Re: bluetooth keyboard recommendation

2018-08-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Sounds good! What is tge name of this foldable keyboard?Thamls Harry > On 14 Aug 2018, at 19:52, llump...@austin.rr.com wrote: > > We like this keyboard: > > Description > For fast typists or those with large hands, most folding keyboards are just > too small for comfort! This sturdy Bluetooth

Re: Introducing Astreos: universal access to the cosmos

2018-08-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I have downloaded the beta on my iPhone 7 plus running iOS 11.4.1 and on my 2018 ipad running ios 12 latest beta. The app opened on both devices, i gave it permissions to access location and microphone. The app then crashed back to home screen on both devices. When i reopened the app, there

1Password or just Keychain?

2018-09-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I have only iPhone, iPad and MacBook and I use iCloud for keychain. Would I gain anything by subscribing to 1Password? Thanks Harry -- 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: UK folks - recommend wearable speaker?

2018-09-07 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I use the Amazon basics waterproof and shockproof Bluetooth speaker, which cones with a carabiner, which you can use to clip it onto a ring on your rucksack shoulder strap. It works well, is pretty loud and sturdy. Here is the link: AmazonBasics Shockproof and Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless

Re: 1Password or just Keychain?

2018-09-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
se. Makes it a breeze not only for easy recall but also for easy typing on > these screens *smile*. So yes, 1Password offers more than just storing and > syncing passwords and credit cards. > > > >> On 5 Sep 2018, at 10:01, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >&

Re: 1Password or just Keychain?

2018-09-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ail wrote: > > Hello harry, > I use a combination of both, and don't pay for 1password, because I use it > through Dropbox. > > I hope this helps, and feel free to let me know if you have any questions. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Sep 5, 2018, at 5:01 AM,

Re: Most accessible podcast app?

2018-10-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Thank you for the replies - I’ll get the app now! Harry > On 14 Oct 2018, at 16:59, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > I also prefer Overcast, I really like their feature where you can compress > silences/small pauses during speech and you can set the speed to 1.25x which > makes it just ever so

Re: iPhone 7 screen intermittently seems to go unresponsive

2018-10-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I also find my touch screen on iPhone XS becoming unresponsive at random moments using iOS 12.0.1 - and my sighted wife reported the same problem on her iPhone X yesterday. So, it cannot just be a voiceover issue but might just be an iOS 12 bug? Harry > On 17 Oct 2018, at 19:01, Donna wrote:

Voice Dream Writer: I am new to learning to use voice Dream writer and I cannot work out how to add a document in order to edit it. When I double tap on Add Document, I tgen select to import from exte

2018-10-18 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Thanks Harry -- 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 directly rather than posting on the

Re: Voice Dream Writer: I am new to learning to use voice Dream writer and I cannot work out how to add a document in order to edit it. When I double tap on Add Document, I tgen select to import from

2018-10-21 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
> Hi, > > You can only import plain text files into Voice Dream Writer. > > Best, > Anna > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Oct 18, 2018, at 9:43 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> Thanks >> Harry >> >> -- >

Re: Voice Dream Writer: I am new to learning to use voice Dream writer and I cannot work out how to add a document in order to edit it. When I double tap on Add Document, I tgen select to import from

2018-10-21 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
a new document in Writer. > HTH, > Richard > > > > "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it." > — Jane Wagner > > >> On Oct 21, 2018, at 12:06 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> So, if I h

Re: Wireless keyboards

2018-10-28 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
This one folds up and can fit in a coat pocket: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Portable-Keyboard-Wireless-Bluetooth-Aircraft/dp/B00YWLJNPQ > On 28 Oct 2018, at 20:12, 'Lynda Boose' via VIPhone > wrote: > >I am looking for suggestions for a wireless keyboard. Something small and > portable. >

Watch OS 5.1 bug?

2018-10-31 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Since I updated my Apple Watch Series 4 yesterday, when I tap to wake up the screen, voiceover no longer automatically speaks the time on my Modular watch face. I now have to tap and then swipe right for it to announce the time. Anyone else noticing this? Harry -- The following information is

Re: Watch OS 5.1 bug?

2018-10-31 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Hi Harry, > > I've had this happen from time to time with the original watch and a series > 3. Try restarting your watch. That should fix it. > > Best, > Anna > > > >> On Oct 31, 2018, at 8:13 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> Since I u

Re: Mail app that can handle distribution lists?

2018-11-01 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
A2ZCONTACTS is excellent for this. You need to pay for the upgrade version in order to use large mailing lists. Harry > On 1 Nov 2018, at 16:57, Cristobal Muñoz wrote: > > Hello list, > So for the most part, I’m a native mail app user with Gmail for a separate > app where I need push

Re: iOS navigation apps

2018-10-30 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Lazarillo has improved a lot: it is free and can add and track destinations but cannot get you turn by turn directions. Good for making sure you get off the bus at the right stop! Harry > On 30 Oct 2018, at 17:09, Traci Duncan wrote: > > What are your most recommended navigation apps? More

Re: Using Google's GBoard with the iPhone

2018-11-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Don't even breathe because otherwise it will take you offGosh you certainly do have to be quick on the draw don't stop > On 5 Nov 2018, at 12:13, Jim Fettgather wrote: > > Hello, I also now have this up and running beautifully, thanks for the tip, I > have noticed however, that voiceover is

Re: report of missing Sim card

2018-10-27 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
It did happen to me once a few years ago. As I recall, I took the sim out, powered phone off, put a friend’s sim in, powered it back on and it recognised the sim - so I knew the phone was ok. So I took that sim out, turned the phone off, put my original sim back in - and it was recognised. No

Re: New mesh router and my thoughts on switching WiFi

2018-10-20 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
For using an AirPort Extreme etc with the Netgear Orbi, what I found on the web is: “My settings on the Airport (connected by ethernet to the Orbi via a switch): Router mode: Off(Bridge Mode) Network Mode: Create a Wireless Network SSID/Password: Same as the Orbi network Internet Connection:

Re: Rebooting a xr phone question please.

2018-11-04 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
If you just want to shut it down, go into Settings and tap at bottom of screen to go to bottom of list, the last setting is Shut Down. Double tap and you get the usual screen with double tap to shut down. If you want h hard reset, do the dance with the up, down and shake it all about... Harry

Walkie-talkie on Apple WatchMy wife and I now have a new Apple Watch. When I want to start talking I double tap on the talk with one finger and hold but we can’t seem to get the two way conversation g

2018-10-09 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
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Re: HomePod and Wi-fi calling

2018-09-19 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Yes, do share the solution in case anyone else gets stuck!. Harry > On 19 Sep 2018, at 16:34, 'christopher hallsworth' via VIPhone > wrote: > > Excellent. Would you like me to send your solution to my list dedicated to > the Homepod? Btw if anyone is interested you are more than welcome to

Re: 10% Happier meditation app much more accessible than before

2018-09-24 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
You can also get the book from Apple Books app Harry > On 24 Sep 2018, at 18:15, Anna Dresner wrote: > > Hi Mary, > > Yes, the book is from Audible, and Dan Harris, the narrator, reads the link. > You type what he says into your computer. > > HTH, > Anna > > > > >> On Sep 23, 2018, at

Re: Extracting text from a jpg image?

2018-09-21 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Sounds like most online converters and it will probably work well enough. > > Regards, > Sieghard > > -Original Message- > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > Sent: Friday, September 21, 2018 9:22 AM > To: Abridged Recipients > Subject: Extracting text from

Extracting text from a jpg image?

2018-09-21 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Can anyone tell me which app can ocr a jpg image? The French teacher of a class I’m going to has started sending French articles to us as jpg files. I’ve tried TextGrabber and KNFB Reader but neither can get anything. I’m using iPhone 7 Plus and a 2018 iPad, iOS 12. Might my MacBook Pro on high

Re: Braille display commands with iPhone XS

2018-12-16 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Thanks, Richard! I think I’ll also extend the time before screen locks - I’m still a bit slow! Harry > On 16 Dec 2018, at 12:40, Richard Turner wrote: > > > As far as I know, you have to manually unlock the phone before the braille > display can communicate with the phone. > If you have a

Re: Braille display commands with iPhone XS

2018-12-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
> On 16 Dec 2018, at 20:00, Maria Reyes wrote: > > You should be able to press any key to wake the phone up. > > Maria Reyes > blindt...@gmail.com > my group: blind-techies+subscr...@groups.io > >> On Dec 16, 2018, at 7:54 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wr

Re: Braille display commands with iPhone XS

2018-12-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
hard > > Richard > > > -Original Message- > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > Sent: Monday, December 17, 2018 4:38 AM > To: viphone@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: Braille display commands with iPhone XS > > I’d agree that many of us would assu

Re: Braille text input device?

2018-12-07 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Thank you! It is still for sale! Harry > On 8 Dec 2018, at 03:31, Richard Turner wrote: > > > Thanks, that is it. A coworker had one. It worked rather well for him as he > did not read braille, but knew it well enough to write it. > I wonder if they are still being made. The company was

Re: Secret iPhone & iPad Typing Tips: Trackpad Mode and more!, iMore

2018-12-01 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I just tried dictating into the google Docs app: I was using the iOS English keyboard and, with voiceover on, I double tapped with two fingers but the results were rubbish! It is still Siri in action, I suppose... Harry > On 1 Dec 2018, at 13:54, Jim Fettgather wrote: > > If GBoard from

Re: Tune In Pro Issue?

2018-11-24 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
The screen for me when opening was an invitation to try out their premium service and it was difficult to find the close button but when I did, the next screen was a list of my usual favourite stations. Harry > On 24 Nov 2018, at 16:40, 'Donald Moore' via VIPhone > wrote: > > Have any of

Re: Does any one stil use iTunes to listen to internashional radio stations

2018-11-25 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I tried to find BBC Radio 4 and Radio Valencia on iTunes Radio but no success. Did I miss something? It seems ridiculous that a HomePod cannot be asked to play such radio stations whether on playlist or directly. Maybe one day TuneIn Radio will come to HomePod? Harry in York, UK > On 24 Nov

Re: Does any one stil use iTunes to listen to internashional radio stations

2018-11-25 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
three stations in. Am I looking in the wrong place? Thanks Harry > On 26 Nov 2018, at 06:26, Anne Robertson wrote: > > BBC Radio4 is under Talk Radio. I don’t know Radio Valencia. > Cheers, > > Anne > > > > >> On 25 Nov 2018, at 17:02, 'Harry Bell' vi

Re: Does any one stil use iTunes to listen to internashional radio stations

2018-11-26 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
s, > > Anne > > > > >> On 25 Nov 2018, at 17:02, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I tried to find BBC Radio 4 and Radio Valencia on iTunes Radio but no >> success. Did I miss something? It seems ridiculous that a HomePod cannot be >>

Re: Recommendations for word processor apps for IOS

2018-11-19 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I have only very recently discovered the voice dream writer app and it does make editing text so much easier than using pages or notes. I have no need to do anything complex like tables or footnotes. But it is great not to have to struggle with garbled text where I cannot locate the cursor:

Out of step?

2018-11-28 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I have Apple watch series four and iPhone xs and after the latest update to iOS, the Health app seems out of step: today my Withings health mate app and my Activity app both say I have taken 7,700 steps, while my Apple Health app claims I have clocked up 11,300 steps. Anyone else noticing this?

Beware FlickType update from App Store

2018-09-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I’m running latest iOS 12 beta GM on my 2018 iPad and have just downloaded the new FlickType update from the App Store, restarted the iPad and now the FlickType app refuses to load, claiming something about being unable to establish a secure connection. Beware! Harry -- The following

Re: U.K. iPhone upgrade programme

2018-09-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
as the only apple store that is anywhere > near me, is tucked away in an inaccessible shopping centre, and there are no > others with out going a really silly distance. > > Simon > > > - Original Message - > From: "'Harry Bell' via VIPhone"

Re: U.K. iPhone upgrade programme

2018-09-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
eal solution, unless I am missing something. > > Simon > > > - Original Message - > From: "'Harry Bell' via VIPhone" > To: > Sent: Friday, September 14, 2018 8:19 AM > Subject: Re: U.K. iPhone upgrade programme > > > Got it! Go into TV

U.K. iPhone upgrade programme

2018-09-13 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does anyone know how to buy one of tge new iPhones by joining the iPhone Upgrade Programme? Tge Apple website says to go into your local Apple Store (as I live in York, that will be Leeds by bus and train). But I rang tge store and they said I’ll need an appointment. They said to go to tge

Re: Beware FlickType update from App Store

2018-09-18 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
if I can help further. You can email me off list at > e...@overhereconsulting.net > > Ed Worrell > >> On Sep 17, 2018, at 1:16 PM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I’m running latest iOS 12 beta GM on my 2018 iPad and have just downloaded >

Re: Siri Shortcuts on Spotify?

2018-09-16 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I’d like to have a shortcut to get Siri to open BBC iPlayer Radio or TuneIn Radio and then play Radio 4 or another station. I simply cannot work out how to use tge Shortcuts app (I have iOS public beta). Is this project possible? Will some smarter person produce a podcast? Thanks Harry > On 16

Re: Seeking Advice for a Classical Music Service

2018-09-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I use Apple Music, which works fine when selecting and searching from iPhone. But when using HomePod to request albums, composers or artists, Siri has great difficulty recognising “foreign” names - namely most of them! Did Siri vote for brexit to keep foreigners out? Harry > On 17 Sep 2018, at

Braille and picker items?

2019-01-22 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I am using new braille keyboard to control iPhone XS but when I come to a picker item, I do not know which dots to press in order to flick up or down. Can anyone help? Harry -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns

Re: Braille and picker items?

2019-01-22 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
, at 10:45 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I am using new braille keyboard to control iPhone XS but when I come to a >> picker item, I do not know which dots to press in order to flick up or down. >> Can anyone help? >> Harry >> &

Bookmarks in Books bug?

2019-01-27 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
When reading a book in the Books app using VoiceOver, if I activate a bookmark, VoiceOver will read a few lines from the bookmark position and then stops. The screen does not show the bookmarked page but rather the beginning of the chapter or section heading that the bookmarked page is to be

Re: Bookmarks in Books bug?

2019-01-28 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ble of contents. > Bookmarks. Any bookmarks you have created are listed. Double-tap the one you > want, and you'll be on the page you bookmarked. > > HTH, > Anna > > > > >> On Jan 28, 2019, at 1:31 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> &

Voice Dream Scanner

2019-03-25 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does anyone know how to use the Scanner app to process a pdf document received as an email attachment? The blurb about the Scanner beta update says it can be used now to scan more pdf documents, but I can only work out how to use the iPhone or iPad camera to capture new documents. Thanks Harry

Re: Voice Dream Scanner

2019-03-25 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
e > able to find an option to do OCR. > If you send me a scanned PDF directly, I’ll test it if you don’t figure it > out. > > Richard > > > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > Sent: Monday, March 25, 2019 6:22 AM > To: viphone@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: Voi

Re: Can you use whatsapp on an iPad mini or iPod touch

2019-03-30 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
If you have an Android phone or an iPhone, there is a workaround: https://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/iosapps/whatsapp-ipad-3636728/ Harry > On 30 Mar 2019, at 19:13, Maria Reyes wrote: > > Hi. > No you can't. Unless you use another app and use the code scanner in > WhatsApp. There is no

Re: iphone not creating calendar events

2019-03-02 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
My default Calendar is Family (shared with my wife) but Siri creates events in my personal Calendar. Is there any way to get Siri to create events in my default Calendar (Family)? Thanks Harry > On 2 Mar 2019, at 14:16, Kimber Gardner wrote: > > Sarai, > > This is just a guess, but check and

Re: Voice Dream Scanner beta

2019-03-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
lian sent worked for me. > > Lelia > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Mar 14, 2019, at 2:34 PM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> No, Julian, that is just a link to a general page about using TestFlight! >> Harry >> >>> On 14

Re: Voice Dream Scanner beta

2019-03-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I have got the beta of voice dream reader but cannot find a link for scanner beta. App store says scanner is not available: I'm in England. Thanks Harry > On 14 Mar 2019, at 19:10, Richard Turner wrote: > > Yes, iPhone. > > You have to install Testflight from the app store first. Then follow

Re: Voice Dream Scanner beta

2019-03-14 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
from my iPhone > >> On Mar 14, 2019, at 4:09 PM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I have got the beta of voice dream reader but cannot find a link for scanner >> beta. App store says scanner is not available: I'm in England. >> Thanks >

Re: Question about using Blue Tooth in my hearing aids with an iPhone SE.

2019-03-07 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Yes, I tried the com pilot and when it connected to my iPhone, the volume was rubbish! It also kept interrupting gps apps with a Korean robotic voice saying it was Bluetooth connected. Go with a direct Bluetooth connection! Harry in York, UK > On 7 Mar 2019, at 17:45, Tony wrote: > >

MBraille setup?

2019-03-10 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does MBraille app work any more in iOS 12.1.4? I can start initialising the keyboard on iPhone or iPad but there seems no way to finish initialising nor any way to get any step by step tutorial about setting it up, as this is not covered in the Help section. In App Store, the App Support button

Re: How to copy text from attachment?

2019-02-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
n't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 12, 2019, at 4:30 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> Ah, but I want to open the file in voice dream writer not reader. >> Cheers >> Harry >> >>>> On 12 Feb 2019, at 10:54, Johnna S

Re: How to copy text from attachment?

2019-02-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Ah, but I want to open the file in voice dream writer not reader. Cheers Harry > On 12 Feb 2019, at 10:54, Johnna Simmons wrote: > > You don’t need to necessarily copy this document. All you need to do is have > the document open then double tap on the share button and it will give you > the

Re: Screen curtain and battery?

2019-02-10 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
apping. > Brian K. Lingard VE3YI, Ab2JI, B.. A., C. T. M. > > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] > Sent: February 5, 2019 6:00 AM > To: Abridged Recipients > Subject: Screen curtain and battery? > > Does the screen curtain save battery now on

Re: SOLVED: Caps lock on Braille keyboard?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
t; -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 5, 2019, at 10:23 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> Tap dot 6 rapidly twice or three times! Both seem to capitalise letters >> which follow until you tap Space alone. Culled from an Australian UES Manual >> in pdf form

Re: Something to record a stream?

2019-02-19 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I recently played a stream on my iPad and used Voice Memos on my iPhone to record it. I positioned the iPhone microphone a couple of inches away from the speaker grill at the bottom of the iPad and it worked well. Regards Harry > On 19 Feb 2019, at 19:18, Kay Malmquist wrote: > > There are a

Braille: Orbit Reader 20 update

2019-01-29 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
This week I updated the firmware on my orbit Reader 20 to the latest version 01.01.57. And now there are bugs - are others using it finding this too? When I want to create a capital letter, tapping dot 6 no longer is recognised to initiate a capital letter. Nothing happens when dot 6 is

Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-29 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I can no longer type capital letters nor numbers in the Mail app when composing emails. I am running iOS 12.1.3 on iPhone XS and an Orbit Reader 20 which I recently updated to firmware version 01.01.57. Capital letters and numbers work fine in Notes, Pages, Contacts and Calendar but not in the

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-30 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
knows what command you use to switch Braille input on the fly, please > post it here so that I can make a note of it. > Thanks, > Tom > >> On Jan 29, 2019, at 10:06 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I can no longer type capital letters nor

Re: Braille: Orbit Reader 20 update

2019-01-30 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Thanks - I’ve contacted them now. Harry > On 29 Jan 2019, at 20:07, Anna Dresner wrote: > > Hi Harry, > > I would suggest contacting APH. > > Best of luck, > Anna > > > > >> On Jan 29, 2019, at 10:31 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrot

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-30 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
to either uncontracted or contracted six-dot, > whichever you prefer. Just a thought: let us know what happens. Oh, and if > anybody knows what command you use to switch Braille input on the fly, please > post it here so that I can make a note of it. > Thanks, > Tom > >&

Re: Strange Braille Screen Input Issue

2019-02-01 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
My Braille keyboards (Orbit Reader 20 and BraillePen Slim) both have a space button and this works fine. I’m a complete beginner still with Braille, so I’m afraid I have no other experience to draw on. Regards Harry > On 31 Jan 2019, at 20:20, kelby carlson wrote: > > I use Braille screen

Re: Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-03 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
; Marcio > Follow me on Twitter > > Em 03/02/2019 14:23, Janet Bell escreveu: >> Hi please can someone tell me what a Braille Pen is as I have never heard of >> one. >> >> From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> Sent: Sunday, February 3, 2019 4:14 PM >> To

Re: Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-03 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ve > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 2, 2019, at 11:22 PM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> Ah! I just tried this with my orbit reader and it did work! It just seems it >> is not possible with the BraillePen Slim. Shame! >> Harry >>

Re: Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-03 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
e up their power is by thinking they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 3, 2019, at 8:23 AM, Janet Bell wrote: > >> Hi please can someone tell me what a Braille Pen is as I have never heard of >> one. >> >> From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhon

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-02-03 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
of them. > > If a sheet feeder makes sounds like paper jammed in gears, it probably is > jammed paper causing it to missfeed. > > Brian K. Lingard VE3YI, Ab2JI, B.. A., C. T. M. > > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] Sent: > January 31, 201

Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-02 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does anyone know how to create a custom Braille command so I could activate Siri using my BraillePen Slim and iPhone XS (iOS 12.1.3)? On my iPhone I go into Settings, general, accessibility, voiceover, Braille and double tap on more information beside my device and then find Siri under Device.

Re: using focus 40 braille display

2019-02-02 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
If you go into Settings, general, accessibility, voiceover, Braille and double tap on more information beside the name of your device, then double tap on Braille Commands and you will be taken to a list of categories. By double tapping on each of them, you will find out the commands you can use

Re: Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-02 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
and it works great! > > Richard > > > The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 2, 2019, at 10:28 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> Does anyone know how to create

Re: Creating custom Braille commands

2019-02-02 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
gt; since I had not remembered that was there. > I used space plus just and then activated the back button and it works great! > > Richard > > > The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 2, 201

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-31 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
it problem. > Let the Orbit people know you tried the phone and it is working OK. > > Bad firmware is bothersome. > /Brian K. Lingard > > > Brian K. Lingard VE3YI, Ab2JI, B.. A., C. T. M. > > -Original Message- > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone [mailto:v

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-31 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ver you prefer. Just a thought: let us know what happens. Oh, and if > anybody knows what command you use to switch Braille input on the fly, please > post it here so that I can make a note of it. > Thanks, > Tom > >> On Jan 29, 2019, at 10:06 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhon

Re: Braille input problem in Mail app

2019-01-31 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ly. >> Richard >> >> >> The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't >> have any." -- Alice Walker >> >> >> On Jan 31, 2019, at 4:10 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >>> Could anyone who u

Caps lock on Braille keyboard?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does anyone know the six dot braille keyboard combination to turn caps lock on and off? I keep turning it on by accident and then I don't know how to turn it off again! I'm using braillepen slim with iPhone XS iOS 12.1.3 Thanks Harry -- The following information is important for all members

Screen curtain and battery?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Does the screen curtain save battery now on all iPhone models running iOS 12? Thanks Harry -- 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: Caps lock on Braille keyboard?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
n way people give up their power is by thinking they don't >> have any." -- Alice Walker >> >> >> On Feb 5, 2019, at 12:30 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >>> Does anyone know the six dot braille keyboard combination to turn caps lock >

Re: Caps lock on Braille keyboard?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
king they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 5, 2019, at 12:30 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> Does anyone know the six dot braille keyboard combination to turn caps lock >> on and off? I keep turning it on by accident and then I don'

SOLVED: Caps lock on Braille keyboard?

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Feb 5, 2019, at 8:22 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > >> And yet I have several times turned on caps lock by accident. Curious! >> Harry >> >> On 5 Feb 20

Re: Braille Pen Slim

2019-02-05 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
from my iPhone > >> On Feb 5, 2019, at 11:19 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> Do let me know! I just tried it and nothing happened. >> Cheers >> Harry >> >>> On 5 Feb 2019, at 14:56, Richard Turner wrote: >>> >>

HomePod not that smart?

2019-04-10 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I use my voiceover-enabled iPhone XS iOS 12.2 and HomePod a lot now that Shortcuts are available. I’ve worked out, however, that my Siri Shortcuts commands to “Play Radio BBC Radio 4” or other stations (set up via the Receiver Radio app) which I use to get my HomePod to play streaming radio

Re: Voice Dream Scanner beta

2019-03-15 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Is there a way to share or export a scan from the Scanner app? I cannot find any such button in the app. Thanks Harry > On 15 Mar 2019, at 11:52, Richard Turner wrote: > > > hi Sandy, > Of course′ > The beta; as they always say, is good for 90 days; but I'll be surprised if > it takes that

How to Disable Camera Access from Lockscreen in iOS 12 on iPhone

2019-05-15 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
https://www.igeeksblog.com/how-to-disable-camera-access-from-lockscreen-on-iphone/ How to Disable Camera Access from iPhone Lockscreen in iOS 12 or Earlier Last Updated: Jan 21, 2019 No longer want anyone to access the Camera right from the Lock screen of your iPhone or iPad running iOS 12, iOS

Re: RIVO 1 and 2

2019-05-16 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
It’s all here: http://braillepen.com/ Harry > On 16 May 2019, at 22:47, Gordan Radić wrote: > > Thanks! > > What is Braille Pen Slim and is there some website I can read about it? > > > > S poštovanjem > > Gordan Radić > 16.05.2019 u 19:13, 'Harry Be

Re: User manual forBraillePen Slim

2019-05-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ecording of you using this keyboard to give us an > idea on how it works. > > Thanks for passing along the manual for this keyboard. > > > > > >> On 5/17/2019 6:25 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone wrote: >> Attached is the manual for this fairly cheap

Re: RIVO 1 and 2

2019-05-17 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
o > you happen to have some PDF with documentation or something? > > You can send me the file off list. > > Thanks! > > > > S poštovanjem > > Gordan Radić > 17.5.2019. u 7:32, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone je napisao/la: >> It’s all here: >> http://braille

Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I’m helping a lady with very little sight and Parkinson’s: she struggles to tap or swipe, so I set up her iphone 7 with VoiceOver on, no passcode, raise to wake on and iPhone set to automatically answer calls after 5 seconds and she can use Hey Siri to make calls. What she’s just found is that,

Re: Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-18 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
: Re: Ending a call with Siri? >>>>> >>>>> Pushing the sleep power button does not hang up the phone. I just >>>>> confirmed that by calling my office and when the answering machine >>>>> answered, pressing the power button did nothi

Re: Voice Dream Products

2019-06-22 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
the ground and miss." --Douglas > Adams, from Life, The Universe and Everything, p.59 > > The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have > any." -- Alice Walker > > > On Jun 22, 2019, at 1:31 PM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone > wrote: > &g

Re: Voice Dream Products

2019-06-22 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I just tried to subscribe but I got a message back saying that group does not exist. Harry > On 22 Jun 2019, at 21:19, Richard Turner wrote: > > > There is a new list for those who want to focus on Voice Dream products like > Reader, Scanner, and Writer. > The address for subscribing to the

Re: Apple Releasing the First iOS 13 and macOS Catalina Public Betas Today

2019-06-24 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
Beware! I’ve just installed the public beta on iPad Air 2 and on iPhone 7: it works on iPhone 7 but on iPad Air 2 the Settings app crashes after 3 seconds every time! This not only messes up any testing but also means I cannot get the next public beta release to cure the problem - unless I can

Re: Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
I’ve just written to apple accessibility. After all, I can ask Siri on HomePod to end a call, so good idea for iOS 13! Thanks Harry On 12 Jun 2019, at 13:54, Richard Turner wrote: >> I’m helping a lady with very little sight and Parkinson’s: she struggles to >> tap or swipe, so I set up her

Re: Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
ng the sleep / power button hang up a call? > > Chris > > >> On Jun 12, 2019, at 8:20 AM, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I’m helping a lady with very little sight and Parkinson’s: she struggles to >> tap or swipe, so I set up her ipho

Re: Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
an > Incoming call to VoiceMail? > > Best regards, > > Carolyn > > > -----Original Message- > From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] > Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2019 8:21 AM > To: Abridged Recipients > Subject: Ending a call

Re: Greater Voice Controls coming in iOS and Mac 13

2019-06-10 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
It will be really interesting to see how well voice control works with VoiceOver, if it does because that combination has never been mentioned by Apple - including how they manage us getting past the passcode lock screen without touching the screen! Folk with macular degeneration and

Re: Ending a call with Siri?

2019-06-12 Thread 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone
just > like that. Also, no voice commands will be sent to Apple; it will all be > processed on the device. > >> On 12 Jun 2019, at 13:20, 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone >> wrote: >> >> I’m helping a lady with very little sight and Parkinson’s: she struggles to >&g

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