create the 2nd account in mail, then drag the important emails to your current email account. sorry if it sounds a little confusing. if you get stuck, email me at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'll resolve it with you. if not, there's plenty of us here who can assist. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 17:01, Denise Barajas wrote: Hello all, I've been dying to ask this question for a long time, but I thought I would get some outside source help, but to no avail. I have a Windows XP computer which contains several sentimental e-mails on a few programs I've tried. Is there any way I could get step-by-step instructions on converting these to send these to the Mac Mail application? I know this might be a very dificult question, but if someone could please help, I'd greatly aprpeciate it. thanks so much, anblessings to all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: A truly frustrating issue
the sequence mentioned resets PRAM. this stores bootup memory and some other settings including date and time, etc. basically because of the way the firmware behaves, there can be the odd conflict so firmware rebuilding helps. if you're using a PowerPC chip, there's also another setting to repair. NVRAM through open firmware. as you're about to boot, hold down command option O and F. (open firmware) (this is an advanced procedure and should be undertaken WHEN NECESSARY) when open firmware starts, you will be greeted by a text interface. type the following reset-nvram set-defaults reset-all it's worth noting here that with each instruction, please press enter. on the final instruction, enter should restart the system. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 17:12, Ray Foret Jr wrote: Never heard of that procedure before. VO+P+r? That would be interesting to do with only one control key on the left side. Just what exactly does that sequence do when used as you describe? Sincerely, The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!! Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!! Skype name: barefootedray Facebook: facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1 On Jan 10, 2012, at 12:35 AM, Anne Robertson wrote: Hello Richard, One thing that hasn't yet been suggested is initialising the PRAM. To do this, shut down your machine, then hold down the Command, Option, letter P and letter R keys and press the Power key. Keep holding down the four keys until you've heard the start up chime at least 3 times. Then release them and the machine will boot as usual. This procedure can cure all kinds of strange behaviour. Cheers, Anne -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: a rather difficult question about converting e-mail
that would depend directly upon whether the user wishes to keep all data associated to the email including the email address. this can also depend on the type of content taken within the email. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 18:35, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hi, maybe I'm missing something but, can't you just copy the text into word or something then just save the file and e-mail it to where ever you want? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 10, 2012, at 12:09 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: more than happy to help. It's pretty simple. depending on whether your email provider has it's own saved folder or work, etc you can drop those emails to the directory, then open mail in mac, build your account, then when it's up and running, your emails should come accross. if not, then it's time to make another email acount and export the enails through copy and paste to the other account and then create the 2nd account in mail, then drag the important emails to your current email account. sorry if it sounds a little confusing. if you get stuck, email me at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'll resolve it with you. if not, there's plenty of us here who can assist. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 17:01, Denise Barajas wrote: Hello all, I've been dying to ask this question for a long time, but I thought I would get some outside source help, but to no avail. I have a Windows XP computer which contains several sentimental e-mails on a few programs I've tried. Is there any way I could get step-by-step instructions on converting these to send these to the Mac Mail application? I know this might be a very dificult question, but if someone could please help, I'd greatly aprpeciate it. thanks so much, anblessings to all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: a rather difficult question about converting e-mail
ah lol you see what I did there. ah ha! lol people might consider the to and from, subject header just as important as it's content. lol lew Kicking the daylights out of a windows laptop which WON'T BEHAVE! On 10 Jan 2012, at 18:39, Ricardo Walker wrote: I guess, but since she said they were sentimental, I assumed the content was more important than the to and from information. :) Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 10, 2012, at 1:38 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: that would depend directly upon whether the user wishes to keep all data associated to the email including the email address. this can also depend on the type of content taken within the email. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 18:35, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hi, maybe I'm missing something but, can't you just copy the text into word or something then just save the file and e-mail it to where ever you want? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 10, 2012, at 12:09 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: more than happy to help. It's pretty simple. depending on whether your email provider has it's own saved folder or work, etc you can drop those emails to the directory, then open mail in mac, build your account, then when it's up and running, your emails should come accross. if not, then it's time to make another email acount and export the enails through copy and paste to the other account and then create the 2nd account in mail, then drag the important emails to your current email account. sorry if it sounds a little confusing. if you get stuck, email me at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'll resolve it with you. if not, there's plenty of us here who can assist. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 17:01, Denise Barajas wrote: Hello all, I've been dying to ask this question for a long time, but I thought I would get some outside source help, but to no avail. I have a Windows XP computer which contains several sentimental e-mails on a few programs I've tried. Is there any way I could get step-by-step instructions on converting these to send these to the Mac Mail application? I know this might be a very dificult question, but if someone could please help, I'd greatly aprpeciate it. thanks so much, anblessings to all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com
Re: a rather difficult question about converting e-mail
ok. who's your email provider? also are you using IMAP or POP3 as your mail setup in windows? if it's imap, you should be able to set up your email account directly in mail and mail will fetch data from your mail server. that's if the emails you've kept are stored on the mail server to your provider. sorry wasn't thinking straight at the time. has been a very difficul day. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 19:31, Denise Barajas wrote: That's a lot more hassle. I would like to simply find a way to transfer these e-mails to an external or some removable medium, convert these to whatever form the Mac will recognize for the mail client and simply get rid of those programs. It's either that or I have to switch out systems, as these are both desktop computers and I would simply not have to have the windows machine connect to the internet. If you have skype, please write me privately and we can have a chat to better understand each other with this query. Thanks, and hope to read from you soon. Blessings! On Jan 10, 2012, at 10:39 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote: I guess, but since she said they were sentimental, I assumed the content was more important than the to and from information. :) Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 10, 2012, at 1:38 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: that would depend directly upon whether the user wishes to keep all data associated to the email including the email address. this can also depend on the type of content taken within the email. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 18:35, Ricardo Walker wrote: Hi, maybe I'm missing something but, can't you just copy the text into word or something then just save the file and e-mail it to where ever you want? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Jan 10, 2012, at 12:09 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: more than happy to help. It's pretty simple. depending on whether your email provider has it's own saved folder or work, etc you can drop those emails to the directory, then open mail in mac, build your account, then when it's up and running, your emails should come accross. if not, then it's time to make another email acount and export the enails through copy and paste to the other account and then create the 2nd account in mail, then drag the important emails to your current email account. sorry if it sounds a little confusing. if you get stuck, email me at freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net and I'll resolve it with you. if not, there's plenty of us here who can assist. lew On 10 Jan 2012, at 17:01, Denise Barajas wrote: Hello all, I've been dying to ask this question for a long time, but I thought I would get some outside source help, but to no avail. I have a Windows XP computer which contains several sentimental e-mails on a few programs I've tried. Is there any way I could get step-by-step instructions on converting these to send these to the Mac Mail application? I know this might be a very dificult question, but if someone could please help, I'd greatly aprpeciate it. thanks so much, anblessings to all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail
Re: Mac OS port of IBM Viavoice TTS, otherwise known as ETI Eloquence
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Re: Ripping DVDs for streaming from apple TV.
mactheripper bypasses CSS, etc lew On 9 Jan 2012, at 16:24, Chris Blouch wrote: You could also try RipIt. While it's not free ($25) you can do 10 rips before it self destructs. http://thelittleappfactory.com/ripit/ CB On 1/8/12 7:30 PM, Mr. L. Alexander wrote: handbrake will manage certain formats fairly well. I use mactheripper and it's a nice, lightweight app if you have OS 10.6 or earlier with rosetta support installed. as it's a PPC app. I use it quite a bit and it handles a fair bit of the newer encryptions. there are of course other apps worth checking out. lew On 8 Jan 2012, at 22:33, Daniel Miller wrote: I've heard about that program, but I'm not sure that will bypass copy protection. I always thought you needed another program to do that itself since dvd's are protected from copying? -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Emilio Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2012 4:32 PM To: MacVisionaries Subject: Re: Ripping DVDs for streaming from apple TV. Hey Daniel, I have found that Hand Break is an accessible program with Voiceover. It is free, and it works quite well for ripping DVD protected content to your computer. The ripping process takes roughly about an hour or less (depending on length of DVD). The ripped image is placed on the desktop as an MP4 file, which you can copy into the Automatically add to iTunes folder. Once loading iTunes, the file will successfully import into the movies category. HTH Sent from my iMac Twitter: TheOrangeCircle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Ripping DVDs for streaming from apple TV.
yes. firstly, are you running 10.6 or 10.7? I have to ask as the piece of software I use will only run in 10.6 at the latest as it's no longer in production. and was compiled for PPC systems hence the need for rosetta. the program is called mactheripper and is free. it's fairly easy to use. it's designed to capture the whole DVD and you can create the contents as a folder to play in DVD player as a virtual DVD. it's great software and I love it. helps to keep some of my DVD's to disk without having to take the DVD's to wherever I'm going. lew On 8 Jan 2012, at 11:04, Mark Colman wrote: Hi, You might want to hold off on buying DVD Remaster Pro as it will probably tell you that any DVD you try to rip is encrypted... the FAQ helpfully tells you that most commercial DVDs are protected by CSS, that the law probably allows you to make backup copies but it's not clear and therefore the software has been hobbled to cover the authors. Does anyone know a way around this or have I blown my £35? Mark On Jan 8, 1:48 am, Daniel Miller miller...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, Has anyone had any experience with ripping DVDs they own for streaming from the apple TV? I want to do this for my movies that I already own and don't want to purchase them again through iTunes. Any responses back would be greatly appreciated! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Mac OS port of IBM Viavoice TTS, otherwise known as ETI Eloquence
it would be possible to do this form of work. all it would be a case of is exporting code and implementing a few changes to work with the mac speech engine support infrastructure. it would be legal as well as long as authorisation was granted from the developers. I know IBM are quite a willing company. lew On 8 Jan 2012, at 14:38, Emrah wrote: Hello Rose, Let's not jump to conclusions based on personal assumptions please. I never expressed the intention of creating something illegal here. The link I gave for example points to an absolutely legal port of Viavoice on Linux. In this case, I think we should first determine whether it is technically feasible or not. Wholesale licensing agreements can be negotiated afterward. Regards, Emrah On Jan 8, 2012, at 3:27 PM, Rose Morales wrote: Wouldn't something like that be illegal, given that Via Voice would get no royalties for such a port, whether on Mac or Linux? In which case I don't think said discussion would be appropriate for this list. If someone knows of a legal port. please do tell us, as I'd love to have Eloquence on my Mac. I personally haven't heard of such a port. On Jan 8, 2012, at 9:06 AM, Emrah wrote: Hi listers, I hope this message does not offend anybody allergic to Windows. The version of ETI Eloquence bundled with Jaws on Windows has always been my favorite voice synthesizer. I used to be able to listen (read) thousands and thousands of pages without ever getting tired of it. The intonations were amazingly good and compared to most of the TTS out there, it knew how to tone the exclamations. Anyway, I am writing to inquire if any of you have tried to run Eloquence on your Mac? Some folks ported it to Linux. http://voxin.oralux.net Any idea f something similar exists on Mac? I am sure it could be done… All the best, E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Ripping DVDs for streaming from apple TV.
handbrake will manage certain formats fairly well. I use mactheripper and it's a nice, lightweight app if you have OS 10.6 or earlier with rosetta support installed. as it's a PPC app. I use it quite a bit and it handles a fair bit of the newer encryptions. there are of course other apps worth checking out. lew On 8 Jan 2012, at 22:33, Daniel Miller wrote: I've heard about that program, but I'm not sure that will bypass copy protection. I always thought you needed another program to do that itself since dvd's are protected from copying? -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Emilio Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2012 4:32 PM To: MacVisionaries Subject: Re: Ripping DVDs for streaming from apple TV. Hey Daniel, I have found that Hand Break is an accessible program with Voiceover. It is free, and it works quite well for ripping DVD protected content to your computer. The ripping process takes roughly about an hour or less (depending on length of DVD). The ripped image is placed on the desktop as an MP4 file, which you can copy into the Automatically add to iTunes folder. Once loading iTunes, the file will successfully import into the movies category. HTH Sent from my iMac Twitter: TheOrangeCircle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Command f5 problem
by the sound of it, you may have accidentally turned on keyboard learning. Well... at least sounds that way. off the top of my head, my advice here would be to restart the system and see if voiceover defaults. if not then lets do some further investigation. lew On 7 Jan 2012, at 17:40, Bill Holton wrote: Hi. Suddenly my Command f5 stopped working. It won’t turn VO off and on. I have tried with two different keyboards, and with the Apple Bluetooth keyboard I have tried both with and without holding down the FN key. When I do a VO-k keyboard command pressing all the other keys describes the key press and the vo function. But when I press command f5 and command f8 it simply repeats the key names. I can’t find anywhere where I may have changed or disabled these commands. I have keyboard commander turned off, as a matter of fact. Any thoughts appreciated. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. Mr. L. Alexander. Free Macs For The Blind. E-Mail: freemacsforthebl...@mac-access.net Direct line: 07936 877500 Twitter: @macsfortheblind Free Macs For The blind is a charity project supplying older but working apple macs for blind and visually impaired people throughout the UK FOR FREE! Do you have an old unwanted mac, any hardware, software, old PC's, etc or a copy of outspoken 9.2 you would be willing to donate? please get in touch. Mac Access Dot Net; The British Mac Accessibility Network, we're here to help anybody disabled with anything Apple! http://www.mac-access.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
