Re: Apple Watch VoiceOver volume problems

2017-10-08 Thread David Chittenden
I will activate my Apple Watch Series 3 with cellular when I finally receive it. It is a simple matter to unpair it from my current iPhone 7 and pair it with the iPhone 10 when I get that iPhone. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936

Re: BSI gestures on iPad?

2017-10-02 Thread David Chittenden
flick needs to be less than 45 degrees or it is interpreted as a vertical flick. So, I perform a what I perceive as a down-angle flick, which is actually a right flick. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 3

Re: Use cases for full-size iPad and totally blind people

2017-10-01 Thread David Chittenden
regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 1 Oct 2017, at 22:22, Alex Hall <mehg...@icloud.com> wrote: > > David, I'm curious why you use the iPad for this. The newer iPhones are quite > powerful, and also

Re: Use cases for full-size iPad and totally blind people

2017-09-30 Thread David Chittenden
the info for the cell. I then turn the rotor away from BSI and right flick to the next cell which has the next info being sought. Another right flick to the next blank cell and a few double-taps to highlight and activate the cell. The method works extremely well. Kind regards, David Chittenden

Re: Uber App and a Guide Dog

2017-09-26 Thread David Chittenden
their policies and practices after they lost the lawsuit. Note: In Australia and New Zealand, the taxi companies have zero-tollerance policies regarding guide dogs, so I have not had any difficulties in either country regarding my guide dog and taxis. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA

Re: A Question for Those Who Have Updated to Watch OS 4 from Watch OS 3

2017-09-24 Thread David Chittenden
. It is very delayed out here. Probably will not receive it until the end of October. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25 Sep 2017, at 09:50, Alex Hall <mehg...@icloud.com> wrote: > > Not

Re: Delete And Enter.

2017-09-24 Thread David Chittenden
> Original message: >> Backspace is dot 7 and spacebar. Enter is dot 8 and spacebar. Dot 7, by >> itself, is a particular uncommon ASCII character, as is dot 8 by itself. > >> Kind regards, > >> David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA >> Email: dchitten...@gmail.com >&

Re: Delete And Enter.

2017-09-23 Thread David Chittenden
Backspace is dot 7 and spacebar. Enter is dot 8 and spacebar. Dot 7, by itself, is a particular uncommon ASCII character, as is dot 8 by itself. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24 Sep 2017, at 14

Re: Siri is still pretty stupid

2017-09-23 Thread David Chittenden
topic. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24 Sep 2017, at 11:46, Karen Lewellen <klewel...@shellworld.net> wrote: > > Well speaking only for myself, I can tell you that sarcasm even with facial &g

Re: Siri is still pretty stupid

2017-09-23 Thread David Chittenden
Actually, Siri uses Apple Maps. Apple Maps primarily uses the TomTom database. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24 Sep 2017, at 03:26, David & his pack of dogs <myguidedo...@gmail.com> > w

Re: Apple Watch with voiceover, use cases and explanatory material

2017-09-14 Thread David Chittenden
out for last year. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 15/09/2017, at 01:17, Jenine Stanley <dragonwalke...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Mary, > > I can’t speak to the written documentation but

Re: Apple's New Face ID Biometric System Works in the Dark and When Your Face is Obscured by Hats and Beards

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, it is faceID, not eyeID. It maps 30,000 locations on the face. Just remember, with prosthetic eyes, the more secure look at aspect of faceID will most probably not work. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
t;. > I was merely wondering how these things would be done with no home > button, not saying it was impossible or terrible. <I'm curious about > it and hopeful that an easy, user-friendly alternative will be > present. > > Catherine > >> On 9/13/17, David Chittenden

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 14/09/2017, at 04:28, 'Catherine Turner' via MacVisionaries > <macvisionaries@googlegroups.com> wrote: > > Excuse me but I wasn't "inventing worse case scenario

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
All the reviews I have read thus far state faceID is quicker than touchID. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 14/09/2017, at 04:52, Mika Pyyhkala <pyyhk...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I believ

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
in the next few weeks. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 13/09/2017, at 18:57, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > > > The voice over off / on triple click will move to the p

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
No, not at all. Apple stated that fingerprints have 1 in 50,000 chance of being fooled. Face prints have 1 in 1 million chance of being fooled. So yes, the chance is there, which means, it will be fooled eventually. But, the chances are considerably lower. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
recharges. Then again, the iPhone is my primary computer. Finally, the larger screen means more info available without needing to scroll. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 13/09/2017, at 19:02, Simon Fogarty

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
that the accessibility is not as full or robust as with iOS. I have a couple Android tablets. In my experience, unless one wishes to spend significantly more money on a HumanWare, Hims, or other specially modified Android braille note taker, be prepared for significant challenges. Kind regards, David

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
Start/stop VO will most likely be triple press of the power button. App switcher is easy, as is home button. I always find these doom and gloom responses which always come up to be quite amusing. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936

Re: I’m worried that FaceID is going to suck—and here’s why

2017-09-13 Thread David Chittenden
? As for the fingerprint sensor, I have read several complaints from people that they often touch the camera rather than the fingerprint sensor. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 13/09/2017, at 14:02, Simon Fogarty

Re: What's the best method for changing the connected device with the air pods?

2017-09-07 Thread David Chittenden
regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 8/09/2017, at 10:14, Scott Granados <sc...@qualityip.net> wrote: > > So I’ve done some reading and am not finding much. I’m wondering what people > are using fo

Re: Using my iphone on a camping trip

2017-09-02 Thread David Chittenden
not be able to handle it very well at all. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 1/09/2017, at 20:23, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > > Hi Yes, > > Only use I had for my phone

Re: Using my iphone on a camping trip

2017-09-02 Thread David Chittenden
Hi Scott, Yes, I have a new job. I came off probation and am now permanent as of two months ago. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 2/09/2017, at 00:00, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com&

Re: Using my iphone on a camping trip

2017-08-31 Thread David Chittenden
information. Oh, I believe the information is called GIS, or Geographic Information System. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 1/09/2017, at 04:47, Joseph Hudson <jhud7...@gmail.com> wrote: > > S

Re: Opinion: Are subscription-based apps the future, or will they implode?

2017-08-18 Thread David Chittenden
using slide shows (PowerPoint converted to KeyNote) using my iPad connected to a projector and room sound system. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 18/08/2017, at 08:55, Ryan Mann

Re: Accessible iOS App - Where To Shoot by NSSF

2017-08-13 Thread David Chittenden
We put a cheap alarm clock on the back of a target. I then started training myself to aim at the sound. This was difficult at first, but gives me better training for future. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone

Re: me.com e-mail address.

2017-08-12 Thread David Chittenden
I have no idea. I switched to my icloud.com address when it was offered because I have had email addresses disappear on me in the past. It is also why I use gmail. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 11

Re: me.com e-mail address.

2017-08-10 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, Apple has been slowly retiring the me.com email address. They started the process about 5 years ago. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 11/08/2017, at 07:39, Kawal Gucukoglu <kgli...@icloud.com&

Re: 7 drastic changes coming to your iPhone with iOS 11 - CNET

2017-08-06 Thread David Chittenden
and explained from the blindness perspective, there are a few products which do most, if not all, of what the iPhone does, that are made for the blind. These products are bulky and expensive, but they are focused on our tiny market. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten

Re: IOS 11 beta question

2017-07-26 Thread David Chittenden
a voice mail message and listen to it. It is not necessary to go through all messages in order. It is a fabulous service. One can keep messages as long as desired because the messages are on the iPhone, not the carrier's message system. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten

Re: IOS 11 beta question

2017-07-26 Thread David Chittenden
Please be aware, this is only for those who are with carriers that do not provide visual uoicemail, so you may not receive many responses. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 26/07/2017, at 17:29, Kliph

Re: Refreshable Braille devices?

2017-07-25 Thread David Chittenden
to be of any real use. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 26/07/2017, at 12:37, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com> wrote: > > In the us it’s going to be about $495 I believe. The Massachu

Re: Keynote?

2017-07-18 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, this is correct. keynote must be present on all devices. The presentation must be on the device which is actually transmitting the presentation to the room system. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On

Re: Keynote?

2017-07-18 Thread David Chittenden
I have done so using an iPhone to control an iPad. KeyNote must be loaded on each device. Connect the devices using Bluetooth. The control option is then available within KeyNote from one device to the other device. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile

Re: Seeing AI app from Microsoft

2017-07-17 Thread David Chittenden
It will come to whichever countries MicroSoft is able to get access to the country specific product barcode databases. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 18/07/2017, at 07:16, Anders Holmb

Re: Seeing AI app from Microsoft

2017-07-16 Thread David Chittenden
locating signage when I am out and about. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 16/07/2017, at 22:50, Larry Thacker Jr. <larry.thacker...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Thanks. I was so blown away by th

PDF Pen Pro

2017-07-12 Thread David Chittenden
Hello, Is PDF Pen Pro accessible on iOS? Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about

Re: New Iphone 6s - volume

2017-07-07 Thread David Chittenden
To go into control center, touch the status line at the top of the display (battery power, clock, and so forth), then perform a three finger swipe up. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 7/07/2017, at 16

Re: Full Article: iOS 11 public beta: What it does for the iPhone - CNET

2017-06-28 Thread David Chittenden
to the coordinates (a virtual transmitter). Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 29/06/2017, at 09:00, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Good ol Smith-Kettlewell, I remember building some of

Re: file volt weirdness

2017-06-28 Thread David Chittenden
Hello, It is a hardware difference. Macs older than 2012 or 2013 can only beep during log-in when using firevault. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 29/06/2017, at 02:19, Tim Kilburn <kilbu...@me.com&

Re: Go to meeting?

2017-06-28 Thread David Chittenden
No, Go To Meeting is not accessible. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 29/06/2017, at 04:57, Donna Goodin <doniado...@me.com> wrote: > > Hi all, > > Can anyone tell me if Go to Meeting

Re: Full Article: iOS 11 public beta: What it does for the iPhone - CNET

2017-06-27 Thread David Chittenden
Smith-Kettlewell, the developers of Talking Signs, put out an app called Over There, which works on the iPhone like the Talking Signs receiver. It uses GPS and the Google Places database. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from

Re: Full Article: iOS 11 public beta: What it does for the iPhone - CNET

2017-06-26 Thread David Chittenden
) with much of KNFB's accessibility, equivalent OCR, but not as much overall flexibility. Though, with a small cost, Prizmo Go's capabilities expand significantly. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 27/06/2

Re: Connect your iCloud account to Alexa if you can

2017-06-09 Thread David Chittenden
it, I have only read various articles about it. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 10/06/2017, at 09:51, Mary Otten <motte...@gmail.com> wrote: > > It is now supposed to be possible to connect your

Re: So what do we think of the WWDC new hardware?

2017-06-07 Thread David Chittenden
I agree. We were thinking of acquiring a few more Sonos speakers to fully fill the house. We are now going to wait until the HomePod is released and see how it sounds, and how well we might be able to intigrate it with the Sonos system. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email

Re: So what do we think of the WWDC new hardware?

2017-06-07 Thread David Chittenden
No, they state that two of the USBC ports are also Thunderbolt 3 ports as well on the MacBook Pro, and one of the two USBC ports on the MacBook is also a Thunderbolt 3 port. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone

Re: For those with more than one voice over language in your rotor, a question

2017-06-06 Thread David Chittenden
What I dscribed is the only situation which has caused for me what you have explained. I am not saying it is what is occuring for you, just my experience. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 7/06/2017, at

Re: For those with more than one voice over language in your rotor, a question

2017-06-06 Thread David Chittenden
the occasional situation. I just move language up one spot in the rotor settings so it is no longer the last option. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 7/06/2017, at 00:55, Mary Otten <motte...@gmail.com&

Re: So what do we think of the WWDC new hardware?

2017-06-06 Thread David Chittenden
NetFlix on the iPhone is quite accessible. I use it regularly. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 7/06/2017, at 07:25, Donna Goodin <doniado...@me.com> wrote: > > You raise an interesting p

Re: Google assistant comes to the iPhone

2017-05-18 Thread David Chittenden
Siri has no difficulty at all with: What day is 90 days from today. It gives the date and time.. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 19/05/2017, at 05:14, David Diamond <myguidedo...@gmail.com&

Re: DocuscanPlus

2017-05-17 Thread David Chittenden
It is my understanding that PDF Pen Pro is required for filling out PDF forms. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 18/05/2017, at 14:27, Caitlyn Furness <caitlyn.furn...@gmail.com> wrote: > &

Re: Anyone ever factory reset their Sonos player?

2017-04-27 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, I find installing Sonos products to be straightforward. We really like our PlayBase. It has better sound than the PlayBar. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25/04/2017, at 19:11, Andrew Lamanche <

Re: Apple Accessibility is great.

2017-04-26 Thread David Chittenden
Interesting considering that they have some blind people working in the position. If it is not accessible, they have accessible work-arounds in place. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 27/04/2017, at 14

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-26 Thread David Chittenden
shut down. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25/04/2017, at 21:09, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Simon, I’m speaking as a US user here so it may be different in your are

Re: Apple Accessibility is great.

2017-04-26 Thread David Chittenden
currently has a few blind people working in this position. I went through the first interview for this position in Australia, but found a beter position, in my chosen field, so removed myself from Apple's hiring cycle. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile

Re: Anyone ever factory reset their Sonos player?

2017-04-24 Thread David Chittenden
The sound is definitely better from the PlayBase. My partner gave me one for Easter.. Sonos Playbar is popular enough that we were able to sell it for just a hundred less than we paid for it on eBay. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-24 Thread David Chittenden
Well, I was unaware of how to start VoiceView independently. It is good to know that one can do so without needing to initially set up in settings. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25/04/2017, at 12

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-24 Thread David Chittenden
regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25/04/2017, at 12:12, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > > SO these fire tv have good accessibility for screen reader users? > > Why would I want a fir

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-24 Thread David Chittenden
I set up NetFlix myself. My partner had to go into settings and turn VoiceAssist on for the FireStick. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24/04/2017, at 21:12, Ryan Mann <rmann0...@gmail.com&

Re: Anyone ever factory reset their Sonos player?

2017-04-24 Thread David Chittenden
PlayBase is the update to the PlayBar. It is a large flat rectangle. It beams sound around the room, giving a more dynamic listening experience. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 25/04/2017, at 05:55, Te

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, these devices have parental control settings. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24/04/2017, at 10:42, Jessica Moss <junglebookfa...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Ok, probably a

Re: Question for Sonos users

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
in and seeing each other on the network. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 23/04/2017, at 22:50, Donna Goodin <doniado...@me.com> wrote: > > Hi all, > > So, my husband and I just relo

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Hi Scott, I really like that suggestion. I had not considered it. Now, to figure out how to set it up. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24/04/2017, at 00:33, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com&

Re: Anyone ever factory reset their Sonos player?

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
We upgraded to the new Sonos Play Base to go with our new 70" Samsung TV. We needed to factory reset all the Sonos speakers in the house to get them working with the new configuration. It took about an hour. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
of Codi, a way to watch any show and get around geo restrictions. Unfortunately, it is not speech accessible, so my partner is the only one in this household who can run it. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Step outside the US, and Alexa falls apart. Unlike Siri and Google, Alexa does not support anything outside it's limited geographical area. This is why it is able to be so much better there, it is limited in scope. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, the desktops are bloody underpowered Windows 7 dumb terminals which just login to the secure Citrix server. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 23/04/2017, at 10:28, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-n

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Thanks for the reminder. I will ask about both, Google Drive and OneDrive. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 22/04/2017, at 21:30, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com> wrote: > > What abo

Re: And here's an example of why Apple is losing the digital assistant game

2017-04-23 Thread David Chittenden
Amazon's speech recognition assistant. Works well in the US and some places in Europe. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 23/04/2017, at 10:44, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > >

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-22 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, but the organisation does not support Apple (save for iPads), so they will probably require OneDrive. I personally would prefer iCloud. I seriously doubt they will accept dropbox. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-21 Thread David Chittenden
, they will allow me to install the screen reader. My question is JFW or NVDA. That will depend on how well NVDA can access our specialised programs. I would prefer to avoid the several hundred dollar JFW upgrade cost as my JFW license is 5 years out-of-date.. Kind regards, David Chittenden

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-20 Thread David Chittenden
I am now working for a large not-for-profit organisation in Brisbane. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 20/04/2017, at 19:02, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > > Hi David, >

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-20 Thread David Chittenden
As for running Windows, I will do most of my admin work on the iPad. The computer will mainly be used to place my completed paperwork on the network drives. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 20/04/2

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-20 Thread David Chittenden
one logs in. They have very little internal memory or storage, which is why the laptop is provided (the office desktop cannot support Jaws. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 20/04/2017, at 17:58, Sc

Re: Accessible web conferencing: zoom.us

2017-04-20 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, I have been using Zoom for the past year or so. It is accessible. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 20/04/2017, at 20:06, Alex Hall <mehg...@icloud.com> wrote: > > Hi all, > I saw on

Re: Sitrix access

2017-04-20 Thread David Chittenden
to Windows 7 after 6 years of Mac and iOS. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 20/04/2017, at 04:30, Jonathan Cohn <jon.c.c...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Also, unless you are running JAWS on both the r

Sitrix access

2017-04-19 Thread David Chittenden
. Does anyone know of an app for iOS or Mac which will give VoiceOver access to the Citrix Receiver web remote interface desktop? Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone -- The following information is important

Re: A Blind legend

2017-04-18 Thread David Chittenden
It is an audio action role-playing game using binaural sound. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 18/04/2017, at 08:57, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: > > What is a blind legend?

Re: Saving attachments with your I phone when you are in Mail.

2017-04-12 Thread David Chittenden
Double-tap on the attachment to open it. Double-tap on the share button. Select the app to export the attachment. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 13/04/2017, at 05:43, Kawal Gucukoglu <kgli...@iclo

Re: Braille input on iPad Was: IPad Pro in place of laptop?

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
as the number symbol a - j is correct. Letters remain in lower case unless two dot 6 are used in a row (something I never do). When using the iPad, it is much easier as I use computer braille. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my

Re: IPad Pro in place of laptop?

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
the dot position calibration command. This is because, as a blind person, it is almost impossible to always start with ones fingers at the same position. Also, if the writing gets inaccurate, I perform dot calibration again to shift the dots back under my fingers. Kind regards, David Chittenden

Re: IPad Pro in place of laptop?

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
I forgot to add, I use the touchscreen exclusively for navigation, and Braille Screen Input for writing. I do not use a QWERTY keyboard. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 12/04/2017, at 04:10, Nickus de

Re: IPad Pro in place of laptop?

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
for BookShare and other specialised material Various news apps The only thing I use my Mac (2011) for is backing up my iPad and iPhone. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 12/04/2017, at 04:10, Nickus de Vos <

Re: VPN questions

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
Betternet has a free option which only automatically selects the server point. The paid version allows one to select the server location. I do not remember the price. I subscribed for a year. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent

Re: VPN questions

2017-04-11 Thread David Chittenden
I only use it on iOS. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 11/04/2017, at 15:40, Eric Oyen <eric.o...@icloud.com> wrote: > > well, > there are other access points around the neighborhood, alt

Re: VPN questions

2017-04-10 Thread David Chittenden
Correct, the app puts the appropriate information into the VPN system. The info can always be entered manually. Paying grants access to the particular VPN service networks. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone

Re: VPN questions

2017-04-10 Thread David Chittenden
I use BetterNet and VPN Unlimited. BetterNet has better accessibility with iOS VoiceOver. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 11/04/2017, at 04:33, E.T. <ancient.ali...@icloud.com> wrote: > > Eric is t

Re: Deal, free or paid vpn that works with Voiceover on Mac and iOS?

2017-04-05 Thread David Chittenden
If it is a VPN connection, it will be accessible. If it is a VPN app to access a VPN service, the app may or may not be accessible. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 6/04/2017, at 13:41, Nancy Bad

Re: accessible scientific graphing calculator?

2017-03-30 Thread David Chittenden
I found one on www.applevis.com for iOS. They may have listings for such on the mac as well. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 31/03/2017, at 10:26, May Anderson <m...@canadianlynx.ca> wrote:

Re: the new iPad 9.7"

2017-03-30 Thread David Chittenden
Apple has an press event coming up next week. I suspect we will see the new iPad Pros then. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 31/03/2017, at 03:51, Scott Granados <scott.grana...@gmail.com> wrote: > >

Re: apple earpods

2017-03-29 Thread David Chittenden
AirPods are updated automatically through iOS whenever the AirPod updates are pushed out by Apple. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 29/03/2017, at 20:49, Simon Fogarty <si...@blinky-net.com> wrote: >

Re: Let's Use Social Media to Advocate for The Visually Impaired

2017-03-23 Thread David Chittenden
everything via vision, is probably muddying the waters a bit. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +61 488 988 936 Sent from my iPhone > On 24/03/2017, at 05:41, Karen Lewellen <klewel...@shellworld.net> wrote: > > mark, > I wish to int

Re: google drive

2017-03-03 Thread David Chittenden
I use Google Drive on iOS without difficulties. The app is accessible. I do not know about Google Drive on the Mac. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 4/03/2017, at 10:03, Tim Kilburn <kilbu...@me.com> wrote

Re: Can someone refresh me on Drag and Drop?

2017-03-02 Thread David Chittenden
I have used it for moving files. I have never used it, or any other command, for creating playlists. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 3/03/2017, at 12:04, Terje Strømberg <terjestrmb...@gmail.com&

Re: Can someone refresh me on Drag and Drop?

2017-03-02 Thread David Chittenden
Yes, both locations should be visible on the screen. Note: I have not created playlists. My partner does that because she loves music. I merely enjoy her efforts. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 3/03/2017, at 11

Re: Can someone refresh me on Drag and Drop?

2017-03-02 Thread David Chittenden
, the item is moved, or VO says the drag was unsuccessful. Kind regards, David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 3/03/2017, at 11:08, Kawal Gucukoglu <kgli...@icloud.com> wrote: > > Hi Donna. > > I could n

Re: google drive

2017-03-02 Thread David Chittenden
Is this for iOS or Mac? David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 3/03/2017, at 09:20, jean parker <radiofore...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hello All: > > I am sure this has been covered before but does any

Re: Nearby Explorer vs. Blind Square?

2017-03-01 Thread David Chittenden
interact, amongst other factors. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 2/03/2017, at 16:37, Jonathan C. Cohn <jon.c.c...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I have been putting off purchasing either of these apps. I was ready

Re: Nearby Explorer vs. Blind Square?

2017-03-01 Thread David Chittenden
Unfortunately, transit does not support cities in NZ or Australia. Moovit supports the major cities in both countries. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone > On 2/03/2017, at 16:16, Jonathan C. Cohn <jon.c.c...@gmail.com&

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