RE: Mark's First VoiceOver Experience with iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro Max Running iOS 17.

2023-09-24 Thread M. Taylor
et and somewhat conspiratorial tone I replied, "Honestly, it feels like a cheap piece of plastic." We both laughed out loud. It was a wonderful moment. Again, thank you for posting. Mark -Original Message- From: Marda Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2023 6:59 PM To: M. Taylor

RE: Pro vs Max

2023-09-23 Thread M. Taylor
Hi Kelly, Like Robert stated, the larger models get much, much better battery life. Before purchasing my beloved 14 Pro Max, I always carried a charging cable with me, when out for a day. With the Pro Max, I never, ever worry about running out of power in a day, even when using GPS navigation

RE: Mark's First VoiceOver Experience with iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro Max Running iOS 17.

2023-09-23 Thread M. Taylor
want to say it now, but I'll definitely get one in a couple of days" -Original Message- From: M. Taylor On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2023 5:56 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Mark's First VoiceOver Experience with iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15

Mark's First VoiceOver Experience with iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro Max Running iOS 17.

2023-09-23 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I first sent this message to the list, yesterday, Friday, at around 12-noon, local time but the mailing list servers were down. So, I am posting this again, now. Mark Original Message Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023: Hello All, Well, I spent 3 hours in the Apple Store this mo

I am trying to see if the list is sending out emails, again. Please Ignore

2023-09-23 Thread M. Taylor
Please ignore. -- 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 t

RE: Bard app doesn't remember my place

2023-09-15 Thread M. Taylor
Yes, Kim, I had the same problem, just earlier this week. I was not using the sleep timer. As I was listening to a title, the phone went to sleep, as it were. When I pressed the Play button from the Lock Screen, playback went to the start of the book. I was so upset as I had failed to place a

RE: today's Apple Event

2023-09-14 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Well, I have truly enjoyed reading this thread. A special thanks to Sieghard for starting us off on this one. I, too, was somewhat underwhelmed by this year's keynote. If the 15 models had offered a new version of Touch ID,I would have been all in but, as it turns out, no Touch ID,

RE: Amazon music app for iPhone broek accessibility

2023-08-23 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I have to admit, when compared to the outstanding VoiceOver accessibility of the Kindle app for iOS, the Amazon Music app for iOS is woefully lacking. While one can certainly employ various VoiceOver workarounds, with varying degrees of success, the experience is not, in my opinion,

My Favorite KINDLE APP FEATURE AND A BOOK RECOMMENDATION

2023-08-13 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I think I’ve mentioned this in a previous post but one aspect of Kindle books that I have been using more and more, is the feature to seamlessly switch between the live narration of a title and the text of that same title, directly from within the Kindle app. If you have not yet e

Another List Test from Moderator Mark

2023-08-13 Thread M. Taylor
I apologize for the test messages but Google recently made changes that affect my gMail account and I am trying to work out a workaround. This should be the last post on this. Thank you for understanding. Moderator Mark -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone

Is There a Home App Complication for the Apple Watch?

2023-08-10 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Is there a Home app complication for any watch face on the Apple watch? >From what I have read on the net, the answer appears to be, no. However the articles I found were written a couple of years ago and I'm hoping that those conclusions are out of date. All replies appreciated, Ma

FYI: The Second Time Around can be More Expensive on Amazon

2023-08-10 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, After recently recommending the Emerson Sensi thermostat that I use for my home via Home Kit, not knowing if Emerson is still making the model and knowing how often products with hardware buttons can be discontinued, I decided to purchase a second (backup) unit, just in case. Imag

A Question for Veteran iOS, iPAD OS Apple Music App VoiceOver Users

2023-08-06 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I have been an Amazon Music subscriber for about 2 years, now. When a song is playing on any Alexa enabled device, I can say, "Alexa, I like this." Alexa will reply with something like, "OK, Mark, got it." Later, when I open the Amazon Music app on any device, there is an automatica

RE: I Continue to Appreciate the Accessibility of Apple Home Kit

2023-08-06 Thread M. Taylor
Appreciate the Accessibility of Apple Home Kit Mark, what thermostat are you using? That alone could cause me to purchase the home kit. Thanks! -Original Message- From: mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Friday, August 4

RE: I Continue to Appreciate the Accessibility of Apple Home Kit

2023-08-06 Thread M. Taylor
e@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: I Continue to Appreciate the Accessibility of Apple Home Kit Mark, what thermostat are you using? That alone could cause me to purchase the home kit. Thanks! -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Friday, A

I Continue to Appreciate the Accessibility of Apple Home Kit

2023-08-04 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, During the winter, I had a Home Kit compatible thermostat installed in my house. I continue to truly appreciate the temperature control I now enjoy via iOS and iPad OS. Until I installed this thermostat, I either had to turn the A/C either on or off. The old legacy thermostats w

Test message, please ignore

2023-08-04 Thread M. Taylor
Just testing -- 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 l

Mark on Apple News Plus, Not Bad, Not Bad at All

2023-07-22 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, I don't know if I think the Apple Plus subscription at $9.95 per month is worth the cost, however, I can tell you that at part of my Apple One subscription, I am truly enjoying the service. I am amazed at how Apple seems to know, based on my past reading history, what articles I w

RE: iOS 17 solves ‘You need to unlock your iPhone first’ accessibility hurdle, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-07-19 Thread M. Taylor
This is a great article, Richard. Thank you for sharing it with us. Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2023 10:50 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: iOS 17 solves ‘You need to unlock your iPhone first’ accessibility hurdle, 9 to 5 M

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-16 Thread M. Taylor
need. Now, when you are hearing a song, Voiceover should read the current lyrics before they are sung. Hope this helps, Jenn Jenn and Kumi On Jul 4, 2023, at 5:03 PM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Everyone, First, I am posting this to both lists because I know

RE: Has Anyone Managed to Seamlessly and Consistently have VoiceOver Audio Switch Between Apple Watch and iPhone, via AirPods?

2023-07-14 Thread M. Taylor
way it's supposed to. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2023, at 11:46 AM, M. Taylor wrote: > > Hello Everyone, > > As the subject indicates, my question is: > Has anyone managed to seamlessly and consistently have VoiceOver audio > switch between Apple Watch and i

Has Anyone Managed to Seamlessly and Consistently have VoiceOver Audio Switch Between Apple Watch and iPhone, via AirPods?

2023-07-14 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, As the subject indicates, my question is: Has anyone managed to seamlessly and consistently have VoiceOver audio switch between Apple Watch and iPhone, via AirPods? I would think it an easy proposition to hear VoiceOver audio in my Airpods when I use either the phone or the watch;

RE: Annoying Siri behavior

2023-07-13 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Rick, Richard, et al, Rick, I experience the exact same random Siri unlock prompt, from time-to-time, just as you described. I probably encounter the prompt 3 or 4 times a week, at most when asking Siri to call a contact. While I do find it curious, as I have witnessed non-Voice Over use

RE: Wishing for a Simple WalkieTalkie App for iOS

2023-07-13 Thread M. Taylor
know if you are dictating or simply misspelling but it is Morse code not Morris code. Samuel Morse was one of its developers and its namesake. Alan Lemly Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 12, 2023, at 11:13 PM, M. Taylor wrote: > > Of course, you are correct, my friend. > > Now t

Mark on iPhone 14 Pro Max Voice Over Gestures and the Kindle App for both iOS and iPad OS, Lately

2023-07-12 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Okay, I know that there have been some threads on VO gestures, recently but I've kind of gotten lost on who is saying what so, I will share my experience, within the last 10 days, or so. On both my 14 Pro Max and my beloved iPAD Pro 10.5 2017, running the latest OS, in the Kindle app,

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-12 Thread M. Taylor
have thread/Matter support. You can Google it, but in short it >>>>> allows devices connected to the Wi-Fi to communicate directly with >>>>> each other without going out over the Internet. This is a huge >>>>> step forward because it means man

RE: Wishing for a Simple WalkieTalkie App for iOS

2023-07-12 Thread M. Taylor
m On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 9:56 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Wishing for a Simple WalkieTalkie App for iOS Hi, You know, there are not a great many things on my bucket list but one of the items is becoming a ham. I have wanted to become a ham for ov

RE: changes with voicedream apps

2023-07-12 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Ivan and Everyone, This topic has gone far beyond the scope of this forum. Consequently, this thread is to be terminated, immediately. Do not reply to this post or this thread as doing so will result in the immediate suspension of your posting privileges. Thank you all. Moderator Mark

RE: Wishing for a Simple WalkieTalkie App for iOS

2023-07-11 Thread M. Taylor
hone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 1:33 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Wishing for a Simple WalkieTalkie App for iOS Hello Everyone, Earlier this weekend I and a friend were up in the San Francisco airport waiting on a flight back to Los Angeles.

Chat GPT, Anyone?

2023-07-10 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Just so you know, I am posting this to both lists. So I keep running into all kinds of news articles on Chat GPT, a product from the Open A I project. Has anyone downloaded the app from the App Store and, if so, are you finding it as amazing as some of the news reporters from USA Toda

RE: Apple Wallet on the Apple Watch?

2023-07-10 Thread M. Taylor
Tom, Hello Tom, As counter intuitive as it may sound, as far as payment sources are concerned, think of the Wallet app on your phone and the Wallet app on your Watch as two separate apps. Among other reasons, this is for your security. In short, if you want to add payment cards to your Watch,

RE: New Magnifier App from Humanware

2023-07-05 Thread M. Taylor
Agreed, Richard, on so many levels!!! (big Smile. Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Wednesday, July 5, 2023 1:14 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: New Magnifier App from Humanware It is clearly not intended for someone who uses VoiceOver since th

RE: New Magnifier App from Humanware

2023-07-05 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Pam. Thank you for letting us know about this. I will definitely install the app and give it a spin. One thing, however, I have often wondered how a third-party magnifier app is any better than just using the phone’s built-in camera? Just curious. Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com O

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-05 Thread M. Taylor
modem/wireless router combo that supports Wi-Fi 6E. I am trying to slowly make my home a smart home based on the Apple Home Kit. This requires a very fast router for faster responses from the smart home accessories. If you have any info, please share. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 4, 2023, at

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-05 Thread M. Taylor
:viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Tuesday, July 4, 2023 10:55 PM To: mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark Hello Cris, The short answer to your question is definitely, yes. As to the model and pricing,

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-04 Thread M. Taylor
om my iPhone > On Jul 4, 2023, at 11:28 PM, M. Taylor wrote: > > Hello Richard, > > Wow! Thank you for the feedback on the TV Plus series. > > Interesting about the range extenders and Sonos. > > My personal opinion on routers is that people start to favor a brand o

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-04 Thread M. Taylor
https://www.turner42.com On Jul 4, 2023, at 4:03 PM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Everyone, First, I am posting this to both lists because I know that a couple of questions I have can be answered by experts on either list. Second, Happy Independence Day for those of us in

RE: A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-04 Thread M. Taylor
are sung. Hope this helps, Jenn Jenn and Kumi On Jul 4, 2023, at 5:03 PM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Everyone, First, I am posting this to both lists because I know that a couple of questions I have can be answered by experts on either list. Second, Happy Indepe

A Big Hello and General Personal Apple-Related Updates from Mark

2023-07-04 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, First, I am posting this to both lists because I know that a couple of questions I have can be answered by experts on either list. Second, Happy Independence Day for those of us in the US. 1. So I finally decided to give Apple One a try. I have been resistant to it because I do

RE: The Next Door app

2023-06-28 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Kay, The NextDoor app is a very unsatisfying app, as far as VoiceOver is concerned, in my opinion. Even though it has gotten much more VoiceOver accessible, I think the number of collateral gestures, required to read any meaningful information, is far too high. However, when you click o

Seeking Suggestions for a Good Breaking News App for iOS that will send push notifications for topics or a specific story currently in the News

2023-06-22 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Okay, I spent over 2 hours, last night, trying to locate a good VoiceOver accessible news app that will allow for push notifications to be sent to my phone based on specific topics. For example, during the past couple of days I have wanted to get breaking news updates on this miss

RE: Don't Forget About the Excellent Level App that is Part of iOS 16

2023-06-21 Thread M. Taylor
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 5:01 AM To: mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Don't Forget About the Excellent Level App that is Part of iOS 16 Hello Everyone, I have been meaning to post to the list for quite a while but time just keeps

RE: Don't Forget About the Excellent Level App that is Part of iOS 16

2023-06-21 Thread M. Taylor
te everything evenly. Of course, you are free to revisit the level project again if you have that time available. Alan Lemly -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 5:01 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Don't Fo

Don't Forget About the Excellent Level App that is Part of iOS 16

2023-06-21 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, I have been meaning to post to the list for quite a while but time just keeps slipping away. Anyway, a while back, my top-loading washer began doing the walk of shame across the floor during the high-speed portion of the spin cycle. Now It was not doing this every spin cycle but

Reminders in iOS 17 Realizes It's The Best Shopping List, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-06-11 Thread M. Taylor
Friday, June 9, 2023 at 2:01 PM Reminders in iOS 17 realizes it's the best shopping list Reminders has been my one true shopping list since it landed on the iPhone in iOS 5. In iOS 17, the app fully embraces that part of its identity. Second only to controlling media on HomePod, my main Siri usa

tvOS 17 Helps You Hear What People Are Saying in Shows, When Using HomePods as Speakers, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-06-11 Thread M. Taylor
Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 7:04 AM tvOS 17 helps you hear what people are saying in shows, when using HomePods as speakers A common complaint of late is that it's hard to hear people in TV shows and movies these days, with character voices buried behind the cacophony of sound effects and backgroun

RE: What is happen to the Viphone list?

2023-06-06 Thread M. Taylor
You are a funny man, my friend (big smile). Actually, I am only halfway through the presentation, as yet. It's a bit long and, to be honest, the keynote presentation format has gotten a bit tiresome. I mean, Apple announces new stickers as though they have come up with a cure for cancer. An

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-06-01 Thread M. Taylor
ribed twice to this list?? I have received the same message twice so just wondering if I have a double subscription?? Take care of yourself. Peggy Kane. Peggy Sent from my i phone☺️ On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Everyone, Seems as though

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
n. I only want a text, not both. They don't seem willing to fix it, I know it can be done. So, I wish Apple would give me the option to block calls, texts, or both. Arnold Schmidt Sent from Arnold's iPhone S E 3 On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu&g

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
k hi, Mark, I think you are doing a fantastic job with the iPhone list. I really enjoyed reading everyone's posts. It was wonderful hearing from you. Thank you so much. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 13 Pro Max! On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor <mail

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
em willing to fix it, I know it can be done. So, I wish Apple would give me the option to block calls, texts, or both. Arnold Schmidt Sent from Arnold's iPhone S E 3 On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor wrote: Hello Everyone, Seems as though it's been quite a while since I p

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
iPhone. Along with that, I would like a quick and easy way to export audio messages to files or folders on the Mac. I saw that CAF but couldn’t find an easy way to export an audio message to mp3 or WMA or even wav. Merv > On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor wrote: > > Hello

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
fantastic job with the iPhone list. I really enjoyed reading everyone's posts. It was wonderful hearing from you. Thank you so much. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 13 Pro Max! On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Eve

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> > wrote: Hello Everyone, Seems as though it's been quite a while since I posted to the list so just wanted to check in with you and see how everyone is doing with their Apple devices. I am looking forward to the

RE: Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
the same message twice so just wondering if I have a double subscription?? Take care of yourself. Peggy Kane. Peggy Sent from my i phone☺️ On May 31, 2023, at 10:58 AM, M. Taylor <mailto:mk...@ucla.edu> wrote: Hello Everyone, Seems as though it's been quite a while since I posted

Just a Quick Hello To Everyone on the List from Moderator Mark

2023-05-31 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Seems as though it's been quite a while since I posted to the list so just wanted to check in with you and see how everyone is doing with their Apple devices. I am looking forward to the WWDC 2023 keynote presentation, next week. You know? The only software feature that I really

RE: Hands-on: 'Midnight Alarm' packs powerful features that Apple's Clock app is missing [Giveaway], 9 to 5 Mac

2023-05-29 Thread M. Taylor
arm' packs powerful features that Apple's Clock app is missing [Giveaway], 9 to 5 Mac Mark this app is not at all accessible. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2023 6:08 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Hands-on: &#

Hands-on: 'Midnight Alarm' packs powerful features that Apple's Clock app is missing [Giveaway], 9 to 5 Mac

2023-05-28 Thread M. Taylor
9to5Mac - Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:32 AM Hands-on: 'Midnight Alarm' packs powerful features that Apple's Clock app is missing [Giveaway] Andrew Zheng, an incoming Apple intern, found Apple's alarm function to be missing critical features and found that most alternatives on the App Store were

RE: New credit card not showing in apple pay

2023-05-20 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Kim, Were you able to resolve the credit card not being displayed in the Apple Wallet problem? Mark -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Kimberly Gardner Sent: Saturday, May 20, 2023 6:32 AM To: viphone Subject: New credit card not showing in apple pa

RE: Is The Sirius XM App for iOS VoiceOver Accessible?

2023-05-03 Thread M. Taylor
others have definitely guy did you and there are right steps, I will tell you the website is kind of a pain to make an account. It's doable but it is very challenging. It may have changed since 2018. But definitely take a look at that for sure. > On May 3, 2023, at 5:14 PM, M. Taylo

RE: Alexa on wifi at different location

2023-05-03 Thread M. Taylor
Excellent step-by-step instructions, Sieghard. You are the best. Sincerely, Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 3:54 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Alexa on wifi at different location You have to go into the

RE: Is The Sirius XM App for iOS VoiceOver Accessible?

2023-05-03 Thread M. Taylor
r iOS VoiceOver Accessible? I use it as well. It's fine. On May 3, 2023, at 6:23 PM, Stewart McKay wrote: yes, it absolutely is. works just fine On 5/3/2023 6:18 PM, alia robinson wrote: > Yes, it’s fine. I use it all the time. > >> On May 3, 2023, at 6:14 PM, M. Taylo

Is The Sirius XM App for iOS VoiceOver Accessible?

2023-05-03 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Is the Sirius XM app for iOS currently VoiceOver accessible? I was thinking about subscribing to the service but then remembered that there may be problems so wanted to do a quick gravity check, here before taking the plunge. All replies greatly appreciated. Mark -- The fo

RE: iTunes & Book Question

2023-04-29 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Carla, Did you ever get this problem resolved? Can you now add the titles to your phone? Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Carla Sent: Thursday, April 27, 2023 12:02 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: iTunes & Book Question I put m4B books on my phone through iTun

Poll: What is your favorite iPhone of all time? 9 to 5 Mac

2023-04-21 Thread M. Taylor
9 to 5 Mac, Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 8:00 AM Poll: What is your favorite iPhone of all time? Even though some people say that iPhones look the same year after year, I beg to differ. Now, yes, if you go from an iPhone 13 Pro to an iPhone 14 Pro, there is going to be very little change in the

RE: Time being announced

2023-04-16 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Marilyn, Yes, I have noticed this minute-by-minute time enouncement, from time-to-time. >From what I can tell, this occurs when the display, for whatever reason, does >not turn off. Also, if you leave VO focus on the status line clock, VO will continue to announce the time, minute-by-min

RE: Is Anyone Using the Google Authenticator? or the Microsoft Authenticator?

2023-04-16 Thread M. Taylor
nd input it in order for it to work. - Original Message - From: "M. Taylor" To: Sent: Saturday, April 15, 2023 11:46 AM Subject: Is Anyone Using the Google Authenticator? or the Microsoft Authenticator? > Hello All, > > Is anyone using either the Google or Microsof

RE: Is Anyone Using the Google Authenticator? or the Microsoft Authenticator?

2023-04-15 Thread M. Taylor
et up verification code. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 15, 2023, at 3:01 PM, Peter Logan wrote: > > I use the Microsoft one with my current job… 100% accessible… Sadly, > they did discontinue their Apple Watch app… > > Sent from my IPhone. > >> On Apr 15, 2023, at 1:46 PM,

Is Anyone Using the Google Authenticator? or the Microsoft Authenticator?

2023-04-15 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Is anyone using either the Google or Microsoft authenticator app? If so, is either VO accessible? If you are using both, which do you prefer? All replies greatly appreciated. Mark -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any q

Cannot Start or Stop Alexa Assistive Reader Playback using Earpods or Airpods Manual Controls

2023-04-10 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Recently, I have discovered that I cannot start or stop Alexa reading a Kindle book on iPhone using either my Ear Pod or Air Pod manual controls. Also, the VoiceOver magic tap will no longer start or stop playback, either. Has anyone encountered this? Steps to reproduce: 1. With

Cannot Start or Stop Alexa Assistive Reader Playback using Earpods or Airpods Manual Controls

2023-04-08 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Recently, I have discovered that I cannot start or stop Alexa reading a Kindle book on iPhone using either my Ear Pod or Air Pod manual controls. Also, the VoiceOver magic tap will no longer start or stop playback, either. Has anyone encountered this? Steps to reproduce: 1. With

Apple's software updates are breaking things - is it time we delayed installing them? iMore, The #1 iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch blog

2023-04-07 Thread M. Taylor
iMore - The #1 iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch blog - Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 8:41 AM Apple's software updates are breaking things - is it time we delayed installing them? Maybe let someone else find the bugs for a change. Apple releases plenty of software updates. It's one of the things that we

Multiple Apple services are currently facing slowdowns and outages, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-04-06 Thread M. Taylor
9 to 5 Mac, Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 7:17 PM Multiple Apple services are currently facing slowdowns and outages Earlier this week, the Apple Weather app went offline for hours. And even after Apple said the problem had been fixed, users have been complaining that the app is taking too long to

I cannot Get the Spectrum Access App for iOS / iPad OS to Play the Audio Description for a Movie

2023-04-06 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, Well, as the subject states, I tried for over 30 minutes to get the Spectrum Access ap to work on both my beloved 8 Plus and my iPad Pro, 2017, with absolutely no success. I downloaded the audio description, with full audio, for the movie Shutter Island, 2010 and I purchased it i

How to turn off iPhone WiFi auto-join for public and carrier networks, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-04-05 Thread M. Taylor
How to turn off iPhone WiFi auto-join for public and carrier networks, 9 to 5 Mac Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 8:16 AM Have you noticed your iPhone jump onto a WiFi network when you're away from home without asking first? Or maybe you want to check what networks your iPhone is auto-joining? Follow

I Am Trying to Remember the Name of an Audio Description app for iOS, Please Help

2023-04-05 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, I've been trying to remember the name of an iOS app that, if activated in range of a actively playing movie, on an external media device such as a television, would play the audio description for that movie on the iOS device. Does this ring a bell for anyone? I know that such a

A Second Test Message to the V iPhone List, Please ignore

2023-04-05 Thread M. Taylor
Just trying to test the email delivery services for the group. Please ignore. -- 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 cont

iPhone takes over almost the entire list of best-selling smartphones for 2022, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-03-08 Thread M. Taylor
9to5Mac - Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 5:20 AM iPhone takes over almost the entire list of best-selling smartphones for 2022 New data from Counterpoint Research today shows just how dominant the iPhone lineup really is. According to the data, not only was the iPhone 13 the "best-selling smartphone"

iOS 16.4 beta 3 lets users sign in with a different Apple ID to download beta software, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-03-08 Thread M. Taylor
9to5Mac - Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 11:12 AM iOS 16.4 beta 3 lets users sign in with a different Apple ID to download beta software With iOS 16.4 beta, which was first released to developers last month, Apple has introduced a new way to set up a device to get beta software that doesn't require sp

How To Translate Text in an Edit Field, with VoiceOver Enabled, in iOS 16.3

2023-03-04 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I'm posting this because I think it is a marvelous feature for those who may want to translate text into a different language before sending the text to someone. First, keep in mind that I am referring to text that you have entered into a edit field; for example in a text message. I

RE: Mute Switch Always Says "Unmuted"

2023-03-01 Thread M. Taylor
OK, update to my last post. After reading Jenny’s post, I used the mute hardware switch when the phone was both locked and unlocked. 1. When the phone is unlocked, Voiceover performs as expected. 2. However, when the phone is locked, regardless of the state of the switch when the phone was unl

RE: Mute Switch Always Says "Unmuted"

2023-03-01 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, VoiceOver says "Muted" and "Unmuted" as expected on my 14 Pro Max using Samantha enhanced, running the latest version of iOS. Mark -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of chrisjudge1...@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 1:26 AM To: viphone@goog

RE: Update Account Settings

2023-02-16 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Andy, A subsequent post says that this prompt is to get you to use Face ID. I would not have come to that conclusion; although, it's as good of a reason as any, I suppose. Here's the thing: Apple wants you to enable 2-factor authentication. So, my questions would be: 1. Do you have

RE: Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-02-16 Thread M. Taylor
Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2023 11:59 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations, 9 to 5 Mac Hello Sieghard, Yes, I saw an article o

RE: Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-02-16 Thread M. Taylor
ssage- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 5:58 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations, 9 to 5 Mac Hello Everyone, As we have a great deal of Twitter users in this communi

Apple shares 5 security steps you should take 'right away' to protect Apple Card, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-02-15 Thread M. Taylor
9to5Mac - Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7:27 AM Apple shares 5 security steps you should take 'right away' to protect Apple Card Apple Card has a number of security improvements compared to many credit cards with features like the number/expiration date not being printed on the card, control in the

iPhone S O S and what it means when your carrier info disappears, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-02-15 Thread M. Taylor
9to5Mac - Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:01 AM iPhone S O S and what it means when your carrier info disappears T-Mobile suffered a major outage across parts of the United States last night, impacting voice, data, and messaging services. For iPhone users in particular, this outage meant that the

Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-02-15 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, As we have a great deal of Twitter users in this community, I thought you might find the following article, interesting. Mark 9to5Mac - Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 5:36 PM Twitter delaying changes to its API after announcing many new limitations Earlier this month, Twitter an

RE: Ciri Responding Oddly When Asked to Call Someone

2023-02-11 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Sherry, Try waiting 1 second after hearing the Siri speak prompt, before making a request or asking a question. Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of sherrywells1...@gmail.com Sent: Saturday, February 11, 2023 7:29 AM To: 'VIPhone' Subject: Ciri Responding Oddly When Asked

RE: just wondering if anyone has had nay luck with the dateing app blind lee?

2023-02-11 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Mich, I have never herd of this app / service. Sounds interesting. I wish you all the best on your search and am very proud of you for putting yourself out there and trying to meet someone. Sincerely, Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of mi...@eastlink.ca Sent: Friday, Fe

RE: Multiple Text Messages Not Showing Up on Entry Screen

2023-02-05 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Sherry, Did you get your problem resolved? I think I understand your question. So, since updating to iOS 16.x, you have noticed a difference in the way SMS notifications are appearing on the lock screen of your iPhone 8, right? You want to see SMS notifications appear in a list view, o

RE: Scenario: Mark's Voiceover Experience Updating Apple HD to tvOS 16.3

2023-01-28 Thread M. Taylor
hone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2023 10:27 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Scenario: Mark's Voiceover Experience Updating Apple HD to tvOS 16.3 Hello Debby, You ask a great question. The click & touch option, the default option, allows

RE: Scenario: Mark's Voiceover Experience Updating Apple HD to tvOS 16.3

2023-01-28 Thread M. Taylor
months and I wonder what the Voiceover Touch and Click navigation is? I'm probably using it and don't know it! Thank you! Debbie -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:07 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Su

Scenario: Mark's VoiceOver Experience Updating Apple HD to tvOS 16.3

2023-01-28 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone, The following scenario took place earlier this week. 1. On Thursday, updated Apple TV HD (with first generation Siri remote) and Apple TV 4K, first gen, to tvOS 16.3. 2. After updating Apple TV HD (with Siri remote) to tvOS 16.3, discovered that VoiceOver click & touch navigation

The iOS Measure App on iPhone 14 Pro Max, Measuring Up, At Last

2023-01-24 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, I am writing this to let you know how impressed I am with Apple's native Measure app, in iOS 16.3, running on my iPhone 14 Pro Max. NOTE 1: In order to validate the following results, I wore a blindfold and performed each measure no fewer than 7 times, back-to-back, in order to insure

Apple's Iconic '1984' Super Bowl Ad Aired on This Day 39 Years Ago, 9 to 5 Mac

2023-01-22 Thread M. Taylor
Hello All, Before posting this, I just watched the Apple 1984 video 3 times. I remember seeing it back on the day it first aired. And, like then, even after all these years, it still gives me duck bumps. Amazing! Enjoy, Mark Apple's Iconic '1984' Super Bowl Ad Aired on This Day 39 Years Ag

RE: CVS Pharmacy Spoken Rx for iOS and Android

2023-01-22 Thread M. Taylor
, would be greatly appreciated. Mark -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2023 4:13 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: CVS Pharmacy Spoken Rx for iOS and Android Hi! It's your prescription talking." Spoken

RE: Air Drop not working

2023-01-21 Thread M. Taylor
Excellent instructions, Sieghard. Thank you. I use Air Drop so often that I have begun to take it for granted (smile). Good luck with this, Debbie. Mark From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2023 10:34 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject

RE: How to set up Advanced Data Protection, end-to-end encryption for your iCloud data, Mac Daily News

2023-01-21 Thread M. Taylor
ing it up on one device then applies the encryption to all devices signed in to that Apple Id, they all have to be updated to the latest OS version. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Friday, January 20, 2023 11:21 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.

How to set up Advanced Data Protection, end-to-end encryption for your iCloud data, Mac Daily News

2023-01-20 Thread M. Taylor
How to set up Advanced Data Protection, end-to-end encryption for your iCloud data Wednesday, December 14, 2022 10:07 am By default, Apple’s iCloud secures your information by encrypting it when it’s in transit, storing it in an encrypted format, and securing your encryption keys in Apple data

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