RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

I've found that it's random. Some times it crashes and some times it doesn't. However, it's least likely to crash when you navigate after letting VO finish speaking the page loading progress. Debbie -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent:

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

HI Anne, I accidentally downloaded that 139.99 app, in which I was trying to download the Voice Dream apps. The Voice Dream App Reader, as well as the Voice Dream Scanner is on sale until tonight at 11:59 PM, or at least in the US, as far as I know. From what I heard it is a great app, and

RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

It is weird. It crashes Cheers, Crison both, my iPhone XR and on my iPad six. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Debbie April Yuille Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 9:41 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: don't update to the latest

Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I have two roku tvs, and yeah, the voices on both are pretty terrible. I also have a fire stick, which works pretty nice, but for some reason has gotten really slow. I bought an Apple tv a while back, and really only after a few months ago got to be good enough with it to enjoy using it, but

Re: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

It’s happening with me regularly it’s possible that voiceover users who use Samantha as their main tts voice are in countering this problem. There doesn’t seem to be a general outcry so probably the problem is not that widespread Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 28, 2019, at 5:25 PM,

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

I did find the app you downloaded, it is called Speechify - text to speech and the annual subscription price for using their high quality human-sounding voices is in fact $139.99. It does sound like a fairly feature-rich app,

RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

I use American SIRI female as my voice, but I did also have this issue right after updating for a while, but then it stopped and now I can spend as much time on my News Feed, swipe around and nothing happens. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of TaraPrakash

RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

Sorry, my email format was screwed up. It is weird. It crashes on both, my iPad six and on my iPhone XR Cris -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Cris Ali Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 10:00 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: don't update to the

Re: About managing your own website

Thank you Richard and everyone else who replied. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 15, 2019, at 12:51 PM, Richard Turner > wrote: > >  I use FTP Client Pro to upload and manage content when I'm not on my > computer. > I write my own HTML code when I need to modify a page. > I used NoteTab Pro

Re: The bluetooth issue people are experiencing, it's not just bose

Personally I would love it if that were a standard option. > On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:40 AM, Joshua Hendrickson wrote: > > The Bose speakers not playing voice over when using IOS 13 is one > reason why I'm staying on 12.41. > >> On 12/27/19, Richard Turner wrote: >> Well, maybe you can ask if

Re: The bluetooth issue people are experiencing, it's not just bose

Hi Kelby, That's exactly what I am thinking. Bluetooth is pretty slow, so the voice lag can get pretty annoying. - James On 12/28/19, kelby carlson wrote: > Personally I would love it if that were a standard option. > >> On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:40 AM, Joshua Hendrickson >> wrote: >> >> The

Re: An intoduction

Welcome to the list Anne.i am Adrian from Edmonton Alberta canada.I started with a 8 gig I pod touch fourth generation, then I moved to a 32 gig I pad minnninsecond generation then now I have the I pad air 256 it is the third generation. > On Dec 28, 2019, at 9:26 AM, Carolyn

RE: Thanks and a question

Could you explain what you find difficult about the Voice Memos app and what features you want in a recording app? The only feature where I could see why somebody may want to use a third party app is if you want your voice memos to sync to Dropbox. Apart from that I find the voice memos app

RE: iPhone XR charging slowerthan usual

Apple has a fast charging standard just as most Android phones do. As Malcolm pointed out, Apple uses 7.5 Watts and you definitely need to look for a wireless charger which supports Apple fast charging. As for the phone not charging to 100% this maybe due to the new battery health feature in

RE: Thanks and a question

Anne, As Sieghard said, what issues are you having with Voice Memos? Another free app to try that gives excellent recording quality is Dolby ON. You can save to DropBox in M4a format, I don’t think MP3 is an option. After you record a track, you can rename it, then double tap on share, then on

RE: Thanks and a question

Hi Sieghard and all. Thanks for all that wonderful information. All I need is a simple something that I can open, tap on record and stop it when the meeting is over. The recording doesn’t need to be professional quality as it’s going to be used for reference when writing minutes. If voice

Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

Back in June, I bought (or well shal I say my parents) bought me an LG 43-inch Smart TV with voice Guide on it, and surprisingly, during a firmware or software update in Mid-October, AirPlay II came to my Smart TV! It’s definitely exciting! Though I haven’t gotten into setting it up as a Home

RE: iPhone latest update

Do you have audio ducking on? If you turned it off that would explain why you are having difficulties hearing Voiceover over other audio that is playing. If audio ducking is on the volume of other audio is lowered if you are using the phone and Voiceover is speaking. -Original Message-

Re: Thanks and a question

The beauty of Voice Memos is that the two finger double tap will both start and stop recording. In settings, Voice Memos, if you have location based naming on, it will use your location for the initial name. The issue with sending large audio files is why having something like Dropbox setup so

Re: iPhone XR charging slowerthan usual

i use my wireless charger for my 10 R and it always charges To 100. Sent from Diane's awesome iPhone! > On Dec 28, 2019, at 11:28 AM, Anne West wrote: > > Good morning Malcom and all. > > Great charging info. I am finding my iPhone 8 doesn't always charge to 100 > percent. I received a

Re: Thanks and a question

Welcome to the list.you wil enjoy it here. > On Dec 28, 2019, at 9:36 AM, Anne West wrote: > > Big smile! Thanks for the warm welcome to the list. > > I am Secretary of 2 amateur radio clubs and would like suggestions as to the > best iPhone app for recording meetings. I am currently using

Thanks and a question

Big smile! Thanks for the warm welcome to the list. I am Secretary of 2 amateur radio clubs and would like suggestions as to the best iPhone app for recording meetings. I am currently using voice memos for the job but there has to be an easier app. I also record for the Library for the Blind

Re: Apple Watch Questions

Hi Pam, I don't know of any way to turn off VoiceOver sounds or change how loud they are. To control how long the watch stays awake, open the Watch app on your phone, choose General, then Wake Screen. You have the options of it staying on for 15 or 70 seconds. Choose the option you want. The

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I think this is relevant on this list since we are still talking Apple TV and comparisons. I don't think that Sanyo Mich provided a link for is a smart TV, typically a smart TV is one which has internet connectivity and uses the Android operating system, it probably has things like Netflix and

Re: iPhone latest update

That's what I always do. When I turn it off in order to hand the phone to a sighted person who needs to do something for me which I cannot, I also must remember to tap the HOME button once, because Siri displays what it jut spoke, and the way to get rid of that is by tapping the HOME button

RE: iPhone latest update

That phone bug is definitely fixed and I think as others pointed out, it was fixed even in one of the iOS 13.2 updates. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mr. Ed Sent: Wednesday, December 25, 2019 5:24 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: iPhone

RE: Thanks and a question

Okay. I can find the record button in voice memos but have a difficult time stopping the recording. I also silence my phone during meetings so voice over doesn’t speak notifications that come in. Like I said, nothing is simple stupid anymore. Anne From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: Thanks and a question

A 2-finger double tap will stop recording and all you have to do is to flick your mute button to the back and notifications won’t come in or you could simply tell SIRI to turn on Do Not Disturb although if you use Do Not Disturb you should also go to Settings > Do Not Disturb and make sure you

RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

It must be different because when I first updated to version 251 or whichever it was I also experienced this, but in the last few days this has gone completely away for me. It almost seems like it was a server issue. I can now open Facebook, be on the Newsfeed tab and swipe through the items

RE: Is Apple CreditCard for US Mailing Addresses only?

Yes, not currently available in Canada. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Fazil Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2019 6:06 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Is Apple CreditCard for US Mailing Addresses only? Hi, list. Is Apple CreditCard only for those having US mailing addresses?

RE: Thanks and a question

There, I'd probably use my Victor Reader Stream, not my iPhone. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anne West Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 11:36 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Thanks and a question Big smile!

Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

I use itunes file sharing to transfer large zip files into voice dream reader. -Original Message- From: Dave Sent: Friday, December 27, 2019 11:19 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please. I find the easiest way, is to use

Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

I can't even use Itunes even though it is on my computer. I find it very inaccessible with both jaws and NVDA. On 12/28/19, Russ Kiehne wrote: > I use itunes file sharing to transfer large zip files into voice dream > reader. > > -Original Message- > From: Dave > Sent: Friday,

Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

With ios 13, you do have the option of using sd cards or flashdrives. -Original Message- From: Joshua Hendrickson Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 6:25 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please. I can't even use Itunes even though

Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

If you all are not going to continue talking about managing subscriptions, please start a new message with an appropriate subject line. The topic has switched to iTunes and VDR and such that have nothing to do with subscription management. -- The following information is important for all

RE: iPhone XR charging slowerthan usual

Good morning Malcom and all. Great charging info. I am finding my iPhone 8 doesn't always charge to 100 percent. I received a wireless charger for my birthday/Christmas present and put my phone to bed on it every night. Most of the time it is at 100 percent in the morning but at times, like

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

Janet, Did you get this resolved? Have you call Apple Accessibility? I am also curious as to what app this was that is going to charge you so much. Richard  Live long and prosper Check out my web site at: www.turner42.com -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: An intoduction

Pretty smart people on this list, Anne. Glad you joined. You probably can share and learn a lot here. I've learned way more than I've shared, only had my SE for a little less than two years now. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On

Google Keep

Has anyone ever used the app Google Keep and how accessible is it? 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, please

Re: iPhone XR charging slowerthan usual

Malcolm; Thank you for that information. Happy new year Anthony Sent from my Verizon iPhone XR!!! > On Dec 28, 2019, at 4:22 AM, Malcolm Parfitt wrote: > > Hello > > As I understand it, many wireless chargers are rated at 5 Wats. That’s 5 > Volts at 1 Amp. That is equivalent to Apple’s

Re: Google Keep

Hello, yes, I have used Google Keep on the iPhone. It works very well, it will create both text notes, and additionally, audio recordings. And if you wish, your audio recording will be transcribed as you speak into readable text. This feature is not always perfect, but if you are speaking

Re: iPhone XR charging slowerthan usual

Hello As I understand it, many wireless chargers are rated at 5 Wats. That’s 5 Volts at 1 Amp. That is equivalent to Apple’s stock charger that comes with the iPhone XR. Some Chargers like Anker’s wireless charger are rated at 7.5 Wats. As Apple’s charger only outputs at 5 Wats you cannot

Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I had an old Apple Tv box and have cable as well but a friend of mine got a smart TV recently with Roku so wonder how accessible that would be. I love Netflix and have Disney+ too but have to watch it on phone or iPad since I don’t have a smart TV. Jen > On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:18 PM, Sieghard

Re: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

It’s a strange one, I haven’t had any problems at all. Sent from my iPhone > On 28 Dec 2019, at 19:32, Jen . wrote: > > Hi it’s still kicking me out. > I think the experience is different for everyone. > Jen > >> On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:47 PM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: >> >> It must be

RE: The bluetooth issue people are experiencing, it's not just bose

Hi Moop, Have you tried using a headset like the Logitech H800 to play your games and listen to music? Mr. Ed -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Courtney Curran Sent: Friday, December 27, 2019 9:33 PM To:

Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

Hi I’m assuming there is a setting to turn it on. Is there a certain version that is required in order for Roku to be accessible for someone with no vision. Jen > On Dec 28, 2019, at 2:57 PM, Larry Lumpkin wrote: > > Roku is very accessible. > > > -Original Message- > From:

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I don't particularly like the voice but its functionality is very good. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 3:20 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv I tried a

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

Three taps on the options key on thr remote turns voice guide on. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Jen . Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 3:08 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv Hi I’m assuming there

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

Is there a difference in accessibility between a Roku box and a smart TV with Roku built-in? I assume Larry is talking about the Roku boxes? I really think if somebody really wants the most out of what TV and the various devices and services have to offer that a single device isn't necessarily

RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

I wonder if it's country/server specific. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Davy Cuppens Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 12:41 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251 I've ever been kicked out all

Managing Subscriptions Instructions.

Hi Everyone, I copied and pasted below some instructions to manage the subscriptions on ones iPhone or iPad. Please keep in mind, I can't assure you if this will work for you or not, but I hope it does. I am currently using a Xr iPhone with iOS 12.4.1, so I don't know if this might make a

Re: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

Hi it’s still kicking me out. I think the experience is different for everyone. Jen > On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:47 PM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > It must be different because when I first updated to version 251 or > whichever it was I also experienced this, but in the last few days this has >

RE: Apple Watch Questions

Thanks, Anna. I had set it for 70 seconds, but I didn't realize that dropping my wrist would override that. I don't know how others feel about this, but I really wish there would be an option to turn off the sounds with voiceover as there is on the phone. Other than that, I am really liking

Re: Thanks and a question

Welcome, and. The only thing I didn’t find easy about using Voice Memos to record minutes was being able to control the rate of rewind when going over a specific part; otherwise, I liked it, but went back to using an Olympus recorder for minutes. > On Dec 28, 2019, at 1:29 PM, Anne West

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

Roku is very accessible. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Jen . Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 1:29 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv I had an old Apple Tv box and have cable as well but a friend

RE: An intoduction

Hi Ann, Welcome to the list. I hope you keep your clothes on when you swim. LOL Mr. Ed From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anne West Sent: Friday, December 27, 2019 8:19 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: An intoduction Hi everyone! I

Re: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251

I've ever been kicked out all time, also the last minutes now (grin) Davy -Oorspronkelijk bericht- From: Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 7:47 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: don't update to the latest facebook ios app v251 It must be different because

Re: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I tried a Roku stick a few years ago. It was technically accessible, but the voice they used was so horrible that there is absolutely no way I would ever use that device. I mean, I am not hard of hearing, and I had difficulty understanding the funky voice they are using. I have no idea what it

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

Hi Richard, Yes, I finally did get this mess resolved. I googled steps how to manage my subscriptions for my phone, as I just couldn't remember how to do this, as it has been quite some time since I've done this. I got the same instructions from the Apple web site, and I finally remembered

Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

In looking at the Speechify app, it has in-app purchases, which can be done as a monthly, yearly, at various price points. It must have a free trial period, so deleting it is your best option to avoid such a expensive app that a VoiceOver user certainly wouldn't need. So you should be fine.

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

Richard, Thank you! Thank you! Maybe I can now rest a little better! Janet From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 4:27 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question

Re: Accessible iPhone App For Thermostats

From: viphone@googlegroups.com mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> on behalf of Carla mailto:carlarae5...@gmail.com>> Sent: Saturday, December 14, 2019 10:50 pm To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject:

RE: An off list question re purchasing a smart tv

I think the platforms are about the same. On our tv and on the ultra boxes we have, the interface seems the same. The ultra box has a nicer voice but I have never made that an issue. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Saturday,

RE: Thanks and a question

Thanks Carolyn but I don't have a Stream. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Carolyn Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 14:04 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Thanks and a question There, I'd probably use my Victor Reader Stream, not my iPhone.

RE: Thanks and a question

Okay Richard. I’ll play with voice memos when I get home from Church tomorrow. I didn’t know a 2 finger double tap would start and stop the recording. That’s very good to know. The Secretary of the Library Advisory Committee has a flip phone so I email her my recordings. The files are huge.

RE: Thanks and a question

Thanks Kathy. I agree. There is no way to adjust rewind in voice memos. I don’t have a digital recorder but I’m thinking of investing in one. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Kathy Brandt Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 14:45 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Thanks and

RE: An intoduction

LOL! I’ll never tell!, From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mr. Ed Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 15:40 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: An intoduction Hi Ann, Welcome to the list. I hope you keep your clothes on when you swim. LOL Mr. Ed From:

RE: Managing Subscriptions on iPhone Question Please.

An app costing $139.99? What on earth is that app? You would hear me scream if I had that on my iPhone. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of janet gross Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 17:07 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Managing Subscriptions on

RE: Thanks and a question

Do you have Voice Dream Reader? You could get the file into Voice Dream Reader and handle the rewind and fast forward by 15 seconds, 30, seconds, 1 minute which should do it for you. Richard  Live long and prosper Check out my web site at: www.turner42.com From:

RE: Thanks and a question

No. What’s that? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 20:24 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Thanks and a question Do you have Voice Dream Reader? You could get the file into Voice Dream Reader and handle the rewind and

RE: Accessible iPhone App For Thermostats

Have heat pumps here, one in my living room and one in my bedroom. They operate with a remote. Unfortunately, there is not an app or talking system. If you want more info, drop me a note off list. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Alex Stone Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019

Re: Thanks and a question

Voice Dream Reader is an app for reading books or playing audio files, or reading pretty much any text based document. It may still be on sale for around half price today, along with his OCR app, Voice Dream Scanner. Voice Dream Reader works great with Bookshare books, and if you check on