Re: VoiceOver transmitting in zoom meetings

2021-03-04 Thread Jürgen Fleger
Yes, I experience this as well. But only if I use the EarPods. I guess the microfone is too close to the headphone. So try to use another headphone best not a headset but a simple headphone. All the best Jürgen Von meinem iPhone gesendet > Am 04.03.2021 um 22:14 schrieb Chris Moore : > >

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread Karen Lewellen
also, be sure you are trying the second link. granted, I am working in a lower graphics environment, but the second site link worked fine for me, with my discovering my email address has not been compromised. Quite the peaceful thing to learn given how many years I have used this one. Kare

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread Lorie McCloud
I don't think the site is for sale. I've gotten that message with another site that I know is active. I don't have any idea what causes this. > On Mar 4, 2021, at 9:48 PM, Eric Oyen wrote: > > Matt, > > Apparently that domain is up for sale. I keep getting a site that says it’s > parked.

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread Eric Oyen
Matt, Apparently that domain is up for sale. I keep getting a site that says it’s parked. Clicking on the other links doesn’t reveal an edit box in which to enter the data (in this case, email). I thought you would want to know. -Eric > On Mar 4, 2021, at 4:59 PM, 'Matthew Dierckens' via

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
No. I've seen that warning. this was different. Donna > On Mar 4, 2021, at 7:17 PM, Brad Snyder wrote: > > Probably none of those. > If you are using the same password on multiple sites, Apple will warn you, > and recommend you do something about it, though their information is usually >

Re: Passcode on Apple watch

2021-03-04 Thread Gerard Doody
Hi Everyone. I have found that if you swipe your apple watch can tell you how many numbers you have written in your passcode text field. M It used to click, and I wish that would come back, but they don’t want to revitalize the clicks which worked great. Lately, However, to find out how many

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread Brad Snyder
Probably none of those. If you are using the same password on multiple sites, Apple will warn you, and recommend you do something about it, though their information is usually vague. - Brad - On Mar 4, 2021, at 17:56, 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries wrote: I figured that was probably the

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
Thanks, Matt. Donna > On Mar 4, 2021, at 6:35 PM, 'Matthew Dierckens' via MacVisionaries > wrote: > > Hi here is the correct link. > https://haveibeenpwned.com > >> God bless. >> Matthew Dierckens, >> Certified assistive technology specialist >> Macintosh, iOS,

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Matthew Dierckens' via MacVisionaries
Hi here is the correct link. https://haveibeenpwned.com > God bless. > Matthew Dierckens, > Certified assistive technology specialist > Macintosh, iOS, and windows Trainer > On Mar 4, 2021, at 19:30, 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries > wrote: > > Matt, when I click on this link, I just get

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
Matt, when I click on this link, I just get a prompt to buy the domain. Cheers, Donna > On Mar 4, 2021, at 5:59 PM, 'Matthew Dierckens' via MacVisionaries > wrote: > > Hi. I got this same message when logging in to my banklast night. > If you go to www.haveibeenponed.com

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
Yikes! Much scarier getting that message from your bank. Hope all is OK. Thanks for the link. Donna > On Mar 4, 2021, at 5:59 PM, 'Matthew Dierckens' via MacVisionaries > wrote: > > Hi. I got this same message when logging in to my banklast night. > If you go to www.haveibeenponed.com

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Matthew Dierckens' via MacVisionaries
Hi. I got this same message when logging in to my banklast night. If you go to www.haveibeenponed.com and type in your email address it will tell you if your email address has been compromised. > God bless. > Matthew Dierckens, > Certified assistive technology specialist > Macintosh, iOS, and

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
I figured that was probably the case, but it sure would be nice to have better information. I would think if book share had been hacked, they would’ve put some thing on their site or let people know somehow. The only other option I can see that that leaves us that my Mac is compromised, and if

Re: strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread Brad Snyder
Sounds like a notification from the Safari Saved Passwords utility feature of iCloud Keychain. I don’t know where Apple gets this information from, or if it is creditable. I suppose what action you decide to take is up to you. - Brad - On Mar 4, 2021, at 17:16, 'Donna Goodin' via

strange message when logging into Bookshare from my Mac

2021-03-04 Thread 'Donna Goodin' via MacVisionaries
Hi all, Just a minute ago, I logged into Bookshare and VO spoke the following message: Your password has been discovered in a data leak and should be changed." I have never seen this message before. Does anyone know what to do about it? I mean, obviously I can change my password, but I'm

Re: Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread 'Robert Cole' via MacVisionaries
I am using PDF Pen 8 with Catalina. But when I move to Big Sur I will need to upgrade it, or purchase another app. Most apps have Trials, so you can check it out to see if its the one for you. Another app is Prizmo. I have not tried it in years. You can also try Fine Reader. Thanks, Rob > On Mar

Re: VoiceOver transmitting in zoom meetings

2021-03-04 Thread Brad Snyder
That would certainly do it, though this should not be on by default. It is possible to share your screen, without sharing your computer’s sound, if that is what you need to do. - Brad - On Mar 4, 2021, at 15:23, Gabe Griffith wrote: Hello, It sounds like you are sharing your screen, or at

Re: VoiceOver transmitting in zoom meetings

2021-03-04 Thread Brad Snyder
I use Zoom with VoiceOver on my Mac quite extensively, and have never experienced this problem Makes me wonder what kind of headphones/microphone you are using. - Brad - On Mar 4, 2021, at 15:14, Chris Moore wrote: Hello, When using the mac with zoom, VO is transmitting to the meeting even

Re: Newspaper archives

2021-03-04 Thread Karen Lewellen
Ian, While I have not used voiceover for research, I feel comfortable stating that the screen reader in and of itself, does not impact archive accessibility. Since you are doing university related research, starting with their library, and associated network libraries may be the smartest

Re: Newspaper archives

2021-03-04 Thread dan d.
Before the time of the internet newspaper archives were on microfilm. Some major papers have put those images online but will require ocr to access them. On Thu, 4 Mar 2021, Ian Harrison wrote: > Hello listers, > > I am doing a dissertation in the UK and need to access newspaper archives >

Re: VoiceOver transmitting in zoom meetings

2021-03-04 Thread Gabe Griffith
Hello, It sounds like you are sharing your screen, or at least your audio. You may want to check your sharing options. Gabe > On Mar 4, 2021, at 1:14 PM, Chris Moore wrote: > > Hello, > When using the mac with zoom, VO is transmitting to the meeting even when > using headphones. The

Re: Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread Dave Carlson
I use an Epson scanner and have done so for over 15 years. The OCR function is better, the more you pay. Docuscan is the most expensive, but the most full-featured. Around $300 I think. Ouch! Dave Carlson Oregonian, Engineer, Musician, Farfar, Woodworker, and Pioneer On Mar 4, 2021, at 12:29

VoiceOver transmitting in zoom meetings

2021-03-04 Thread Chris Moore
Hello, When using the mac with zoom, VO is transmitting to the meeting even when using headphones. The only way to stop this is to mute my audio. Has anyone else experienced this, and are there any other workarounds? TIA Chris -- The following information is important for all members of the

Re: Passcode on Apple watch

2021-03-04 Thread Chris Moore
A couple things: First, if your iPhone is handy, you can put your watch on your wrist and unlock your phone to avoid entering the passcode. Second, rather than swiping on your watch, you can simply move your finger on the watch face until you land on the digit, then double-tap. Chris -- The

Re: Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread CHUCK REICHEL
Hi Dave, Thanks. What I'm looking for is something that is very dependable. Bullet proof if you may! :) So what software and hardware scanner might you suggest? I've heard about the Kurzweil reader but thought there must be something out now that does the same job without the Kurzweil price!.

Re: Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread Dave Carlson
Seems like Docuscan, Abbey Fine Reader, or one other I can’t recall. All are software versions for the Mac that will work with scanned documents or PDF files. But not cheap. I miss Openbook with its handy camera. Dave Carlson Woodworker, Oregonian, Pioneer, Musician, Engineer, and Farfar On

Re: Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread Anders Holmberg
Hi! I don’t know really. I only use Voice Dream Scanner on my Iphone. But I was thinking of getting a small scanner and our software for the Mac. Finereader or something like that. /A > 4 mars 2021 kl. 18:41 skrev CHUCK REICHEL : > > Hi List, > What is the best set up for doing ocr these days? >

Re: Passcode on Apple watch

2021-03-04 Thread Anders Holmberg
Hi! I use a passcode and I first swipe to the digit I want and double tap on that. It is a bit tricky in the beginning but you will get used to it. /A > 4 mars 2021 kl. 16:23 skrev Paul Hopewell : > > Hello, > I have recently acquired an Apple Watch SE running the latest Watch OS. I use > my

Best OCR solution for the mac with VoiceOver?

2021-03-04 Thread CHUCK REICHEL
Hi List, What is the best set up for doing ocr these days? Software? Printer scanner? Thanks Chuck -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post

RE: Newspaper archives

2021-03-04 Thread jazzdressage
Hello, Ian, Typically university libraries have access to such material. Have you tried your university's online library? Also, you may try Google Scholar. Scholar.google.com I think is the URL. I hope this helps. Vaughn -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com On

Re: Passcode on Apple watch

2021-03-04 Thread sassyblindgirl
The only I know to enter my passcode is by using the double tap method. Sent from my iPad > On Mar 4, 2021, at 10:23 AM, Paul Hopewell wrote: > > Hello, > I have recently acquired an Apple Watch SE running the latest Watch OS. I use > my Apple Watch for haptic time and for tracking health

Passcode on Apple watch

2021-03-04 Thread Paul Hopewell
Hello, I have recently acquired an Apple Watch SE running the latest Watch OS. I use my Apple Watch for haptic time and for tracking health data such as heart beat and exercise data. For security reasons I would rather not have private data such as Mail, Messages, Contacts, Wallet and Calendar

Re: Apple mail on Mac

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Re: Audio editing?

2021-03-04 Thread Anders Holmberg
Hi! TwistedWave seems quite simple but I am not sure how functional it is. Amadeus Pro though has a lot of functions. /A > 4 mars 2021 kl. 05:17 skrev Lorie McCloud : > > thanks. that's good to know. I looked at Twisted Wave too but thought > Amadaeus Pro would be better. I'm looking for

Newspaper archives

2021-03-04 Thread Ian Harrison
Hello listers, I am doing a dissertation in the UK and need to access newspaper archives going back to the first world war. Has anyone come across a voiceover friendly archive site? I don’t mind paying for access. With many thanks Ian -- The following information is important for all