And there also is the Seeing AI app which is free and has a currency channel.
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard
Turner
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 7:38 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Scanning money
In the previous messages I do not think anyone mentioned that
Hi Kelly,
I'm curious how much you pay for insurance coverage for your iPhone from your
cell phone provider. And have you ever filed any claims with that coverage and
if so, what was your experience?
Alan Lemly
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Kelly
Apple Care Plus is too limiting. I used the insurance plan from my
cell phone company. It covers theft as well as faults with the device
and any accidental damage. It also offers an upgrade to the new iPhone
version each year.
Kelly
On 5/4/21, Sieghard Weitzel wrote:
> Have you ever tried to
If you have an iPhone 10 or newer- Have you checked screen recognition to see
if it is hendering or will help improve the accessibility of the app?
Donna
>
>
> Hi: money reader will not work with the newest update. What are people using
> to scan money at this point?
> Thanks.
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> The
In the previous messages I do not think anyone mentioned that EyeNote is for
only US currency. Cash reader is for a large number of currencies.
Here is the info on it.
Cash Reader is free to download. The free version limits the identification to
the lowest two banknotes for each currency.
This is info from my web site:
EyeNote money identifier from Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Free
As of January 22, 2018, the updated EyeNote. 3.0 app is now 64-bit and works on
Apple mobile devices that support iOS version 9.1 or greater. These include
Apple iPhone. 5 and newer models, 5th
I have been able to understand what comes out of my frames when I've given them
to others to have a look at,
If the volume is up high enough,
So yeah it is possible to hear what the conversation is.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Robert
Doc Wright
eyenote.
Andy
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From: Larry Lumpkin
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 2021 7:01 PM
Subject: RE: Scanning money
It might be INote. I can’t remember the exact spelling.
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of John
J.
It might be INote. I can’t remember the exact spelling.
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of John J.
Fioravanti, Jr.
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 8:58 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Scanning money
Hi: money reader will not work with the newest update. What are people
I use EyeNote from the treasury department. It’s interface has absolutely no
controls in it but just presents a blank screen which leads you to believe that
it isn’t accessible. But it is. Just wave the phone over a bill and it will
say, for example, five dollars front. It tells you the fronts
Hi: money reader will not work with the newest update. What are people using to
scan money at this point?
Thanks.
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The Wyze scale is great. That's spelled W. Y. Z. E.
It did not require sighted assistance to set up on my iPhone, it runs about $35
on Amazon, and does not require me to stand perfectly on sensors.
> On May 4, 2021, at 2:09 PM, Ann Byrne wrote:
>
> Our scale cost $30 from Amazon. the app
Agreed.
I think I remember when Siri actually would read an email.
But, Alexa does now, not perfectly, but pretty good.
Frankly, I like the Alexa voice better anyway.
Richard
"The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get for it, but what
they become by it."
- John Ruskin,
I have 20 bookmarks left from a previous project and I would like to
delete them. How can I do that?
thx,
Ann
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Should work fine if you can walk on your hands
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Simon A
Fogarty
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 5:33 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Bose frames
I can't see how they would easily add in an accellorometor
You are correct, I guess I haven't tried this in a long time, but now it's even
worse than you say, I just asked SIRI to read my latest email and she said
"Here's an email" and that was it. On the screen when I checked it a Netflix
email was displayed so I asked "Read my email from Netflix" and
As long as you specify that Messages should appear on the lock screen you
should be able to ask SIRI to read them, it always works for me and I never did
anything special other than to allow Messages on the lock screen. This also
allows me to review them with Voiceover and to reply to a message
Have you ever tried to collect from a credit card insurance plan? I have a $400
a year Aeroplan Infinite Vis card here in Canada which is one of the best cards
there is and once or twice I tried to use the insurance features and each time
they found something to turn down the claim. I have the
Actually, have you asked Siri to read an email lately?
She will tell you who it is from and the subject, and that's it.
P:Pretty useless.
Richard
"The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get for it, but what
they become by it."
- John Ruskin, 1819-1900
Web site:
If she only wants to read an email which just came in all she has to do is ask
SIRI to do so.
I for one of course ask myself why I would want to pay attention to emails
during my 20 or 30 minutes of exercise time just as I very rarely check a
notification which comes in while I am having
And one big advantage I see mentioned in most reviews is the fact that the
Apple Airtag benefits from the billion and more iPhones in the world whereas as
the Tile utilizes its own network. From all I read the Airtag is probably a
superior product if you are in the market for such a device.
I can't see how they would easily add in an accellorometor
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of
rick.alf...@gmail.com
Sent: Wednesday, 5 May 2021 3:21 am
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Bose frames
I believe he was referring to head tracking
And make sure you don't accidently tap the emergency ejection button (just
joking of course).
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Carla
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 11:55 AM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Sleep Number Bed App
Thanks so much! This is good to know about the up
IOs calendar app is fine from my point of view,
And bothe easy to use and gives me the notifications to appointments when I
need them.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Wayne
Merritt
Sent: Wednesday, 5 May 2021 5:47 am
To: viphone
Subject: Preferred
It should be just a little farther down the screen beyond the Siri responses
button.
Don’t activate the responses button and you should run into them since you are
running the same phone as I.
I probably need to grab 14.5.1.
Richard
"The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get
Richard,
Running iOS 14.5.1 on an SE 2020 iPhone and I have the phone set to read
text messages on the locked screen, but it doesn't. Here's what it says,
Allow Siri when locked, On, dimmed. I have Announce Calls & Siri Responses
bothe set to, Always. Where do I find this new announce
I agree that Apple Care+ is expensive for an iPhone 12 Pro Max 120Gb about
£199.00 unfortunately apart from the USA and Japan apparently no cover for loss
or theft is offered.
I’ve looked at a range of companies with a wide range of prices and excesses.
Many state that you should take
Do you have Allow hey Siri when locked on.
You may also want to look at the new setting concerning announce messages. That
may only be for certain headphones, but give it a try.
You still may have to unlock the phone, but let us know.
Richard
"Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss
Is there a way to get Siri to read texts without me having
to open my phone? Thanks for any information.
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If she wants to learn all the Voice Control commands, that could work, but is a
lot.
I think a better solution is one I just learned about.
You can connect the Amazon Alexa app to your email and calendar and access your
email and calendar totally hands free.
I just tested it with my Microsoft
I haven’t used this feature myself, but this is an option in the Outlook app.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Alex
Stone
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 3:11 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: reading e-mail on iphone while
Here’s a comparison of the different tracking options out there. I saw this
posted to this or another list recently. Apple AirTags vs. Tile: Which
Bluetooth tracker to buy (and what about Samsung SmartTag?) -
I suspect nothing is available or needed for IOS. Each app manages their own
files and data. This is done for security reasons on IOS. At least that’s my
understanding, which may be a bit dated by now.
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Chaltain at Outlook
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of
Hi All,
Many of you are familiar with Windows and probably run some version or
another of it. With Windows there's a feature / program called disk cleanup
that gets rid of old files of several flavors to rid the system of
unnecessary files.
I've never heard this discussed and I'm curious,
The scale is also called fit index. Matches the app. (LOL)
At 03:09 PM 5/4/2021, you wrote:
Our scale cost $30 from Amazon. the app works
well. It is called 'fit index'. I suppose the scale's name is the same.
At 01:16 PM 5/4/2021, you wrote:
I bought a Withings Body Plus scale and it does
Hi,
I use the apple calendar app because it{s very accessible. I like that it syncs
directly to my devices like my laptop, iPad, and watch. I also use the Google
calendar app as a backup to the apple calendar app.
I also recommend the google calendar app because it is as accessible as the
apple
I’ve never used it myself, but it ought to be possible to do that with voice
control, didn’t it?
Sent from my iPhone
On 4 May 2021, at 21:07, Dean Martineau wrote:
A trainee asked me about apps that would allow her to set her mail to reading
while she’s on the bike or treadmill so she
Our scale cost $30 from Amazon. the app works
well. It is called 'fit index'. I suppose the scale's name is the same.
At 01:16 PM 5/4/2021, you wrote:
I bought a Withings Body Plus scale and it does
require sighted assistance to set up. the app
seems not to register any weight that's
A trainee asked me about apps that would allow her to set her mail to
reading while she's on the bike or treadmill so she doesn't have to interact
with the phone much or at all, except possibly with her voice. She's a
VoiceOver user. Is there a way to do this.
Thought-provoking reading:
Hi Malcolm,
I'm not normally a fan of insurance for electronics but I make the exception
with Apple Care Plus for my iPhones. Since the iPhone is pricey and since I'm
carrying it around with me and often using it around potential hazards like
open toilets, I've decided to pony up for Apple
There are some tiles with replaceable batteries.
I got mine last summer and have replaced the batteries once.
God bless!
Paula and the pups
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard
Turner
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 2:22 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Tiles versus
Thanks so much! This is good to know about the up and down for the head and
feet! Thank God the phone app works if the remote is not accessible at all for
us.
Carla
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Bonnie
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 11:53 AM
To:
Carla,
It is fairly accessible.
The one thing that was a little strange is that when going in to adjust your
head or feet levels on the adjustable base, you have to hold the up arrow and
the down arrow to make the adjustment.
The remote is not at all usable for a blind person.
Bonnie Rizzino
I don't' know the current price of Tiles, but Airtags seem a tad bit expensive.
But, AirTags have a replaceable battery, which unless they have changed, Tiles
did not.
I would like someone to do a comparison of the sound volume.
When Tiles were fairly new, I thought they would be a great thing
I bought a Withings Body Plus scale and it does require sighted assistance to
set up. the app seems not to register any weight that's different from what you
program. The scale makes no beeps or anything to let you know that it's
working, and it seems you have to stand on a certain section for
I am writing to ask for a bit of clarification. I do understand that air
tags can be traced and located outside the user's immediate area;
otherwise, just what are the defining characteristics of air tags as
compared with tiles?
Thanks.
Don Roberts
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I just use the default calendar app.
I tried Fantastical and loved it under version 2. Then they went and made
version 3 which I guess if you do not subscribe to their highway robbery
pricing package, you can still use it mostly; but the native calendar app has
improved greatly.
I can easily
Greetings. I use a specific app to manage my calendar, but am
interested in recommendations from others regarding their preferred
calendar app. What do you use, why do you use it, what do you like
about it, etc.? If you can, please give me some positives and
negatives about your preferred app.
I use the USB Dongle with my Windows computer.
You could easily use it via Bluetooth with your Mac.
I realized after sending my updated review, that if you want the Scroll Lock it
is function key plus app menu key.
That App Menu key has the little SC on it, along with the icon for the
Sieghard, I think that is a great idea. I have not bought Apple Care lately
because of the cost. Now, $30 a year sounds well worth it!
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Sieghard Weitzel
Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 11:59 AM
For a little while now, I’ve been trying out this app.
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pocket-casts/id414834813
So far, I am really liking it. I haven’t done the paid program yet, but I’m
considering it.
HTH,
Traci
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 3, 2021, at 3:58 PM, Richard Turner
> wrote:
>
>
Hello,
Thanks for this description of this keyboard. I have been looking at it for a
while trying to decide if I want to get it. I have been looking for a good
split keyboard like this. I also use both Mac and Windows so this would easily
let me switch between my Mac and Windows machine. I
I just saw an article about this scale, which sells for a not insignificant sum
of $150 either directly from the vendor or from Amazon. Apparently, it gives
you all sorts of measurements, and of course it connects with the iPhone. My
question is: does anyone have this? If so, how well does it
Try taking messages out of the app switcher, and launching it again, then try
the double tap.
Richard
"Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, small minds discuss
people." -- Eleanor Roosevelt
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On May 4, 2021, at 9:52 AM, Albert Brown wrote:
Hello,
In
That is funny and You are so right!
On Tue, May 4, 2021 at 11:02 AM Sieghard Weitzel wrote:
> Just like so many things which don't enter your mind any more when you are
> 103 yeas old
>
>
>
> *From:* viphone@googlegroups.com *On Behalf Of
> *Mr. Ed
> *Sent:* Monday, May 3, 2021 4:21 PM
>
Hello,
In the messaging app there is an icon which shows hidden apps.
unfortunately its now its saying "apps visible". Double
Tapping
Doesn't change anything
I preferred to have hidden apps.
Is there a setting I am missing.
ALBERT
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Operating System Windows 10 Home
Donna,
Thanks. I will keep that in mind. Good words to follow, In fact that is
what I am going to do. I have received so much information from this site
and I thank my lucky stars it was recommended to me. I feel fortunate and
I now have a basis to which I can follow. Lots and Lots of good
Check your credit card as well. I pay for my cell phone with the Uber
card, because it gives me phone insurance. There are cards with such a
protection as partof your perks.--Joe
On 5/4/21, Richard Turner wrote:
> You have a good point their Sieghard on the increased price. Maybe it isn't
>
You have a good point their Sieghard on the increased price. Maybe it isn't
worth it on the pro models.
I will check with our insurance, that is a good deal.
Richard
"The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get for it, but what
they become by it."
- John Ruskin, 1819-1900
I always had Renters insurance when I rented, and of course, now that we are
buying, home owners insurance.
I always buy Apple Care and it has been worth it on 3 different occasions in
the second year, which is really what you are paying for.
Once, it was even good 3 months beyond the 2 years.
I find that Apple Care Plus now is so expensive especially if you have a Pro
phone that I personally don't buy it any more. I have my iPhone insured as part
of my home insurance where it is listed as a separate item and I think it's
something like $30 or $40 a year. The good thing in my opinion
As we all know our iPhones are a significant investment and an inconvenience if
we’re deprived of their use.
What are people’s view on Apple Care+ is it worth it?
There are a number of insurers designed specifically for gadgets like iPhones
and there is the possibility of insurance on one’s
Hello Kait,
I think if you can convince your Grandmother to give the iPhone a try it will
be a goo dthing, but I agree with Sandy and was going to recommend the Amazon
Echo speakers. One advantage you have if you placed even an Amazon Dot in your
Grandmother's place or maybe 2 depending on how
I believe he was referring to head tracking which the Tempo doesn't support
currently. Other than the head tracking, the Tempos work great with SoundScape.
Warmest regards
Rick Alfaro
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Robert
Doc Wright
Sent: Tuesday,
I'm with you, Shirley, tend to do more asking than answering.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of
Shirley Tracy
Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 8:45 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: In need of assistance
While you have
The Jitter Bug is the one for older people, but not helpful if you do not have
usable sight.
I'm 83, use iPhone, but years of experience of blindness makes a big
difference.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of
Simon A
Hi. If you are referring to what they call head tracking, sadly no, the Frames
tempo are not supported. I'd love to see this added if possible in a future
firmware update but not sure if the Tempo has the necessary AR sensors. The
models that are supported are the Alto and Rondo which are older
Logitech K860 Wireless ergonomic keyboard for Windows/android or Mac/iOS
I needed a new keyboard as my 15-year-old USB keyboard was starting to have
problems with a few keys and my old hands are deciding that it is time to go
back to an ergonomic keyboard.
So, after doing some research, I
Just like so many things which don't enter your mind any more when you are 103
yeas old
From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mr. Ed
Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 4:21 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Setting up Hey Siri
Hi Richard,
You are right as I forgot about that part
yes, they do.
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From: "Yohandy"
To:
Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:03 PM
Subject: Re: Bose frames
Hey there all,
Any idea if these glasses support Microsoft Soundscape? I think the old
model did, that's what I read anyway, but not sure about these new sport
ones.
We must make a distinction. When you ask if anyone can hear this is not the
same as asking if anyone can understand what the caller is saying.
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From: "Simon A Fogarty"
To:
Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 4:23 PM
Subject: RE: Bose frames
As stated here,
If the volume
they may hear but I truly don't believe that they can understand what the
caller is saying.
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From: "Casey Wollner"
To:
Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 2:15 PM
Subject: RE: Bose frames
Hi about these frames.
What I would like to know is if you are on A call and using
I can't see why they wouldn't.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Yohandy
Sent: Tuesday, 4 May 2021 4:03 pm
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Bose frames
Hey there all,
Any idea if these glasses support Microsoft Soundscape? I think the old model
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