Bluetooth Keyboard Recommendations.

Hi List, What's the most popular model of Bluetooth wireless keyboards for the Mac and IOS devices? It'd be nice to have one that folds, but isn't a must-have. When purchasing one of these, is the numpad included? Thanks, Anita -- The following information is im

List Question.

Hi List, I'm changing e-mail addresses, and need to know the process for transferring this list to my new address. Thanks. Anita -- The following information is important for all members of the viphone list. All new members to the this list are moderated by default. If you have any ques

Re: IOS 8 Released

Hi list, How well does IOS 8 work on the iPhone 4S 32 gig? Does it provide more stability, or work better on newer models? Thanks, Anita - Original Message - From: Jonathan Mosen To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2014 1:23 PM Subject: Re

Messaging question.

Hi list, is there any way to leave an audio message for someone without calling directly? Anita -- The following information is important for all members of the viphone list. All new members to the this list are moderated by default. If you have any questions or concerns about the

Re: What does the emergency services tone for the government alert sound like?

Hello. I have the free tornado app from the American Red Cross. When we had a tornado a month ago, my phone was sitting on its charger with all apps closed. The thunder was rumbling outside. I could hear it started to rain. All of a sudden a loud siren sounded followed by a voice saying, "to

Re: Anyone know of a free police/ambulance scanner

Hi. Try Scanner Radio Deluxe. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scanner-radio-deluxe/id498405045?mt=8o Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Jun 15, 2014, at 8:04 AM, "Jen Colley" wrote: > > Hi, > I was previously using the 5-0 radio fre

Re: an accessible weather app

Hello. When you first open the app, it is usually focused on locations. Do a one finger swipe to the right until you get to settings. Do a one-finger double tap on settings. Once it opens, swipe to the right until you land on notifications. One-finger double tap to select it. Once it opens

Re: an accessible weather app

Storm Shield works for me. You can check AppleVis.com for other suggestions. Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Apr 25, 2014, at 12:34 AM, terri elliott wrote: > > I'm interested in finding an accessible weather app that will read me t

Re: Is There A Talking Pedometer App?

have to own Nike sneakers. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Apr 19, 2014, at 3:39 PM, "Richard Turner" > wrote: > > Doesn't this app require the shoes with the sensor built-in from Nike? > >

Re: looking for app to endify music

Yes. It usually does. In some instances, it will give you the album name as well. I also use SoundHound, which is quite accessible. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Feb 28, 2014, at 9:53 PM, "Cathy" wrote: >

Re: podcasts on the IPhone needed

Also try www.iBlindTech.com. Garth has really done a good job explaining the features of the iPhone. Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Jan 19, 2014, at 1:48 PM, randolph demosthene > wrote: > > > can someone tell me where I can fin

Re: list of accessible iPhone games

Hi. There are about 148 games listed in the ViA app by Braille Institute. Description: ViA - By Braille Institute https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/via-by-braille-institute/id528499232?mt=8 Braille Institute is proud to introduce ViA (Visually Impaired Apps), a fully accessible app for iPod T

Re: Need Some Tips on Edit Functions

www.iblindtech.com/storage/iBT-003-Gestures101.mp3 Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Dec 17, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Gmail wrote: > > I've never had the edit rotor option come up in a text message conversation. >

Re: Touch ID only works for a couple of days

I am having the same issue! Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Dec 14, 2013, at 7:49 AM, "Robin Christopherson" > wrote: > > Dear listers > > I heard on a recent iFive podcast someone saying that t

VoiceDream Reader.

Hi list, I haven't seen my message on list, so am trying this again. How do I associate Bookshare books with VoiceDream? Got the free version and am using the iPhone 4S 32 gig. Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone"

voiceDream Reader.

Hi list, i'm trying to link my Bookshare account with VoiceDream, and it isn't working. Does this service need to be activated, in order for either the paid or pro versions of VoiceDream Reader to work effectively? Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "V

Re: passcode and touch id

Hello. You have to use a pass code with touch ID. When touch ID does not work, the phone will ask you to input your passcode. Also, the phone will require a passcode from time to time to renew your touch ID. Especially for App Store purchases. Hope this helps. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita

FYI : Fleksy

> Hi listers. Here is a response I received from the Fleksy developer: > > Regards, > Gadget Girl Anita > > Begin forwarded message: >> Hello, >> I have some good news for you. >> >> We have some promising leads on how to restore functionality for i

FYI : Fleksy

Hi listers. Here is a response from the Fleksy developer: Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Fleksy Support" > Date: December 4, 2013 at 3:13:31 AM EST > To: "Gadget Girl Anit

Re: Calorie Counter Wanted

:27PM PST > Hi Anita, > > Thank you for taking the time to contact us. Please accept our sincerest > apologies for any issues you have now run into with the app. Unfortunately, > we have noticed certain features of the app have now been hindered when using > voice over. Ou

Re: Calorie Counter Wanted

I am on IOS 7 and it does not work. The MyFitnessPal app used to work in iOS 6.1 3, but since the update, the App seems to be broken. I have written the developer of the App and will keep you posted on any responses I receive. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple

Re: Living Social app

Thanks for that answer. Much appreciated. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 13, 2013, at 2:41 PM, "Alan Paganelli" > wrote: > > I had the PC version. It's an ok app if you like dubious coupons. F

Re: Can DigitEyes use a handheld bluetooth barcode scanner?

that out there. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 6:22 PM, Gmail wrote: > > I've been thinking of getting DigitEyes to replace my I.D. Mate Summit. I > know that using DE can be a little difficult

Re: check book apps?

Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 12:46 PM, "Tom Rash" wrote: > > I got the free upgrade about two years ago. I added other accounts to it > and paid for the upgrade about six months ago

Living Social app

Hello list. Has anyone tried the living Social app? I know it is accessible and free and offers coupons to stores, restaurants, etc., at a 50 to 70 percent discount, but has anyone redeemed any coupons? I am looking for any feedback from users of this app. Thanks. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita

Re: check book apps?

Thank you for sending the info. I do not think their app is on the store anymore, as when I try to follow the link, there is nothing there. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 11:39 AM, "Tom Rash" wrot

Re: check book apps?

Hi Tom. Does Balance My Checkbook Free by Lings Designs ring a bell? I cannot find Balance either. Thanks. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 10:23 AM, "Tom Rash" wrote: > > I don't kno

Re: Translation

Hi. I attended and NFB meeting, where and they suggested the apps iTranslate and Translate as VoiceOver friendly apps. I have not personally tried them, but they liked these apps. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 2, 2

Re: weather apps

I like Storm Shield. It gives all types of alerts. You tell it which alerts you want. The app follows you around so you always have current weather information. You can also add locations. The American Red Cross also has apps called, hurricane and earthquake Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent

Re: Google app that is like Siri

Could it be Google voice? Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 1, 2013, at 12:27 PM, "Pinky" wrote: > > I just remember watching a podcast that compared Siri to a Google app that > did the same thing a

Re: finger ID

Hey Sieghard! Cut me some slack, it's almost 3 in the morning here! LOL. Thanks for the laugh. Have a good day. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 2:43 AM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > Hey An

iPhone 5s Touch ID Problems Frustrate, But Here’s a Fix

-fix/ Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself.i -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. Post a new message to VIPhone by emailing viphone@googlegroups.com. Search and view the VIPhon

Re: finger ID

up to the, I believe right, and click the done button. Hope this helps. Good luck.. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 29, 2013, at 8:04 PM, "Kathy and Wilda" wrote:e > > Yes, I have! Seeing that I had to

Re: Bard Mobile

Hi. It came up for me as BardMobile, all one word. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 12:53 AM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi > > I did a search in the app store for BARD Mobile but the BARD Mo

Re: Bard Mobile

Hi. It came up for me as BardMobile, all one word. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 12:53 AM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi > > I did a search in the app store for BARD Mobile but the BARD Mo

Re: finger ID

This morning I started experiencing the same issue. I will keep an eye on it and if it keeps occurring, I will return it to Apple. I took some lens cleaner and sprayed it on a tissue and cleaned the iPhone screen. Hopefully, that will help. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple

Re: News app

Try Hourly news. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 28, 2013, at 1:42 PM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi lifters, > > I was wondering if there is a good app that would read the latest headline > news in

Cannot edit text field in contact cards

econd occurrence. Could it be an IOS 7 bug? Thanks in advance for any feedback. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. Post a new messag

Re: brand new Iphone user! how do I?

Hello. Visit www.iBlindTech.com and listen to the informative podcasts. Once on the home page, navigate to the bottom of the page, and click on page 3, which you'll be able to start with Episode 2. Enjoy. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, ex

Re: Verizon

Hello again. The Apple store also informed me, if you purchase at full price, with no contract, you have 30 days to return an iPhone. If you purchased a phone with a contract, you only have two weeks to either cancel the contract or exchange an iPhone. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from

Re: Verizon

Hello. I was informed at the Apple store that the unlocked iPhone 5s's were not available yet. They are not being produced at this time, is what I was told. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 22, 2013, at 7:10

Re: home page question

Hello. I use a three finger swipe from right to left to advance the pages and from left to right to go backwards. You can also touch the "page 1 of 2" area and do a one finger swipe up or down to cycle through the pages. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. App

Re: Locking 4-S in portrait view

In IOS 7, touch the status bar, then do a three finger swipe up to open the control center. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 21, 2013, at 11:39 PM, Gadget Girl Anita > wrote: > > Hello. In IOS 6, double cl

Re: Locking 4-S in portrait view

Hello. In IOS 6, double click the home button to bring up the app switcher and then do a three finger swipe to the right. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 21, 2013, at 11:27 PM, "Amy Ruell" wrote: >

Re: Hand writing questions

Hello. You can do a three finger swipe to the right to insert a new line. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 19, 2013, at 3:39 PM, "Bill Gallik" wrote: > > One more, how do you insert a new line?

Re: Creating Folders on my Home Screen

I have this issue from time to time also. I find wiggling the app slowly around and on top of the app I want to create the folder with usually works. I find it more difficult to make folders in iOS 7. Good luck. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite

Re: FaceBook.

rtain action, one of them might be remove the particular photo? However, keep in mind, photos on facebook thru IOS aint always accessible. Regards JC The flip side of Inclusion is Exclusion.Joanne Chua Leaders For Tomorrow 2013 Candidate Send from my iPad On 26/08/2013, at 11:03, &

FaceBook.

since they were posted to a group I'm subscribed to and not sent directly to me. Would deleting myself from the group be the easiest solution for getting rid of them? Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. Post a new messa

App Question.

hi List, are there any accessible apps for meeting singles for the iPhone 4S? I've installed Plenty of Fish, and it seems less than useable. Looking for either a list or an app. Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Go

Pandora.

hi List, Is it possible to add a station with call letters? I know you can browse by other criteria, but if this option isn't yet available, could it be considered in a future release? Got the 4S 32 GIG and IOS 6. Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because yo

Re: is there a blind apple list?

blindapples-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: "Keith" To: "apple app list" Sent: Saturday, June 08, 2013 1:32 AM Subject: is there a blind apple list? Hi, is there a blind apple device list other than this one? I need to find some info out on how to use Itunes an

Re: dice world, alerts, and battery drain

no, i haven't experienced this, but need to know the steps for setting up my account. Thanks, Anita - Original Message - From: Paul Ferrara To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, May 24, 2013 2:29 PM Subject: dice world, alerts, and battery drain All, I

AppleVis.

Hi List, I'm trying to recover my password for Applevis, but no e-mail notification is sent to my address. Is there another way to recover a forgotten password? Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group

Re: Inquiring about bluetooth keyboard commands

www.applevis.com, or perhaps Google it. - Original Message - From: Debbie G To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 7:08 PM Subject: Inquiring about bluetooth keyboard commands Does anyone know where to go to get a list of Bluetooth keyboard commands?

Re: O.t using the gmail felter.

O.t using the gmail felter.I'm having the exact problem.Followed the steps someone posted a few weeks ago. Not sure how it works for some, and not for others. Anita - Original Message - From: Ramy Moustafa To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Re: Filter.

the "To" text field. Take care 14. apr. 2013 kl. 07:49 skrev anita : Hi List, I've tried creating a filter for this list on the Gmail server, and no messages have been moved. I followed the instructions that were posted yesterday. If someone could help me o

Re: Filter.

ause after x number of messages, folders become corrupt, or that's been my experience. Maybe I should delete more than I do. Using Windows XP Home and the latest Window-Eyes. Thanks, Anita - Original Message - From: "Teresa Cochran" To: Sent: Sunday, April 14,

Re: Filter.

"To" text field. Take care 14. apr. 2013 kl. 07:49 skrev anita : Hi List, I've tried creating a filter for this list on the Gmail server, and no messages have been moved. I followed the instructions that were posted yesterday. If someone could help me out, I'd gre

Re: Filter.

n the "To" text field. Take care 14. apr. 2013 kl. 07:49 skrev anita : Hi List, I've tried creating a filter for this list on the Gmail server, and no messages have been moved. I followed the instructions that were posted yesterday. If someone could help

Filter.

Hi List, I've tried creating a filter for this list on the Gmail server, and no messages have been moved. I followed the instructions that were posted yesterday. If someone could help me out, I'd greatly appreciate it! Thanks, Anita -- You received this message becau

Mac Groups.

Hi List, Does anyone have the address fo Mac Vissionarries, or whatever that list is called? I'm just looking for a list that talks about accessibility only if possible. Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google G

Re: IOS Question.

of 6? all works well with vo. - Original Message - From: anita To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 9:28 PM Subject: IOS Question. Hi List, Has anyone tried the latest IOS, and if so, is it worth upgrading? I know this may not be

Re: IOS Question.

- From: anita To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 9:28 PM Subject: IOS Question. Hi List, Has anyone tried the latest IOS, and if so, is it worth upgrading? I know this may not be the list to ask, but I'm considering the purchase

IOS Question.

Hi List, Has anyone tried the latest IOS, and if so, is it worth upgrading? I know this may not be the list to ask, but I'm considering the purchase of a MacBook Pro.Does anyone have one? If so, please write me off-list. Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because yo

Re: link for Voicedream podcast

MAC and iOS VOICEOVER TRAINING AND SUPPORT On Mar 11, 2013, at 11:27 PM, "anita" wrote: Is there a URL to download the podcast? Thanks, Anita - Original Message - From: Fred Olver To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday

Re: link for Voicedream podcast

Is there a URL tod download the podcast too? Thanks, Anita - Original Message - From: Fred Olver To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 7:55 AM Subject: link for Voicedream podcast The link had a couple spaces, probably because it was on two

VoiceDream.

Hi List, How much do additional voices cost for this app? Is it just an app for reading books? I thought more options were available, but maybe not. Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. To search the VIPhone public arch

Question.

Hi List, If the unthinkable happens, in that IOS products aren't accessible to us, then what to do next? Going back to MobileSpeak isn't anything I want to do! Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. To searc

Re: Accessible Ap

What is the name of the app? - Original Message - From: "Jessica Carter" To: Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2013 2:19 PM Subject: Accessible Ap Hi all, There was a free app put out by David Earnest a few days ago. It has lots of newspapers from the US, as well as lots of other count

Re: Apps Question.

groups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of anita Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2013 11:34 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Apps Question. Hi List, For months, my iPhone 4S has been stalling when installing updates to apps. I've restored my phone to factory de

Apps Question.

Hi List, For months, my iPhone 4S has been stalling when installing updates to apps. I've restored my phone to factory defaults, and the problem is still occuring. When updating, I press the "Update all"" button, and the task doesn't complete successfully. What t

Re: RINGTONE MAKER PRO!!!

Does this work on the iPhone 4S, and with Window-Eyes? - Original Message - From: Anthony Vece To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2013 2:30 PM Subject: RINGTONE MAKER PRO!!! Hi Everyone; As the subject line says, Ringtone Maker

Re: iBlindTech 35 - Pandora is ready for download

Can podcasts be downloaded or streamed only? If the ladder is possible, do I choose the save target as option? - Original Message - From: Garth Humphreys To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2012 6:27 AM Subject: iBlindTech 35 - Pandora is ready for downloa

IOS Restore Question.

from Wi-Fi to cellular data when I'm away from home, and is this the best setting to use when not connect to my Wi-Fi connection? Thanks, Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. To search the VIPhone public archi

Re: Accessible-iOS Access World/Afb site

I'd like to know the answer to this question too, thanks. On 10/10/12, Shane Clark wrote: > Well are there differences in going to the website than just using the app? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 10, 2012, at 1:29 PM, Shane Clark wrote: > >> Hi All, >> I've been reading some of Access Wor

Downgrade Question.

Hi List, I downloaded iphone4. I can't paste the filename for some reason, but the downloaded file I have claims to be for Verizon customers. At&t is my carrier. Didn't find the version I have under AT&T. Will this work? I have an iPhone 4S. Thanks, Anita --

Downgrading.

Hi list, How do I downgrade back to IOS 5 from 6? Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. To search the VIPhone public archive, visit http://www.mail-archive.com/viphone@googlegroups.com/. To post to this group, sen

Re: good dictation app

How does vlingo work, and is it accessible with VO? From: Jennie Facer Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2012 2:57 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: good dictation app I use V Dictation, and I don't think Dragon is all that bad. It doesn't talk during the first screen, but you just double t