Re: New iPhone without tactile home button.

2022-03-09 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hi Alan, If I remember correctly, you have a new iPhone 13 mini. How do you like it? Did FlickType classic load and work ok on the new iPhone? Thanks, Chuck On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 1:19:47 PM UTC-7 Alan Lemly wrote: > Hi Chuck, > > I strongly encourage you to set up face ID on your

Apple watch OS 6.2... Not good!

2020-04-05 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello all, I just did an update on my watch to OS 6.2 and now the watch does not announce the time on the first tap.☹️ The first tap wakes the screen and then the second tap will announce whatever you happen to be on. This is much the same as my iPhone... Which makes getting the time a hassle

Re: how does flick type compared to apples slide to type?

2020-02-04 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello, I use the FlickType keyboard about 99% of the time. Usually, the only time I use the iOS keyboard is when I am using financial apps, because I prefer the number keyboard and I have to enter a lot of abbreviations. I tried the slide to type keyboard. With practice I am sure I could get

Re: Apple's AirPods-AirPod PROs & AppleWatch

2020-01-25 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
BTW >From trial and error I learned that ear pods that claim they can multi point may not work in the manner we would like. Remember we are asking these ear pods to perform in a way that they really were not designed. I sent many sets back to Amazon until I found the wireless, stereo ear pods

Re: Apple's AirPods-AirPod PROs & AppleWatch

2020-01-24 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello, I have never gotten consistent switching between my Apple Watch and my iPhone. Once my first generation AirPods stopped taking a charge, I decided to try a different brand of wireless earbuds. I find the Jabra Elite 65T wireless earbuds, work perfectly to switch between the Apple Watch

What does every one like about the new iOS update

2019-10-31 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
I also noticed that the Nearby Explorer app is working again. I am not sure if this is because of the iOS 13.2 update, or if nearby explorer updated, either way, I’m glad to see it’s back. -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any

What does every one like about the new iOS update

2019-10-29 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
The best thing about iOS 13.2, is that Fliktype keyboard is working again!  -- 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, please

How Do You Stop a Notification From Repeating More Than One Time?

2019-10-29 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello, If you go to settings, notifications, you’ll notice that each app has customizable settings for your notifications styles banners alerts etc. In each app if you go to the very bottom you will see, Repeat Alerts Button. If you double tap on this button and then select never, you will only

Are Third Party Keyboards Working in iOS 12.1.3?

2019-10-23 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello, Fliktype is not working with 13.1.2. I am to understand from the beta testers that iOS version 13.2 fixes the third-party software keyboard problems. You may want to wait for iOS 13.2 before updating your phone -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone

iOS 13.1... Third party keyboard users may want to wait.

2019-09-24 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello all, I just listened to an Applevis podcast about the new iOS 13 and iOS 13.1, and all on the panel said that third party keyboards are not working with iOS 13.1. It may be wise to wait until the developers of the third party keyboards send out an update before updating to the new iOS

Apple Watch tips

2019-09-22 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
I like my Apple Watch because it keeps my iPhone safe. I can check thyme, weather, emails, messages, stuck quotes, and news updates without having to pull my iPhone out, reducing the chance of dropping it. I can also open the garage and house doors, adjust the music I am listening, and pay for

Re: Phone Scam

2019-09-09 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello everyone, My policy on all robo calls is to ignore them. I do not listen to them at all, I hang up and then block the caller on my iPhone. No legitimate business or government agency uses robotic calls to contact their customers. I always assume everything is a scam! I also never respond

Re: How accessible is the Direct TV Now app?

2019-03-11 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
https://www.macrumors.com/2019/03/11/directv-now-raising-prices-10/ -- 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, please contact the

Re: How accessible is the Direct TV Now app?

2019-03-07 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Thank you everyone for that input. I am waiting to see what Apple will offer for a streaming app, and also like that I have Direct Tv Now as an option. I am ready to cut the cord. Chuck > > -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any

Re: apple watch sizes?

2019-02-20 Thread 'Chuck Dean' via VIPhone
Hello, No, the 42mm has been replaced with the 44mm and the 38mm has been replaced with the 40mm. This is because of the reduced bezl size. Chuck On Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at 10:03:41 PM UTC-7, Kay Malmquist wrote: > > Is there a 42 MM series 4 watch size? > Kay Malmquist >