RE: Watch OS 9.4 extremely sluggish

Appreciate the suggestion but I did this as well but in my case, it made no difference. ---Warmest regards, ---Rick Alfaro ---rick.alf...@gmail.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Christopher Chaltain Sent: Tuesday, April 4, 2023 2:07 PM

Watch OS 9.4 extremely sluggish

Has anyone noticed the increased sluggishness with Watch OS 9.4? I have a series 7 watch and after upgrading to OS 9.4, swiping or tapping when using VO has really affected responsiveness in a big way. This is the same with all of the American siri voices. I’m wondering if it’s just me watch

RE: Apple Watch Question

Richard, I kept getting a poor recording message but finally got it to work after resting my hand on my lap and keeping my finger very still. I used my index finger if that makes any difference. ---Warmest regards, ---Rick Alfaro

RE: Apple Watch Question

Chris, thanks much. That worked. Seems it’s only while in the ECG app. Not sure what it meant by live audio really as the only audio I get beside VO is a chirp when it’s done doing its thing. Interesting though. ---Warmest regards, ---Rick Alfaro

RE: Apple Watch Question

Hi Richard. Is this new for the series 8 watches? I have a series 7 and it does nothing here at all. Curious. ---Warmest regards, ---Rick Alfaro ---rick.alf...@gmail.com Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: A Question about corrupted TVOS VoiceOver Output when Heard through a Sound Bar that is Connected to Television via Optical Cable

I've experienced this issue quite often and resolve it in the same way you do. This works for me every time. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Tom Rash Sent: Saturday, November 26, 2022 9:00 AM To: Viphone Subject: Re: A Question about corrupted TVOS

RE: Series 7 watch and InfoGraph complication

Chris, thanks very much. Don’t know how I missed that one. I looked everywhere except for VO settings. (lol) From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Chris Chaffin Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2022 12:06 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Series 7 watch and InfoGraph

Series 7 watch and InfoGraph complication

I’ve been using the InfoGraph complication lately and can’t figure out how to change the time display format. It insists on showing hour:minutes:seconds where I would prefer to just show hours and minutes without the seconds and haven’t found a way to change this. Is there a way or is this not

RE: And So It Begins: Does Anyone Know How to Buy iPhone 14Pro Max with a Physical SIM Tray from within the United States?

This is exactly what I was thinking. Although I am a fan of switching sim cards to play with other phones, I do imagine that someone will come up with a way of easily transferring an ESim from one phone to another. Question is would this be a user accessible possibility? I have no idea but I

RE: And So It Begins: Does Anyone Know How to Buy iPhone 14Pro Max with a Physical SIM Tray from within the United States?

I also would be annoyed by not being able to use a sim tray. What if you have another phone that you want to switch to like possibly an Android model? This used to be easy because all you have to do is simply switch the sim card from one phone to the other. Now, as far as I know, you can't do

IOS16 and delayed siri responses

I’m wondering if anyone else has noticed this with IOS16. Siri responses are more delayed for some reason whenever I press and hold the power button to invoke Siri. In the past, the alert tone was heard almost immediately where now, there is quite a delay after the tone. I know the tone is

RE: Correction to my app switcher issue

Hi. Yes, I am seeing this as well. My workaround until this gest fixed is to do a 4 finger tap at the bottom of the screen which puts focus where you need to be in the app switcher. At least this seems to work for me consistently. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: OT: Accessible Ice Maker

Sighard, the cojntertop ice makers usually have at least a control for power on/off and size of ice cubes, small or large. They are stand alone machines with their own water reservoir. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Monday, September 19, 2022 4:45

RE: Accessible Ice Maker

Hello. We recently purchased a countertop ice maker from Best buy made by Insignia. It was on sale at the time for $99. I believe it usually sells for $120. It has real buttons and perfectly accessible. It can make up to 26lbs of ice per day which was more than enough for our needs.

RE: Alternate SiriusXM player, was about the NFL stream ...

Terrific app Chris. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. So much nicer than the SirusXM app. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Chris Chaffin Sent: Friday, August 5, 2022 12:55 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re:

RE: labeling an unlabeled button

Yes, I've also experienced what you describe with some apps. Not sure if it's due to funky focus issues or what but when they do work and stick properly, they're a big help. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mike Arrigo

RE: labeling an unlabeled button

Hi Mike. Focus the button you want to label and do a 2 finger double tap and hold to bring up the label item dialog and take it from there. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mike Arrigo Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2022 2:18 PM

RE: Apple TV

Hi. Yes it can. I purchased one for a second 4k Apple TV that I have that had the older touch remote. I believe I paid around $50 or so for it. Just pair it up and it works great. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of

RE: Apple TV

Hi Patti. The newer remote is much easier to use because it has directional buttons you can push instead of using swipes. It can actually be configured to use both methods if you desire. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of

RE: Accessibility issue with the Alexa app:

Don, I had the same problem a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, there is a button that you have to tap to get past this screen which is totally inaccessible with VoiceOver. I had to have my sighted wife tap on it to get past it. You can’t help but wonder if Amazon does any accessibility testing

RE: Back tap on new iPhone

Hi. I’ve seen a few folks state that they find the back tap to be unreliable. That just hasn’t been me experience so I can’t help but wonder where folks are performing the back tap? I always do it on the back camera and it works for me %99 of the time. I use this spot because there never is any

RE: Back tap on new iPhone

Personally, I like assigning the triple back tap to start and stop VoiceOver. Even though it can be done with a “Siri command, there are times I’d rather do it without having to speak anything. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of

RE: Wayaround question

Hi Amy, I have to WayLink you are referring to and find I don’t use it very often at all as simply scanning the tag via NFC on my iPhone is just as quick if not a little quicker. The WayLink device does not work without your phone. It would have been great as a standalone device if it could

RE: Soundbar app accessibility

I have a 2020 LG TV with Web OS 5.x and the screen reader actually works quite well for all settings and menus. I wonder if LG offers an iPhone app? Never checked into that. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Simon A

RE: Good Maps Outdoors POI issue

Yes, I get the same when opening a POI category. Glad to know it’s a known issue. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Monday, October 4, 2021 5:45 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Good Maps Outdoors POI

RE: Voice Clock won't start at my appointed start time.

VoiceOver clock has been working quite well since the author updated it to run properly under IOS 15. Are you referring to Voice Clock or VoiceOver Clock? Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Monday, October 4, 2021

RE: For anyone using VoiceOver clock?t didn’t talk at noon

Thanks much. I think I finally got this working. The key was to turn off notifications on the Apple Watch. Let's see if it continues to work without having to fiddle with it any more. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of

RE: Long dead apps that I miss, was about talking clocks

I truly miss List Recorder. I wish someone picked it up for further development. It was a brilliant app and so very useful. There hasn’t been anything like it since. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Friday,

RE: Looks like some talking clocks no longer work in iOS 15

Richard, I couldn’t find a way either. It looks like the last update was 6 years ago so hopefully we can find a good replacement. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 10:54 AM To:

RE: Looks like some talking clocks no longer work in iOS 15

I’m having the same issue here. One app that I’ve used for a long time now called Chime no longer speaks the time in IOS 15. I had it set to use a very human sounding female voice which was great. If anyone knows of a good talking time app that uses a really good voice to speak at preset

RE: Apple TV

I totally agree with Mary here. The Roku speech is absolutely horrible. Just think MicroSoft Sam with a hangover. Really annoying. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 12:12 AM To:

RE: Bose frames

Hi. The Frames Tempo doe not have the directional features of the earlier models. Not sure why Bose decided to abandon that idea. The Frames do have very good microphones and work re4ally well for making and receiving phone calls. I wear my Tempos literally all day. Warmest regards Rick

RE: Bose frames

I believe he was referring to head tracking which the Tempo doesn't support currently. Other than the head tracking, the Tempos work great with SoundScape. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Robert Doc Wright Sent: Tuesday,

RE: Bose frames

Hi. If you are referring to what they call head tracking, sadly no, the Frames tempo are not supported. I'd love to see this added if possible in a future firmware update but not sure if the Tempo has the necessary AR sensors. The models that are supported are the Alto and Rondo which are older

RE: Bose frames

I would imagine that if you have to volume all the way up it would be possible for others to hear your conversation. Kept at a reasonable volume, there could be some chance of others hearing but not much. They are open speakers so I think it's to be expected. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro

RE: Bose frames

I have to Bose Frames Tempo and I purchased them on Amazon for $249. There are other models but the Tempo has the longest battery life at 8 hours whereas the others have 6. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Casey Wollner

RE: Bose frames

Hi. In my case they are sun glasses with tiny bluetooth speakers inbeded into the stems of the glasses and pointed toward your ears. The speakers are actually pointed towards your ears and not on them or in them so you can hear all of your surroundings. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro

RE: Bose frames

Hi. Afte4r trying a few different Bluetooth glasses and open ear type headsets I finally decided on the Bose Frames Tempo. They are a wrap around style set of sun glasses with awesome battery life compared to some of the others and the sound is decent given the size of its speakers. I wear them

RE: A review of the soon to ship Sonos Roam portable smart speaker

I’ve been watching reviews on YouTube on this speaker. Man, it almost sounds like the perfect portable speaker. Definitely ordering one. My wife thinks it would make a great birthday present and I agree! (lol) Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: Smart cooker app does not work with iOS 14.5

So sorry to hear that. Very annoying as my Instant Pot Bluetooth cooker has been working just fine. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 12:58 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject:

RE: Cosori air fryer review

That’s a great tip. Thanks much for that. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Kay Malmquist Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2021 10:48 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Cosori air fryer review Hey Jenny, If you have an

RE: Cosori air fryer review

Ahhh, I see you ran into the same thing I did with the app. It would be nice if they fixed this as there are occasions when I really don’t want to use my voice to set it up. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Jenny Wood Sent:

RE: Cosori air fryer review

Hi Richard. We have this air fryer and love it but there is one strange quirk that I found to be very odd when setting up a cook via the app. The app is quite accessible but when you are done setting your options and hit “start cooking” you are told to press start on the air fryer control

RE: Looking for a good medicine reminder app

Bingo Richard. That’s a good one. Very flexible and very VO friendly. Thanks for the suggestion. I did try MedSafe along with a few others but did like it much. Lots of unlabeled buttons and funky focus issues. Pill reminder is a keeper. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From:

Looking for a good medicine reminder app

I know this is a huge category on the app store so I thought I would ask the list first. I need a good med reminder app that will allow me to configure several meds with flexible scheduling and the ability to nag me until the med is taken. I've already tried a few of them and unfortunately many of

RE: Best app for recording a doctor visit

Very true. I've started recording more than once by mistake without realizing it and wound up for a recording that was hours long. (lol) Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Simon A Fogarty Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2021 5:48

RE: Best app for recording a doctor visit

Hi Mary. If you have an Apple Watch, I would personally use Just Press Record. Since the watch is on your wrist you don't have to worry about where you place your iPhone as long as it's within range of your watch. JMO. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From:

RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

I was originally very interested in the Bose Tempos but held back due to fear that they just wouldn't last a whole day of normal every day use like making and receiving several phone calls, occasional streaming, and frequent Siri usage. I don't mind recharging every night but running out of

RE: Alternatives to AfterShokz bone conduction

What about Siri? Any trouble invoking Siri? Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Nimer Jaber Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 10:35 AM To: Viphone Subject: Re: Alternatives to AfterShokz bone conduction Hello, Yes, the first sound

RE: Alternatives to AfterShokz bone conduction

Hello. I’ve recently been on the hunt for either bone conduction or audio glasses to use with my iPhone 12 pro and VO. I just returned a pair of Echo Frames. They were actually quite good and I would have kept them but battery life was dismal only going for a few hours, nowhere near a full

RE: Can’t get Back to Watch Face After Updating

Same thing here with the same solution with my wife. Actually, rebooting the watch did not remedy it. In fact, I actually went through the process of unpairing and re-pairing my watch which didn't fix it either. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From:

RE: can anyone tell me about curiosity stream?

Regarding accessibility, I access it via either the app for Apple TV or Amazon Fire device. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Chris Judd Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 10:57 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: can

RE: can anyone tell me about curiosity stream?

Hi Chris. Basically, it's tons and tons of documentaries on just about any subject you can think of. If you enjoy watching documentaries, you will probably love Curiosity Stream and the price is quite reasonable. I believe I paid $14.99 for 1 year via a coupon I found somewhere. Regular price

RE: Screen locks when on phone call

Yes, I did forward to accessibility support and let them know I was able to reproduce it the issue. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 10:48 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Screen locks when

RE: Screen locks when on phone call

I'm seeing exactly the same behavior on my iPhone 11 running IOS 14.01. Very annoying. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro -Original Message- From: 'Harry Bell' via VIPhone Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 12:57 AM To: Abridged Recipients Subject: Screen locks when on phone call > 

RE: Access to charging sensor while having belt clip on case?

Hi. I think the nub will probably interfere with the wireless charging. I would rtry and find a belt case that doesn't require any sort of attachment. There are a ton of them on Amazon but make sure it's either a Universal case or one that is made for your particular phone model. Warmest

RE: An alternative to Audible for future purchases

Hi Richard. This looks very interesting. I especially love the drm-free policy which allows us to play our books on any device we want without having to go through annoying conversions. Thanks for sharing the info. Warmest regards Rick Alfaro From: viphone@googlegroups.com

Creating a command on IOS 13

Hi Listers. I'm trying figure out the best way to create a custom command in IOS 13. Here is what I am wanting to do and I need suggestions on the best way to accomplish this. I want to be able to speak a command that will trigger the following actions. 1. Open settings 2. Open

RE: Voice app for iOS announcement

Disregard my last message. The voice commands started working when I reran the app. Still amazed by the speed and quality of the OCR. From: rick.alf...@gmail.com Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2019 10:55 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Voice app for iOS announcement Hi

RE: Voice app for iOS announcement

Search for voice OCR and it should come right up for you. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Julie Dawson Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2019 7:50 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Voice app for iOS announcement I can't find this app in the app store. There are so

RE: Voice app for iOS announcement

Hi Richard. I already had the app installed so got the update. The OCR is truly impressive. I wasn’t able to get the 2 voice commands to work at all however. I did allow access to the mic when running the app. Any suggestions? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard

RE: Instant Pot app

What about other settings like time, pressure level, and other settings that were very accessible in the BlueTooth version but not in the WiFi version of the app? With the BT version of the app, all of these settings are accessible via the dashboard and there is no need to use any of the