RE: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
I assume for the same reason why I would say "turn off WiFi" or "Hey Siri, what is the time", it's convenient and if my phone is sitting on the table and I'm lying on the couch I don't even have to pick it up or walk over to it. The same goes if I am walking with one side of the Earpods in my

RE: [EXTERNAL] Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread 'Kramlinger, Keith G., M.D.' via VIPhone
I ask from across the room when the iPhone is on the charger, and I want to know how much longer I'll need to charge it before heading out for the day. My phone charges about 1% per minute, so if I want a full charge, and it's at 80%, I'll give it another 15 or 20 minutes, if I'm not in a

Re: facebook likes

2018-09-08 Thread Donna
Sounds as though there is a delay in the info being displayed. When the info is displayed you have the option to view all reactions, which of your friends liked the post, which friends replied to each of the other reactions; like, HaaHaa, wow, sad etc. A list of those who commented will also be

Re: Update on free courses

2018-09-08 Thread 'Kliphton Miller' via VIPhone
Yes, that is the right spot, https://ttjtech.net > On Sep 8, 2018, at 5:57 PM, regina alvarado wrote: > > > Hi, I would be interested in iPad as a computer. However, I was directed to a > website that said technology for your home. Am I in the right place? If not, >

Re: Update on free courses

2018-09-08 Thread 'Kliphton Miller' via VIPhone
Try this one https://ttjtech.net Any more trouble, email me off list kliph...@icloud.com > On Sep 8, 2018, at 1:54 PM, Louise Peyton wrote: > > Clifton: > I tried to access your blog but received a page error message. Would you > please

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Donna
Im just curious as to why you would ask Siri about the battery status on your device when all you have to do is touch the upper left corner of the device? Does Siri give more info than I would get by touching the battery percentage in the upper right? Not saying that your way is wrong. Like I

RE: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Vivian Conger
I just tried this and got the same results. I’m using an iPhone 7 32G and IOS 11.41. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Chris Chaffin Sent: Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:23 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try

Re: Update on free courses

2018-09-08 Thread regina alvarado
Hi, I would be interested in iPad as a computer. However, I was directed to a website that said technology for your home. Am I in the right place? If not, can you explain again please how you access this course? Thanks much. Reggie and Lex God said, "I need somebody strong enough to pull

Re: facebook likes

2018-09-08 Thread 'Linda Gaitskell' via VIPhone
I tried tapping on where it said 26 reactions but could only see the written comments not who had liked. Thanks Linda - Original Message - From: Devin Prater To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 10:39 PM Subject: Re: facebook likes Tap on the

Re: facebook likes

2018-09-08 Thread Devin Prater
Tap on the place where it says the number of likes. Devin Prater Assistive Technology Instructor certified by World Services for the Blind JAWS certified > On Sep 8, 2018, at 4:29 PM, 'Linda Gaitskell' via VIPhone > wrote: > > Hi All > > wondered if there was a way tosee the names of the

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Lydia
I have the same problem. I have a I Phone 8 plus and it says the same thing. - Original Message - From: "Nancy" To: Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 1:18 PM Subject: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.' Hi All, After I found out I wasn't the only one whose

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Jen .
Hi a friend just told me this is a bug and I got the same thing when I asked Siri about my battery level. Jen On Sep 8, 2018, at 4:28 PM, Chris Chaffin mailto:chaffin102...@gmail.com>> wrote: I just tried a battery check on my iPhone 8 and I got a strange answer. Siri said, your iPhone is at

facebook likes

2018-09-08 Thread 'Linda Gaitskell' via VIPhone
Hi All wondered if there was a way tosee the names of the people who have liked your post. Thanks Linda --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread l . d . ethier23
Could it be a joke from Siri? It says the same thing for me in French  Lyne > Le 8 sept. 2018 à 16:23, Chris Chaffin a écrit : > > > I just tried a battery check on my iPhone 8 and I got a strange answer. > Siri said, your iPhone is at 52 percent, there is a problem, please try again. > >

Re: Fitbit Question

2018-09-08 Thread Christopher Chaltain
I had the Charge HR. Although the HR isn't accessible in and of itself, you can get information off of it and control it from the corresponding FitBit app on your smart phone. You can use it to set alarms on your Charge HR and get information off of the HR, such as how many steps you took and

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Chris Chaffin
I just tried a battery check on my iPhone 8 and I got a strange answer. Siri said, your iPhone is at 52 percent, there is a problem, please try again. So Siri gave me the correct information, but for some reason, Siri also said there is a problem and to try again. Now this is the only thing I

Attention any bookworm that uses an iPhone and WhatsApp messenger

2018-09-08 Thread Dana Leet
I initially told everyone about this similar type of group when it started a while back, and we had to change everything due to a bunch of spammers, so now the group is free of spam thank goodness. If anyone loves to read and is interested in a WhatsApp group, feel free to privately email me

Re: Fitbit Question

2018-09-08 Thread Jen .
Hi wondering this to as I would like to get one. Jen > On Sep 8, 2018, at 3:51 PM, "pegkan...@gmail.com" wrote: > > Hi, > As far as I know that is the only fit bit that is accessible. > Many of them have screens on them, but are not really accessible as far as I > know. > It would be good to

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Tom Lange
I’m running a 256 gig iPhone 7 and, as I said, the problem is intermittent. It could be network-related but my wi-fi is working fine both at work and at home. > On Sep 8, 2018, at 12:03 PM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > > the only time I've had that kind of message is when there has been a

Re: Fitbit Question

2018-09-08 Thread pegkane52
Hi, As far as I know that is the only fit bit that is accessible. Many of them have screens on them, but are not really accessible as far as I know. It would be good to know if there are others that think other models are more accessible. Take care. Peggy Peggy Sent from my IPhone. > On Sep

Fitbit Question

2018-09-08 Thread Mary Jo Partyka
Hello, I am looking for a fitbit to auctionoff at our NFB state convention in November. I have the Fitbit Flex and find it only moderately accessible. Is there a model which is more accessible for blind people? Do you have any idea about prices for such items? Thank you. Mary Jo

RE: Phone No Longer Announcing Who is Calling

2018-09-08 Thread Rob Armstrong
Make sure the mute switch on the side of the phone is unmuted. Slide the switch to the position closest to the screen. Rob -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of sherrywells1...@gmail.com Sent: Saturday, September 8, 2018 9:41

Re: Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Richard Turner
the only time I've had that kind of message is when there has been a network problem. I don't think I've had that message in at least 6 months. I know that is not helpful to you, but I also have an SE, though it is the 128 GB, which shouldn't matter. Richard "The real art of conversation is

RE: Update on free courses

2018-09-08 Thread Louise Peyton
Clifton: I tried to access your blog but received a page error message. Would you please provide the full web page address for your blog? Thanks. Louise Peyton -Original Message- From: 'Kliphton Miller' via VIPhone Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 1:53 PM To:

Re: Seeking Advice on Upgrading from iPhone 5 to iPhone SE

2018-09-08 Thread Craig Werner
Hello, Sieghard, Carolyn, and everyone. Sieghard, when I first spoke to my provider's sales rep about the $100 price tag of the SE, I had the same concerns as you. I asked him in three different ways about whether there were hidden or undiscussed costs associated with the purchase. For

Siri says, 'Sorry, something's wrong. Please try again.'

2018-09-08 Thread Nancy
Hi All, After I found out I wasn't the only one whose Siri was asking to try again later, I called Apple and spoke with a nice young man. He had me put the SE through several things.  The only time I got Siri to say something along the lines of 'something seems to be wrong.  Please try

RE: Compass.

2018-09-08 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Where is the Utilities App? I see that Extras Folder was not second. I thought it was the first time I checked, but I did get it again and got Compass, so at least I know where to get it. Best regards, Carolyn -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Compass.

2018-09-08 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Thanks, Maria, it was on Page 3, second app, Extra Folder. I've only had my phone four months - wish I was savvy enough to get Compass out of the folder and onto page two, then put something from page two in its place, if I had to trade. Best regards, Carolyn -Original Message-

RE: Notes on two iPhones under the same Apple ID

2018-09-08 Thread Carolyn Arnold
I text to Jim. So far, he has not to me, but it gets the message across. Best regards, Carolyn -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Saturday, September 8, 2018 10:54 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Listening to Pro Football on iPad

2018-09-08 Thread Debbie Downey
Hi, Does this app only work on an Ipad? What is the name of the College Football App that this company has? Thanks! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of SoonerAnnie Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 4:06 AM To:

free vs. paid web browsers

2018-09-08 Thread Kwork
I am curious here, and I know this will be a matter of opinion only. For iOS web browsers, of course there are the free standards, Safari, Firefox, etc. Chrome too, but don't know iOS accessibility. Then there are also paid ones I've seen mentioned, particularly iCab Mobile. What do people

RE: Compass.

2018-09-08 Thread Ted Sparks
Try looking in the Utilities app. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Carolyn Arnold Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 12:36 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Compass. Where do I go to open Compass? I thought it was on

Update on free courses

2018-09-08 Thread 'Kliphton Miller' via VIPhone
Hello, about a month or so ago, I posted a email about free courses for appleTV, replacing your computer with an iPad, extended voiceover training, and a few others. Well, we got such an over welming response, that the 1st class is full, but there will be a 2nd class for each session, you can

Re: Compass.

2018-09-08 Thread 'Maria Reyes' via VIPhone
Try looking in your Extras folder. It might be on page 3. At least on mine it is. > On Sep 8, 2018, at 1:35 PM, Carolyn Arnold <4carol...@windstream.net> wrote: > > Where do I go to open Compass? I thought it was on Page 3, > but I did not find it there. I did get Siri to open it, and > had a

Compass.

2018-09-08 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Where do I go to open Compass? I thought it was on Page 3, but I did not find it there. I did get Siri to open it, and had a time of it getting it closed. It does suit my purpose though. If you pray, don't worry; if you worry, don't pray, Carolyn -- The following information is important for

Re: Seeking Food Recipes App Recommendations

2018-09-08 Thread Kay Malmquist
So, is this Paprika app $4.99? Is it really accessible and can you find new recipes? Kay Malmquist kay.malmqu...@gmail.com Your reputation is in the hands of others. That's what a reputation is. You can't control that. The only thing you can control is your character. - Wayne Walter Dyer

Re: Listening to Pro Football on iPad

2018-09-08 Thread Mary Otten
I got the GameDay app, but when I looked at the apps made by that same developer, I did not see anything for college football or pro basketball. There was something for soccer European soccer, not US league. And there were other non-sports apps. I wonder if this other apps are made by some

OT, Fire TV question.

2018-09-08 Thread Fred Olver
I somehow have managed to turn off my microphone on my Alexa adapted Fire TV, anyone know how to turn it back on? I have turned off the set and back on to no avail. Thanks. Fred Fred Olver Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fred.olver Skype: Fred.olver1 For more information about my book which

Re: Listening to Pro Football on iPad

2018-09-08 Thread Fred Olver
Thanks, have downloaded the app, looking forward to lots of games tomorrow and the Lions on Monday. Will let you all know how well it works. Fred - Original Message - From: SoonerAnnie To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2018 3:05 AM Subject: Re:

RE: Notes on two iPhones under the same Apple ID

2018-09-08 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Maybe you don't have iCloud turned on for Notes on one of the devices. For me there would be way too many drawbacks for using the same Apple Id with my wife. Maybe if you don't use Facetime or iMessage it would be OK, but I certainly wouldn't want to get my wife's iMessages or Facetime calls or

Notes on two iPhones under the same Apple ID

2018-09-08 Thread brian albriton
My wife and I have iPhones under the same Apple ID and we used to be able to see each other‘s notes. This was very convenient. Now, we do not see each other’s notes. What setting do we need to change? All the best brian -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone

RE: Seeking Advice on Upgrading from iPhone 5 to iPhone SE

2018-09-08 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Sieghard, I am having to stay with Consumer Cellular at least six months to pay for my SE. I probably have no intention of leaving them, but that validates what you say. I have no idea what kind of penalty I would incur if I left them before payments are completed, which they will be on October

RE: Seeking Advice on Upgrading from iPhone 5 to iPhone SE

2018-09-08 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Hi Craig, I am not sure I totally understand how your provider works. You say they would sell you an iPhone SE for $100 and that is it? You could discontinue service with them a week later with no penelty? You say there is no contract, but I somehow doubt they give you a $350 phone for $100

Phone No Longer Announcing Who is Calling

2018-09-08 Thread sherrywells1157
Hello list, I have an IPhone 5s with current I O S. My phone no longer says who is calling. I can find out by touching the text near the top of the screen & listening to voice over read it but the phone used to say out loud who was calling. I looked around in settings under phone & it does

Re: Seeking Advice on Upgrading from iPhone 5 to iPhone SE

2018-09-08 Thread Craig Werner
Thanks very much to the many members who posted replies to my question. I never thought my post would garner such a plentiful response. Since I have for a long time been out of contract with my cell phone provider of eighteen years, and since I wish to remain with them for the time being, at

Re: Listening to Pro Football on iPad

2018-09-08 Thread SoonerAnnie
Andy, I, too, have the GameDay app, and I absolutely love it! They also have apps for college football and pro basketball, which I also have. There are ads that you have to swipe past, but it's no big deal to me, especially since the apps are so inexpensive with no subscriptions. Here is the

Re: Seeking Food Recipes App Recommendations

2018-09-08 Thread Arlene
Can't go wrong with italian recipes, especially including basil, oregano, and garlic. - Original Message - From: "Anthony Vece" To: Sent: Friday, September 07, 2018 8:39 PM Subject: Re: Seeking Food Recipes App Recommendations As long as the recipes are Italian you can’t go wrong