RE: Calling Uber Drive From Within The App?

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Not sure, just try it and you’ll find out if It works via Wi-Fi, it might since it is some sort of Voice over Internet protocol they use. By the way, I found texting a driver at least every time I tried it rarely works well, most of the time when I’m finally in the car and I say that I texted

RE: converting a file

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Hi Vicky, Yes, it is possible, if you type “Convert .mov to MP3” or “Convert .mov to MP4” you’ll find both applications as well as online conversion websites for this. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Vicki W. Sent: Saturday, April 6, 2019 4:55 PM To: IPhone Subject: converting a

RE: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Yes, but I find the point where they are vibrating not pleasant and in a place where it is really loud that still isn’t enough. The point is that as soon as you plug up your ears and shut out the ambient noise you can hear them just fine and mine in fact came with a little plastic box with a

RE: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
I recently bought the Trekz Titanium Air which I like, but I am not 100% happy with how there is a non-adjustable band or whatever you want to call it behind your head. For me it’s wway to big and if I push it further up my head where it’s lying against my head then it doesn’t really stay there

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
If you still do the double tap and hold followed by dragging the app you are doing it the hard way. I assume you are at least on iOS 9 or 10, not actually sure any more when the easy was introduced, but all you have to do when you are on an app you want to move is to swipe down or up with one

RE: Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question?

2019-04-06 Thread Alan Lemly
Dianne, If you've successfully used other OCR apps freehand, you can do so with Voice Dream Scanner. You can set it so that it captures the picture automatically and starts reading immediately. Document manipulation isn't a requirement with VDS. You can choose to save the captured image to

RE: Voice Dream Scanner?

2019-04-06 Thread R Van Lant
Thanks for all the advice on this app. I bought it today and was so excited that the price was so low. I need something at home to read my kids homework pages and I’m thinking this will do the trick. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Dianne B

Voice Dream Scanner-I just got it-Thank you All for information!

2019-04-06 Thread Dianne B Phelps
Ok, Friends, I just went into the App Store and purchased Voice Dream Scanner. I'll look into the reader program later. Frankly, that was $6 well spent. I downloaded it, picked up a flimsy piece of mail waiting to be read. Wasn't even sure what it was. It turned out to be a batch letter from my

RE: Settings icon shows 1 update, but can't find it

2019-04-06 Thread R Van Lant
Thank you. It was the “Turn on two factor authentication”. Once I clicked into that, then I saw that it was trying to get me to do that. Appreciate the guidance! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Dave Sent: Saturday, April 6, 2019 8:58 AM To:

Re: Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question?

2019-04-06 Thread Richard Turner
Diane, Sorry about the volume and speed on the demo. But, as others have said, you can use the app free hand just fine. I only used the stand for the demo so I could do a true comparison and not have phone position be an issue. Also, you can set it to read automatically. When it is done

Re: Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question?

2019-04-06 Thread Andy Baracco
It can be used as a stand alone product. Andy - Original Message - From: Dianne B Phelps To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 06, 2019 7:19 PM Subject: Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question? First of all, I was not impressed with the NFB Technology

Voice Dream Scanner?

2019-04-06 Thread Dianne B Phelps
Thank you James for helping Richard answer one of my questions with your question. I tend to use Dianne as my stand with these things too. I'll get a stand if I must, but I have been able to free-hand take my pictures with this equipment and prefer that not having to set something up special when

Re: Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question?

2019-04-06 Thread 'Dan' via VIPhone
hello, I hold it in my hand all the time and scanned documents. It works quite well. I'm extremely impressed with Voice Dream scanner. It reads very well and documents are self contained in the iPhone not on some server somewhere else. I can't say enough, I really really really really love

Voice Dream Scanner versus KNFB question?

2019-04-06 Thread Dianne B Phelps
First of all, I was not impressed with the NFB Technology explanation as to why KNFB Reader has fallen so far behind in terms of its ability. I suspect Dr. Kurzweil may be retiring from the scene somewhat as he well deserves and NFB is fiddling around with things instead of tending to business.

Bone conduction head phones not what I expected?

2019-04-06 Thread Dianne B Phelps
I, too, have had excellent experience with Aftershokx Trekz Titanium headphones. I have some significant hearing problems and had been originally looking for something I could use with and in conjunction with hearing aids and because these fit against the mastoid bone behind the ear, they would

RE: Calling Uber Drive From Within The App?

2019-04-06 Thread Fazil M.
What about if I don’t have access to the connection via my SIM, can the call be made over WIFI via the app? Thanks! -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a

Re: Calling Uber Drive From Within The App?

2019-04-06 Thread Suzanne Wilson
Yes. You just double tap on the drivers name and then you swipe and get the option to either contact by text or by phone. However, if the phone number you were calling from is different from the one that is registered with Uber, I believe there is a way to change it on a one-time basis before

converting a file

2019-04-06 Thread Vicki W.
Does anyone know if it is possible to convert a .mov file to .mp3 or .mp4? Thanks. Vicki -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate,

Re: Calling Uber Drive From Within The App?

2019-04-06 Thread Richard Turner
>From the Uber web site. I do not know how accessible it is; but since the rest >of the app is quite accessible, it should be.Contacting Your Driver 1.

Calling Uber Drive From Within The App?

2019-04-06 Thread Fazil M.
Hi, list. I installed and used Uber a lot when I was in Pakistan in July, 2018. Uber Does not have service in Vancouver, Canada yet, however I would be in Seattle, WA on one of the future weekends where I would be using it. The app has my Pakistani number which I don't have access to and my

Re: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Andy Baracco
perhaps you are not placing the transducers properly. i have the Trekz Airs and have also had the previous models. They can get very loud, in fact, they can get to the point where they are vibrating on your head. Also, you may need to turn up the source volume. Andy - Original

Re: Settings icon shows 1 update, but can't find it

2019-04-06 Thread Mike B.
Hi, I had the same thing and it was the 2 step verification wanting to know if I wanted to enable it. After telling it not now the notification went away. Take care. Mike. Sent from my iBarstool. Book: a utensil used to pass time while waiting for the computer repairman! - Original

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Tom Rash
Well, I did reset network settings and now it works. Who knows! From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Saturday, April 6, 2019 7:17 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Any trouble moving apps? Is your screen dirty? Maybe try to clean it, sometimes

RE: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Cristobal Muñoz
They’re not really meant for the audiophile per say. Indeed, one of it’s main selling points is that you can still hear ambient noise if you’re out and about. I’m on my computer all day mainly with headphones for my business, so I kind of use these to give my ears a break whenever I can. Kind

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Karen Poulakos
I am also having trouble with this. sometimes it works, and sometimes not. I’ve been trying to move apps into a folder. I double tap and hold on the app, then slide my finger until I hear the folder name. I hold my finger on the folder, and it doesn’t open as it used to. Karen

Re: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Arnold Schmidt
I encountered this the other day when I was trying to move an app into an existing folder. I just spent 10 minutes trying to get it to malfunction again, but it is working as it should today. It was as if the selector was one position below what VoiceOver was reading, putting onto cancel drag.

Re: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Richard Turner
The volume will never be loud enough when walking in noisy traffic. That is the only downside to having your ears uncovered, which of course, is also the upside to using bone conduction. If you need the gps info while in noisy areas, there really isn't a good solution. If you just want info

Re: Settings icon shows 1 update, but can't find it

2019-04-06 Thread Dave
Hi, open settings, and swipe just past, where it says apple ID, iCloud, and your name. Then the next item, should be where the notification is. It could be a few things, like turn on something. Just double tap on it, and take it from there Once you have chosen the option you wish, it will go

Re: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Michael Feir
That's the main thing to realise about bone conduction. You're never going to get the same richness of sound that you would from earbuds or headphones. The upside is that you can't really damage your hearing with them since the sound goes through your skull. They're ideal for reading a book or

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Is your screen dirty? Maybe try to clean it, sometimes strange things happen if the screen or even just a part of it is dirty. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Tom Rash Sent: Saturday, April 6, 2019 6:47 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Any trouble moving apps? I used to

RE: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Mich Verrier
Hi Robin. I have a pair of aftershocks. They were the first pair that I got years ago when they first came out. And what you describe is what I have exspearinced as well. In this case the aftershocks that I have go around the back of your neck and rest below the ears. As you said I agree the

RE: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Larry Lumpkin
I love my treks titanium. I didn’t buy them for music but they’re just fine for gps navigation instructions. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Christopher Chaltain Sent: Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:03 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com; R Van Lant Subject: Re: bone conduction

Re: bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread Christopher Chaltain
I have a pair of Aftershokz Trekz Titaniums, and I love them. They're my go to headphones now. I find them super comfortable and the sound quality is much better then the Aftershokz Bluez which they replaced. I can see where volume might be a problem if you're in a really noisy environment,

bone conduction headphones - not what I expected

2019-04-06 Thread R Van Lant
Hi, I'm looking for input from those who have used bone conduction headphones. I recently ordered my first pair from Mystic Access after hearing a podcast on them. I had been considering this purchase for a while because my ears have been feeling sensitive to having earbuds directly in my

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Tom Rash
I used to be able to do this with no troubles. I tried moving more apps today but can’t do it. The process looks pretty normal until I drop the app in question, then it says, “Cancel drop.” Apparently it works with voice over off. Do you think resetting network settings would have any

Settings icon shows 1 update, but can't find it

2019-04-06 Thread R Van Lant
Hi, While on the home screen my Settings icon indicates I have 1 update, but I cannot figure out what it is. It's been there for many months and I'm just getting to asking about it. I have all IOS updates installed. Any idea where else I should be looking to find the supposed update? I'm

Re: The seeing ai app

2019-04-06 Thread Gerardo Corripio
Me to. Th Light Detector app got deleted off my phone. The Money Reader channel, though hasn’t been able to get a test since the Mexican pesos aren’t recognized yet, thus I’ve still Money Reader installed for. Gera Enviado desde mi iPhone SE de Telcel El 2 abr 2019, a la(s) 8:45 p. m.,

Re: The seeing ai app

2019-04-06 Thread Gerardo Corripio
I need to have Money Reader installed, and use it for Mexican pesos, until Seeing AI recognizes these, I’ll be able to give it a try to see how it compares with Money Reader. Gera Enviado desde mi iPhone SE de Telcel El 2 abr 2019, a la(s) 8:06 p. m., Mary Otten escribió: > I like

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Tom Rash
No, folder’s not in the doc. Thanks though. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Friday, April 5, 2019 11:43 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Any trouble moving apps? Hi Tom, By any chance, is the folder into which you were trying to move an app

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Tom Rash
I never had to do that before, but will give that a try. If you’re on a folder that you want to add to while in edit mode, it does ask if you want to drop said file into said folder. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Anna Dresner Sent: Friday, April 5, 2019 12:00 PM To:

RE: Any trouble moving apps?

2019-04-06 Thread Tom Rash
Thanks. I did try that. No luck. My son was able to do it for me by turning voice over off. Never had this problem before. I’ll play with it some more. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mr. Ed Sent: Friday, April 5, 2019 12:10 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE:

Re: [VoiceDreamProducts] sample of a scan done on the Fopydo Stand with KNFB Reader and Voice Dream Scanner

2019-04-06 Thread Dave
I would think so, as my friend, had one shipped to australia. Dave. From: Mary Otten Sent: Saturday, April 06, 2019 1:20 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VoiceDreamProducts] sample of a scan done on the Fopydo Stand with KNFB Reader and Voice Dream Scanner I know there has been