Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Robert Doc Wright]

If you have paid for it already you are grandfathered in. the subscription is 
for new customers.
  - Original Message - 
  From: Esther Levegnale 
  To: viphone@googlegroups.com 
  Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 7:03 AM
  Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?


  Hi, everyone,


  I absolutely loved Soundscape.  I believe it was put out by Microsoft, right?


  Esther


  Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 13 Pro Max!


On Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi  
wrote:


Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two 
favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to 
be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? 
Also, how much will it be?


JODY


To Boldly Go   




thunderwalker...@gmail.com 


"What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik 
Weihenmayer


  On Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  
wrote:


  
  Hi Leo, et al.

  I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples 
list.





  I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the 
Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired.



  He has given me permission to share the below information.

  Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription 
model.

  Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired 
Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it 
to them.

  On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him 
that the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you 
need an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer 
knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  
This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app.



  Here is what Winston said:

  " Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice 
Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group. 



  The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount 
and timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a 
subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to 
do it myself before the acquisition.



  On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will 
remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new 
company named Opus Noma.



  There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a 
legal issue, I have not been able to announce it.



  More from me about this soon..."



  An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no 
idea.  Be patient.

  And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases.



  HTH,



  Richard, USA.

  “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with 
it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe



  My web site: https://www.turner42.com


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Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Esther Levegnale]

Hi, everyone,

I absolutely loved Soundscape.  I believe it was put out by Microsoft, right?

Esther

Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 13 Pro Max!

> On Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:
> 
> Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two 
> favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to 
> be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for 
> it? Also, how much will it be?
> 
> JODY
> 
> To Boldly Go   
> 
> 
> thunderwalker...@gmail.com 
> 
> "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik 
> Weihenmayer
> 
>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Hi Leo, et al.
>> I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples 
>> list.
>>  
>>  
>> I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the 
>> Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired.
>>  
>> He has given me permission to share the below information.
>> Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.
>> Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired 
>> Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold 
>> it to them.
>> On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that 
>> the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need 
>> an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer 
>> knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  
>> This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app.
>>  
>> Here is what Winston said:
>> " Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice 
>> Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group.
>>  
>> The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount 
>> and timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a 
>> subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned 
>> to do it myself before the acquisition.
>>  
>> On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will 
>> remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new 
>> company named Opus Noma.
>>  
>> There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal 
>> issue, I have not been able to announce it.
>>  
>> More from me about this soon..."
>>  
>> An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea. 
>>  Be patient.
>> And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases.
>>  
>> HTH,
>>  
>> Richard, USA.
>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.” 
>>  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe
>>  
>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
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RE: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[la...@comcast.net]

amazon prime is more than that., and you sometimes get free books. 

- Original Message -
From: Richard Turner 
Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 06:19 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

If you break the price down, it is about $5.00 a month, or $1.15 per week. I 
think most people could give something up that would cover the cost. 


Richard, USA.
"What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little 
consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do" ~ John Ruskin
My web site: https://www.turner42.com

> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:53 PM, Joshua Hendrickson  wrote:
> 
> I'm glad that I won't have to pay for voice dream reader.  However,
> even if I did have to pay for the app, $59 per year is still a good
> price.  It is one of my most used apps on my iPhone.  I just added a
> ton of audio books to voice dream reader using iTunes.  I love being
> able to use a USBC to lightning cable.  The copy sppeeds that my
> zipped audio books copy over to my iPhone 13 pro max is incredibly
> fast.  It is great.
> 
>> On 4/25/23, William James  wrote:
>> Agreed.  I expected something like what NLS Bard has, your history, your
>> wishlist, ETC.  Nope, nada!
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone Pro Max
>> 
>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 7:14 PM, Richard Turner 
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream
>>> Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app
>>> from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this
>>> one is a joke.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Richard, USA.
>>> "What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little
>>> consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do" ~ John Ruskin
>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>> 
>>> 
>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi 
>>>> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that
>>>> is now free.
>>>> 
>>>> I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free
>>>> alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but
>>>> there's also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has
>>>> also just come out with their own reader which I'm sure will be better
>>>> over time.
>>>> 
>>>> JODY
>>>> 
>>>> To Boldly Go  
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> thunderwalker...@gmail.com
>>>> 
>>>> "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS
>>>>  Erik Weihenmayer
>>>> 
>>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner
>>>>>  wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.
>>>>> 
>>>>> However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication
>>>>> that they might.
>>>>> 
>>>>> I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for
>>>>> some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is
>>>>> worth paying for.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Richard, USA.
>>>>> 
>>>>> "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with
>>>>> it."  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the
>>>>> Universe
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of
>>>>> Leo Bado
>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
>>>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let's

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Richard Turner]

If you break the price down, it is about $5.00 a month, or $1.15 per week. I 
think most people could give something up that would cover the cost. 




Richard, USA.
“What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little 
consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John Ruskin
My web site: https://www.turner42.com


> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:53 PM, Joshua Hendrickson  wrote:
> 
> I'm glad that I won't have to pay for voice dream reader.  However,
> even if I did have to pay for the app, $59 per year is still a good
> price.  It is one of my most used apps on my iPhone.  I just added a
> ton of audio books to voice dream reader using iTunes.  I love being
> able to use a USBC to lightning cable.  The copy sppeeds that my
> zipped audio books copy over to my iPhone 13 pro max is incredibly
> fast.  It is great.
> 
>> On 4/25/23, William James  wrote:
>> Agreed.  I expected something like what NLS Bard has, your history, your
>> wishlist, ETC.  Nope, nada!
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone Pro Max
>> 
>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 7:14 PM, Richard Turner 
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream
>>> Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app
>>> from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this
>>> one is a joke.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Richard, USA.
>>> “What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little
>>> consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John Ruskin
>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>> 
>>> 
>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi 
>>>> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that
>>>> is now free.
>>>> 
>>>> I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free
>>>> alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but
>>>> there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has
>>>> also just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better
>>>> over time.
>>>> 
>>>> JODY
>>>> 
>>>> To Boldly Go  
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> thunderwalker...@gmail.com
>>>> 
>>>> "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS
>>>>  Erik Weihenmayer
>>>> 
>>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner
>>>>>  wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.
>>>>> 
>>>>> However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication
>>>>> that they might.
>>>>> 
>>>>> I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for
>>>>> some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is
>>>>> worth paying for.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Richard, USA.
>>>>> 
>>>>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with
>>>>> it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the
>>>>> Universe
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of
>>>>> Leo Bado
>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
>>>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause
>>>>> wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still
>>>>> legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that
>>>>> already paid for the app in the past under the

RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Christopher Chaltain]

I'm not sure what you're asking, but they couldn't just start charging those 
people who bought Voice Dream Reader for a fixed price with the new 
subscription fee. However, they could definitely discontinue support and 
updates for the fixed price version and only support and update the 
subscription version.

There's also a big difference between what is and isn't legal versus what is 
and isn't allowed in the App Store. Companies get acquired all of the time and 
product lines will come and go.

--
Christopher (AKA CJ) =>÷
Chaltain at Outlook, USA

From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 5:23 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let's say that Applause wants 
to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally 
viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for 
the app in the past under the one-time payment model.

Best,
Leo Bado

From: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of 
Richard Turner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

Yes.  Perfectly legal.




Richard, USA.
"Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it."  
--  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe

My web site: https://www.turner42.com<https://www.turner42.com/>

From: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of Leo 
Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model?

Best,
Leo Bado

From: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of Leo 
Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn't have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

Best,
Leo Bado

From: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of Anna 
Dresner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AM
To: VIPhone Mailing List 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>>
Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

Hello,

I would suggest writing to 
supp...@voicedream.com<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com> to find out.

Best,
Anna


On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado 
mailto:literophi...@myself.com>> wrote:

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

Best,
Leo Bado


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Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Joshua Hendrickson]

I'm glad that I won't have to pay for voice dream reader.  However,
even if I did have to pay for the app, $59 per year is still a good
price.  It is one of my most used apps on my iPhone.  I just added a
ton of audio books to voice dream reader using iTunes.  I love being
able to use a USBC to lightning cable.  The copy sppeeds that my
zipped audio books copy over to my iPhone 13 pro max is incredibly
fast.  It is great.

On 4/25/23, William James  wrote:
> Agreed.  I expected something like what NLS Bard has, your history, your
> wishlist, ETC.  Nope, nada!
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone Pro Max
>
>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 7:14 PM, Richard Turner 
>> wrote:
>>
>> In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream
>> Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app
>> from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this
>> one is a joke.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Richard, USA.
>> “What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little
>> consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John Ruskin
>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>
>>
>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> 
>>> Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that
>>> is now free.
>>>
>>> I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free
>>> alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but
>>> there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has
>>> also just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better
>>> over time.
>>>
>>> JODY
>>>
>>> To Boldly Go  
>>>
>>>
>>> thunderwalker...@gmail.com
>>>
>>> "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS
>>>  Erik Weihenmayer
>>>
>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner
>>>>  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> 
>>>>
>>>> I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.
>>>>
>>>> However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication
>>>> that they might.
>>>>
>>>> I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for
>>>> some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is
>>>> worth paying for.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Richard, USA.
>>>>
>>>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with
>>>> it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the
>>>> Universe
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of
>>>> Leo Bado
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
>>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause
>>>> wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still
>>>> legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that
>>>> already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>>
>>>> Leo Bado
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of
>>>> Richard Turner
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PM
>>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Yes.  Perfectly legal.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Richard, USA.
>>>>
>>>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with
>>>> it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[William James]

Agreed.  I expected something like what NLS Bard has, your history, your wishlist, ETC.  Nope, nada!Sent from my iPhone Pro MaxOn Apr 25, 2023, at 7:14 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this one is a joke.Richard, USA.“What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John RuskinMy web site: https://www.turner42.comOn Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that is now free.I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has also just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better over time. JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem. At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that they might.  I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth paying for. Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Richard TurnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Yes.  Perfectly legal.Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment model into the subscription model?  Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Anna DresnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AMTo: VIPhone Mailing List <viphone@googlegroups.com>Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Hello, I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com to find out. Best,Anna  On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado <literophi...@myself.com> wrote: Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor? Best,Leo Bado  -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: mk...@ucla.edu. Your list owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at caraqu...@caraquinn.com The archives for this list can be searched at:http://www.mail-archive.com/viphone@googlegroups.com/--- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+unsubscr...@googleg

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[William James]

Fantastical did this a couple years ago and a lot of people were highly pissed about that choice they made.  Of course, they are mainly for the sighted market so they’re fine.  Voice Dream is a mixed market with blind and dyslexics, so it remains to be seen how this will go.Sent from my iPhone Pro MaxOn Apr 25, 2023, at 7:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that is now free.I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has also just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better over time. JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem. At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that they might.  I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth paying for. Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Richard TurnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Yes.  Perfectly legal.Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment model into the subscription model?  Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Anna DresnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AMTo: VIPhone Mailing List <viphone@googlegroups.com>Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Hello, I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com to find out. Best,Anna  On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado <literophi...@myself.com> wrote: Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor? Best,Leo Bado  -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: mk...@ucla.edu. Your list owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at caraqu...@caraquinn.com The archives for this list can be searched at:http://www.mail-archive.com/viphone@googlegroups.com/--- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/viphone/02c501d9779e%24ee04a440%24ca0decc0%24%40myself.com. -- 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 fe

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Jody ianuzzi]

Oh I agree, I use voice dream reader all the time because it is better. The 
Bookshare app is brand new and they know it has bugs but they are going to be 
improving it over time.



JODY

To Boldly Go   


thunderwalker...@gmail.com 

"What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik 
Weihenmayer

> On Apr 25, 2023, at 7:14 PM, Richard Turner  
> wrote:
> 
> In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream 
> Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app 
> from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this one 
> is a joke.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Richard, USA.
> “What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little 
> consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John Ruskin
> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
> 
> 
>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi  
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that is 
>> now free.
>> 
>> I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free 
>> alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but 
>> there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has also 
>> just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better over time. 
>> 
>> JODY
>> 
>> To Boldly Go   
>> 
>> 
>> thunderwalker...@gmail.com 
>> 
>> "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik 
>> Weihenmayer
>> 
>>>> On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner  
>>>> wrote:
>>>> 
>>> 
>>> I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.
>>> However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.
>>>  
>>> At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that 
>>> they might. 
>>> I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some 
>>> people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth 
>>> paying for.
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>> Richard, USA.
>>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with 
>>> it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe
>>>  
>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>>  
>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
>>> Bado
>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>  
>>> Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause 
>>> wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still 
>>> legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that 
>>> already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model.
>>>  
>>> Best,
>>> Leo Bado
>>>  
>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of 
>>> Richard Turner
>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PM
>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>  
>>> Yes.  Perfectly legal.
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>> Richard, USA.
>>> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with 
>>> it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe
>>>  
>>> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>>>  
>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
>>> Bado
>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PM
>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>  
>>> I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for 
>>> an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time 
>>> payment model into the subscription model?
>>>  
>>> Best,
>>> Leo Bado
>>>  
>>> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
>>> Bado
>>> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PM
>>> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
>>> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>>>  
>>> OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t 
>>> have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Richard Turner]

In my opinion, all those alternatives pale in comparison to VoiceDream Reader. Especially the new Bookshare Reader. I expected a much better app from them since they had a previous app that worked quite well. But this one is a joke.Richard, USA.“What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John RuskinMy web site: https://www.turner42.comOn Apr 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that is now free.I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but there’s also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has also just come out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better over time. JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem. At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that they might.  I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth paying for. Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Richard TurnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Yes.  Perfectly legal.Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment model into the subscription model?  Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Leo BadoSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PMTo: viphone@googlegroups.comSubject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions. Best,Leo Bado From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Anna DresnerSent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AMTo: VIPhone Mailing List <viphone@googlegroups.com>Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription? Hello, I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com to find out. Best,Anna  On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado <literophi...@myself.com> wrote: Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor? Best,Leo Bado  -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: mk...@ucla.edu. Your list owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at caraqu...@caraquinn.com The archives for this list can be searched at:http://www.mail-archive.com/viphone@googlegroups.com/--- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group.To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to viphone+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/viphone/02c501d9779e%24ee04a440%24ca0decc0%24%40myself.com. -- The following information is importa

Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Jody ianuzzi]

Oh many apps of change models. There was one that was very expensive that is 
now free.

I think one thing the new owner should realize is that there are free 
alternatives to voice dream reader. It is my favorite reading app but there’s 
also the dolphin the reader and Capt. and others. Bookshare has also just come 
out with their own reader which I’m sure will be better over time. 

JODY

To Boldly Go   


thunderwalker...@gmail.com 

"What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik 
Weihenmayer

> On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Richard Turner  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.
> However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.
>  
> At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that 
> they might. 
> I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some 
> people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth 
> paying for.
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Richard, USA.
> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  
> --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe
>  
> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>  
> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
> Bado
> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>  
> Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause 
> wants to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still 
> legally viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that 
> already paid for the app in the past under the one-time payment model.
>  
> Best,
> Leo Bado
>  
> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of 
> Richard Turner
> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PM
> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>  
> Yes.  Perfectly legal.
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Richard, USA.
> “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  
> --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe
>  
> My web site: https://www.turner42.com
>  
> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
> Bado
> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PM
> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>  
> I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for 
> an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time 
> payment model into the subscription model?
>  
> Best,
> Leo Bado
>  
> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo 
> Bado
> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PM
> To: viphone@googlegroups.com
> Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>  
> OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t 
> have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app 
> offers 1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  
> subscription, of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries 
> or regions.
>  
> Best,
> Leo Bado
>  
> From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Anna 
> Dresner
> Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AM
> To: VIPhone Mailing List 
> Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?
>  
> Hello,
>  
> I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com to find out.
>  
> Best,
> Anna
>  
>  
> 
> On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado  wrote:
>  
> Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a 
> yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?
>  
> Best,
> Leo Bado
>  
>  
> -- 
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>  
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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Richard Turner]

I am not a lawyer, but I suspect it is up to the owner what they do.

However, I suspect that could be a huge PR problem.

 

At this point, they do not plan to do that and they give no indication that 
they might.  

I personally would have no issues if I had to subscribe.  I know for some 
people, that could be a difficult price to pay, but I think it is worth paying 
for.

 

 

 

 

 

Richard, USA.

“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  
--  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe

 

My web site:  <https://www.turner42.com> https://www.turner42.com

 

From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:23 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause wants 
to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally 
viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for 
the app in the past under the one-time payment model.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>  
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of 
Richard Turner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:04 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

Yes.  Perfectly legal.

 

 

 

 

Richard, USA.

“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  
--  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe

 

My web site:  <https://www.turner42.com> https://www.turner42.com

 

From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>  
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Leo 
Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:04 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model? 

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>  
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Leo 
Bado
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:59 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>  
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Anna 
Dresner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AM
To: VIPhone Mailing List mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> >
Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

Hello,

 

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com>  to find out.

 

Best,

Anna

 

 

On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado mailto:literophi...@myself.com> > wrote:

 

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

 

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I saw it on AppleVis.  It came straight from Voice Dream Support.Sent from my iPhone Pro MaxOn Apr 25, 2023, at 4:15 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:Penny, and anyone else who have stated that current owners will not have to pay for the subscription, could you say what your source is? I've seen no official information yet. I have reached out to the company that bought the app, but have not heard yet. Richard, USA.“What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John RuskinMy web site: https://www.turner42.comOn Apr 25, 2023, at 1:11 PM, Penny Reeder  wrote:If you already own the Voice Dream Reader app, you won’t have to pay for an annual subscription. Penny Sent from my iPhoneOn Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? Also, how much will it be?JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:Hi Leo, et al.I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.  I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired. He has given me permission to share the below information.Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it to them.On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app. Here is what Winston said:" Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group.  The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to do it myself before the acquisition. On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new company named Opus Noma. There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal issue, I have not been able to announce it. More from me about this soon..." An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  Be patient.And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases. HTH, Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com



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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Leo Bado]

Ok Richard, thanks again, now let me go further. Let’s say that Applause wants 
to put all customers under the subscription model, is this still legally 
viable? By all customers I mean  also all those customers that already paid for 
the app in the past under the one-time payment model.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Turner
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Yes.  Perfectly legal.

 

 

 

 

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I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model? 

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Hello,

 

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com>  to find out.

 

Best,

Anna

 

 

On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado mailto:literophi...@myself.com> > wrote:

 

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

 

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Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Dennis Long]

Absolutely it is legal. Sent from my iPhone SE 3On Apr 25, 2023, at 6:16 PM, Christopher Chaltain  wrote:







I’m not sure how it wouldn’t be legal. I’d think the more relevant question is whether it’s allowed in the App Store rules or not, but apparently it is since this has already gotten past the App Store police.
 

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Yes.  Perfectly legal.
 
 

 
 
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I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment model into the subscription
 model? 
 

Best,
Leo Bado

 


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OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app
 offers 1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.
 

Best,
Leo Bado

 


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Hello,

 


I would suggest writing to 
supp...@voicedream.com to find out.


 


Best,


Anna


 


 


On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado <literophi...@myself.com> wrote:

 


Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?


 


Best,


Leo Bado


 


 

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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Christopher Chaltain]

I'm not sure how it wouldn't be legal. I'd think the more relevant question is 
whether it's allowed in the App Store rules or not, but apparently it is since 
this has already gotten past the App Store police.

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Turner
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Yes.  Perfectly legal.




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To: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>
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I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model?

Best,
Leo Bado

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mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of Leo 
Bado
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To: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn't have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

Best,
Leo Bado

From: viphone@googlegroups.com<mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> 
mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com>> On Behalf Of Anna 
Dresner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AM
To: VIPhone Mailing List 
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Hello,

I would suggest writing to 
supp...@voicedream.com<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com> to find out.

Best,
Anna


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mailto:literophi...@myself.com>> wrote:

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

Best,
Leo Bado


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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Richard Turner]

Yes.  Perfectly legal.

 

 

 

 

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From: viphone@googlegroups.com  On Behalf Of Leo Bado
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To: viphone@googlegroups.com
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I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model? 

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 11:56 AM
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Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

Hello,

 

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com>  to find out.

 

Best,

Anna

 

 

On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado mailto:literophi...@myself.com> > wrote:

 

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

 

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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Leo Bado]

I got a question. Is it legally  allowed to change the business model   for an 
app in the Appstore? In other words, transitioning from the one-time payment 
model into the subscription model? 

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Subject: RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Hello,

 

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com>  to find out.

 

Best,

Anna

 

 

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Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Leo Bado]

OK, this source has been completely verified.  A friend of mine who didn’t have 
the app went to the Appstore and downloaded Voice Dream Reader. The app offers 
1 week trial after which  the user must pay a 59 dollar yearly  subscription, 
of course, the price probably is not the same for all countries or regions.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

 

Hello,

 

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
<mailto:supp...@voicedream.com>  to find out.

 

Best,

Anna

 





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Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a yearly 
subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

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Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Anna Dresner]

Hello,

I would suggest writing to supp...@voicedream.com 
 to find out.

Best,
Anna


> On Apr 25, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Leo Bado  wrote:
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> yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?
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> Best,
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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Leo Bado]

First and foremost, Richard, I want to thank you  for providing such a reliable 
information. Secondly, I would also like  to know what is the source  from 
which some people are passing on what seems to be specific information on the 
subscription model. I asked about Voice Dream reader in this list because I saw 
bunches of WhatsApp  messages  giving, apparently, specific and detailed 
information that made me suspicious.

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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Turner
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 2:15 PM
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Penny, and anyone else who have stated that current owners will not have to pay 
for the subscription, could you say what your source is? I've seen no official 
information yet. I have reached out to the company that bought the app, but 
have not heard yet. 

 

 

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On Apr 25, 2023, at 1:11 PM, Penny Reeder mailto:penny.ree...@gmail.com> > wrote:

If you already own the Voice Dream Reader app, you won’t have to pay for an 
annual subscription. Penny Sent from my iPhone





On Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi mailto:thunderwalker...@gmail.com> > wrote:

Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two 
favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to 
be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? 
Also, how much will it be?

JODY





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On Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner mailto:richardr_tur...@comcast.net> > wrote:



Hi Leo, et al.

I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.

 

 

I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the Voice 
Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired.

 

He has given me permission to share the below information.

Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.

Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired Voice 
Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it to them.

On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that the 
one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need an app 
to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer knows the 
code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  This way, you 
end up with a team maintaining the app.

 

Here is what Winston said:

" Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice 
Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group. 

 

The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and 
timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a 
subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to 
do it myself before the acquisition.

 

On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will remain 
my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new company 
named Opus Noma.

 

There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal 
issue, I have not been able to announce it.

 

More from me about this soon..."

 

An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  
Be patient.

And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases.

 

HTH,

 

Richard, USA.

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Penny, and anyone else who have stated that current owners will not have to pay for the subscription, could you say what your source is? I've seen no official information yet. I have reached out to the company that bought the app, but have not heard yet. Richard, USA.“What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John RuskinMy web site: https://www.turner42.comOn Apr 25, 2023, at 1:11 PM, Penny Reeder  wrote:If you already own the Voice Dream Reader app, you won’t have to pay for an annual subscription. Penny Sent from my iPhoneOn Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? Also, how much will it be?JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:Hi Leo, et al.I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.  I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired. He has given me permission to share the below information.Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it to them.On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app. Here is what Winston said:" Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group.  The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to do it myself before the acquisition. On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new company named Opus Noma. There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal issue, I have not been able to announce it. More from me about this soon..." An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  Be patient.And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases. HTH, Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com



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If you already own the Voice Dream Reader app, you won’t have to pay for an annual subscription. Penny Sent from my iPhoneOn Apr 25, 2023, at 3:40 PM, Jody ianuzzi  wrote:Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? Also, how much will it be?JODYTo Boldly Go   thunderwalker...@gmail.com "What's within you is stronger than what's in your way."  NO BARRIERS  Erik WeihenmayerOn Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  wrote:Hi Leo, et al.I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.  I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired. He has given me permission to share the below information.Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it to them.On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app. Here is what Winston said:" Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group.  The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to do it myself before the acquisition. On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new company named Opus Noma. There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal issue, I have not been able to announce it. More from me about this soon..." An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  Be patient.And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases. HTH, Richard, USA.“Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.”  --  Jane Wagner from The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe My web site: https://www.turner42.com



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Re: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Jody ianuzzi]

Oh this is terrible! Voice dream reader and soundscape are probably my two 
favorite apps Soundscape is going away and now voice dream reader is going to 
be a subscription! I have used it for years well I have to start paying for it? 
Also, how much will it be?

JODY

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> On Apr 25, 2023, at 2:14 PM, Richard Turner  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Leo, et al.
> I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.
>  
>  
> I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the 
> Voice Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired.
>  
> He has given me permission to share the below information.
> Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.
> Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired 
> Voice Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it 
> to them.
> On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that 
> the one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need 
> an app to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer 
> knows the code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  
> This way, you end up with a team maintaining the app.
>  
> Here is what Winston said:
> " Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice 
> Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group.
>  
> The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and 
> timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a 
> subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to 
> do it myself before the acquisition.
>  
> On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will 
> remain my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new 
> company named Opus Noma.
>  
> There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal 
> issue, I have not been able to announce it.
>  
> More from me about this soon..."
>  
> An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  
> Be patient.
> And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases.
>  
> HTH,
>  
> Richard, USA.
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RE: Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Richard Turner]

Hi Leo, et al.

I just heard about this and here is the answer I sent to the BlindApples list.

 

 

I have a pretty good relationship with Winston Chen, the developer of the Voice 
Dream apps, so I wrote him directly and inquired.

 

He has given me permission to share the below information.

Note that no one yet knows the timing of the iOS/iPadOS subscription model.

Also, he is quite confident that the group he mentions below who acquired Voice 
Dream Reader will take good care of the app or he wouldn't have sold it to them.

On yet another note before I share what Winston said, I agree with him that the 
one-time charge model of app development is not sustainable if you need an app 
to grow and change with current technology.  If only one programmer knows the 
code, and something happens to that developer, the app will die.  This way, you 
end up with a team maintaining the app.

 

Here is what Winston said:

" Voice Dream Reader (both iOS and macOS versions), and the brand “Voice 
Dream”, were acquired by Applause Group. 

 

The pricing decision was made by Applause - I was not aware of the amount and 
timing. But I totally support transitioning Voice Dream Reader to a 
subscription model. The one-time-price model is not sustainable. I planned to 
do it myself before the acquisition.

 

On a separate note, Scanner and Writer were not acquired, and they will remain 
my apps. they will be renamed to VDScan and VDWrite, and under a new company 
named Opus Noma.

 

There should’ve been communication about the acquisition but due to a legal 
issue, I have not been able to announce it.

 

More from me about this soon..."

 

An official statement will be coming soon.  What soon means, I have no idea.  
Be patient.

And, at this time, VDScan and VDWrite will remain one-time purchases.

 

HTH,

 

Richard, USA.

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Voice Dream Reader for IOS, yearly suscription?

[Leo Bado]

Hi everyone, is it true that Voice Dream Reader for IOS is changing to a
yearly subscription model? Or is this just a rumor?

 

Best,

Leo Bado

 

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