RE: How do I delete an app?

2021-01-11 Thread Carolyn
Thank you; I got it out of my phone. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Stacy Fuehrer Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 8:26 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: How do I delete an app? Hello, in order to delete the

RE: How do I delete an app?

2021-01-11 Thread Carolyn
Thanks, got it done, wonder if I could again, but right now, no reason to have to. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Simon A Fogarty Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 8:37 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: How do I

Re: Voice Dream Reader update is out, version 4.12 includes scanning

2021-01-11 Thread Gerardo Corripio
On mine, I don't need to go into Add; right before the Add button, there's a Scan button. You double-tap, and you're in the the same interface as you'd be if you open the Scanner app. Wasn't the Scan item there before? I seem to have vaguely seen it! Or is it only there for those who have the

RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

2021-01-11 Thread rick.alfaro
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: Voice Dream Reader update is out, version 4.12 includes scanning

2021-01-11 Thread lenron brown
As much as I don't scan things. I am not going to be upset about waiting a few extra seconds. So I will take this added feature in voice dream. It's the only app by the devs over there I have. On 1/11/21, Gerardo Corripio wrote: > On mine, I don't need to go into Add; right before the Add

Alexa App Problem:

2021-01-11 Thread Don Moore
I tried to open the Alexa app, but when I do, it opens, then immediately shuts down. I'm looking to enable the Calm Radio skill, but so far, no deal. I deleted the app, but left the document stuff because I wasn't keen on reinstalling everything. Any suggestions? Thanks! -- The following

RE: Voice Dream Reader update is out, version 4.12 includes scanning

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
Very interesting. I do not find that scan button. Do you also have the separate scanner app? I have both and the only way I can scan within Voice Dream Reader is to do the add button, then scanner. Richard Ralph's Observation: It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object<>to realize that

Re: Voice Dream Reader update is out, version 4.12 includes scanning

2021-01-11 Thread Gerardo Corripio
Yes. I've the two apps. Weird! because I just checked and the Scan button is no longer there! I too need to go into Add as you mentioned, with the first Button being Scan. Gera Enviado desde mi iPhone SE (2nd Generation) de Telcel > El 11 ene 2021, a la(s) 9:00 a.m., Richard Turner >

Re: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

2021-01-11 Thread Marie N.
What is the difference in battery life and are the Tenors smaller or larger than the Tempo. Are the microphones good? Thanks, Marie -Original Message- From: Simon A Fogarty Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 5:48 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone

Re: battery health

2021-01-11 Thread Joseph Hudson
I would leave it unplugged and just let it drain. > On Jan 11, 2021, at 12:15 PM, Paul JOrdan wrote: > > Hi all. I have an Iphone 8 which I am not currently using. I’m wondering if > it is better for the health of the battery to leave it plugged in all the > time, or let the battery drain

Super Lidar, and Updates to the Supersense Blog

2021-01-11 Thread Shane Lowe
Hi all, Happy 2021, and I hope the year is starting off well for you! :) My co-writer Ipek and I have been busy writing more for the Supersense blog, and have lots of updates that should hopefully be helpful and interesting to you! First, our Super Lidar app has finally been approved by Apple,

RE: Super Lidar, and Updates to the Supersense Blog

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
Following up on the book log, for those who use the BARD system from the National Library for the Blind, the Harry Potter series read by Jim Dale is available for free. Richard Ralph's Observation: It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object<>to realize that you are in a hurry. My web

RE: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
I don't have Apple Music subscription, so I'm not sure why some tracks show on your phone and not on the computer or the other way 'round. As for things like the White album, there you get to blame whomever entered it into the database that itunes uses. You would have to edit the way it is

RE: IOS 14.3

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
14.3 has been out for a while. Always check www.applevis.com /blog to read about accessibility improvements or bugs with each release. I've had no issues with 14.3. Richard Ralph's Observation: It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object<>to realize that you are in a hurry. My web

Re: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
On Apple's page concerning iOS 12, 12.5.1 is the last version. Richard "You know," said Arthur, "it's at times like this, when I'm trapped in a Vogon airlock with a man from Betelgeuse, and about to die of asphyxiation in deep space, that I really wish I'd listened to what my mother told me

RE: Blind Compass and Blind Bat - new apps for the blind

2021-01-11 Thread therealsandyfinley
I think it is easier to walk straight when walking faster; the straight line is easier to feel. Trouble is, if you crash into something, it hurts more. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Janet Bell Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 11:58 PM To:

RE: Blind Compass and Blind Bat - new apps for the blind

2021-01-11 Thread therealsandyfinley
The compass app could be very helpful if you have to cross a large parking lot. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of terrie...@twc.com Sent: Saturday, January 9, 2021 9:13 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Blind Compass and Blind Bat - new apps for

battery health

2021-01-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I have an Iphone 8 which I am not currently using. I'm wondering if it is better for the health of the battery to leave it plugged in all the time, or let the battery drain and re-charge. Since I am currently using an Iphone 7 it may be that I may need to use that 8 at some point.

Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Malcolm Parfitt
Hello, Recently I have noticed something strange with Apple Music. When I add an album to my library some tracks are missing from my iPhone but are listed in iTunes. Sometimes it’s the other way. Has anyone else noticed this? The second question is not Apple Music related but applies to the

Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Kay Malmquist
The subject pretty much says it all. Can someone tell me what the last version of i o s 12 was. Thanks Kay Malmquist kay.malmqu...@gmail.com Accept the presence of thorns, but let the rose inspire you. Steve Pavlina - Self-Help Author - Speaker -- The following information is important for

Re: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Joseph Hudson
I believe it is 12.3. > On Jan 11, 2021, at 1:07 PM, Kay Malmquist wrote: > > The subject pretty much says it all. Can someone tell me what the last > version of i o s 12 was. Thanks > > Kay Malmquist > kay.malmqu...@gmail.com > > Accept the presence of thorns, but let the rose inspire

RE: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread davycuppens
Wrong. It is 12.5.1. -Oorspronkelijk bericht- Van: viphone@googlegroups.com Namens Joseph Hudson Verzonden: maandag 11 januari 2021 20:07 Aan: viphone@googlegroups.com Onderwerp: Re: Last version of IOS 12? I believe it is 12.3. > On Jan 11, 2021, at 1:07 PM, Kay Malmquist wrote: >

RE: IOS 14.3

2021-01-11 Thread davycuppens
There are several known bugs of which Apple is aware. There are notification bugs but it is very user dependent. The last days there are many complaints not only from blind or visually impaired users; these problems are not accessibility related. For some users notifications nolonger pop up

IOS 14.3

2021-01-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
I just saw that IOS 14.3 is out. Has it been out for a while? Are there any issues with it? I've been a little behind in life, so maybe it's been out a while. If so, sorry for the question. The update just showed up on my phone today. God bless! Paula and the pups -- The following

Re: IOS 14.3

2021-01-11 Thread Kathy Brandt
Think I will wait till after the 20th to install given what I have heard about Apple possibly blocking the federal message broadcasting system for the same reasons parlor was removed from the App Store. On Jan 11, 2021, at 1:20 PM, Paul JOrdan wrote:  I just saw that IOS 14.3 is out. Has

AW: Bose earphones,, was about Aftershokz

2021-01-11 Thread Alexandra
I have the Bose frames alto and absolutely like their sound. I wouldn't recommend them though, as the glasses don't fit very well and look very cheapish. Battery life could be better as well. So I guess the frames tempo will be a choice for me one day. -Ursprüngliche Nachricht- Von:

Re: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Joseph Hudson
It's just been so long since I've had 12 on my phone.I saw that after Richard wrote it. > On Jan 11, 2021, at 1:16 PM, > wrote: > > Wrong. It is 12.5.1. > > -Oorspronkelijk bericht- > Van: viphone@googlegroups.com Namens Joseph Hudson > Verzonden: maandag 11 januari 2021 20:07 >

RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Yeah don't have those issues but the only thing that hasn't worked for me is Hey siri unless I hold the button on the phone or the phone to my face, But I do get a couple of phone calls and playing media out of the frames in a day with a lot to remain. -Original Message- From:

RE: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Yeah the apple music issue if I'm correct here is a geographical location issue where in some cases some of the tracks are only available in some countries Therefore if you buy the album Some of the tracks wont show up in your listing due to you being in another country -Original

RE: from Sonos sceptic to Sonos believer

2021-01-11 Thread Richard Turner
Certainly. The guy at Video Only gave us a small discount. The Sonos One SL lists for $180 and he gave them to us at $170. The Arc soundbar lists at $800 and he gave it to us for $750. I was looking up some info on the Arc soundbar and found that they actually include the cables you need,

Re: battery health

2021-01-11 Thread Agent086b
According to the Apple website. It says something like when leaving an iPhone unused for sometime have the battery at 50% charge and check it each 6 months or so. Max. > On 12 Jan 2021, at 5:15 am, Paul JOrdan wrote: > > Hi all. I have an Iphone 8 which I am not currently using. I’m wondering

RE: battery health

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
I'd swap over the 7 and use the 8 and then put the 7 either out to pasture or keep it in a drawer until someone needs a phone. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Joseph Hudson Sent: Tuesday, 12 January 2021 8:33 am To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re:

RE: resetting an old mini IPad

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Just your phone and find my ipad. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Vicki W. Sent: Tuesday, 12 January 2021 11:49 am To: IPhone Subject: resetting an old mini IPad Hi, I am going to reset my mini IPad II back to the original factory settings so I can give it to my granddaughter.

Re: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Wayne Merritt
I often have tracks show up partly on an album I've downloaded in Apple Music. My work around for this is to go through the steps of locating the album in Apple music to view all tracks. This usually works, but sometimes even when I drill down through the different screens not all tracks show for

Re: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Kay Malmquist
Thank much. I appreciate the help. Kay Malmquist kay.malmqu...@gmail.com Accept the presence of thorns, but let the rose inspire you. Steve Pavlina - Self-Help Author - Speaker - Original Message - From: Richard Turner To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, January 11,

RE: Bose earphones,, was about Aftershokz

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Yeah they are the first to be released The tenor are a better fit but still I could suggest some changes for them, But again if people are wanting to check them out, I highly recommend trying the different models out before you buy. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

2021-01-11 Thread Mr. Ed
Hi Richard, What do you mean they don’t fit you? You must have a big fat head. LOL 藍 Just teasing. Mr. Ed From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 11:27 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Alternatives

RE: from Sonos sceptic to Sonos believer

2021-01-11 Thread Mr. Ed
Hi Richard, May I asked what kind of price have you seen or payed for them? Mr. Ed From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2021 5:18 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: from Sonos sceptic to Sonos

RE: Blind Compass and Blind Bat - new apps for the blind

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Hey if you think walking fast herts when you walk in to something, You need to try getting hit by a tour bus carrying 50 american tourists, That I can tell you really flippen herts, Part of my troubles is the paving around my city needs to be cleaned up as it's cobble stones and generally

RE: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Hi Malcolm , Sorry didn't get that from your first emal, Thought your itunes comment was aimed at the music store rather than the itunes app. But that however is very odd I would check your phone and make sure the album has completely downloaded to your phone and see if that changes

RE: Alternatives to Aftershokz bone conduction

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Tempo have an 8 hour battery life, Tenor have a 5 hour battery life. As for size, No real size difference but the shape is different, The tempo wrap around the face / eyes and have a longer arm which wraps back further around the head so they are more secure on your face while you wear them if

Re: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Malcolm Parfitt
I see what you’re saying, sometimes it will say an item is not available in your country or region, but the laptop and iPhone are in the same room so I don’t think in this case it’s geographical. Incidentally they’re on the same wireless network too. Malcolm Parfitt > On 11 Jan 2021, at

Re: Two music questions, one Apple.

2021-01-11 Thread Wayne Merritt
One thing I forgot to mention. When viewing a limited set of tracks you have downloaded or added to a play list, there is often an option after all tracks to show all tracks on the album. Between this and the work around I mentioned before, I am usually able to get to all tracks for an album.

Re: Last version of IOS 12?

2021-01-11 Thread Cristobal Munoz
Looks like they just released version 12.5.1 today for bug fixes. https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/11/ios-12-5-1-covid-19-exposure-notifications/ > On Jan 11, 2021, at 11:05 AM, Richard Turner > wrote: > >  On Apple's page concerning iOS 12, 12.5.1 is the last version. > > > Richard > > "You

Re: Alexa App Problem:

2021-01-11 Thread Kimberly
Are you running iOS 14.3? I was having the same problem though with a different app and when I rebooted my phone it seem to fix things. Hope that helps. Sent from Kimber's Red iPhone True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.—Martin Luther King Jr. > On

resetting an old mini IPad

2021-01-11 Thread Vicki W.
Hi, I am going to reset my mini IPad II back to the original factory settings so I can give it to my granddaughter. What do I need to sign out of or change before I do that? Do I nee to sign out of my Apple account first? Thanks. Vicki -- The following information is important for all

Re: Bose earphones,, was about Aftershokz

2021-01-11 Thread Robin
this is True, as I usually get About 8Hours on My BoseFrames Tempo At 09:14 AM 1/11/2021, you wrote: I’ve pasted the previous thread below, but as the conversation has moved over to talking about Bose, started a new thread. The Bose site says the Tempos get 8 hours of active use.

RE: resetting an old mini IPad

2021-01-11 Thread Simon A Fogarty
Yeah sorry I meant ipad. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Vicki W. Sent: Tuesday, 12 January 2021 12:42 pm To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: resetting an old mini IPad Just my phone? Did you mean my Ipad? - Original Message - From: Simon A

Giveaway for Castro Podcast Player (iOS)

2021-01-11 Thread Cristóbal Muñoz
I saw this offer on the Castro podcast's player Twitter handle and at least when I redeemed the offer, it was still good. Valid for 500 redemptions. $9.49 for the first year then back to the $18 after the first year. https://tokn.co/c/BNmxR0KO -- The following information is important for all

Re: resetting an old mini IPad

2021-01-11 Thread Vicki W.
Just my phone? Did you mean my Ipad? - Original Message - From: Simon A Fogarty To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, January 11, 2021 4:03 PM Subject: RE: resetting an old mini IPad Just your phone and find my ipad. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf

RE: battery health

2021-01-11 Thread chalt...@outlook.com
If you research best practices for an LI battery, you’ll find the best thing to do for long term health is shallow discharges, i.e. let it run down to 50% to 80% of it’s battery capacity and then top it off to get it back to 100%. I think whatever you do is OK though, but you do want to avoid