Re: facebook on an iPad

2018-04-09 Thread Pete Nalda
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Re: facebook on an iPad

2018-04-09 Thread Ari Moisio
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facebook on an iPad

2018-04-09 Thread Janet Bell
just a quick question are you able to get facebook on an iPad? -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Mike B.
Actually what I'm trying to talk her into is to borrow an iPhone or iPad and play around with each of them to find out what level of difficulty she might have with either device. Going by what anyone suggests will not be good since only she knows the amount of dexterity she has and by actual

RE: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
I don’t think it would be a good idea to talk somebody such as the person you describe into buying anything. You can tell her what she can do with these devices and encourage her to maybe go to an Apple Store and try out an iPad or iPhone but I’d hate to talk somebody into buying such an

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Ann Byrne
"Siri for dummies" would be a good book to read. -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Mike B.
This person has never had a computer of any nature because of her hand problems, & I'm trying to talk her into getting an iPhone over the iPad, but for some reason she wants an iPad. Maybe now when I read her these messages she'll change her mind. She uses a Revere cell phone that she would

RE: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Correct, you can’t send regular SMS messages with an iPad unless you also have an iPhone on the same WiFi network or you are using some sort of app. I believe in the US google Voice would allow you to use your iPad much like a phone. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
And you can use Skype or other Voip apps to make regular phone calls. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Monday, April 9, 2018 6:34 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: iPad Questions You cannot make phone calls with an iPad

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Richard Turner
Yes, if you have an iPhone and an iPad, there is a setting that will allow you to receive calls on the iPad if the iPhone is in range. You can also double tap on a contact phone number on the iPad and make a call, again if the iPhone is in range. But, without an iPhone, you would use FaceTime or

Re: setting newsfeeds in Facebook to show differently

2018-04-09 Thread Donna
If you are following a news outlet page ex ABC, CNn, MSNBC etc. Open the Facebook app. Tap on Navigation in lower right. Tap on Top Shortcuts. Swipe down to most recent. You can view the most recent news articles posted, view the most recent post of friends & most recent post made to groups &

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Maria Reyes
I think there is a setting you can enable phone calls. I say that because when I get a phone call my iPad will sometimes ring. But yes, if you just have an iPad you will have to use Facetime to call. Get Outlook for iOS From:

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Mike B.
Hi Maria, Thank you very much for your input. I'm going to assume that if she can email with this iPad, she'll be able to send text messages with it as well. Am I correct with this assumption? Thanks again. Take care. Mike. Go Dodgers! Sennt from my iBarstool. Arguing with a woman is like

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Richard Turner
You cannot make phone calls with an iPad whether it has cellular or not. The cellular means you can use it for GPS or internet access when not on WiFi. Is there a reason not to simply get an iPhone? The interface is the same, you have a smaller screen area so the dexterity would be less of an

Re: setting newsfeeds in Facebook to show differently

2018-04-09 Thread Lynn White
I appreciate these instructions. However, I keep hearing that folks can read the news via Facebook. I’ve never seen the news at all even though I have followed several news outlets. Any clues are appreciated. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2018, at 7:39 PM, Donna

Re: iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Maria Reyes
Hi, the iPad does have dictation and email. I recommend she gets the iPad Mini 4. I have the mini 2, but it doesn't have all the somewhat recent hardware. I think she will need her phone with her to make phone calls. Get Outlook for iOS

iPad Questions

2018-04-09 Thread Mike B.
Hi All, I have absolutely no knowledge about iPads, so here goes. A friend is blind with hand dexterity problems, & was told by others not to get the large iPad, but to get the midsize or small iPad. From doing a little research you can get these iPads with WiFi or with WiFi & cellular. If

Re: setting newsfeeds in Facebook to show differently

2018-04-09 Thread Donna
Hi Hopefully, your version of the Facebook is the same as the one that I have. Facebook sometimes seems to add certain features to the Facebook app randomly. With that said..Here goes my instructions.. 1.Open the Facebook app 2.Tap on Navigation in the lower right 3.From top swiping to the

OneDrive ransomware protection

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Hi, When I just booted up my computer I got an alert that OneDrive wants me to add protection so I can easily restore my files. At first I was wondering what that was all about because of course the reason why I use OneDrive is that I have a cloud backup and can sync my files between multiple

RE: Do more with Siri on HomePod, Apple Support

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
I think very few people have complaints about the Homepod hardware especially the sound. Everything else is software/service based and I understand that the big ones are the introduction of Airplay 2 which I have no doubts will come soon and then of course a greatly improved SIRI. This would of

Re: Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Traci Duncan
Good to know, and maybe something more modern than my M50, will be an improvement. It’s mostly for quick situations. Ordering a ride or checking in at an event. I’m not on my phone much while out with friends and family. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2018, at 12:46 PM, Cristóbal

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Doc wright
Are you using a BT keyboard or gestures? If keyboard then press shift+VO+c. here is a link with more information: https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/04/tips-and-tricks-ten-safari-long-press-shortcuts-for-iphone-and-ipad/ - Original Message - From: "Brett Campbell"

RE: Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Cristóbal
Yes and yes. Again though, there's loud and there's loud. Keep in mind, an earpiece can only do so much. If you're at some place like a packed sports bar or downtown Los Angeles during full rush hour, don't know if anything outside of some dedicated noise canceling over the ear headphones are

Re: Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Andy Baracco
Do you want to cancel out the outside noise, or do you want to hear both the audio from the headset and the outside noise as well. If the latter, for an ear piece I would recommend the plantronics Voyager Edge or legend. For stereo, I would recommend the Trex Titanium from Aftershokz. Andy

setting newsfeeds in Facebook to show differently

2018-04-09 Thread Dan
HI, I am posting in both lists so maybe someone can tell me how to do this in either environment. I want to make my Facebook show me newsfeed posts in order of their posting rather than in a seemingly random order.  How can I do this

Re: Do more with Siri on HomePod, Apple Support

2018-04-09 Thread TaraPrakash
I meant I’m not optimistic that Apple is going to improve HomePod much. I hope they do. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 8, 2018, at 7:30 PM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > Hi Tara, > > You said you hope Apple will not improve the Homepod? I would say most people > hope they

Re: need to know where the options key is on the bluetooth keyboard

2018-04-09 Thread Arlene
Richard, I only sent you the list to show you what I had, so you could tell whether I had the whole list and if there were any additions to the list or any additional lists that I didn't have that would be helpful. Thanks also for reminding us about the practice mode, since that helped to find

Re: what's the vo key?

2018-04-09 Thread 'RobH.' via VIPhone
A key combination used to activate VoiceOver functions, I think it is control-option-whatever, depending on required function. - Original Message - From: "Arlene" To: Sent: Monday, April 09, 2018 4:34 PM Subject: what's the vo key?

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Brett Campbell
Perfect! Thank you Chris. > On Apr 9, 2018, at 11:07 AM, Chris Chaffin wrote: > > > As mentioned, you can double tap on the link, then copy the address from the > address bar. > Or, if you stay on that page, you can also do this. > > Double tap and hold on the

Re: Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation

2018-04-09 Thread kitty hevener
Richard, thank you for compiling this. You’ve just given me another ap to explore. lol! From: Richard Turner Sent: Monday, April 09, 2018 9:41 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation Below I have copied the entire Seeing AI help. To read it

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Brett Campbell
Thank you, I’ll keep exploring. I thought I remembered a double tap and hold on a link within a web page brought up a menu with a copy option, but. That’s not working on any link I’ve tried so far. > On Apr 9, 2018, at 10:40 AM, Steve Matzura wrote: > > Oops, I

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Chris Chaffin
As mentioned, you can double tap on the link, then copy the address from the address bar. Or, if you stay on that page, you can also do this. Double tap and hold on the link, a preview button will pop up. Flick up with one finger until you hear preview actions, and if you swipe right, you

Re: Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation

2018-04-09 Thread Richard Turner
Karen, I'm glad the video links worked, that is good to know since I simply used the Text Selection on the rotor with the Seeing AI help open and did a select all and then copied that to the clipboard and pasted. If you go into photos, select one, double tap on share, there should be an option

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Steve Matzura
Oops, I apologize, I answered a question you didn't ask. But I know there's something in the Edit rotor option that will facilitate that, too. On 4/9/2018 10:59 AM, Brett Campbell wrote: How does one copy a link on a web page in Safari on the iPhone or iPad? I can do this easily on the Mac,

Re: How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Steve Matzura
Double-tap the address and hear VoiceOver say "is editing," adjust the rotor to "Edit," then swipe down to "Copy," and double-tap. To paste the address where you want it to be, go to that place, then do almost the same thing--adjust the rotor to "Edit," then swipe down to "Paste" and

Re: Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Traci Duncan
I will check this out. Thank you. Have you used it when traffic is a little loud, or in a restaurant? Traci Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2018, at 9:13 AM, Cristóbal wrote: > > I've got a Plantronics 5200 bluetooth earpiece which is the successor to the >

RE: Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Cristóbal
I've got a Plantronics 5200 bluetooth earpiece which is the successor to the Plantronics Voyager Legend. It's got 4 microphones and a boom mic. In my case, I use it mainly for business purposes. I've also got a set of Aftershokz Trekz Air for every day usage for podcasts, audiobooks, and using

Re: what's the vo key?

2018-04-09 Thread Malcolm Parfitt
The following list of key combinations may help you. You can use VoiceOver Help to learn the keyboard layout and the actions associated with various key combinations. VoiceOver Help speaks keys and keyboard commands as you type them, without performing the associated action. VoiceOver keyboard

what's the vo key?

2018-04-09 Thread Arlene
What is the vo key? Thanks. - Original Message - From: "'RobH.' via VIPhone" To: Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2018 3:39 AM Subject: Re: need to know where the options key is on the bluetooth keyboard Ah, VO is a defined key combination

RE: Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation

2018-04-09 Thread Karen Poulakos
This is Great! I was even able to access the video links on my laptop. Has anyone been able to get Seeing AI to recognize photos saved on your phone? I don’t seem to be able to access Seeing AI from the photos app. Karen P From: viphone@googlegroups.com

How can a link be copied in Safari on iPhone?

2018-04-09 Thread Brett Campbell
How does one copy a link on a web page in Safari on the iPhone or iPad? I can do this easily on the Mac, but not on iPhone. Thanks. Brett -- 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

Bluetooth earpiece for noisy environments

2018-04-09 Thread Traci Duncan
Hi group, I want to update my Bluetooth earpiece. I’ve had my Motorola M50 for ages. I need something that I will hear in noisy places. City streets, music concerts, restaurants, etc. Please, share your recommendations. Thank you, Traci Sent from my iPhone -- The following information is

Re: Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation

2018-04-09 Thread Alan Lemly
Richard. Thanks so much for making the effort to compile this documentation in one place. This will be a helpful resource for anyone using Seeing AI. Alan Lemly Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2018, at 8:41 AM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > > Below I have

Seeing AI Help, entire help documentation

2018-04-09 Thread Richard Turner
Below I have copied the entire Seeing AI help. To read it section by section, in the app, Double Tap on the menu button and select Help. Or, in each channel, the Quick Help button plays the video by the developer explaining that specific channel. Here is the help information, though the "play

Re: Did anyone have problems reading Jonathan‘s article?

2018-04-09 Thread Wayne Merritt
If you open the article/link in Safari or read it on a Windows PC, you should not have any trouble. I saw the article posted here but read it in Internet Explorer with JAWS on Jonathan's site and had no trouble. Yes, the 2 finger flick down is the VoiceOver gesture to perform a continuous read, or

RE: Seeing AI help

2018-04-09 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
I believe you have to make sure to dismiss the help information which comes up for each channel. For short text you don't have to do aything, just hold the phone above your document or whatever it is and it will start reading almost instantly. The product channel will detect bar codes and there

Re: Seeing AI help

2018-04-09 Thread Johnna Simmons
Hello, I am trying to use this app. But I need some detailed instructions as to how it works. I know that you swipe up to change it from short text to product channel but me and how do you get to the take picture button. Or is it automatic? Some details would be appreciated. Thank you. Live

Weather Gods update and Apple Watch.

2018-04-09 Thread Malcolm Parfitt
Some time ago there was a post from a user looking for an Apple Watch app that gives more detail on the watch complication than is provided by the native Apple Weather App. The latest update of the popular Weather Gods app provides just this information. Developed with Voiceover support