Re: Apps and Widgets

2024-03-07 Thread John Panarese
As a side note, apparently, you can also have widgets added to your Mac desktop from you iPhone. I have not experimented with this, but I read an article talking about it. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: locked out of my macbook pro

2024-01-17 Thread John Panarese
cbook pro back in spring last year but > only had about a week to figure it out before regular work priorities > overwhelmed me for the rest of the year. I am hoping to get back to > learning VoiceOver on mac in the next month or so. > > On 1/7/24, John Panarese wrote: >>I

Re: locked out of my macbook pro

2024-01-07 Thread John Panarese
t associated with my apple id. > When I get to the recovery screen and select options and then select > my user name, I don't see an option for forgot password, although I > will try it again just to make sure :) > > On 1/7/24, John Panarese wrote: >> If you know your administra

Re: locked out of my macbook pro

2024-01-07 Thread John Panarese
ton, I hear a chord sound. >> >> I am not certain when exactly the macbook is off or when to know that >> the options window has opened. So in short I am struggling to figure >> out how to get into recovery mode. >> >> On 1/7/24, John Panarese wrote: >>

Re: locked out of my macbook pro

2024-01-07 Thread John Panarese
The recovery HD is completely accessible to VoiceOver. Once you press and hold command-r for about thirty seconds, wait a bit longer and start VoiceOver with Command-F5. This is a very comprehensive Apple Support article, but, hopefully, it can be followed. There are instructions for

Re: Here Are The Steps to Get Your iOS 17.2 iPhone / iPad to Automatically Announce When the Battery Level Falls Below or Rises Above a Certain Percentage

2023-12-17 Thread John Panarese
Works like a charm. Thank you very much for this. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE BUSINESS AFFILIATE MAC

Re: Word count on the Mac

2023-11-13 Thread John Panarese
Not a problem. I’m glad it helped. > On Nov 12, 2023, at 10:28 PM, Judy Wilkinson wrote: > > John, > Your instructions are precise, clear and accurate as always. > Thank you so much > Judy Wilkinson > > >> On Nov 11, 2023, at 10:14 AM, John Panare

Re: Word count on the Mac

2023-11-11 Thread John Panarese
about the word count and character count, etc. > On Nov 10, 2023, at 11:50 PM, Judy Wilkinson wrote: > > I’m afraid I have no idea how to do what you are suggesting how do I get to > that pop-up box? > Judy Wilkinson > > >> On Nov 10, 2023, at 9:23 AM, John Panarese

Re: Word count on the Mac

2023-11-10 Thread John Panarese
Have you tried totally uninteracting with the text and using VO-left or right arrow. There is a popup menu with the word count that, if activated, will show you additional text info. > On Nov 10, 2023, at 11:35 AM, Judy Wilkinson wrote: > > I am trying to do a word count in pages on the

Re: We Deserve Better from Apple Why I Can No Longer Recommend a Mac to Fellow Blind Computer Users.

2023-10-08 Thread John Panarese
Google Chrome, Brave and Firefox are alternative browsers to Safari on the Mac. In addition Safari in Sonoma seems to work with better results on two different machines of mine compared to Ventura. There is an old expression about people and opinions that I’m sure some folks are

Re: battery life of the 15 pro

2023-09-30 Thread John Panarese
AND SUPPORT > On Sep 30, 2023, at 1:03 PM, Dennis Long wrote: > > So at the end of the day are you at 50% 60% 5% etc? > > From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of John > Panarese > Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2023 12:48 PM > To: viphone@googlegroups.com > Subject:

Re: battery life of the 15 pro

2023-09-30 Thread John Panarese
Honestly, I say this knocking on wood, but it’s longer than even the 14 Pro. Not a considerable difference, but even with some extensive use, my battery level at the end of the day is at least 10 to 15 percent higher than it was with the 14 Pro. I will have to pay more attention, but I can

Re: Mac for the Blind Fall 2023 Online Courses Announcement

2023-09-23 Thread John Panarese
Yes, I make MP3 files available Via a Dropbox link after each session. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE

Re: Please tell me how I put pictures in the main body of the email.

2023-09-21 Thread John Panarese
I’m not sure what you are asking here. If the photos are in a text message, double tap on each image. There will be a Share option on the next screen. Choose, Mail, from there to attach the photo to an email message. This is, if I am understanding you correctly. Take Care John D.

Re: Roder

2023-09-20 Thread John Panarese
It’s in VoiceOver Settings under the Rotor section. You can select or deselect items. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED

Re: An Alarm Question

2023-09-08 Thread John Panarese
Go to the Clock app under the alarm tab. All of your alarms are listed there. You can delete them. You can tell SIRI to turn off an alarm. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE

Re: setting up e-mail on the IPhone

2023-08-31 Thread John Panarese
Start in settings and Mail. You have to add an account first and select the account type. From there, email address and password will be needed. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com

Re: Accessible GPS apps and bread crumbs

2023-03-16 Thread John Panarese
probably off in some details > but it seemed very useful and simple at the time. I don’t know what the > “light” version has for limitations, perhaps it is the number of points one > can store. Hopefully it’s still in the App Store. > > HTH, > > Jeff > >

Accessible GPS apps and bread crumbs

2023-03-15 Thread John Panarese
Hi guys, I’m trying to find an accessible GPS application for the iPhone that will offer really easy to use bread crumb features for an older gentleman who is not really tech savvy. He lives on a farm that is approximately 60 acres in size. He needs an app in which he can navigate between

Re: Mute Switch Always Says "Unmuted"

2023-03-01 Thread John Panarese
I haven’t been able to follow this thread closely, but I wonder if it is related to the voice. I use the Irish SIRI female voice, but I’m going to experiment with other voices now. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com

Re: Mute Switch Always Says "Unmuted"

2023-02-28 Thread John Panarese
I’m using a 14 Pro with the latest iOS 16 version and I am not experiencing this. VoiceOver says, muted, Or, unmuted, when I move the mute switch to either position. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: News app in IOS 16

2022-09-20 Thread John Panarese
Yes, I can confirm the behavior as well. It’s been around for iOS 15 and maybe, 14 at the end as well. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and

Re: No Function Key

2022-03-03 Thread John Panarese
Yes, the function key is usually the furthest on the left at the bottom of the keyboard. If it is a full-size keyboard with the numeric keypad, you're going to find it where the insert key would be on a PC keyboard in the six pack. Sent from John Panarese's iPhone > On Mar 3, 2022, at 12:15

Re: Deleting drafts in Mail app

2022-02-23 Thread John Panarese
You might have to put a subject into the subject field or type something into the message body as well as sending it to yourself. This has worked for me consistently. It seems that just editing the to field isn’t always enough. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel,

Re: Problem to find my iPhone in the Mac

2021-05-26 Thread John Panarese
If you are running anything later then Mojave, it’s now found through the Sidebar in Finder. Once you connect the iPhone, open a Finder window and navigate to the Sidebar. Interact and it will be down further in the list. Also note that there will be dialogs to ask you to “trust” your

Re: the faltering accessibility of DoorDash

2021-05-07 Thread John Panarese
I’m glad you brought this up. I had a coupon code too and I could not find the place to enter it. At least, as far as I could hear, there was not a place to do so. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: Update on Airpods Order

2021-03-09 Thread John Panarese
The AirPods Pros have a charging case you can either directly connect or use wireless charging for. The AirPod Max is connected by a charging cable to one of the headphones. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: AirPods Max first impressions

2021-03-08 Thread John Panarese
He might not ahve had something configured right because I’ve been told that the sound quality on my end is amazing. I’ve been using them for three weeks and have recorded on three podcasts for others. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: Wireless keyboard command question

2021-02-07 Thread John Panarese
Does command-option-f work? Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE BUSINESS AFFILIATE MAC and iOS VOICEOVER

Re: A speaking bar issue

2020-12-21 Thread John Panarese
t; Twitter: @lpnalda > >> On Dec 21, 2020, at 7:21 PM, John Panarese wrote: >> >>  You have to turn off the speak screen option in settings under >> Accessibility. It sounds like you somehow turned it on. >> >> >> Take Care >>

Re: A speaking bar issue

2020-12-21 Thread John Panarese
You have to turn off the speak screen option in settings under Accessibility. It sounds like you somehow turned it on. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT

Re: Keynote help?

2020-10-04 Thread John Panarese
Hi Jennifer, In theory, you should be able to use Power Point to edit a presentation once it’s imported from KeyNote. Again, I say, in theory, because I have not done it personally. Here is an Apple support link that others and myself have found useful:

Re: Question about update

2020-09-03 Thread John Panarese
It’s done through Finder. When you connect the iPhone to your Mac, you will first have to indicate to trust the Mac on the iPhone side and vice versa. Then, in the Finder Sidebar under Devices, you will see all of the iPhone settings like you did in iTunes. You can update from there. Take

Re: Just received an iPod Touch 7 and no wall cube

2020-08-15 Thread John Panarese
I don’t believe mine had the cube either in the box. I think it only came with the USB cable. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer

Re: Creating Events Quickly in iOS Calendar

2020-08-12 Thread John Panarese
If you use SIRI to create events, it actually is pretty easy. Schedule and event on August 15 at 2 PM titled, dentist appointment, For example. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com

Re: setting up team viewer on the mac to use with AIRA

2020-06-12 Thread John Panarese
You typically have to unlock preferences to give an app permission to use a specific MacOS feature. Normally, there is a table with the apps and a checkbox with the app that you can uncheck if you decide at any point that you don’t want to allow that app to sue that feature any longer. I

Re: I Books

2020-06-07 Thread John Panarese
itially but I’m slowly figuring it out. Just takes a little maneuvering > around the screen. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jun 7, 2020, at 4:19 PM, John Panarese wrote: >> >> It’s now called Books in iOS 13, but it is an accessible app as iBooks. It >> reads

Re: I Books

2020-06-07 Thread John Panarese
It’s now called Books in iOS 13, but it is an accessible app as iBooks. It reads PDF and ePub formatted files. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT

Re: Any opinions on the Airpods versus the Airpods Pro?

2020-05-29 Thread John Panarese
ty >> <mailto:si...@blinky-net.com>> wrote: >>> >>> Has the firmware issue in the airpods pro been corrected yet? >>> >>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> >>> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > O

Re: Any opinions on the Airpods versus the Airpods Pro?

2020-05-29 Thread John Panarese
ooglegroups.com > <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of John Panarese > Sent: Friday, 29 May 2020 1:42 PM > To: 'Kimberly Samco' via VIPhone <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> > Subject: Re: Any opinions on the Airpod

Re: Any opinions on the Airpods versus the Airpods Pro?

2020-05-28 Thread John Panarese
You might need to look at the different tips that can be changed. I had this problem at first too until I figured out that one can change the tis that insert into your ears. That made a difference for me, at least. I have only had one fall out if I accidentally pop them out with a hand when

Re: Any opinions on the Airpods versus the Airpods Pro?

2020-05-28 Thread John Panarese
I agree with all the points. I can’t say enough great things about the AirPod Pros. I loved the original ones. Don’t get me wrong. The Pros are just leaps and bounds better. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: Door dash

2020-05-22 Thread John Panarese
I don’t have to. It signs me in each time. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE BUSINESS AFFILIATE MAC and iOS

Re: Door dash

2020-05-22 Thread John Panarese
t; >> Once I add all I want to the cart, there is a button at the bottom of the >> page with the name of the restaurant and how many items I have added to the >> cart. I just tap there to continue to check out. >> >> -Original Message- From: John Panarese >>

Re: Door dash

2020-05-22 Thread John Panarese
It is working here. I’ve been using it for a few weeks now. You should get to a screen that is your cart, and then you can place your order. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE

Re: recovering a note that was just deleted

2020-05-22 Thread John Panarese
There should be a recently deleted folder when you double tap on the, folders Mac, button. I think that keeps notes up to 30 days that were deleted. I’m not sure if there are any specific requirements for this folder to show, though. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind

Re: Mac Question

2020-05-13 Thread John Panarese
You have to turn it on for it to work in the login window. In System preferences, go to Users and Groups. Select, login options, from the list of users at the bottom of the list, and then unlock the preferences. Near the middle of the login option pane, you’ll find an, Accessibility,

Re: The rotor

2020-05-06 Thread John Panarese
VoiceOver settings under the rotor allows you to select or deselect anything from the rotor. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer

Re: The rotor

2020-05-06 Thread John Panarese
I’m not sure what you are experiencing. You might be holding too long on the edit field or touching some other control on the screen? I would need more details as to what you are experiencing. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: Can I use purchased ringtones from the iTunes Store for email or just for text tone and ringtone

2020-04-20 Thread John Panarese
APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE BUSINESS AFFILIATE MAC and iOS VOICEOVER TRAINING AND SUPPORT > On Apr 20, 2020, at 11:43 AM, Jen . wrote: > > > >> On Apr 20, 2020, at 10:08 AM, John Panarese wrote: >> >>  As

Re: Can I use purchased ringtones from the iTunes Store for email or just for text tone and ringtone

2020-04-20 Thread John Panarese
As far as I am aware, they should be available to you. I have a lot of different texttones and ringtones I’ve either purchased or collected, and they are available as sound options for mail. You might have to look around on the screen as I believe they might be organized by Apple defaults

Mac for the Blind Online Courses

2020-04-19 Thread John Panarese
Hello everyone, I am posting the below with the very kind permission of our moderator, Mark. I am Hoping to spread the word and get as many interested folks as possible in online courses I plan to conduct in the near future. However, please read the blow information and only respond by way

Re: Apple card payments

2020-04-14 Thread John Panarese
You might have to call Apple from the card info screen. When you are looking at your card info, there is a, More, option. It used to be that there was an easy way to add options to how the card is paid. I only see bank accounts now. I know you can call customer service and present any

Re: Has Anyone Ordered From Little Caesars Pizza Before

2020-04-04 Thread John Panarese
gt;> to place an order and therefore the blind should be able to as well. >>>>> -- >>>>> Christopher (AKA CJ) >>>>> Chaltain at Gmail >>>>>> -Original Message- >>>>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com On B

Re: Has Anyone Ordered From Little Caesars Pizza Before

2020-04-03 Thread John Panarese
Do people actually make calls any more to order food? I prefer to call and make orders verbally than use apps if possible. Speaking to a human and specifying items when it comes to multiple orders has been much more successful to me. Doordash and Grub Hub are fine, but I just had an issue

Re: Locked out of Mac mini main screen

2020-03-25 Thread John Panarese
Depending on his version of the operating system, you can try to restart the Mac in recovery mode. Hold the command and r keys together at startup and keep them down. You should be able to access the recovery HD. From there, select, terminal, from the utilities menu and use the resetpassword

Re: Keyboard is locked!

2020-02-04 Thread John Panarese
I’m assuming that, just like on a Mac, Control-option-semicolon locks the VoiceOver keys. I haven’t looked at VO settings on the iPhone in depth, but I am of the mind this is what you did. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: iOS certification?

2020-01-24 Thread John Panarese
VOICEOVER TRAINING AND SUPPORT > On Jan 24, 2020, at 2:34 PM, TaraPrakash wrote: > > Is there any certification for voiceover ofr Accessibility of iPhone iPad and > I touch? > > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jan 24, 2020, at 9:57 AM, John Panarese wrote: >>

Re: iOS certification?

2020-01-24 Thread John Panarese
There is an Apple Certified Support Professional certification for iOS. However, I don’t know how accessible it is because I only deal with accessibility of the Mac side at the moment. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com

Re: accessibility of Capital One

2020-01-12 Thread John Panarese
I’ve been using the app for three or four years now and it is very accessible. It’s very easy to use and allows you to really keep a good handle on your cards and finances. The last time I checked and had to use it, the website was accessible. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for

Re: Question on Bose Noise Canceling 700 and iOS app

2020-01-01 Thread John Panarese
The Connect app for Bose was not really that accessible when I last used it. I needed sighted help with it. I don’t know if there is a specific app for each headset, but I had the Connect app for a while when I was using Bosenoise canceling ear buds. Take Care John D. Panarese Director

Re: Adding more than 6 complications on Apple Watch Series 4

2019-12-07 Thread John Panarese
I appreciate the info as well. I have been looking for a complication with more than five options. This works beautifully. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT

Re: copying ringtones to an iOS device from the Mac in Catalina

2019-11-25 Thread John Panarese
est, > Anna > > >> On Nov 25, 2019, at 9:05 AM, John Panarese wrote: >> >> The one thing that might be missing here for multiple selections is, yes, >> VO-Command-enter is used for multiple selection, but you have to navigate to >> each file using the VO-

Re: copying ringtones to an iOS device from the Mac in Catalina

2019-11-25 Thread John Panarese
The one thing that might be missing here for multiple selections is, yes, VO-Command-enter is used for multiple selection, but you have to navigate to each file using the VO-arrow keys and then pressing VO-Command-Enter to select that item. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the

Re: AirPods Pro

2019-11-11 Thread John Panarese
I’ve been using them for a week now. I think they are fantastic. I like them better than the original ones. The sound quality is impressive to me, and I like the fact they added an easier way to control them with the side buttons. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel,

Re: Accessing Status Bar on home screen

2019-10-01 Thread John Panarese
It works on the 11 Pro, 10S and 8 to my knowledge. The trick is you have to be in the top row of icons for it to work. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT

Re: Adding apps to Mac doc.

2019-07-02 Thread John Panarese
Locate the application you want to add to the Dock in your Applications folder and press control-command-shift-t and that will add it to the Dock. > On Jul 2, 2019, at 3:46 PM, Larry Smith wrote: > > Hi. Can someone give me the steps for adding apps to the doc. I am using a > Mac air.

Re: How to Unmute a Contact

2019-05-21 Thread John Panarese
Do not disturb has been set for that specific conversation. Flick down with one finger to select the "Show alerts", option, and double tap with one finger. > On May 21, 2019, at 8:47 PM, dani pagador wrote: > > Hi, Everyone. > > I was looking through my messages and noticed that my Mom's

Re: What's that gesture?

2019-04-19 Thread John Panarese
Quadruple three finger tap. > On Apr 19, 2019, at 2:48 PM, Donald L. Roberts > wrote: > > Please assist my very fallible memory. What is the gesture which copies the > last thing spoken by VoiceOver to the clipboard? It contains the word > "quadruple," but I can't recall the

Re: Mac OS Accessible DVD Ripper Recommendation Request

2019-02-11 Thread John Panarese
Over accessible? Or are there > unlabelled buttons. Is it free? Or is there a charge. > > Can I find Mac DVD Ripper Pro in the Mac app store or should I go to a > website. > > Thank you, > > Mark > > -Original Message- > From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone

Re: Mac OS Accessible DVD Ripper Recommendation Request

2019-02-11 Thread John Panarese
I use Mac DVD Ripper Pro. I think Hand Break might do this too, but I'm not sure. > On Feb 10, 2019, at 11:38 PM, M. Taylor wrote: > > Hello Everyone, > > I need to rip a DRM-free, home video from a DVD. > > What is the name of a good, free if possible, VoiceOver accessible DVD > ripper

Re: How to turn on descriptive video in the TV app

2018-11-19 Thread John Panarese
I don’t think you turn it on in the TV app. You just have to turn it on in Accessibility settings under media. > On Nov 18, 2018, at 8:46 PM, Kimberly wrote: > > Hi, > > In the TV app, how do I turn on descriptive video? Any help will be > appreciated. > > Thanks > > Sent from Kimber's

Re: Air Pods Volume Adjust

2018-11-18 Thread John Panarese
I don’t see an option for volume either when I go into Bluetooth settings as well on my iPhone XS. > On Nov 18, 2018, at 4:38 PM, Andy Baracco wrote: > > Hi! > > An earlier post said that the volume of the Air Pods could be adjusted using > the double tap. i went into Settings,

Re: Question about charging the phone

2018-10-30 Thread John Panarese
tes, and the iPhone 6 is old now! Wow, > it looks like I just might miss my old phone. LOL! > Janet > , I > > -Original Message- > From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of > John Panarese > Sent: Tuesday, October 30

Re: Question about charging the phone

2018-10-30 Thread John Panarese
Connecting your phone to a computer is always going to be a much slower charge. I would plug it into the wall instead. It should only take an hour or two to fully recharge from a low to completely dead state back up to 100 percent. > On Oct 30, 2018, at 3:52 PM, janet gross wrote: > >

Re: Question about voice dream reader content sources

2018-10-15 Thread John Panarese
has-been, a spirt is a drip under pressure. -- Bruce U. > Utah Phillips > > > 礪 > > On Oct 15, 2018, at 6:52 AM, John Panarese <mailto:jpanar...@gmail.com>> wrote: > >> Is there a way to get in touch with the developer and ask him? This is >>

Re: Question about voice dream reader content sources

2018-10-15 Thread John Panarese
Is there a way to get in touch with the developer and ask him? This is driving me crazy because it's got her completely at whit's end. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE

Re: IOS 12 question

2018-10-08 Thread John Panarese
It's still here on my iPhone 8. It's the last item under accessibility shortcuts. It used to be at the top of the screen, but it's apparently in alphabetical order, so it's at the bottom. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: Moving files in iOS 12

2018-09-21 Thread John Panarese
It's the same as iOS 11. You have to choose, edit mode, by swiping down with one finger. Then choose, drag app name. Go to where you want to move the app and swipe down with one finger to hear your options. Double tap on the one you wish. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the

Re: removing an app

2018-08-29 Thread John Panarese
Provided you are running iOS 11: 1. Swipe down with one finger when you are on the app you want to delete and double tap with one finger when you hear, Editmode. 2. Swipe down with one finger again and when you hear, delete, double tap with one finger. 3. Confirm you want to delete the app

Re: My first Apple Watch – series 3

2018-05-09 Thread John Panarese
you for your help. > > Donna > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 9, 2018, at 9:22 AM, John Panarese <jpanar...@gmail.com > <mailto:jpanar...@gmail.com>> wrote: > >> The easiest thing to do is choose a watch face that includes the battery >> indic

Re: My first Apple Watch – series 3

2018-05-09 Thread John Panarese
; > Donna > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 9, 2018, at 7:01 AM, John Panarese <jpanar...@gmail.com > <mailto:jpanar...@gmail.com>> wrote: > >> Hello, >> The notification center for the Apple Watch can easily be reached from >> the main s

Re: My first Apple Watch – series 3

2018-05-09 Thread John Panarese
Hello, The notification center for the Apple Watch can easily be reached from the main screen by flicking up or down with one finger until you hear, notifications. Double tap with one finger and you'll be able to view all of your notifications. I have paired my Air Pods, though it

The OMKBWTABSUS bluetooth keyboard with VoiceOver

2018-03-22 Thread John Panarese
Does anyone know how well the OMKBWTABSUS bluetooth keyboard works with VoiceOver on an iPhone or an iPad. I have a client who is attempting to use one, but it seems some of the key combinations will not work. In particular, the control key doesn't seem to function as expected. Take Care

Re: Firefox on the Mac.

2018-03-18 Thread John Panarese
It is accessible, but there are two specific issues. First, it can be sluggish with some sites with VoiceOver. Secondly, the rotor option with VO-u and general VO navigation doesn't always seem to register with all sites. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631)

Re: Please help with website if possible

2018-03-14 Thread John Panarese
> <https://m.facebook.com/groups/1442152382752404?_rdr> > > On Mar 14, 2018, at 1:19 PM, John Panarese <jpanar...@gmail.com > <mailto:jpanar...@gmail.com>> wrote: > >>OK. I see that. That is very odd. I wonder if it's the design of the site >> or some kind o

Re: Please help with website if possible

2018-03-14 Thread John Panarese
p://www.my-soylscents.com/Dandi0821> > Also join my Facebook group we will play awesome games and I will have > several giveaways monthly > https://m.facebook.com/groups/1442152382752404?_rdr > <https://m.facebook.com/groups/1442152382752404?_rdr> > > On Mar 14, 2018,

Re: Please help with website if possible

2018-03-14 Thread John Panarese
On my iPhone 8 using iOS 11.26 on the AT network, I see one candle option with two different scents if I click on the .JPG image. I think there is are two prices shown. Is that what I'm supposed to be seeing? Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: Attachments how to send from albums that are videos.

2018-03-12 Thread John Panarese
You need to choose to share the video. Then, from the share screen, choose, Mail. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED

Re: iPhone X a disappointment? Here's what real people think, CNET

2018-02-12 Thread John Panarese
I know, off the top of my head, seven people using the iPhone X, including my sister, brother in-law and cousin, and they all have told me they love it. A couple had to get used to the lack of a home button and complained about it the first few weeks, but it doesn't bother them any more.

Re: Making Siri work better for me

2018-01-17 Thread John Panarese
Instead of saying, call "person name", try, dial "person name". I have had much more success. Also, for directions, I try to be specific. "give me directions to the closest IHOP to my current location" for example. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631)

Re: Simple question regarding Voiceover

2018-01-15 Thread John Panarese
It's the last setting in Accessibility called, Accessibility Shortcut. You can set the triple click home option to VoiceOver there. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE

Re: Touch ID While Charging

2018-01-14 Thread John Panarese
If you read some articles out there, that is how they suggest you do it. Also, using the thumbs as your primary means for Touch ID is also recommended over other fingers. When setting up Touch ID, try to place your finger in different angles each time you place it. This gives you a much

Re: voice message question

2018-01-07 Thread John Panarese
gt; > From: viphone@googlegroups.com > <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>[mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com > <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>] On Behalf Of John Panarese > Sent: Sunday, January 7, 2018 5:16 PM > To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@goog

Re: voice message question

2018-01-07 Thread John Panarese
Shar it with yourself as an email and send it to yourself. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer AUTHORIZED APPLE STORE BUSINESS

Re: Apple Denies You the Choice

2017-12-04 Thread John Panarese
I thought it only asks you a few times, but then goes away. I have a few clients who prefer not having touch ID or even a Passcode in use. That is their choice. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website,

Re: Is anyone using Watch OS 4 with a first generation Qpplewatch?

2017-09-26 Thread John Panarese
It's a little slow at times in responsiveness. At least, that is what I am experiencing here. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email, j...@macfortheblind.com Website, http://www.macfortheblind.com APPLE CERTIFIED SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and Trainer

Re: IOS11 and moving apps not working

2017-09-25 Thread John Panarese
aven’t kept up too much > with the iPod Touch devices. > > > From: viphone@googlegroups.com > <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>[mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com > <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>] On Behalf Of John Panarese > Sent: Monday, Septem

Re: IOS11 and moving apps not working

2017-09-25 Thread John Panarese
As was also pointed out by someone else, you have to have a light touch on the double tap. If you do it too hard, you envoke the 3D touch response. It took me a few tries to get the hang of it. Take Care John D. Panarese Director Mac for the Blind Tel, (631) 724-4479 Email,

Re: Siri is still pretty stupid

2017-09-23 Thread John Panarese
I've actually not noticed anything different in iOS 11 than iOS 10 with SIRI. Sometimes, she works brilliantly, and if you take the time to work with her and learn how to ask things, she does a fantastic job. In other instances, you get the imp version of SIRI who seems to decide that

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