RE: iPhone accessible thermostat preferably with Echo capability?

and sell them for $50 more, you are rich so shouldn't be a problem, right? From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: September 20, 2021 11:52 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@g

RE: iPhone accessible thermostat preferably with Echo capability?

I will be having the Ecobee 4th generation installed this week. Will let you know how it works then. Too bad Sieghard didn’t sell them in his store, we could have all ordered them from him! Smile….Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: I O S 14.2 and Night Sky

, 2020, at 2:28 PM, Viola Bentson mailto:fireka...@gmail.com> <mailto:fireka...@gmail.com> > wrote:  I do too and it’s irritating hope someone can tell me how to turn it off. Viola From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> <mailto:viphone@googlegrou

RE: I O S 14.2 and Night Sky

I’m seeing this in other places as well and have no idea what it means? “night sky” Anyone out there know what it represents? Regards…..Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Noe Villeda Sent: Monday, November 16, 2020 2:06 PM To:

Conversation

After upgrading to 14.2 I hear the word Conversation verbalized in front of some but not all texts. Anyone having that experience? Also I noticed my calendar entries are not verbalizing at all? Any thoughts? Regards..Reg -- The following information is important for all members

RE: Disney Plus

! From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Monday, December 30, 2019 21:02 To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: RE: Disney Plus Hi Anne. We r

RE: Disney Plus

Hi Anne. We recently subscribed to Disney Plus and it works just fine, although there are a number of tricks to optimize performance. When choosing a movie or feature, be aware of one finger flicking up to make your choice. Then tap twice to make your selection. When “Pick of the Litter”

RE: Announcing the Launch of ScripTalk Mobile for iPhone

Sieghard, I have been using this service through Shoppers Drugmart for several years. It is a free service and is an affiliation between the pharmacy and En-Vision America. The new APP also works great. I am using it now of course. Cheers….Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Pulsating response

and then sounds and haptics. You can turn all haptics off or or just the ones you want off. Hope this helps, Jenn and Kumi TO THE WORLD YOU ARE SOMEONE, BUT TO SOMEONE YOU ARE THE WORLD! On Sep 30, 2019, at 8:20 AM, Reg Sullivan mailto:regs2...@rogers.com> > wrote:  Anyon

RE: Pulsating response

one@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: September 30, 2019 9:01 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: Pulsating response Good morning all. After upgrading to 13.1 my IPhone 8 is respondin

Pulsating response

Good morning all. After upgrading to 13.1 my IPhone 8 is responding with what feels like an electronic pulse with every swipe. Anybody know what this is and how to turn it off? Also, battery life has been very short after this upgrade. Any tips? Best..Reg -- The following

RE: Kurzweil 1000 and unidrv.dll issue

If you give the guys and gals at MSFT Accessibility a call they will help download the appropriate drivers and get you up an running again. I just finished going through this process. Phone: 1-800-936-5900 RegardsReg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Doorbell App

me up but voiceover does work with it. Amy Johnson On 6/8/19, Reg Sullivan wrote: > In addition to Carla’s post, I am replacing doors and of course door bells. > > > Does anyone have a recent positive experieince with a Smart Door Bell > that works well with Voice Over? >

RE: Doorbell App

In addition to Carla’s post, I am replacing doors and of course door bells. Does anyone have a recent positive experieince with a Smart Door Bell that works well with Voice Over? Regards….Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Carla

RE: Question about Stocks app?

Hello folks. Yes this app can be customized to reflect your own watch list using the manage watch list button at the bottom of the screen. It will open an edit field where you can type in the company or simble and then swipe right to add it to your list. If you want more updated info on any

RE: An Aria Update

This post is offensive and totally uncalled for. The message was, in my opinion, a promotion of Aira. -Original Message- From: Reg Sullivan Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2019 6:42 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: An Aria Update One of my favorite lines is "you chose to cu

RE: An Aria Update

One of my favorite lines is "you chose to cut off the hand that feeds you" Mark, I am so surprised that as one entrusted in a leadership position of a list that educates it's followers on Iphone related apps that make life easier for those of us who choose to subscribe to them that you would

RE: Ecobee4, and Nest gen3 Smart Thermostats

could buy whatever compatible sensor that would be and put it in a different room. Take care, Sieghard From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Tuesday, January 8, 2019 6:58 AM

RE: Ecobee4, and Nest gen3 Smart Thermostats

viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2019 9:53 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: RE: Ecobee4, and Nest gen3 Smart Thermostats Hi Sieghard. I haven’t ordered the Honeywell thermostat yet, it’s on my

RE: Ecobee4, and Nest gen3 Smart Thermostats

Echo speakers. Of course the Echo has the advantage that is gives me access to my Audible library, but so far for most other things I have tried I find the Google Home better. From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On B

RE: Ecobee4, and Nest gen3 Smart Thermostats

Well there you go again, Sieghard is selling for Honeywell. I just bought one on his endorsement. Truthfully, it was on my list for a while and I just needed somebody to speak out positively about the Honeywell and for the record, it definitely does work with Google!Now that we have a

RE: looking for a good single ear piece for my iPhone

I just bought the Jabra Mini on Black Friday from Amazon for $24.95 Canadian, normally $40. So far I find it very functional and much more comfortable than the Plantronics Voyager for an all day usage. Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: First thoughts on our new iPhone 8

Plus. Thanks, Reg and Kathy, for meeting us for lunch, you are lucky, Reg, my wife really wanted to run off with your new black lab. I hope you enjoy the show today, for reference, this refers to Reg Sullivan who is on this list, going to see the musical Come from Away together with his wife

RE: Treadmill with Bluetooth connectivity and accessible app

On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Wednesday, November 7, 2018 8:49 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Treadmill with Bluetooth connectivity and accessible app Not sure where or when Cristóbal bought this unit at less than $1k. I would love one at that price! CheersReg -Original

RE: Treadmill with Bluetooth connectivity and accessible app

about $1,299 which I assume was US Dollars, on Amazon.ca this thing is listed for $2,749, add to this taxes and it will be $3,000... ridiculous. If you order one -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Wednesday, November 7, 2018 2:08 PM

RE: Treadmill with Bluetooth connectivity and accessible app

WOW, what a great review, I think you just sold it. I want one! Reg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Cristobal Muñoz Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2018 4:46 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Treadmill with

RE: Was wondering about the freestyle libre and accessibility with the iPhone

store. It was a breeze to set up with my iPhone. The app works great. I will be using my phone from now on to scan my sensor. Greg Wocher On Nov 5, 2018, at 4:50 PM, Reg Sullivan mailto:regs2...@rogers.com> > wrote: I understand that here in Canada the app is available and th

RE: Was wondering about the freestyle libre and accessibility with the iPhone

I understand that here in Canada the app is available and the reader is accessible using Iphone 7 and greater. The app uses NRC technology to read the sensor data using voice over to verbalize it for us. I will be trying the sensor as soon as I upgrade my phone, probably this fall.

RE: iTunes 12.7.4

I have successfully installed and am using it with no difference from the previous version. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike B. Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 2:07 PM To: VIPhone Subject: iTunes 12.7.4 Hi

RE: Seeing AI help

Sounds like you are describing User Error in your post. You can be assured that if the bar code is in focus it will read, assuming the code is in the data base. The fast beeping is to guide you to the code. When using Short Text mode, the app only needs to get a quick picture of the page. You

RE: Edit Mode

finger accidentally. That is how > you now get into edit mode to move apps, delete apps, etc. > One finger flick up or down on any icon will start edit mode. Flick in the > opposite direction toget back to the default, activate mode. > HTH, > Richard > > > "Reality is the

RE: Edit Mode

; -- Jane Wagner On Jan 18, 2018, at 2:37 PM, Reg Sullivan <regs2...@rogers.com <mailto:regs2...@rogers.com> > wrote: Folks I upgraded to the most current IOS last evening. When moving around the screens using Voiceover I occasionally hear “Edit Mode” Is there a

Edit Mode

Folks I upgraded to the most current IOS last evening. When moving around the screens using Voiceover I occasionally hear "Edit Mode" Is there a setting to turn this off or do I just have to live with it? Smile..Reg -- The following information is important for all members of the V

RE: Logitech K4 80 instructions?

com> [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Sunday, October 8, 2017 9:13 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: RE: Logitech K4 80 instructions? Hello all. I also just received my new K480 Keyboard and am trying to pair it with my Del

RE: Logitech K4 80 instructions?

, Sieghard From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Sunday, October 8, 2017 9:13 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: RE: Logitech K4 80 instructions? He

RE: Logitech K4 80 instructions?

Hello all. I also just received my new K480 Keyboard and am trying to pair it with my Dell Windows 7 machine. After holding the left pairing button the keyboard displays. When I click next I have two choices: Create a pairing code for me or Enter your pairing code. When I choose Create a

RE: rainbow II color identifier now available

: rainbow II color identifier now available Hi, How much is this new unit? Mr. Ed From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Monday, September 25, 2017 12:49 PM To: viphone@googlegrou

RE: rainbow II color identifier now available

Martin, give them a phone call. You will likely get either the visually impaired owner or her husband who did the design for her. They are very nice folks to deal with. I have had two great experiences with them, they are very flexible and will surely let you know what they can and can’t do!

RE: Screen Locked

have to go back to iOS 9, which you cannot. I think that disappeared somewhere in iOS 10. Maybe someone knows different, but I am fine with the sound. Richard On Sep 8, 2017, at 7:17 AM, Reg Sullivan <regs2...@rogers.com <mailto:regs2...@rogers.com> > wrote: I have an Iphone 6S

Screen Locked

I have an Iphone 6S with up to date software. Wondering what I need to change in order to have voice over speak "screen Locked" instead of an audible beep. Regards..Reg -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns

IPhone 6 shutting down

Folks wondering if anyone has experienced their Iphone 6 shutting down for no apparent reason? Regards..Reg -- 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

RE: Stock Trading App

The TD Canada Mobile App works great with IOS and Voice Over. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Dan Rathburn Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2017 11:56 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Stock Trading App Hello, I'm

RE: Questions about Uber

, the only options for UBER is UberX and XL. Never heard of this assist. They don't even offer black or that other option anymore I forget what it was. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Friday, March 17, 2017

RE: [GTT-Toronto] Notes from last night's GTT meeting on Uber

;mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> <viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > on behalf of Reg Sullivan <regs2...@rogers.com <mailto:regs2...@rogers.com> > Sent: Friday, March 17, 2017 7:57:15 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.co

RE: Questions about Uber

Folks, the Uber team were clear about how they monitor communication between drivers and clients because it is within the Uber App. If you are refused with a service animal it will only be after you have confirmation of the ride along with the driver's name, car type and license plate number.

FW: [GTT-Toronto] Notes from last night's GTT meeting on Uber

any of the Taxi Companies or at least that is my opinion. Best regards..Reg Sullivan From: Gtt-toronto-announce [mailto:gtt-toronto-announce-boun...@lists.fayretech.com] On Behalf Of Jason Fayre via Gtt-toronto-announce Sent: Friday, March 17, 2017 10:29 AM To: gtt-toronto-annou

RE: software that is similar to itunes on linux that is blind friendly

Foobar will work but you will need some of their short cut keys set up by a sighted user. After that, you will be good to go. Reg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Amirudin Abdullah Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 10:36 AM

RE: Anoying announcement

r Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2016 2:20 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: Re: Anoying announcement Go to settings, general, accessibility, turn off hints and that announcement will go away. On Oct 5, 2016, at 5:13 PM, Reg Sullivan <regs2...@roger

Anoying announcement

Does anyone know if its possible to turn off the "Actions Available" announcement after any icon is tapped using VoiceOver? -- 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

RE: Apple Music and Spotify

Yes, high fives for Spodify, they've done a fabulous job on re-tooling! It is a treat to use especially on the IPhone. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of christopher hallsworth Sent: Friday, August 19, 2016 2:50 PM To:

RE: Jabra BT headset

Hi Danny. I recently researched and purchased Blue Tooth ear sets. I found the Samsung 1900 to be very comfortable when hooked around the ear. It responds with clarity and quickness. At a price point of $40 I am liking the choice I made. Regards….Reg From:

RE: Question concerning Spotify, and some album releases

Adele has chosen to forebid music services such as Spodify to offer her new Album. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Terri Stimmel Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 5:30 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Question concerning Spotify, and some

RE: Any good, accessible currency converter out there for the iPhone?

The Eutube demo is very impressive! I haven't figured how to make it work with Spodify. Will it work like Siri does with Apple Music or is this a wish list item? -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kelly Pierce Sent:

RE: Spotify Premium

Loving Spodify Premium. It seems more intuative on my Iphone compared to my windows Labtop. Less key strokes and more relevant to the task being performed. E.G. Every album or song has a "context" button beside it when tapped allows for several media management options, E.G. add to a folder.

FW: Enjoy Apple Music on Sonos today.

The news many of you have been waiting for. Sonos is so great at keeping their commitment. From: Sonos [mailto:no-re...@email.sonos.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2015 11:06 AM To: regs2...@rogers.com Subject: Enjoy Apple Music on Sonos today. Apple Music is coming to Sonos.

RE: Spotify Qaining Battery Life

While on the Spodify topic, I am still getting familiar with it. On the IPhone there is a context button which brings up a menu for adding every song to a play list. This is fantastic. Has anyone figured out how to perform the same function using Windows 7 & Jaws version on their labtop?

RE: [Bulk] Re: Tap Tap See

Yes, I started receiving the "trouble sending immage" message today. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Shai Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2015 6:20 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: [Bulk] Re: Tap Tap See Hi Linda,

RE: BlindSquare Navigation App - Free during July August, 2015

my iPhone On Jul 10, 2015, at 8:30 AM, Shaf shafpa...@gmail.com wrote: Because it's not actually free, a demo app is free. False advertising. On 7/10/2015 2:24 PM, Reg Sullivan wrote: Hello all. I don't see a link in the below note and was wondering if somebody could post it? When I

RE: BlindSquare Navigation App - Free during July August, 2015

Hello all. I don't see a link in the below note and was wondering if somebody could post it? When I search for Blind Square in the App store the only option is a $34.95 purchase price. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: [Bulk] Using Netflix

I haven’t used the mobile app, however Netflix works flawlessly on Apple TV. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jen Colley Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 10:51 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: [Bulk] Using Netflix Hi, I am in

RE: Looking for an accessible flier app that will work in Canada

Jen, my experience has been better with individual store chains and their flyers. Many of them have accessible apps now, E.G. Metro Grocery, Sobeys's, shoppers Drug mart, etc.! Cheers.Reg From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jen Colley Sent:

Transferring Music

Hello from Sunny Scarborough! My brother has an IPOD with a collection of individual songs that I would like to have in my ITunes account. Is this possible and if so, how would we go about it? Best RegardsReg -- The following information is important for all members of the

RE: Your message in VIPhone was denied

Perhaps, however, I received the same message and I’m not sure my post ever made it to the list. There were no responses to my post titled “Air Play”. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Robin Frost Sent: March 26, 2014 4:35 PM To:

AirPlay

Since upgrading to ios 7 I don't seem to have the Air Play option in the Control Centre. Anyone experience this problem? Any tips to resolve? Regards..Reg -- The following information is important for all members of the viphone list. All new members to the this list are moderated by

RE: purchased apps question

Jim, good question. Tap on the purchased tab in the App Store. You will see a list of all originally purchased apps with a download button beside each. Works like a charm. CheersReg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: No speech on Apple TV

Good Day! I've had this happen before. Simply unplug the Apple TV box for thirty seconds and plug it in again. It will restart Voice Over. I believe the short cut key for the same is to hold the menu and down arrow keys for six seconds. -Original Message- From:

RE: Mighty boom Buster speaker ball!

Hi Terresa. Just got the Mighty Boom Ball Speaker. Is there a trick to untwisting it? I don't want to break it! Smile! -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Teresa Cochran Sent: December 11, 2013 11:53 AM To:

RE: Color App

the Colorino Colour Identifier which I am quite sure is still sold. It can identify about 150 colours and usually it does a great job. Regards, Sieghard From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Sunday, February 02, 2014 8:26 AM

Color App

Anyone have a suggestion for a color app that works well, is accessible and accurate? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the VIPhone Google Group. Post a new message to VIPhone by emailing viphone@googlegroups.com. Search and view the VIPhone archives by visiting

RE: TapTapSee

Hello folks. I've had excellent results with this APP. Tonight I picked two identical jars from the medicine cabinet. I was thrilled when snapping a picture of the first jar and when it announced, Advil tablets. If you aren't focused, Tap Tap will simply announce what it is seeing, e.g. cream

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RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5

I continue to have drop outs and did try streaming over 3G with no difference in the results. RegardsReg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: February 1, 2013 11:04 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5

it did not work on WiFi, after I plugged my laptop in it was no problem. Regards, Sieghard -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Friday, February 1, 2013 8:24 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Major

RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5

and not the internet connection/speed. Regards, Sieghard From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Reg Sullivan Sent: Friday, January 25, 2013 7:07 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5 Curiously

RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5

Curiously enough, I started a thread about this some time ago and got very little interest in getting to the root of the problem. I have the same drop out issues with my Iphone 4S with Tune in Radio and am at a loss to determine the cause of it. I added Apple TV in December and am having some

RE: Major problems streaming internet radio on iPhone 5

Clearly there is an underlying problem here. Many posts with the same issue, but with different configuration of Hardware, software versions and Network architecture. I have an older Tune in App and an IPhone 4S. I posted this issue six months ago and it has recently become more problematic.

RE: single bluetooth ear bud

I just purchased the Blue Ant this week. It's my first Wireless Blue Tooth ear peace and so far it's been what I expected. The design is simple and solid with the same functionality. CheersReg -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com]

IPhone with Air Play

Folks, I am using my IPhone 4S to stream Tune In Radio Stations to my Air Play Device which is connected to my Stereo Receiver. I'm getting continuous drop outs and not sure why? Anyone out there experiencing the same? CheersReg -- You received this message because you are