RE: Accessible Crosswords App

2013-08-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Andy, I am thoroughly enjoying crossword puzzles once again. I am hoping to involve other family members in the process. Tom had a great suggestion with VO announcing the letters that have already been filled in. Sometimes, I need to go back to the clue to hear if there are any letters

RE: Checkbook app for iPhone

2013-09-17 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi John, I have an app on my iPhone4 called Balance. I tried to get the link from the website to iTunes, but it stated that it's not available in the States. I will need to look into it further because I live in the US and have it on my phone. I think it is a free app, with an inlink purchase to

Re: Looktel money reader

2013-09-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, The only thing that VO will announce when you launch the app is exactly why you heard. It depends upon your preference, but you can leave the paper money on a table or place the camera facing up toward the ceiling. I prefer the first method. I basically hold the camera about an inch or

RE: Possible Fix for ios 7 was: Re: Want to Downgrade to IOS6

2013-09-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Ben Others, I haven't read the article concerning this. However, I have a couple of question. If I am understanding this correctly, iOS7 will be downloaded to my iPHone4 that has 6.1.2 on it, but not installed. Where would I go to delete the file and what kind of measures are you

Accessibility Response to iOS7 Push to Devices

2013-09-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, A little while ago, I contacted accessibility to discuss the situation of the automatic push of iOS7 to all devices that are still running iOS6. This is a summary of what I was told. 1. There is no way to remove it from the phone. 2. One will receive an alert either from iTunes or

Re: Finding The Cellular Data Usage In iOS 7

2013-09-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Lela, I am beginning to explore my mail client on the MacBook Air and just found your email. I'll try this when I have gotten my Java into me. Since I am assisting my husband on this, I am one of those folks holding out for a little bit to purchase a new iPhone 5s, so I can get the

Re: Opening search on iPhone with braille display

2013-10-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, My question is: Will this command work on the Mac side too? I'm not at a location that I can test it out immediately. Thanks. Eileen On Oct 6, 2013, at 6:48 AM, Annie Skov Nielsen annieskovniel...@gmail.com wrote: Hi. space+ dot 3 4 5 6 should let you into search field.

RE: About iOS 7, is it really so bad? was: Apple now forcing iOS 6 holdouts to upgrade to iOS 7.

2013-10-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Cara, I just want clarification of iExplorer. My logical brain would indicate that iExplorer would give me an idea of which apps and resources are using more data? Please explain and if the app is VO accessible. I am new to all of this. Thanks. Eileen -Original Message- From:

iExplorer for Mac Info

2013-10-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Cara, I just reviewed iExplorer with the link that you gave me. For those who may be interested, the cost for the basic version is $34.95. If I read the info correctly, it stated the license was good for both a Mac PC. Can you confirm this Cara? This looks interesting, but I need to see

Re: Reading Kindle Books

2013-10-16 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Patty, I too am running iOS 6.1.2 on an iPone 4. On Oct 16, 2013, at 8:54 AM, Patti Johnson pattigj1...@gmail.com wrote: thank you Theresa and Ileen, sorry for misspelling; I appreciate these tips, will see how they work out for me. So, I can test the issues you are having on my end if

Re: reading kindle books

2013-10-16 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Teresa, I think I got the command mixed up with going back to a previous page. thanks for making the correction. Eileen On Oct 16, 2013, at 8:42 AM, Teresa Cochran vegaspipistre...@gmail.com wrote: If you have the two rocker bars on the front of the display, you should be able to use

Re: editing Excel spreadsheets with VoiceOver

2013-10-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hey Tom, How are you doing? This is what I have found out with many inquiries about this. Office 2010 2013 is not accessible with VO. The solution that has been suggested several times is for me to install VM on the back side of my Air. since I still have my Dell functioning, I am accessing

Re: trying to subscribe to macvisionaries

2013-10-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I tried to subscribed to Macvisionary a few weeks ago only to have the GoogleGroups state that I was authorized to join this group. Obviously, I am able to join others, as I am able to reply to your email. I too would like to contact the owner to subscribe to this group, as I am also new

Re: trying to subscribe to macvisionaries

2013-10-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
have any trouble, let me know and I can ask on the list. On Oct 20, 2013, at 7:13 PM, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I tried to subscribed to Macvisionary a few weeks ago only to have the GoogleGroups state that I was authorized to join this group. Obviously, I am able

Re: trying to subscribe to macvisionaries

2013-10-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
when that happens. If you have any trouble, let me know and I can ask on the list. On Oct 20, 2013, at 7:13 PM, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I tried to subscribed to Macvisionary a few weeks ago only to have the GoogleGroups state that I was authorized to join

RE: OCr of white text on coloured image.

2013-05-23 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Richard, I attempted to follow your suggestion to change the setting for white letters in reability, but I couldn't find reability in any of the setting options in Prizmo. Can you tell me where to find this setting, as there are plenty of situations where this setting could come in handy. One

RE: OCr of white text on coloured image.

2013-05-23 Thread Eileen Misrahi
something to test on, but once you select the White button, the apply button in the upper right becomes active. HTH, Richard (Sent from Richard's iPod Touch 5th gen) On May 23, 2013, at 8:52 AM, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Richard, I attempted to follow your suggestion

RE: OCr of white text on coloured image.

2013-05-23 Thread Eileen Misrahi
might want to try Talking Goggles on CD's, I find it works great whenever I tried it. Regards, Sieghard -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Eileen Misrahi Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2013 8:53 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Kindle with Braille display

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Scott, I guess these responses get me furious that Apple can be so anal and controlling of what can be permitted or not. This is an accessibility problem to make the reading experience more enjoyable and efficient. JMO. Eileen -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Kindle with Braille display

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
, the inability to go from heading to heading without the page moving in odd ways. Scott On 5/24/13, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Scott, I guess these responses get me furious that Apple can be so anal and controlling of what can be permitted or not. This is an accessibility

Apex Will Not Pair with iPhone4

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, Okay!!! After reading the posts in reading books with the Kindle app and a braille display, I decided to use my Apex. For an unexpected surprise, the Apex wasn't paired with the iPhone4. I went to remove the device, turned it on first, and then went to

RE: Apex Will Not Pair with iPhone4

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
apex. Robert Stigile phone: 818-381-9568 e-mail: rstig...@gmail.com Skype: robertstigile1 Twitter: rstigile - Original Message - From: Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date sent: Fri, 24 May 2013 15:25:09 -0700 Subject: Apex Will Not Pair with iPhone4

RE: Kindle with Braille display

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
that need reparing, namely, the inability to go from heading to heading without the page moving in odd ways. Scott On 5/24/13, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Scott, I guess these responses get me furious that Apple can be so anal and controlling of what can be permitted

RE: Apex Will Not Pair with iPhone4

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
. David Chittenden, MSc, MRCAA Email: dchitten...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 Sent from my iPhone On 25/05/2013, at 10:25, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hello List, Okay!!! After reading the posts in reading books with the Kindle app and a braille display, I decided

RE: Apex Will Not Pair with iPhone4

2013-05-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
have ppaired with the apex but you could try deleting those devices so that you only have and see if that fixes the problem On May 24, 2013, at 4:01 PM, Eileen Misrahi eileen.misr...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Robert, Before attempting this again, I went to Humanware to review the instructions

RE: new accessible phone for the blind.

2013-06-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I agree that those who have master the iPhone and have spent enough money purchasing apps over time wouldn't be interested in giving up their iPhone or their loyalty to Apple. However, there are many individuals that would like a smart phone, but the complexities are so daunting that

RE: new accessible phone for the blind.

2013-06-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Please think of your seniors and the baby boomers that are coming down the pipes that may not be so technology sabby. Eileen From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Timothy Emmons Sent: Thursday, June 06, 2013 11:55 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: navigon

2013-06-11 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Brian, Once you are done with inputting the address, there will be an Option button in the upper right corner. Tap on that. Towards the bottom of this page, it should say something like this Turn-By-Turn Directions (without the quotes). Usually, I have no problem once I start the navigation

RE: navigon

2013-06-11 Thread Eileen Misrahi
://www.twitter.com/bmoore123 On 11/06/2013 4:31 PM, Eileen Misrahi wrote: Hi Brian, Once you are done with inputting the address, there will be an Option button in the upper right corner. Tap on that. Towards the bottom of this page, it should say something like this Turn-By-Turn Directions (without

RE: any way to close speaker while calling

2013-06-17 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Ricardo, Does this only happen on the iPhone 5? I am still using an iPhone4, so I was wondering if this problem is specific to the 5. May be this will be fixed in iOS 7 when it's release. I am waiting for the 5S, as I am noticing small inconsistencies on how my phone operates. Thanks.

RE: Kindle help.

2013-06-18 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Jen, I am using an Apex, so I need to use the pass through keystroke of dots 4-5-6, enter key, followed by the O cord (without the quotes) to turn a page. In the Kindle app on the home page, the setting optin is located there. Once in the setting menu, there is an option called page turn

RE: Message carrier update available

2013-06-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Thanks for giving me the location to look for all of this. This happened to me about a week ago and I just updated it. I will poke around and see what I want to have turned off. Eileen -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: If there's anybody out there? info needed on the latest re full page braille displays.

2013-06-24 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Sandy, I would also be interested in a full braille page device. I didn't remember this device being discussed at CSUN. If you find the reference, I would be interested in reading up on it. Thanks. Eileen b -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com

RE: Using The Email Command In MBraille

2013-06-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, You are correct. In uncontracted braille, the at sign is dot 4. I just tested it again with MBraille. HTH. Eileen -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris H Sent: Friday, June 28, 2013 9:12 AM To:

RE: mbraille is available

2013-06-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Jane, I know that a sync feature was discussed when the app was in beta. The developer has more plans for the apps in future updates. I posed a suggestion to the developer about the ability to add media to a text message, but sometimes there are restrictions from Apple that will prevent

RE: Deleting podcast episodes in DownCast

2013-07-01 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Wayne, The answer is yes and I will give you the directions below to accomplish this. 1. Open Downcast. 2. Find the podcast name that you want to open and double-tap on it. 3. In the lower left-hand corner, there will be an edit button. Double-tap on it. All of the podcasts that have been

RE: Deleting podcast episodes in DownCast

2013-07-01 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Robert, I didn't know about this one. I will put it in by bag of tricks, so Iit will cut down on the number of double-taps. *Smile* Eileen -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of ROBERT CARTER Sent: Monday, July 01, 2013 2:42

RE: Deleting podcast episodes in DownCast

2013-07-01 Thread Eileen Misrahi
as to how to program this. Hopefully eventually he will manage to implement this since I love this gesture for deleting emails, text message conversations etc. Regards, Sieghard -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Eileen Misrahi

RE: goggles problem

2013-07-01 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Sieghar, I have to agree with you that Talking Goggles worked terrifically when JAWS or WE stopped working and I needed to trouble shoot the monitor to see what Windows was screaming about. Oh well!!! There is always VizWiz and TapTapSee to fall back on, as well as using Skyping a friend.

Re: no wifi on iPhone but other devices are fine

2013-11-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Reggie, Sometimes, I go into the settings menu and turn on Airplane and then turn it back off. It kills all the radio signals, which in a way allows a simple default of the settings. Have you tried this? Is your account still listed in the mail, calendar… menu in settings? In the past, I

RE: Can DigitEyes use a handheld bluetooth barcode scanner?

2013-11-12 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, Even though this is not an iOS app or a piece of hardware that could be paired with the phone, I want to make you aware that there is a web site called www.directionforme.com that has an extensive listing of food, beauty items, and etc. I just quickly looked at it to see what type of

Re: Sendero GPS LookAround app is now free

2013-11-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Esther, Thanks for posting this information. I do have a question for you. What is the difference between Look Around and blind Square? I have Blind square installed, but I am not sure if Sendero's Look ARound gives similar information as one gets with Blind Square. Could you elaborate on

Re: red laser

2013-11-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I played around with Red Laser yesterday. It's important to have good lighting. I know it has been suggested in this topic to turn on the light within REd Laser. This is located in the upper right hand corner, just under the battery percentage. Locating the barcode seems to be

Re: credit card reader

2013-11-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Just a suggestion. Why don't you purchase a $10 iTunes gift card. This will cover the expense of TapTapSee purchase of 100 pictures. JMO. Eileen On Nov 15, 2013, at 11:18 AM, rubyalphonse rubyalpho...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Robert, Since I am using my friend's credit card whenever I want,

DropBox Accessible--With Work Arounds

2013-12-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Helena, I am using an iPhone4 and iOS 6.1.2. I just went and opened DropBox on it. All of my folders/files are presented alphabetically, with the table index on the right side to adjust where I want to go. I am able to open a folder/file with no difficulty. I even tapped on the edit button to

OT?? Subscribing To Macvisionaries

2013-12-16 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I know this may be off topic, but I have misplaced the post regarding the link to subscribe to Mavisionaries. since one of the group lists is folding, I would like to have as many options to post questions regarding the Mac and apps that would be applicable answered. If someone

RE: Wells Fargo

2013-12-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I am hoping that you have a fairly current backup either in the cloud or on your computer. I would roll it back to a time in place where Wells Fargo worked for you. I haven't updated and I don't have any problems with the Wells Fargo app on my iPhone4. Is that the only problem you are

Advantages of Unlocking an Locked iPhone4

2012-08-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I am not sure if my email was posted because I momentarily lost power. So here I go again and if this is a duplicate, please excuse me for reposting the topic. For those who have an unlocked iPhone, what are the advantages of unlocking a locked phone. The main reason for this

OT? Seniors, Smart Phones, and the NLS App

2012-08-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, In working with senior adults with visual impairments as an occupational therapist, I have yet to have a senior own a Smart phone. Because of other comorbidities (other medical issues), their choice of a cell phone is simplistic in nature like the Jitterbug by Cricket. They may have

Using Voyager Plus and the iPhone4 Phone app

2012-08-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I was wondering if this is just happening to my phone or if others have had similar occurrences. While having the Voyager Plus headset turned on, when either using the keypad, or accessing a contact number from the contact list, both the screen and VO become silent. I have used the

Advantages of NFB Newsline over Read2Go for Reading Newspapers

2012-09-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Folks, I use Read2Go to access my papers and since it is downloaded to the phone I don't have the issue that was stated in this digest regarding NFB Newsline. Is there any advantage of NFB Newline over Read2Go that would make me look at this app to use it instead? I look forward to hearing

Using iTunes with Window-Eyes latest version

2012-09-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I am using the latest version of Window-Eyes with iTunes. I believe it was Reggie that was having problems with it and Sandy. I am running Win 7-64 bits, Dell Inspiron 4110 laptop. I have opened iTunes and once it settled, I was able to navigate perfectly through it. I will use the

Cooking App for the iPHone

2012-09-10 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I have the Epicurious app on my phone. What I like about it is when it is first opened, the first page will give you different selections on the type of meals if you are interested in one of the categories. There are also four different buttons at the bottom to go to the home menu,

Tom Tom Navigation 3 g or maps on phone

2012-09-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
In the Store News app, the Tom Tom are on sale. Are the caps installed on the phone or do you need to use 3G? This it essential for me to know because I do not want to use my 3G while I an traveling. Thanks in advance. Eileen Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you

OT Topic? Freedom Scientific Mobile Screen Reader?

2012-09-18 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I know this is OT, but I could not resist and possibly think of a new screen reader for the Windows 8 mobile phone from FS. So!! Is that going to mean SMA purchases and a new update to the FS mobile screen reader every 9 months to a year? I hope it's not another way to exploit the visually

Moving Apps Folders Procedure Changed inIOS 6

2012-09-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, As I read the thread on this topic, I was wondering if the procedure has changed in moving the apps or folders around on IOS6. I didn't have any problems performing this on IOS5..1. Another tip reminder that has not been posted is that I will move one of the apps out of the doc and move

Navigon USA Upgrade

2012-09-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I am in the process of putting the new maps into the Navigon update. Thanks for posting the cost of the guidance for bus and rail. I didn't want to interrupt the download process to find out what the scoop was. The map upgrade is free for those who have Navigon USA and I am assuming

Using Reminders with IOS 6

2012-09-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, The procedure has not changed from the previous IOS version. I will delineate the steps involved in manually inputting a reminder. I believe there is a podcast on this from Applevis. 1. Open the Reminders app and double-tap on show list to select the folder you want the reminder to be

Setting the Picker in Reminders and the Rotor

2012-09-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Folks, I am running IOS 6 on a iPhone4. I just tested the picker with the different rotor settings. First, there is an adjust value in my rotor setting that allowed me to change the date and time. However, the rotor settings that I could not change the picker was language, vertical, and

Placing My membership on vacation/hold

2012-10-02 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I need to place my membership on hold because I will be away from my main computer for an extended period of time. I have attempted to link on the viphone other link, which redirects me to the Internet. However, I would appreciate it if someone could give me more explicit directions

Blind Square Vs. Four Square

2012-07-02 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, When I was in the Store News app, Blind Square is on sale until 7/4. What is the difference between Blind Square and Four Square? They seem like the same app. Can someone on the list elaborate on this. Thanks in advance. Eileen -- You received this message because you are

BT Keyboards Pairing

2012-07-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, With the two different keyboards that I needed to pair, the Speeddots 66 mini keyboard was the easiest. With the keys facing up and the space bar closest to you, there is a button on the back right hand side. All one needs to do is to push it for a couple of seconds and wait for the

Google Search for a Work Around Instead of Safari

2012-07-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I am not a huge fan of Safari and I had downloaded Google Search after purchasing my phone in 2010. However, it's just recently that I began using it and now I am a happy camper. There is only one button that I needed to relabeled, which allows one to enter into the text field. I

Free APP: ToDo Checklist Organize Task Events Time

2012-07-04 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I thoroughly enjoy this app and it's great when making lists of all sorts and having reminder alerts. You can reorganize the order of the list very easily. It is free for now, but things can change. Grab it while it's free. Eileen -- You received this message because you are

Find My Phone clarification

2012-07-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Okay! This has not been stated in any of the threads and I just wanted to be clear about it. The Find My Phone app needs to be installed on another device. Is that correct if one wants to find their own phone or someone elses? Just wanting this clarified to know on how to proceed. Thanks in

Excuse!! App Name Given + Company

2012-07-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I hope this email will not block me from this list. This will be the last time I will post any free apps. I have given the name and the company that produced this app correctly. If you are just darn lazy to look it up in the app store, then there is nothing else to say. I thought I

Vokul vs. Evi: Which one is better?

2012-07-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I have checked out the description on iTunes regarding both apps and I was wondering for those who have used either one what are the pros and cons of each app and which one would you consider purchasing? There was one comment for Vokul that stated that it only processed 20% of their

7 iPad to Be Launch This Fall

2012-07-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
For those who really don't need a full-size iPad or the retinal screen, I have read that a 7 iPad is to be launched in the fall. This may be a solution for those who feel that the full-size 10 iPad has too much real estate to navigate on. I am waiting to see what the specs will be and how the

7 inch iPad WSJArticle

2012-07-10 Thread Eileen Misrahi
About 1week ago, the WSJ had an article discussing Apple's upcoming products. Someone from Apple leaked this info. Just clarify, I am not a beta tester, as the rules have been talked about on this list. My interests lies in learning what's new in technology in general or for the blind

Gmail Account Not Retrieving Mail

2012-07-13 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I hope someone on this list can give me some ideas of where to trouble shoot. This is the second time this has occurred and the way II fixed was to do a restore on the phone by pressing the home and power keys simutaneously. I have 2 email accounts on the phone, with the Gmail one

Perfect OCR Instructions Update

2012-07-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I guess it's my old brain that I forgot to list some steps, so here they are: 1. After you take the picture, the next screen will state Adjust Frame. There will be a done button in the upper right hand corner. Double-tap on that. 2. the next screen will be additional adjustments that

I ditto Julian Regarding Radio Apps

2012-07-18 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hey Julian, I couldn't say it any better. Ditto to Julian's post. Even though I can get a couple of CBS stations on Tune-In Radio, the full spectrum of radio stations is nonexistent with Tune-In Radio. JMO. That's why I have more than one radio app. It's the ability to access all of the radio

Took the Fleksy Plunge, but the Phone is acting weird

2012-07-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, After listening to many on the list about Fleksy, I took the plunge. For my first attempt, I was quite pleased and proud of myself that I could input words accurately about 50% of the time. When I was finished, I triple tapped and that is when Fleksy went berserk. VoiceOver is talking,

Fleksy Wild Woman Part 2

2012-07-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
I forgot to mention that when I try to open an app VO wants to move the app and not open it. I just remembered this as I tried to see what was happening before pressing the home/power buttons together. I hope this helps in attempting to problem solve. I will wait for responses before using the app

Downcast: starting a partially played podcast

2012-07-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
I would like to know if it is possible to have downcast open a podcast that was stopped in the middle of the stream. I looked all around the app to see how to do this, but I didn't find any buttons that would do the trick. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Eileen

Depositing Checks with the Wells Fargo App

2012-07-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Chuck, I wasn't aware that the Wells Fargo app has the feature to deposit checks. I thought Chase was the only one. If so, can you please direct me to the link on the app that will allow us to do that? As far as the accessibility of the Wells Fargo app, It is very accessible. I have been

Scanning With Digit-Eyes

2012-07-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Rebecca, As Chuck stated, it's a matter of finding that darn bar code. There was a recent podcast on TekTalk that gave me some other tips on finding the bar codes. I will try to explain logically what I do. I am not saying that I find them on the first trial, but I do use a system that will

Audio Tutorials from the Carroll Center for the Blind

2012-08-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I thought some would be interested in looking at these audio tutorials. The content is using VO, the Apple TV, and Read2Go. I will paste the link to the Carroll Center with a description of what one may find. Enjoy. Here's the blurb. The Carroll Center for the Blind:

You Tube App Will No Longer Be on IOS6

2012-08-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I just finished reviewing the tech news on the BBC app and You Tube is not included in the new IOS6 release slated in the fall. The reason Apple gave was that the license to produce the app had expired (Ha-Ha). However, Apple stated that Google was going to develop an app for the

GPS Apps Stand-A-Lone GPS Units

2012-08-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I have been following this thread and I am concern that individuals are relying too much on GPS apps or stand-a-lone GPS units. We must remember that GPS is only a tool and it doesn't replace our orientation and mobility skills. It's to give us information and the information is only as good

Problems With Fleksey In Upgrading to New Version

2012-08-11 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I had purchased Fleksey when it was relatively new. Yesterday, I upgraded the IOS to 5.1.1 (better late than never) and began to upgrade my apps. After upgrading Fleksey, I went in to begin using it and when I was ready to send it, I was given two options: 1 to purchase the full version

Sorry for Reposting About Fleksey Problems

2012-08-11 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I was in a rush this morning before leaving the house and reposted my issue about upgrading to the current version of Fleksey. Please accept my apology and I have directed my concern to the support team of Fleksey. Thanks for your understanding. Best, Eileen -- You received this

Apple Password Required Whenever Launching Fleksey

2012-08-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello All, While I am waiting for the Fleksey support to respond, I thought I would try here to see if others have had this issue and how they resolved it. It seems like I take one step forward and two steps back. With the assistance of the Fleksey support team, I have been able to upgrade to

Braille Commands to Control Ticker Items on the iPhone

2012-08-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I am working in the calendar on the iPhone4. Are there braille commands for the Apex that will control the ticker items to adjust hour, minutes, and AM/PM. I am not sure if this can be accomplished with the Apex. Please advise. Thanks in advance. Best, Eileen -- You received

No Command Listed at Humanware to Activate the picker items on the iPhone

2012-08-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Tom, Thanks. I tried your suggestions and they didn't work. I am assuming that the space with 3 and/or space with 6 cords were in Nemeth, but I tried different combinations. I then went to the Humanware support tutorial page and there weren't any keystrokes listed on how to use the Apex with

Changing Picker Items With The Apex Is Working

2012-08-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello folks, Thanks to Tom, Scott, and David for setting me straight. This dusty old brain just had the light bulb go on. The space with dot 3 and space with dot 6 works beautifully. FYI, the pass through keystroke on the Apex is dots 4-5-6 with enter before performing any cord keystroke

Digit-Eyes VizWiz ID of Items If Not In The Database

2012-04-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi folks, I have just got the Digit-Eyes barcode scanning app and learning how to be consistent in getting a response. One of my spices was not recognized and asked to put in an audio label. I have VizWiz app installed on the phone and decided to send it to them to get a description of the

Scanning with Digit-eyes After Using Other Features

2012-04-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I too have just purchased the app. When I use other features on this app, such as more info, either I am not backing out to the main screen where the scan button is along with scan tips. What is the method to get back to the main screen? If I can't get there, then I am having the same

TV Premium English Experience

2012-04-23 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I thought I would chime in on this, since others are having a variety of experiences using this app. It's early evening in California and I opened the TV Premium app. The stations were up in 1-2 seconds. I observed that the stations were listed, but not what it was playing. I am able

Another Find? for Folding BT Keyboard

2012-04-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I found another folding BT keyboard that some may be interested in. I contacted the company and talked to the tech department for further clarification. This keyboard includes a NumPad on it. There are two control, option, and command keys (one on each side). The downside to the

VizWiz Update May have a Bug?

2012-04-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Folks, With all of the other updates to VizWiz, I have never had an issue with it. So, I am wondering if anyone else is having this issue. When I go to open the app, the iPhone makes the usual sounds as though it will open, but then I am brought back to my OCR folder where I have other

Finding Barcodes with Digit-Eyes

2012-05-08 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I decided to see if there was some consistency on where the barcodes are located on cans, boxes, etc. For the most part, the seam overlapped to the left, the barcode was to the left of the seam about 1/2 from the bottom of the can or in the middle of the can. This is the same if

Locating the Add Button in WWeatherRadio

2012-05-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I am trying to add a new city in WeatherRadio. I have read the instruction in the help section, but I can't find the Add button. Has anyone have the same experience and how did they resolve it? Please advise. Thanks in advance. Eileen Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message

WiFi Dropping or Not Listed In WiFi settings

2012-05-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, Recently, this has happened twice within the last 2 weeks. Fortunately, I have the alert on to warn me to sign on to a WiFi connection or to cancel. This is the only way that I knew that I was not using my WiFi and 3G was eating at my data. I could check every time I open the phone, but

Questions About Locating the Sims Card Number

2012-05-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I have been following this thread because I am not sure if the next phone I purchase will be locked or unlocked. The phone I am using is a locked iPhone4. I know in the future I will upgrade to another phone, but I am waiting for the next release. Would there be any reason for me to

New Trent External Battery Pack Description How to Use It

2012-05-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi List, I was wondering if anyone on this list is using the New Trent External Battery Pack. On the left side, there are three ports. One is a Micro Client port, and there are 2 USB ports. I have some questions: 1. Am I looking at this battery correctly with the ports on the left side for

Restaurant App to Access menus

2012-05-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Lists, I was wondering if there is an app out there that is accessible that will search a restaurant's menu and list the nutritional values along with the menu item? This would be great for those that need to calculate the Weight Watcher's points, the sodium amounts intake, and sugar/carbs

Facebook In Process of Buying InstaGram

2012-05-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Folks, I just read this on my BBC app (technology section). I am not quite sure if the app name is Camera or if it is part of the Facebook native app. At this time, it will only work on iPhones and tablets. I haven't Googled it to find out more information, but I wanted to give the list a

Review of BrailleTouch in Access World

2012-05-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, In the May issue of Access World there is an extensive review of the Braille Touch app that had been the buzz on this list a while back. I believe all braille users on this list should read and then think about submitting a recommendation to the Apple Accessibility folks. From what I

Points Plus Calculator On Sale

2012-06-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
For those who are seeking a way to track their points and more, you may be interested in this app. Point Calculator Plus Tracker iTrack Bites Pro Greg Ellis $1.99 (50% off) through Father's Day weekend). Finally, for the most part, it is VO accessible. The unlabeled buttons were in calculating

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