Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Thank you for your response. I find it ironic that we blind people ask sighted people for excess ability to things we cannot use, but yet we can't be bothered to make a program that would be accessible in a way that sighted people most frequently access devices. Michael > On Jul 26, 2016, at

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Totaly agree! some blind people, expect everything for free! Dave. -Original Message- From: Aleeha Dudley Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 7:33 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting Really? You want to find a developer who

Hop stop... Aka transit ap questions.

Hi all. Has anyone used this ap? Will it tell you bus stops as you are passing them? I know blind square will... But what is the difference between the ap hopstop and blind square for public transportation? Just curious. Thanks Jenifer Barr Jenifer571 on dice world Sent from my iPhone -- The

re blindfold RS games

Sorry, i guessed wrong!! it’s called Blindfold RS Games. it’s been a long day. lol. Dave. -- 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

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Really? You want to find a developer who will do it for free? Blind people have to eat, too. And, even if they did find someone to do it for free, you might sacrifice quality. So many blind people are so entitled. They think that everything should be free to them because they’re blind.

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

You would be hard pressed to find blind people with the skills required to produce iOS apps. it's a very new area of expertise for everyone and especially for blind programmers. the original developers of these games did so with knowledge gained over years of programning knowledge and as a

RE: What is with Audible?

Thank you, I generally buy on the computer and they show up in the app to be downloaded but these two books are not, wondering if it is because I forgot to change my credit card number with Audible and was not aware of it until two months passed. I can buy, just can't get them to show up so I

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

The original developers were able to create the apps for free. Why couldn't they have found blind people within the community willing to work for free to port the app? Michael > On Jul 26, 2016, at 11:24 AM, Mary Otten wrote: > > I may not buy these games, as I am not

Roger and public groups

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Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

i'm guessing, its called RSS games. -Original Message- From: Steve Sweeney Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 6:27 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting Hi, What is the app called? -Original Message- From:

Re: powerbank/external battery sugestions/questions

I remember that knee-jerk reaction. I showed my case to a coworker shortly after I got it, and my coworker was pleasantly surprised. The case itself was thinner than the Otterbox Defender case that I previously had for my phone, and seems to slip easier in and out of my pocket than the Otterbox.

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

if it's not worth it to you, don't buy them. But what's the point of complaining on list? Those who will want it will find it worth it, and those who don't, won't. The other thing you have to remember is that Apple charges a developer fee each year to keep apps in the App Store. And, yes, maybe

attaching to an email from mp3 recorder, how?

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Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

sorry, not sure if you are refering to my comment. but if you were? i am in agreement with you. -Original Message- From: Scott Davert Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 7:58 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting if it's not

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hello, People will hate me for this... I'm trying it now, but, considering it's free on windows, I'm at a loss, as to why I should pay on IOS, just because kid friendly software produced it. I'll play with windows, ι think, but nice to have this option. maybe I'll write the developers in a

Re: What is with Audible?

I agree with these recent messages. Rose, if you can't figure out what is causing the books you purchased not to be available, I suggest calling the usually very helpful toll-free tech support and having them help you get to the bottom of things. You should be able to do all of this in the

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

That blind freeloader mentality rears its ugly head yet again. -Original Message- From: Dave Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 11:41 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting Totaly agree! some blind people, expect everything

Turning Off Alarm Clock

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ignore post on attaching from mp3 recorder

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Re: What is with Audible?

That is a good point about the Amazon ID. That changed sometime ago, and there was a point again sometime ago, where I was no longer able to use my old audible ID and had to change to my current Amazon ID. Hopefully, if this change happened only when roses subscription was discontinued and then

Re: pretty exciting

I don't really have a problem with people following or not following links, but I'm not sure why people feel compelled to tell 1400 other blind people that they're not following a link. If you want to follow it then follow it and if you don't then hit the delete key. For me, the fact that

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hi, but why are they free on the PC? what do they live off? Sent from my iPhone 5S > On 26 Jul 2016, at 4:46 pm, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > This is mentioned in the article. It also mentions that for a one-time price > of $37 you have unlimited access to all games. We all

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hi, press return. Sent from my iPhone 5S > On 26 Jul 2016, at 5:28 pm, Nishi wrote: > > Can you guys please tell me how to log in to this app as I am not getting any > button to log in after I type in my user name. > Any help will be appreciated. > Thanks and

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I'm not sure, but personally I believe they shouldn't be. I feel they should charge you for at least the client, since it does take time and money to keep that updated at the very least. Sent from my iPhone 6S Plus > On Jul 26, 2016, at 7:38 PM, rajmund wrote: > > Hi,

RE: What is with Audible?

I have no idea whether any of the below comments will affect the issue Rose is having with Audible but since we're talking about Audible, I have some comments about it. 1. I'm not having any problems with getting books purchased from Audible and added to my library presented appropriately in

tunein radio favorites question

Hi, I added a couple of channels to my favorites by accident, but can't figure how to delete them from the favorites list in tunein radio. Can someone please let me know how to delete them? Thanks, Don -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

A company can set whatever price they want. I'm not sure why there's so much talk about fairness here. If you think the games are worth it then pay for them, if not, then don't. If they're charging too much then they'll either lower the price or they'll go out of business. It's their call. I

searching and getting an app

Hi okay tonight I was trying to get an app from the app store. I have the latest updates on my phone it is the SE. I am using voice over to do the job. I can get the name in I want but cannot figure out how to get the app. So I was trying to get the TuneIn Radio app. I got and couldn't get

RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hi okay I haven’t ever played games on my computer or phone but if I did want to I would think the cost should be the same. So computer is free you say why can’t they charge the same in the middle so people feel better about this. What is the best games out there for a beginner. I am asking

Re: Turning Off Alarm Clock

I usually just hit the up volume control, although I imagine pressing either of them will work. Keep in mind that if your alarm is on snooze, pressing the volume only will turn it off until snooze causes it to alarm again. So, I either have to go into clock and turn it off completely, or tell

The Direct tv app

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Numbers or dates

Hi, is there a way to set the phone to wear when it reads out numbers or dates, it doesn't say link all the time? Sent from my iPhone -- 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

Re: Best ap for notifying when I'm at my bus stop?

Is this app available in Australia? I tried to search for the app but I couldn't find it. Margaret Sent from my iPhone > On 26 Jul 2016, at 3:25 PM, Brett wrote: > > > Hi, > > I haven't read all the replies to this thread, so someone else may have > already

Re: Best ap for notifying when I'm at my bus stop?

Hi Margaret, Yes, it is available in australia, but it isn't spelled as it sounds. The dramas of being a blindy! The correct spelling is: Moovit Searching under that spelling will turn it up in the app store. Cheers, Brett. Cheers Brett. > On 26 Jul 2016, at 4:43 PM, Margaret Booth

RE: What is with Audible?

And to add to that, I rarely even have to refresh. As soon as I buy a book and go to the Cloud tab in Audible the book is usually there. If it is not then try to go to Settings and tap the Refresh Library button. Keep in mind that this is different from the refresh button that is there on the

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I'm really starting to agree with the poster who said something about people being entitled, and thinking everything should be free on all platforms if it is free on the others. For one thing, I don't think it should be free on Mac and Windows. It takes time for them to develop the games, as

RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Maybe not all blind people want to work for free, either. Anyhow, why not just agree to disagree, those who think it's ridiculous to pay can play for free on the computer and those who like having access to the games on their iOS devices and who don't mind paying somebody for their effort can

Re: roger update

Having the same problem. Also, when i first double tapped on each of the 3 buttons, one said something, family, Team, and Friends. when i went back out of these buttons, there seems to be no way of getting them back. and how you view public groups, seems to have disappeared! Dave.

RE: Numbers or dates

+1 JR -Original Message- From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 1:44 AM To: CISG Cc: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Numbers or dates Hi, is there a way to set the phone to wear when it reads out numbers or dates, it doesn't say

Re: roger update

Hi, I installed the app with no problems, but once I go into a group, how do I go back to the list if I don't want to participate in the group anymore? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2016, at 7:07 AM, Maria Chapman wrote: > > HI. > > is anyone having problems

roger update

HI. is anyone having problems with the new Roger update? When I first opened the app, I got an add conversation button, and 2 add buttons. When I double tapped on them to see what they were, and backed out again, they disappeared. Now all I have is the add conversation button. The voice

RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I almost didn't read this because the subject was very vague. I took a chance and when I saw that the link was to Blind Bargains, I checked it out. I've not been an RSS games player, but this might be worth checking out. Here is the full text of the article: RS Games shuts the box on only

RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I must say this is fantastic news and I have just downloaded the app and think It is wonderful as it allows you to play against other people online and to see who is available to play against. Thanks for letting us all know about this and thank you and well done to the developers. Regards

Re: roger update

The public groups. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2016, at 8:35 AM, Dave wrote: > > what kind of group, are you refering to? > > Do you mean a group, that you created yourself, or one of those public > groups, that i can no longer find? > > Dave. > >

Re: Questions regarding the IPod

There's also the chance that when the new devices come out this fal, the iPod 6th gen may drop in price. I don't know if Apple will update the iPod line, just throwing something out. While having the latest and greatest may not be important for you, realize that as time goes by, certain new

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Sorry I wasn't more specific on the original description. It was a long hot day here in Dallas TX and I was ready to crash for the evening. On 7/26/2016 9:15 AM, christopher huby wrote: I must say this is fantastic news and I have just downloaded the app and think It is wonderful as it

Re: Numbers or dates

Jeremy is just agreeing with Simon. On 26/07/16 07:03, 'Simon w' via VIPhone wrote: I don't know what was supposed to be in this message, but Terrace just a number in here. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 26, 2016, at 7:45 AM, Jeremy wrote: +1 JR -Original

Re: Numbers or dates

I don't know what was supposed to be in this message, but Terrace just a number in here. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2016, at 7:45 AM, Jeremy wrote: > > +1 > > JR > > > -Original Message- > From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone

Re: roger update

what kind of group, are you refering to? Do you mean a group, that you created yourself, or one of those public groups, that i can no longer find? Dave. -Original Message- From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 12:44 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re:

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I have tried to get sighted people to play these games, but they do not like the web interface, and find the lack of graphical user interface on the computer offputting. Does the iPhone version have a graphical user interface? Michael > On Jul 26, 2016, at 10:30 AM, Gordon

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

No. Sent from my iPhone 6S Plus > On Jul 26, 2016, at 12:12 PM, Michael Malver wrote: > > I have tried to get sighted people to play these games, but they do not like > the web interface, and find the lack of graphical user interface on the > computer offputting. Does the

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

hi Yolie thing is it says after seven days you have to pay for the games where is on the computer they are free unless I am missing something but when I went into each game last night it told me I only had seven days left for free to try them out > On Jul 26, 2016, at 10:17 AM, Gordon

RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

This is mentioned in the article. It also mentions that for a one-time price of $37 you have unlimited access to all games. We all have to make a living and while I am not much into playing games, for somebody who is I understand this is not a bad deal. Regards, Sieghard -Original

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Can you guys please tell me how to log in to this app as I am not getting any button to log in after I type in my user name. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks and regards, Nishi. Sent from my iPhone > On 26-Jul-2016, at 7:02 PM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > I

Re: pretty exciting

A little more information would be appreciated. This tells nothing about what this could be. -Original Message- From: Gordon Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 12:12 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: pretty exciting I haven't seen this out here yet, so I figured I'd post it. If

Re: powerbank/external battery sugestions/questions

If you can afford one, the Apple Smart Battery Case is also a good investment. These are $100 in US currency, and work with the iPhone 6/6S, but not the plus models. When the phone is in the case, you can view the charge status for both the case and the phone from the notification center. When

Re: roger update

how did you find the installed public groups, in todays update? Me and my sister, kind find the publics groups at all! Dave. -Original Message- From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 2:23 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: roger update The public groups.

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

This isn't worth it. Its terrible that they charge an unreasonable price. Don't buy into this scam, just play for free on your computer.. . Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > This is mentioned in the article. It also mentions that

RE: powerbank/external battery sugestions/questions

Let's hope Apple makes it look as Apple products should. When this first came out the fact that apparently it is quite ugly was the joke of the week on quite a few of the Apple Podcasts. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

It is worth it if you enjoy playing the games. yes you can play on your computer, however a lot of people are really going to enjoy this including myself. On 7/26/2016 10:13 AM, CrazyEyez wrote: This isn't worth it. Its terrible that they charge an unreasonable price. Don't buy into this

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Sure, hit enter and it will advance you to enter your password. Enter your password and hit enter again to login. This is just like playing on your computer. Use the same username and password you would use on your computer. Once you are playing a game, dlick up and down to select your cards.

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I may not buy these games, as I am not much of a game player. But I always wonder what goes into the thinking when people come on and say "this isn't worth it". Just do it for free some other way. How do you suppose this got ported to iOS? You think whoever did the programming did it for free?

RE: What is with Audible?

I am not seeing the two books I ordered in June on my iPhone app, can see them on the computer but can't download like I did in the past and select my iPhone. Rose Combs roseco...@q.com -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Honestly, it charges over $50 canadian for me to buy the bundle to be able to play all the games. Quite ridiculous. If I were sighted, I could find an app to play for free. People make these apps, and rip you off because you are blind. How fair is that? Also, kid friendly software games aren't

RE: What is with Audible?

Not acceptable, really, this is ridiculous. I just renewed my service after a couple of months when I did not realize it was not working, if they don't institute a fix soon I will discontinue it again, it isn't like I can't find loads of reading/listening material. Rose Combs

RE: What is with Audible?

Yes, get I have, but using computer this time as books are not showing on the app, not the two I am trying to get, the ones I bought after renewing my account! Rose Combs roseco...@q.com -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

I totally agree. Nearly $40 for something that’s free on other platforms? You gotta be kidding. /Krister > 26 juli 2016 kl. 17:13 skrev CrazyEyez : > > This isn't worth it. > Its terrible that they charge an unreasonable price. > Don't buy into this scam, just play for

RE: What is with Audible?

Yes, well in January when I downloaded a book on the computer it asked if I wanted it to go to my iPhone or iPad and then told me next time I opened the app it would be there. Now I am not asked but am not seeing the two books I bought after renewing my account of the iPhone to be downloaded.

whatsapp update

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Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hi list. While I agree with a lot of what is said here, one thing you guys need to realize is RS games itself did not make that happen. They collaborated with another developer, which is the main reason why they are charging to play some of the games. As everybody knows, developing apps is all

Re: pretty exciting

I'm another who won't follow a link blindly without some kind of clue. R. - Original Message - From: "MamaPeach" To: Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 3:31 PM Subject: Re: pretty exciting A little more information would be appreciated. This

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

They don't rip you off because you're blind. I purchased the KNFB reader which my daughter can do for free since she's sighted. But I was happy to be able to purchase the KNFB reader for a fraction of what it was back in 2010 which people were paying over $1,500 for that ability. RS games on

Re: roger update

I just explore the screen, once the app was installed Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2016, at 11:03 AM, Dave wrote: > > how did you find the installed public groups, in todays update? > > Me and my sister, kind find the publics groups at all! > > Dave. > >

Re: roger update

tried all that. but to no avail! Dave. -Original Message- From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 6:16 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: roger update I just explore the screen, once the app was installed Sent from my iPhone On Jul 26, 2016, at 11:03 AM,

RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Hi, What is the app called? -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of christopher huby Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 10:15 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting I must

Re: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting

Blindfold RS Games -Original Message- From: Steve Sweeney Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 1:27 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: RSS Games on the Apple devices, was RE: pretty exciting Hi, What is the app called? -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: What is with Audible?

Hi Rose, I apologize if I am trying to figure out what is happening. Are you downloading the book from the Audible site from your computer? I know that in the past, I used to download them using the Audible Download Manager, which once I began the download on the site, the download manager