A List Update From Moderator Mark: All Is Well

2011-07-28 Thread M. Taylor
Hello Everyone,  

First, as Cara and I manage both the MacVisionaries and V iPhone lists, I am
cross-posting.

Second, allow me to extend a welcome to all the new list members.  

For the past couple of hours, I given a great deal of thought on how to
respond to some of the statements made on list, today.  Finally, it occurred
to me that to respond to the messages that have stirred up more than a few
flames would be the worst thing I could possibly do.  So, instead, I will
say the following:

1.
Like it or not, as blind and low vision people, we share an existence that
binds us together in a very special way.  Some people treasure this bond and
some do not but regardless it is there.  I want you all to know that I value
this connection more than words can express.

2.
I ask you all to keep in mind that despite the efforts of some list members,
neither the MacVisionaries nor the V iPhone lists exist merely to serve as a
database of questions and answers; if that is what you seek, then you would
be better serve by searching your nearest knowledge base.  In addition to
exchanging knowledge, This list is a place for us to fellowship in some
small way.  I want to make it clear that in no way am I condoning personal
chat-like posts but, from time-to-time, such posts will make their way to
the entire list.  When this happens, please be tolerant.

3.
We share a bond, Family, so it really doesn't matter to which list you
choose to subscribe for the information will eventually find its way to us
all.  I don't want anyone to leave the list for I sincerely think Cara has
cultivated something very unique and special here but if you think you can
build a better mousetrap then, by all means, build it and we will celebrate
you for in so doing, we celebrate ourselves as we are one community.  It's
really that simple.  There is no competition.  

4.
A very special thanks to all of you who take the time to answer questions
and publish some of the best podcasts in the world.  I'm always excited when
someone posts a notice to the list describing his/her latest podcast which
is filled with useful information from which we all can benefit.  Thank you,
thank you, thank you.

5.
It is not easy to manage large email lists for there will always be some who
choose to see only the shadows in a room filled with light. It is to these
list members that I say the following: Personal criticisms will no longer be
tolerated.  While I will not ban anyone from receiving information posted to
the list, if you lob personal attacks against any other list member or take
it upon yourself to moderate fellow members by criticizing their posts, I
will summarily revoke your posting privileges.  It's really that simple.  If
you have a problem which a list member, contact that person off-list.  If
you don't like something on the list, Contact Cara or me.  Just so you know,
I have already begun to implement this policy.  

6.
To those who think that "no one is listening", I want you to know that,
because of the brilliant implementation of VoiceOver with the Mac mail
client and the iOS mail client, I either read or skim through virtually all
of the list messages.

7.
To those of you who find yourselves being overwhelmed with posts from the
lists, I invite you to consider either switching to List Digest Mode or
explore your preferred mail client so that you can browse list messages more
efficiently.

8.
I want you to know that I look forward to reading all your messages.  When
reading, I am amazed at how comforting it is to learn that I am not the only
one experiencing a particular problem or challenge on my Apple device or in
my Apple compatible software.  Some how, I feel less alone when reading your
experiences so please keep them coming.

9.
As has been stated several times before, whenever there is a major operating
system release, list traffic will increase.  Please be tolerant of this and
know that more often than not, the increase is temporary.

10.
We live in amazing times, Family; keep this in mind when you find yourself
becoming discouraged, irritated, or just plain bothered.  As blind and low
vision people, we enjoy access to the world in ways that no generation
before us could even imagine.

Be assured that the integrity of this list is intact and all is well.

I hope this message finds you happy, safe, and making a joyful noise.

Most Sincerely,

Mark

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Good Things About Lion and Safari

2011-07-28 Thread Teresa Cochran
Well, I suppose those too words are a good fit in more than one context. :) In 
any case, here are some things I've noticed improvement  on with VO.

1. VO just seems much more stable to me. I haven't had to restart it once since 
I got Lion a week ago.

2. I used to have a terrible problem with quick-nav spontaneously activating 
itself. No more. Yay.

3. I haven't had to import my vO prefs once since I've had Lion, whereas I used 
to have to do this three times in a week.

4. Safari and vO play much more nicely together, IMO. There are many fewer 
"busy" messages.

Good job, developers. I'm pleased in general. Of course, there are always 
little things that don't go as smoothly as they might, but these things happen 
with computer software.

Anyone else had similar experiences to mine?

Teresa

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What is iWeb

2011-07-28 Thread Teresa Cochran
Just a curious question as I've seen references to it in various places. Is it 
an engine for web browsers, or something else entirely?

Thanks,
Teresa

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Mod note - a final note from me tonight -was- Re: List Moderator Message To Come Later Today

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Hello again All, and a lovely night to you and day to some.

Let me remind you that there is to be no sniping / flaming on this list. This 
is one thing we just can't tolerate here. Surely you realize how many millions 
of better ways there are to communicate positively with eachother here so that 
you can be heard, and cary on a greater dialogue with your list mates. If you 
don't like someone, then please simply take it up off-list with them. This way 
we all benefit.

The parties involved pay closer attention to eachother and the list can go on 
as it ought. -Make sense?…

Let me just leave you all with a question this evening…

What kind of list do you want?

Please don't answer on the list, in fact, please don't even answer to the mods. 
-Just think about this picture of your ideal list and then imagine how you 
would fit into it. K?

How would this list be able to function smoothly with as many smart / cool 
people as we have? How would it be the best resource possible? -and how would 
you, yourself, make that happen? What would be your contribution?…

Please keep this in mind for a while, as you go about your night or day.

I'm sure some will be glad that I'm done chattering for the day now! :) Have a 
terrific night and catch ya'll on the flip!

Smiles,

Cara :)
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On Jul 28, 2011, at 8:11 PM, Tammy wrote:

Hi,
 
Nice to see you’re reading the posts, but what’s the point of the below?  Make 
a joyful noise?  lol lol lol  If I do will my behaviour be noticed? 
 
Tammy
 
From: M. Taylor
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 3:03 PM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: List Moderator Message To Come Later Today
 
Hello, All,

There have been some interesting posts to the lists and I will address them
later today.  

I am posting this short note so that you know that the lists mods are
reading the posts.

Make a joyful noise, Today, Ok?  

Mark

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Re: Looking for a music creator program

2011-07-28 Thread Kevin Gibbs
Unfortunately,  there's nothing that works with VoiceOver.  You write
notation, you can look at Sibelius.

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Re: Spotify not accessible on Snow Leopard

2011-07-28 Thread Kevin Gibbs
I had the chance to check that out by choosing an artist that I know I
don't have any of in my personal collection. And yes, you're right.
 Next question is, how do I set it up so that all the tunes that I
find under an artist get played in a row instead of one at a time?  I
heard one song followed by an ad.  I don't care about the commercials,
but I would like to hear several songs in a row commercials are not. I
don't want to have to press the play button for each song.

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Re: MOderator Note - Please read

2011-07-28 Thread Isaac Obie

Hello all,,,
I think it's a shame that Cara has to babysit grown men and women because 
they act like babies! this takes a lot of energy from Cara who has an 
illness! this is wrong!
I think you should let Carlyn do her part as moderator and give her some 
teeth! Let her remove trouble-makers or put them on moderator status! This 
means their posts don't reach the list unless the moderator approves!
It's a shame that people need to moderate adults who feel like throwing a 
temper tantrum!

It detracts from those who want to learn.
Isaac
- Original Message - 
From: "Cara Quinn" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 6:50 PM
Subject: MOderator Note - Please read


Hi All;

Firstly, Mark is due to post a mod note as well today, so I'll let him speak 
for himself.


For myself, I want to first apologize for being away / quiet for several 
weeks. The last two and a half or so have been taken up with quite the 
persistent and annoying little illness. So I haven't been keeping touch with 
the lists much.


HOwever, in the short time that I've had today to go through just the 
scantest few posts, I've already seen enough to warrant this additional mod 
note. So here goes.


Despite some speculations here about the purpose of the list being to drive 
traffic to blogs or that the mods no longer care about the quality / rules 
of the lists; let me just say that nothing could be further from the truth, 
and frankly I'm simply amazed at the level of derision that some listers 
have begun showing and sharing on this list.


-This is a mailing list; moderation teams change and grow all the time on 
such lists and forums. This is no excuse to start rumors or mistreat 
eachother. Just because a mod might not be there every single second of 
every day, doesn't mean that the list guidelines and etiquette go out the 
window.


Now please know, I'm not talking to new listers here, so much when I say 
this, but really to those of you who have been around here a while, and who 
ABSOLUTELY know better. If you want to trash the list,the people on it, or 
the mods, then please, by all means, go right ahead, but for God's sake, do 
it off the list! lol! Know what I mean?


Please seriously have just the slightest bit of courtesy for eachother and 
for the list itself. If you no longer wish to be here, you know how to 
leave. But please please please be adults and don't go ruining this valuable 
resource for others whom may really like it or need it. That's not fair and 
it's disrespectful in the extreme.


Regardless of whether we post list guidelines or not, I'm really talking 
here about just plain, general, basic good ole' netiquette. Treat others as 
you would like to be treated. YOu're all smart peeps here! YOu can do 
this! -KNow what I mean?… :)


Now please; I'll be catching up on tons of email, please do treat eachother 
with courtesy and respect?…


I thank you for your time and will get back with you soon.

Have a great day / evening, wherever you may be!…

Smiles,

Cara :)
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Re: List Moderator Message To Come Later Today

2011-07-28 Thread Tammy
Hi,

Nice to see you’re reading the posts, but what’s the point of the below?  Make 
a joyful noise?  lol lol lol  If I do will my behaviour be noticed?  

Tammy

From: M. Taylor 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 3:03 PM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com 
Subject: List Moderator Message To Come Later Today

Hello, All,

There have been some interesting posts to the lists and I will address them
later today.  

I am posting this short note so that you know that the lists mods are
reading the posts.

Make a joyful noise, Today, Ok?  

Mark

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Pairing iPhone with Bsp

2011-07-28 Thread Donna Goodin
Hi all,

I'm trying to pair my Bsp with my iPhone, but it's not working. I'm traveling, 
so don't have access to my documentation. If someone could post the steps, I 
would be most grateful. 
TIA,

Donna

Sent from my iPhone

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Re: Looking for a music creator program

2011-07-28 Thread Karen Lewellen

Hi Paul!
did anyone suggest musescore?

musescore.org

Actually others looking for a program that lets you create notation using 
midi  might want to look at this as well, its one of the features.
I am not 100% certain how she likes to write,  but it may be closer than 
some.
I found rather a few notation and notation to mp3 type options for the mac. 
I simply googled your question, or with a slight change, music creation 
software for the mac?

and found a few sites with free mac programs.

Music Creator still exists BTW, I could not discover firmly if there is a 
mac edition however.  If you are doing anything virtual though, its still 
out there for windows.

cakewalk is the parent company yes.
Last of all is mup, but this may be dated?
Hope some of this helps,
Karen Lewellen

On Thu, 28 Jul 2011, Paul Henrichsen wrote:


Hi. We took a look at it last night. It has nothing in it for writing a score. 
It all deals with loops and recorded music. Interesting, but no way to enter a 
music score.
Still looks like it would be fun to play with, though.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:41 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:


I don't know this for sure but I believe it does.  Why not have her try it out?

Ricardo Walker
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On Jul 27, 2011, at 9:58 PM, Paul Henrichsen wrote:

Does garage band allow one to enter a score without hooking up a midi device? 
Cakewalk and scorewriter allowed one to do this using a mouse.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 27, 2011, at 12:40 PM, "Jeff Bishop"  wrote:


Couldn't Garage Band do this maybe?

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul Henrichsen
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 12:38 PM
To: Mac Visionaries Discussion List
Subject: Looking for a music creator program

Hi, All. On the PC, my sighted wife used to use a version of Cakewalk a few
years ago which allowed her to enter music one note at a time. I'm not a
music reader, but i guess she could enter the staffs and create the entire
choir song as if it were played on the piano.
She would use her mouse to do this.
She could then save the mp3 so I could listen to it and learn my part. She
could even drop the volume on the other parts so I could primarily hear the
bass line.
Is there anything like that on the Mac?
I'd like to find something for as I know she enjoyed entering music.
Since she is sighted, accessibility isn't an issue.
Thanks.

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Re: Choosing a Mac Book Air

2011-07-28 Thread Sarai Bucciarelli
Hi:
If the difference is $100, I'd go for the 13 inch. You won't regret going 
bigger.
On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:56 PM, Garth Humphreys wrote:

> Thanks to both of you.
> 
> I think my choice is now pretty clearly between the 11 inch with 4Gb and 128 
> Gb SSD and the 13 inch with the same spec. There is a $100 price difference 
> between the two at $1349 or $1449. The 13 also has a slightly faster 
> processor and supposably better battery life.  I guess I will just keep 
> playing with them in store.  The base model is only $1099 Australian but as I 
> suspected, I shouldn't have been considering this one. 
> 
> Garth
> 
> On 29/07/2011, at 12:05 AM, Bryan Jones  wrote:
> 
>> Hello Garth,
>> 
>> I have a late 2010 11 inch macbook air and can give my opinions. I've never 
>> tried the 13 inch Air, so I won't give an opinion on it.
>> Regarding RAM: I think there are several good reasons to purchase it with 4 
>> GB of RAM.
>> Reason one: Unlike most computers, RAM on the Air is not upgradable after 
>> you've purchased it. It is soldered to the system board and cannot be 
>> expanded. Perhaps an enterprising third party will come along with a method 
>> of upgrading RAM but as of yet this has not happened to the best of my 
>> knowledge.
>> Reason two: Lion's minimum RAM requirement is two GB. It's probably a good 
>> idea to have more than the minimum even if you only plan to do basic web 
>> surfing, email and skype..
>> Reason three: If you're considering the only model that comes with 2GB RAM, 
>> I assume that also means you're considering the 64 GB SSD that comes with 
>> that base model. Apple's retail price is US $100 to bump that base model up 
>> to 4GB. However, if you bypass the base model and go with the higher-level 
>> model, you will get both the additional 2 GB of RAM plus a 128 GB SSD for 
>> not a lot more money, especially if you shop around at vendors such as 
>> macmall and amazon where you can find better pricing. While I would normally 
>> also recommend looking at Apple's online refurb store, in this case I think 
>> the reported performance improvements of the newest Air probably outweigh 
>> the small price difference offered by purchasing a last-generation 
>> refurbished Air.
>> 
>> Regarding Zoom: I used Zoom extensively in the past when my vision was 
>> better, and I still use it sometimes with my 24 inch external monitor. For 
>> getting out of tricky situations, I find Zoom is fine on the 11 inch screen. 
>> Try it in the store and see what you think. You can zoom the heck out of 
>> most things. If you're like me and cannot see anything on a white 
>> background, you might want to also try reversing the video to 
>> white-on-black. The Zoom, color and contrast options can all be found and 
>> quickly toggled in the Universal Access panel of System Preferences. If you 
>> decide to attach an external monitor, you can do this through the new 
>> Thunderbolt port which actually doubles as a mini DisplayPort, thus allowing 
>> you to use Apple's variety of adapters to connect to VGA, DVI and I think 
>> HDMI displays.
>> 
>> HTH,
>> Bryan
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 5:33 AM, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>>> I am trying to decide which Mac Book Air to buy.  I would love to hear the 
>>> experiences of those of you who use the zoom feature with VO.  I have been 
>>> trying the air out at our local Apple store and am trying to decide between 
>>> the 11 inch and the 13 inch models.
>>> 
>>> Firstly, do you all think that it is important to get 4  Gb RAM or would 2 
>>> Gb be fine with VO.  Keep in mind that the Air would primarily be used for 
>>> email and browsing. At times I will be using the Air for skype and will 
>>> want to be able to record the audio.
>>> 
>>> Next, how well does the Zoom feature work. The reason for asking is that I 
>>> am trying to evaluate the value of spending an extra $100 or so for the 
>>> extra screen realestate of the 13 inch.  My sight is poor enough that I 
>>> would probably only use the screen to help get out of those tricky 
>>> situations where seeing the screen makes it easier.  I hope this makes 
>>> sence to some of you.
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RE: Looking for a music creator program

2011-07-28 Thread Jeff Bishop
Bummer, sorry.

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul Henrichsen
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 7:05 PM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Looking for a music creator program

Hi. We took a look at it last night. It has nothing in it for writing a
score. It all deals with loops and recorded music. Interesting, but no way
to enter a music score.
Still looks like it would be fun to play with, though.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:41 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> I don't know this for sure but I believe it does.  Why not have her try it
out?
> 
> Ricardo Walker
> rwalker...@gmail.com
> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
> www.mobileaccess.org
> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 9:58 PM, Paul Henrichsen wrote:
> 
> Does garage band allow one to enter a score without hooking up a midi
device? Cakewalk and scorewriter allowed one to do this using a mouse. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 12:40 PM, "Jeff Bishop"  wrote:
> 
>> Couldn't Garage Band do this maybe?
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com 
>> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul Henrichsen
>> Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 12:38 PM
>> To: Mac Visionaries Discussion List
>> Subject: Looking for a music creator program
>> 
>> Hi, All. On the PC, my sighted wife used to use a version of Cakewalk 
>> a few years ago which allowed her to enter music one note at a time. 
>> I'm not a music reader, but i guess she could enter the staffs and 
>> create the entire choir song as if it were played on the piano.
>> She would use her mouse to do this.
>> She could then save the mp3 so I could listen to it and learn my 
>> part. She could even drop the volume on the other parts so I could 
>> primarily hear the bass line.
>> Is there anything like that on the Mac?
>> I'd like to find something for as I know she enjoyed entering music.
>> Since she is sighted, accessibility isn't an issue.
>> Thanks.
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Re: Looking for a music creator program

2011-07-28 Thread Paul Henrichsen
Hi. We took a look at it last night. It has nothing in it for writing a score. 
It all deals with loops and recorded music. Interesting, but no way to enter a 
music score.
Still looks like it would be fun to play with, though.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:41 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> I don't know this for sure but I believe it does.  Why not have her try it 
> out?
> 
> Ricardo Walker
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> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 9:58 PM, Paul Henrichsen wrote:
> 
> Does garage band allow one to enter a score without hooking up a midi device? 
> Cakewalk and scorewriter allowed one to do this using a mouse. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 12:40 PM, "Jeff Bishop"  wrote:
> 
>> Couldn't Garage Band do this maybe?
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
>> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul Henrichsen
>> Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 12:38 PM
>> To: Mac Visionaries Discussion List
>> Subject: Looking for a music creator program
>> 
>> Hi, All. On the PC, my sighted wife used to use a version of Cakewalk a few
>> years ago which allowed her to enter music one note at a time. I'm not a
>> music reader, but i guess she could enter the staffs and create the entire
>> choir song as if it were played on the piano. 
>> She would use her mouse to do this.
>> She could then save the mp3 so I could listen to it and learn my part. She
>> could even drop the volume on the other parts so I could primarily hear the
>> bass line.
>> Is there anything like that on the Mac?
>> I'd like to find something for as I know she enjoyed entering music.
>> Since she is sighted, accessibility isn't an issue.
>> Thanks.
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Re: Macvisionaries Wiki

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Hey Kevin;

While I'd certainly never discourage such a wiki, I will say that though it may 
be difficult for seasoned Mac users to hear the same questions over and over 
again, it can actually be a good thing in that new users will see answers to 
common questions that they themselves may not even know they have yet.

This was partially what Josh and I had in mind when we were discussing 
Maccessibility.net. While it is certainly recognized, There's a caveat.

Unfortunately, the reality at the moment, is that most people are way more 
likely to simply post a question here or on another list long before they 
consult Google or a wiki for their answer. This is actually part of the purpose 
of why this and other lists exist. This list can be a gateway for new or 
aspiring users of the Mac / Apple products where they can get their feet wet so 
to speak, and if they choose, become experts in their own right.

this list is a journey for each person on it. We're not all at the same place, 
but we're all in essence going to the same place. -Know what I mean?

Great post though and good luck if you decide to go with your idea! Sites like 
AppleVis have become quite popular for iPhone apps, so perhaps your wiki would 
take off just fine. :)

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:08 AM, Kevin Shaw wrote:

Hello list members,

I'm discovering a lot of messages on the list that seem to be asking the same 
questions over and over. I'm wondering if it would be more efficient for 
several creative people out there to create a Macvisionaries wiki which would 
contain answers to common questions and cover several common topics such as:

•   Primers on switching from PC screen readers to the Mac
•   Voiceover basics and common keystrokes in Mac OS X.
•   Common commands, workarounds and techniques for programs such as 
Safari, Mail, Address Book and so on.
•   Tutorials on working with said programs and others such as Garage Band, 
Logic, twitter clients and other third party software.
•   Contacts for developers, accessibility status and other information 
about less accessible programs.
•   Other things I haven't thought of.

Just thought I'd throw this idea out there. 

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Re: Macvisionaries Wiki

2011-07-28 Thread Denise Avant
Hello all,
this is a great idea. it would be nice to have one place where one could go and 
find all of the tutorials, manuals and faqs. i know apple does some of this 
itself. but there are a lot more resources now for the mac than ever before.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:08 AM, Kevin Shaw wrote:

> Hello list members,
> 
> I'm discovering a lot of messages on the list that seem to be asking the same 
> questions over and over. I'm wondering if it would be more efficient for 
> several creative people out there to create a Macvisionaries wiki which would 
> contain answers to common questions and cover several common topics such as:
> 
> • Primers on switching from PC screen readers to the Mac
> • Voiceover basics and common keystrokes in Mac OS X.
> • Common commands, workarounds and techniques for programs such as 
> Safari, Mail, Address Book and so on.
> • Tutorials on working with said programs and others such as Garage Band, 
> Logic, twitter clients and other third party software.
> • Contacts for developers, accessibility status and other information 
> about less accessible programs.
> • Other things I haven't thought of.
> 
> Just thought I'd throw this idea out there. 
> 
> Kevin
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Mod note -was- Re: The Chris Gilland saga.

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Cliff and list;

Once again, this is an additional note that I've also asked that we keep this 
sort of thing off this group, K? If anyone has any opinions, critique or 
suggestions for the mods about our character, or how this list works, then 
please write us directly and keep it off the list. K?

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:39 PM, Kliph&Sharrie wrote:

This confirms everything I heard about this list before I got on it.  And most 
of them were negative, and not about Karel either.  I'm probably just adding to 
the drama, but decided to add my 2 cent worth.  CJ, email me off list again or 
call me and we can catch up.
On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:40 PM, CJ Daniel wrote:

> Okay,
> 
> First, that's sadly hysterical.  Secondly, why hasn't this guy been sent 
> packing.  As a Christian, I'm sorry for his problems, but reluctant to 
> subject myself or others to his, very obvious, social disorders.  Anyway, @ 
> the very least, this post puts what I've been seeing, for over a month, in 
> some sort of prospective.
> 
> CJ
> 
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 10:12 AM, Geoff Waaler wrote:
> 
>> Greetings y'all,
>>  
>> Since there was a decision in early June to go to what amounts to an 
>> unmonitored list where the mod team is primarily interested in driving 
>> traffic to a blog site and "being positive" meaning that no standards are 
>> enforced, why not have some fun and share a year old (but still amusing) 
>> saga of Christopher-Mark "I'm! Abs!olu!te!ly! the! Lion! GURU!" Gilland.  
>> Clearly we're dealing with some pretty major personality disorders and 
>> immaturity, which wouldn't be a problem if it wasn't affecting so many 
>> others who are trying to follow the list closely for assistance taming the 
>> Lion.
>>  
>> The reader is here by admonished to be sure to have several boxes of tissues 
>> on hand for all the tears (most likely of laughter).  Also, the following 
>> text includes language that I would normally never place on a public list, 
>> even indirectly, but it is needed for perspective, and hey, as one of my 
>> former managers often said: "you can say anything you want,  on your last 
>> day on the job!!".  I've reached the point where I'm ready for Mr. Joyful 
>> noise to kick me off the list and then maybe Carolyn and others can start an 
>> alternative option where the narcissism and chat group content is kept to a 
>> minimum and a modicum of list etiquette is actually enforced by the mods, 
>> which may not be interpreted as being positive and making a joyful noise by 
>> some.
>>  
>> Okay, now that the box of clean-ex is within reach and the kitties are out 
>> of ear shot, here goes!!
>>  
>> The following list exchange autta be good for a few laughs.  The initial 
>> dialog on this support ticket submitted to CodeFactory is also very amusing. 
>>  For one thing Chris turned me into a CF employee, but more importantly my 
>> feelings were absolutely crushed because he was angry at Scott over things 
>> that I actually said.
>>  
>> Also amusing that codeFactory was held responsible?!
>> Geoff
>>  
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "Chris Gilland" 
>> To: ; "Mobile Speak/Magnifier Pocket Users List" 
>> 
>> Sent: Monday, July 19, 2010 2:30 PM
>> Subject: Re: [MSP] Weird behavior with touch pro 2
>> God fucking dammit!  he asked for help, and help is what I gave him, unlike 
>> some of you immature nuts on here refuse to do!Get over it!
>> 
>> Chris.
>>  
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "Geoff Waaler" 
>> To: "Mobile Speak/Magnifier Pocket Users List" 
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 1:13 PM
>> Subject: [MSP] A little levity.
>> After yesterday I can't resist sharing this post from another list.  Perhaps 
>> a review of John 8-7 is in order?
>> 
>> - Original Message - 
>> From: "Christopher Gilland" 
>> To: 
>> Sent: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 5:20 PM
>> Subject: Vulgar language on the list
>> Guies, if I hear the f word one more time on this list, quoting someone else
>> or not, I'm leaving, case closed.  I'm not subjecting myself to that type
>> language.  You're certain entited to how you wanna talk, however, I'm a
>> Christian, and will not stand for it, point blank.
>> 
>> Chris. 
>>  
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "Scott Granados" 
>> To: "Mobile Speak/Magnifier Pocket Users List" 
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 1:36 PM
>> Subject: Re: [MSP] A little levity.
>> Hahahahahaha
>> 
>> That's classic,
>> On one list he's a Christian, on the other he's swearing like a sailor.
>> 
>> What would Jesus do?
>> 
>> lol
>>  
>> -Original Message-
>> From: msp_mailing-boun...@codefactory.cat
>> [mailto:msp_mailing-boun...@codefactory.cat] On Behalf Of Chris Gilland
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 14:41 AM
>> To: mss_mail...@codefactory.es
>> Cc: msp_mail...@codefa

Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Hi Cliff and list;

-Just a reminder here, that I've actually asked that this topic be closed now. 
Please, if you'd like to discuss other lists then please do it elsewhere, K?

Thanks so very much and please do have a totally awesome evening!…

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:31 PM, Kliph&Sharrie wrote:

Would lurkers be allowed?  By this I mean like Rose just reads and stays quiet, 
would we be allowed to do this on your new list?  Thanks.
Kliphton SR
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On Jul 28, 2011, at 1:14 PM, carolyn Haas wrote:

> Hi Courtney:
> By semiprofessional, I mean a list where there is even and decent exchange of 
> questions and resources, and ideas, and not the narcissistic ego-driven 
> chest-pounding nonsense and blubbering about what everyone else is doing 
> wrong.  I would like to haves a list Where people are treated with respect, 
> and you don't have to read about the trouble someone went through to spoon 
> feed you the fix for your problem, or how great someone thinks his own 
> podcast is, or how badly someone think Apple is doing.  In short, stuff that 
> matters to members one and mostly all.
> 
> That's my vision.
> 
> Carolyn 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Courtney Curran wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> I'm just curious, what do you mean by "simi professional"?
>> Thanks, Courtney
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
>> 
>>> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
>>> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
>>> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
>>> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain 
>>> people get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) 
>>> doesn't respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the 
>>> world revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; 
>>> though it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us 
>>> are trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of 
>>> us like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions 
>>> are running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining 
>>> though.  Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and 
>>> the list will return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Sincerely,
>>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>>> 
>>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>>> 
>>> Skype name:
>>> barefootedray
>>> 
>>> Facebook:
>>> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
>>> 
 Hello list members:
 I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm 
 Carolyn, a former moderator of the group.
 When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of 
 people had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my 
 expectations were just too stringent, and pushing people away.
 I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
 starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would 
 like to know if there's any others interested in such.
 
 If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
 
 My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, 
 as I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
 
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Macvisionaries Wiki

2011-07-28 Thread Kevin Shaw
Hello list members,

I'm discovering a lot of messages on the list that seem to be asking the same 
questions over and over. I'm wondering if it would be more efficient for 
several creative people out there to create a Macvisionaries wiki which would 
contain answers to common questions and cover several common topics such as:

•   Primers on switching from PC screen readers to the Mac
•   Voiceover basics and common keystrokes in Mac OS X.
•   Common commands, workarounds and techniques for programs such as 
Safari, Mail, Address Book and so on.
•   Tutorials on working with said programs and others such as Garage Band, 
Logic, twitter clients and other third party software.
•   Contacts for developers, accessibility status and other information 
about less accessible programs.
•   Other things I haven't thought of.

Just thought I'd throw this idea out there. 

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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread
Would lurkers be allowed?  By this I mean like Rose just reads and stays quiet, 
would we be allowed to do this on your new list?  Thanks.
Kliphton SR
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On Jul 28, 2011, at 1:14 PM, carolyn Haas wrote:

> Hi Courtney:
> By semiprofessional, I mean a list where there is even and decent exchange of 
> questions and resources, and ideas, and not the narcissistic ego-driven 
> chest-pounding nonsense and blubbering about what everyone else is doing 
> wrong.  I would like to haves a list Where people are treated with respect, 
> and you don't have to read about the trouble someone went through to spoon 
> feed you the fix for your problem, or how great someone thinks his own 
> podcast is, or how badly someone think Apple is doing.  In short, stuff that 
> matters to members one and mostly all.
> 
> That's my vision.
> 
> Carolyn 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Courtney Curran wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> I'm just curious, what do you mean by "simi professional"?
>> Thanks, Courtney
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
>> 
>>> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
>>> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
>>> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
>>> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain 
>>> people get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) 
>>> doesn't respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the 
>>> world revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; 
>>> though it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us 
>>> are trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of 
>>> us like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions 
>>> are running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining 
>>> though.  Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and 
>>> the list will return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Sincerely,
>>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>>> 
>>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>>> 
>>> Skype name:
>>> barefootedray
>>> 
>>> Facebook:
>>> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
>>> 
 Hello list members:
 I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm 
 Carolyn, a former moderator of the group.
 When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of 
 people had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my 
 expectations were just too stringent, and pushing people away.
 I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
 starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would 
 like to know if there's any others interested in such.
 
 If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
 
 My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, 
 as I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
 
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Re: Apple to the core episode 3

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Thanks,

do to Cody paying closer attention to the podcast than I did, lol, I would like 
to point out a mistake I made in the show.  I said the command to move the 
mouse cursor to the VO cursor was VO shift F5.  This is incorrect.  The correct 
command is VO command F5.  Thanks again to Cody.

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 7:14 PM, Red.Falcon wrote:

Hi Ricardo!
Now that was great!
Cheers!
Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 23:56, Cody wrote:

> You do amazing podcasts, and they're super helpful :) please do more, and add 
> em to Skype if you like Ricardo, I'd like to speak with you. I also sent you 
> an email off list…
> 
> Cody
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:19 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote:
> 
>> Hi folks,
>> 
>> In this episode, I show off some new features in voiceover found in Lion 
>> like activities and drag and drop.  I also show how to use the favourites 
>> bar in Mail.  You can listen at
>> 
>> http://goo.gl/Lm1Up
>> 
>> hth
>> 
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>> rwalker...@gmail.com
>> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
>> www.mobileaccess.org
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Re: a question about signitures

2011-07-28 Thread
Just always make sure if you have more than one that you double check the right 
one is selected.
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On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:25 AM, Matt Dierckens wrote:

> Hi matt, it looks like it worked. Thanks much.
> 
> sent from my macbook pro
> 
> On 2011-07-28, at 12:12 PM, Matthew Campbell wrote:
> 
>> Hey Matt.
>> What you have to do is select the account in the left table and then scroll 
>> over and hit the add button.
>> Next, you will be in a text box where you can type the name of the signature 
>> so call it what ever you want.
>> Finally, go over to the text field and type what you want the signature to 
>> say.
>> Let me know if this doesn't work because I just tried it my self.
>> Matthew Campbell.
>> 
>> On 2011-07-28, at 12:03 PM, Matt Dierckens wrote:
>> 
>>> I have a question about signatures. How would i go about creating one and 
>>> making it my default signature? The dialog is a bit strange.
>>> Thanks
>>> Matt
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Re: Apple to the core episode 3

2011-07-28 Thread Red.Falcon
Hi Ricardo!
Now that was great!
Cheers!
Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 23:56, Cody wrote:

> You do amazing podcasts, and they're super helpful :) please do more, and add 
> em to Skype if you like Ricardo, I'd like to speak with you. I also sent you 
> an email off list…
> 
> Cody
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:19 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote:
> 
>> Hi folks,
>> 
>> In this episode, I show off some new features in voiceover found in Lion 
>> like activities and drag and drop.  I also show how to use the favourites 
>> bar in Mail.  You can listen at
>> 
>> http://goo.gl/Lm1Up
>> 
>> hth
>> 
>> Ricardo Walker
>> rwalker...@gmail.com
>> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
>> www.mobileaccess.org
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Moderator note -was- Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Hi again All;

Let me just respectfully request that we take this topic of other lists off 
this list. Also, if any of you have real genuine concerns for the moderators of 
this list, then by all means, get in contact with us off the list. Please 
please please do continue this privately and keep this exchange where it 
belongs, K?

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:21 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

John,

thanks for the info on these other lists.  I definitely will check them out.

I don't see any reason to unsub from the other list, but we'll discuss this off 
list if needed.  Just because I don['t post much, it is a resourceful list.  I 
just felt I didn't get very many replies aside from one member and I have 
his/her e-mail address and skype info, so it's not like I couldn't just call 
them or write them privately, which is what I've been doing.  I'm on 
Mac4theBlind, but I'm more of a lerker there, none the less.  Hope that's OK.  
If not though, talk to me off list about it as there isn't a need to bore 
others with that personal part of the list, I'd not think.

Anyways, my e-mail address is:

clgillan...@gmail.com

If that doesn't work, then try me at:

cgilla...@carolina.rr.com

Either address should reach me just fine.

Chris.

- Original Message - From: "John Panarese" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 2:17 PM
Subject: Re: To the Moderators


  As the owner of mac4theblind, just to clarify this misconception, the list is 
intended to be small and low traffic.  It gets the job done for those who are 
subscribed, and there is no pretenses made of it trying to be an alternative to 
any other list out there.  If it doesn't do the job for you, you are more than 
welcomed to unsubscribe or I can do it for you.

  As other lists out there, there is the Mac VoiceOver list run through

http://www.icanworthisthing.com

There is also,as mentioned, the Mac-access list.
http://www.mac-access.net

 There are probably others out there as well, but those come to mind off the 
top of my head.

 In time, though, as people become more familiar with Lion, this list will 
settle down and return more towards the helpful and smooth-running list we are 
used to being a part of.

Take Care

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 2:07 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> He's probably talking about Mac4theblind.  I'm on it, but I almost never post 
> there.  Not because I can't do so, it's just I felt I really wasn't getting 
> near the help on that list that I have and still am getting on this list.  I 
> don't think that they're many members on the other list, actually. I know 
> Sarah Alowami's there, and maybe like 10 or 20 others that regularly post.  
> Trust me, it's really not worth it in my personal opinion.  Again though, 
> that's only my opinion.  If you'd like, Ronald, I can try to find the 
> subscription info for you.  I make no guarantees.  I know a friend of mine 
> had to help me with finding the sub info, but again, if you would like to 
> subscribe, I'll be more than happy to try to figure out the address to do so.
> 
> Aside that list and the VIPhone list, those are the only lists I know of. 
> Apparently there is also a maccessibility list, but I've never admittedly 
> tried looking upo the info.
> 
> I'll bet you it's probably on
> 
> maccessibility.net
> though.
> 
> You want me to take a look for ya?
> 
> Let me know.  glad to help, if I can.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Ronald McEwan" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:47 PM
> Subject: Re: To the Moderators
> 
> 
> So do tell, what is the other list name.
> 
> 
> In the Journey,
> 
> Ron
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:
> 
>> Hi.
>> 
>> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
>> tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
>> anything unless its Mac related.
>> 
>> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as 
>> it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.
>> 
>> Kawal.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Ron:
>>> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn and 
>>> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
>>> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
>>> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
>>> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
>>> anything goes approach has been adopted.
>>> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional 
>>>  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer

Re: Apple to the core episode 3

2011-07-28 Thread Cody
You do amazing podcasts, and they're super helpful :) please do more, and add 
em to Skype if you like Ricardo, I'd like to speak with you. I also sent you an 
email off list…

Cody
On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:19 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> Hi folks,
> 
> In this episode, I show off some new features in voiceover found in Lion like 
> activities and drag and drop.  I also show how to use the favorites bar in 
> Mail.  You can listen at
> 
> http://goo.gl/Lm1Up
> 
> hth
> 
> Ricardo Walker
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> www.mobileaccess.org
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MOderator Note - Please read

2011-07-28 Thread Cara Quinn
Hi All;

Firstly, Mark is due to post a mod note as well today, so I'll let him speak 
for himself.

For myself, I want to first apologize for being away / quiet for several weeks. 
The last two and a half or so have been taken up with quite the persistent and 
annoying little illness. So I haven't been keeping touch with the lists much.

HOwever, in the short time that I've had today to go through just the scantest 
few posts, I've already seen enough to warrant this additional mod note. So 
here goes.

Despite some speculations here about the purpose of the list being to drive 
traffic to blogs or that the mods no longer care about the quality / rules of 
the lists; let me just say that nothing could be further from the truth, and 
frankly I'm simply amazed at the level of derision that some listers have begun 
showing and sharing on this list.

-This is a mailing list; moderation teams change and grow all the time on such 
lists and forums. This is no excuse to start rumors or mistreat eachother. Just 
because a mod might not be there every single second of every day, doesn't mean 
that the list guidelines and etiquette go out the window.

Now please know, I'm not talking to new listers here, so much when I say this, 
but really to those of you who have been around here a while, and who 
ABSOLUTELY know better. If you want to trash the list,the people on it, or the 
mods, then please, by all means, go right ahead, but for God's sake, do it off 
the list! lol! Know what I mean?

Please seriously have just the slightest bit of courtesy for eachother and for 
the list itself. If you no longer wish to be here, you know how to leave. But 
please please please be adults and don't go ruining this valuable resource for 
others whom may really like it or need it. That's not fair and it's 
disrespectful in the extreme.

Regardless of whether we post list guidelines or not, I'm really talking here 
about just plain, general, basic good ole' netiquette. Treat others as you 
would like to be treated. YOu're all smart peeps here! YOu can do this! -KNow 
what I mean?… :)

Now please; I'll be catching up on tons of email, please do treat eachother 
with courtesy and respect?…

I thank you for your time and will get back with you soon.

Have a great day / evening, wherever you may be!…

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Re: Choosing a Mac Book Air

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Good luck.  I'm sure you will pick the machine that best suits your needs.

Ricardo Walker
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On Jul 28, 2011, at 5:56 PM, Garth Humphreys wrote:

Thanks to both of you.

I think my choice is now pretty clearly between the 11 inch with 4Gb and 128 Gb 
SSD and the 13 inch with the same spec. There is a $100 price difference 
between the two at $1349 or $1449. The 13 also has a slightly faster processor 
and supposably better battery life.  I guess I will just keep playing with them 
in store.  The base model is only $1099 Australian but as I suspected, I 
shouldn't have been considering this one. 

Garth

On 29/07/2011, at 12:05 AM, Bryan Jones  wrote:

> Hello Garth,
> 
> I have a late 2010 11 inch macbook air and can give my opinions. I've never 
> tried the 13 inch Air, so I won't give an opinion on it.
> Regarding RAM: I think there are several good reasons to purchase it with 4 
> GB of RAM.
> Reason one: Unlike most computers, RAM on the Air is not upgradable after 
> you've purchased it. It is soldered to the system board and cannot be 
> expanded. Perhaps an enterprising third party will come along with a method 
> of upgrading RAM but as of yet this has not happened to the best of my 
> knowledge.
> Reason two: Lion's minimum RAM requirement is two GB. It's probably a good 
> idea to have more than the minimum even if you only plan to do basic web 
> surfing, email and skype..
> Reason three: If you're considering the only model that comes with 2GB RAM, I 
> assume that also means you're considering the 64 GB SSD that comes with that 
> base model. Apple's retail price is US $100 to bump that base model up to 
> 4GB. However, if you bypass the base model and go with the higher-level 
> model, you will get both the additional 2 GB of RAM plus a 128 GB SSD for not 
> a lot more money, especially if you shop around at vendors such as macmall 
> and amazon where you can find better pricing. While I would normally also 
> recommend looking at Apple's online refurb store, in this case I think the 
> reported performance improvements of the newest Air probably outweigh the 
> small price difference offered by purchasing a last-generation refurbished 
> Air.
> 
> Regarding Zoom: I used Zoom extensively in the past when my vision was 
> better, and I still use it sometimes with my 24 inch external monitor. For 
> getting out of tricky situations, I find Zoom is fine on the 11 inch screen. 
> Try it in the store and see what you think. You can zoom the heck out of most 
> things. If you're like me and cannot see anything on a white background, you 
> might want to also try reversing the video to white-on-black. The Zoom, color 
> and contrast options can all be found and quickly toggled in the Universal 
> Access panel of System Preferences. If you decide to attach an external 
> monitor, you can do this through the new Thunderbolt port which actually 
> doubles as a mini DisplayPort, thus allowing you to use Apple's variety of 
> adapters to connect to VGA, DVI and I think HDMI displays.
> 
> HTH,
> Bryan
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 5:33 AM, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>> I am trying to decide which Mac Book Air to buy.  I would love to hear the 
>> experiences of those of you who use the zoom feature with VO.  I have been 
>> trying the air out at our local Apple store and am trying to decide between 
>> the 11 inch and the 13 inch models.
>> 
>> Firstly, do you all think that it is important to get 4  Gb RAM or would 2 
>> Gb be fine with VO.  Keep in mind that the Air would primarily be used for 
>> email and browsing. At times I will be using the Air for skype and will want 
>> to be able to record the audio.
>> 
>> Next, how well does the Zoom feature work. The reason for asking is that I 
>> am trying to evaluate the value of spending an extra $100 or so for the 
>> extra screen realestate of the 13 inch.  My sight is poor enough that I 
>> would probably only use the screen to help get out of those tricky 
>> situations where seeing the screen makes it easier.  I hope this makes sence 
>> to some of you.
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Apple to the core episode 3

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Hi folks,

In this episode, I show off some new features in voiceover found in Lion like 
activities and drag and drop.  I also show how to use the favorites bar in 
Mail.  You can listen at

http://goo.gl/Lm1Up

hth

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Re: Using gmail web interface

2011-07-28 Thread Garth Humphreys
Lol, It was not too boring but I probably wasn't still awake.  I am fairly 
familiar with how the web rota works as I use a iPad and have one of the Apple 
Blue Tooth keyboards that I use with it.  I'll give it another go and hopefully 
be able to get some assistance in store if unable to sign out.  I have a bit of 
a fear that I will leave the store without properly signing out of my gmail 
account :)  

Garth

On 29/07/2011, at 1:40 AM, "Red.Falcon"  
wrote:

> Hi Garth!
> Yes it's that annoying brit again! :]
> Well I hope this is not to much info!
> So I noticed you said about quick nav select [up\down] and that reminded me 
> that you can select how quick nav navigates with up\right arrows together 
> this will go through the same options that are listed under vo+u!
> So if qn is on headers up\right arrows will change it to links!
> From then on if you down arrow you will go through each link and get to the 
> sign out link that way!
> Of course up\left will take you through the options the other way!
> Now for the track pad I found doing a 1 finger flick to the right also took 
> me through each link and got me to the sign out link OK!
> If this does not work on the Mac you are trying out it might be that the 
> mouse cursor is not following the vo cursor in settings!
> I'm new to the track pad myself so as yet do not know the right command to 
> select an item using the track pad!
> Hope this was not to boring and you are still awake!
> Colin
> 
> On 28 Jul 2011, at 14:19, Garth Humphreys wrote:
> 
>> Hi Colin
>> 
>> Thanks for the response. I can understand your directions. I will try the VO 
>> + U option tomorrow when in store.  
>> 
>> When I tried it last time, I was able to find my name on the web interface. 
>> The Apple rep could see on screen that the sign out link came up on screen 
>> when I selected the link with my name however neither of us could get VO to 
>> then go to the sign out  link.   BTW I tried both VO+space and the quick nav 
>> up / down arrows to select the my name link.
>> 
>> Apart from this issue I found that it was really natural to be able to 
>> navigate the web with the track pad commander but there is also a lot that 
>> will take some getting use to.   
>> 
>> Thanks 
>> Garth
>> 
>> On 28/07/2011, at 10:40 PM, "Red.Falcon"  
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Garth!
>>> OK when on the gmail screen and it should say something like your email and 
>>> under that options!
>>> When sitting on your email link just press vo+space!
>>> This should bring you to where you can check your settings and other things 
>>> like your profile!
>>> You should find the sign out link there as well!
>>> You could also use the web rota open with [vo+u and depending on what it is 
>>> set on like headers for example you can right arrow until it says links!
>>> So sitting on the table of links if then you type s and i the choice's will 
>>> narrow down to just a few options one of which should be sign out!
>>> So down arrow to that link on the list and press vo+space and that will 
>>> select that link and vo+space and then you will be signed out!
>>> There is also if you do not want to try the rota just yet after pressing on 
>>> your email just arrow until you get to that sign out link and once again 
>>> vo+space on it!
>>> hopefully this was not to confusing and it works for you!
>>> Colin
>>> 
>>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 01:18, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>>> 
 
 
 Garth
 
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> From: Garth Humphreys 
> Date: 28 July 2011 10:12:23 AM AEST
> To: "viph...@googlegroups.com" 
> Subject: Using gmail web interface
> 
 
> Hi 
> 
> I still have not taken the plunge and bought a Mac however have been 
> playing with one at our local Apple store.  I logged into my gmail 
> account in store and found that I couldn't work out how to log out.
> 
> The apple rep in store was helping me and advised that there was a menu 
> that dropped down under my name which allows log out but we could not 
> work out how to get to it with VO on. In the end I just got the rep to 
> log out for me. I am sure this is very easy to do but I just couldn't 
> work it out. As I don't even have a Mac yet, I am obviously very 
> inexperienced at using the Mac.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Garth
 
 
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Re: Using gmail web interface

2011-07-28 Thread Garth Humphreys
Sorry if I wasn't clear Colin, When I said I used the up and down arrows as 
well as VO + space, I meant that I tried both options to select the initial 
link. On both occasions the menu with sign out came up on the screen but we 
were then unable to get VO focus to go to it.  I will try again today, maybe 
the page was just acting a bit weird that day. Other links on the page that act 
like menus were working normally so we;'ll see how it goes today. Thanks for 
the input and assistance. It is appreciated.


Garth

On 29/07/2011, at 12:13 AM, "Red.Falcon"  
wrote:

> Hi Garth!
> Well I think I can help with the quick nav thingy!
> Instead of using the up down arrows try just the right one!
> That should take you through each link until you get to the sign out one!
> And I've got a track pad here so I'll just go and see what I can come up 
> with! [ I need the practice!]
> hth Colin
> 
> On 28 Jul 2011, at 14:19, Garth Humphreys wrote:
> 
>> Hi Colin
>> 
>> Thanks for the response. I can understand your directions. I will try the VO 
>> + U option tomorrow when in store.  
>> 
>> When I tried it last time, I was able to find my name on the web interface. 
>> The Apple rep could see on screen that the sign out link came up on screen 
>> when I selected the link with my name however neither of us could get VO to 
>> then go to the sign out  link.   BTW I tried both VO+space and the quick nav 
>> up / down arrows to select the my name link.
>> 
>> Apart from this issue I found that it was really natural to be able to 
>> navigate the web with the track pad commander but there is also a lot that 
>> will take some getting use to.   
>> 
>> Thanks 
>> Garth
>> 
>> On 28/07/2011, at 10:40 PM, "Red.Falcon"  
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Garth!
>>> OK when on the gmail screen and it should say something like your email and 
>>> under that options!
>>> When sitting on your email link just press vo+space!
>>> This should bring you to where you can check your settings and other things 
>>> like your profile!
>>> You should find the sign out link there as well!
>>> You could also use the web rota open with [vo+u and depending on what it is 
>>> set on like headers for example you can right arrow until it says links!
>>> So sitting on the table of links if then you type s and i the choice's will 
>>> narrow down to just a few options one of which should be sign out!
>>> So down arrow to that link on the list and press vo+space and that will 
>>> select that link and vo+space and then you will be signed out!
>>> There is also if you do not want to try the rota just yet after pressing on 
>>> your email just arrow until you get to that sign out link and once again 
>>> vo+space on it!
>>> hopefully this was not to confusing and it works for you!
>>> Colin
>>> 
>>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 01:18, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>>> 
 
 
 Garth
 
 Begin forwarded message:
 
> From: Garth Humphreys 
> Date: 28 July 2011 10:12:23 AM AEST
> To: "viph...@googlegroups.com" 
> Subject: Using gmail web interface
> 
 
> Hi 
> 
> I still have not taken the plunge and bought a Mac however have been 
> playing with one at our local Apple store.  I logged into my gmail 
> account in store and found that I couldn't work out how to log out.
> 
> The apple rep in store was helping me and advised that there was a menu 
> that dropped down under my name which allows log out but we could not 
> work out how to get to it with VO on. In the end I just got the rep to 
> log out for me. I am sure this is very easy to do but I just couldn't 
> work it out. As I don't even have a Mac yet, I am obviously very 
> inexperienced at using the Mac.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Garth
 
 
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Red.Falcon
Hi Chris!
If your still here!
And you've not put a block on my post's!
So I found out your a Christian OK that's fine by me!
But all I referring to was that there are other people from other countries and 
they might not like the way people say things [and this is not aimed directly 
at you]
But I still stand by watching how people phrase things!
It's no skin off my nose and I'm thicked skinned!
But to give you an idea of my thoughts about you!
As far as Mac [ keeping it list relevant] you would wipe the floor with me I'm 
just a beginner compared to you and many on this list also can put me in my 
place!
So I have no problem with your helpful comments and suggestions but you do not 
need all that other stuff!
As it seems to me your quite good with language [unlike me] and therefore could 
put your views across without all that other stuff!
As for a laid back list I've got no problem with that [i like a laugh to]
So if you think you still can contribute then stay!
Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 19:09, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> OK, that probably explains why I've never heard of the list, being I'm not 
> from the UK.  LOL!  Like I say, it's ok, I get enough good resourceful help 
> here, so no need to bother joining another list for now at least.  :)
> 
> Take care.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Kawal Gucukoglu" 
> 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:53 PM
> Subject: Re: To the Moderators
> 
> 
> Mac Access UK.  I think that Anne Robertson is the moderator but I might be 
> wrong.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On 28 Jul 2011, at 06:47 PM, Ronald McEwan  wrote:
> 
>> So do tell, what is the other list name.
>> 
>> 
>> In the Journey,
>> 
>> Ron
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi.
>>> 
>>> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I 
>>> can tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
>>> anything unless its Mac related.
>>> 
>>> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed approach it has 
>>> as it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other 
>>> list.
>>> 
>>> Kawal.
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>> 
>>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
>>> 
 Hi Ron:
 It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn and 
 one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
 according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
 group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds 
 of alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, 
 almost anything goes approach has been adopted.
 Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a 
 semi-professional  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I 
 guess most don't prefer the same approach I do.:)
 
 
 Take care
 
 CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
 
> Hi,
> 
> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
> free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to 
> do with Mac accessibility but apple in general.
> 
> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
> input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while. However, I 
> am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.
> 
> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.
> 
> 
> 
> In the Journey,
> 
> Ron
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Re: Choosing a Mac Book Air

2011-07-28 Thread Garth Humphreys
Thanks to both of you.

 I think my choice is now pretty clearly between the 11 inch with 4Gb and 128 
Gb SSD and the 13 inch with the same spec. There is a $100 price difference 
between the two at $1349 or $1449. The 13 also has a slightly faster processor 
and supposably better battery life.  I guess I will just keep playing with them 
in store.  The base model is only $1099 Australian but as I suspected, I 
shouldn't have been considering this one. 

Garth

On 29/07/2011, at 12:05 AM, Bryan Jones  wrote:

> Hello Garth,
> 
> I have a late 2010 11 inch macbook air and can give my opinions. I've never 
> tried the 13 inch Air, so I won't give an opinion on it.
> Regarding RAM: I think there are several good reasons to purchase it with 4 
> GB of RAM.
> Reason one: Unlike most computers, RAM on the Air is not upgradable after 
> you've purchased it. It is soldered to the system board and cannot be 
> expanded. Perhaps an enterprising third party will come along with a method 
> of upgrading RAM but as of yet this has not happened to the best of my 
> knowledge.
> Reason two: Lion's minimum RAM requirement is two GB. It's probably a good 
> idea to have more than the minimum even if you only plan to do basic web 
> surfing, email and skype..
> Reason three: If you're considering the only model that comes with 2GB RAM, I 
> assume that also means you're considering the 64 GB SSD that comes with that 
> base model. Apple's retail price is US $100 to bump that base model up to 
> 4GB. However, if you bypass the base model and go with the higher-level 
> model, you will get both the additional 2 GB of RAM plus a 128 GB SSD for not 
> a lot more money, especially if you shop around at vendors such as macmall 
> and amazon where you can find better pricing. While I would normally also 
> recommend looking at Apple's online refurb store, in this case I think the 
> reported performance improvements of the newest Air probably outweigh the 
> small price difference offered by purchasing a last-generation refurbished 
> Air.
> 
> Regarding Zoom: I used Zoom extensively in the past when my vision was 
> better, and I still use it sometimes with my 24 inch external monitor. For 
> getting out of tricky situations, I find Zoom is fine on the 11 inch screen. 
> Try it in the store and see what you think. You can zoom the heck out of most 
> things. If you're like me and cannot see anything on a white background, you 
> might want to also try reversing the video to white-on-black. The Zoom, color 
> and contrast options can all be found and quickly toggled in the Universal 
> Access panel of System Preferences. If you decide to attach an external 
> monitor, you can do this through the new Thunderbolt port which actually 
> doubles as a mini DisplayPort, thus allowing you to use Apple's variety of 
> adapters to connect to VGA, DVI and I think HDMI displays.
> 
> HTH,
> Bryan
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 5:33 AM, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>> I am trying to decide which Mac Book Air to buy.  I would love to hear the 
>> experiences of those of you who use the zoom feature with VO.  I have been 
>> trying the air out at our local Apple store and am trying to decide between 
>> the 11 inch and the 13 inch models.
>> 
>> Firstly, do you all think that it is important to get 4  Gb RAM or would 2 
>> Gb be fine with VO.  Keep in mind that the Air would primarily be used for 
>> email and browsing. At times I will be using the Air for skype and will want 
>> to be able to record the audio.
>> 
>> Next, how well does the Zoom feature work. The reason for asking is that I 
>> am trying to evaluate the value of spending an extra $100 or so for the 
>> extra screen realestate of the 13 inch.  My sight is poor enough that I 
>> would probably only use the screen to help get out of those tricky 
>> situations where seeing the screen makes it easier.  I hope this makes sence 
>> to some of you.
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Re: Lion DVD

2011-07-28 Thread Hayri Tulumcu

OK But what I meant was, if it is just an upgrade DVD, not the full DVD,
so it requires
well that Snow Leopard is on the same drive were you can install Lion?
- Original Message - 
From: "James Malone" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 3:02 PM
Subject: Re: Lion DVD



You need to run Disc Utility from the boot CD, select the HD your
partition for SL is on, then click erase.
HTH

On 7/28/11, Hayri Tulumcu  wrote:
How can you remove snow leopard completely when it is only an upgrade 
DVD?

For it fills the only 3.49GB!

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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread CJ Daniel
Please?

CJ

On Jul 28, 2011, at 8:34 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> Good Jesus H Christ guys!  Give me a break for god sake!  I wasn't 
> speculating!  I asked what they would do, no more no less.
> 
> If all you all think I do is complain, maybe I should leave the list.  I'm 
> trying to help and ask educated questions, but it seems it's not worth me 
> waisting my time.
> 
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Tim Kilburn" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:43 AM
> Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
> 
> 
> Hi,
> 
> In addition to jeff's comments, it's not worth speculating on what Apple may 
> or may not do if your MacBook crashed.  Suggesting that they'll make you pay 
> extra money for a Pro or make you accept a MBA as a replacement is inaccurate 
> speculation.  Giving them a bad wrap for something that hasn't even happened 
> or may not even be close to the truth is unfair.  Wait and see what they do 
> if the situation arises then either comment or praise.
> 
> Later…
> 
> On 2011-07-28, at 8:32 AM, Geoff Shang wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. But 
>> it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's still 
>> being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get your 
>> MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.
>> 
>> Geoff.
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Patrick Neazer
Hello:

I might be stating the obvious ... it sounds like things have gotten a little 
out of hand. No sides being taken just a statement of the situation. 

If anyone agrees with that analysis it would seem the question on the table 
would be just what is going to be done going forward. If anyone disagrees with 
the analysis then hopefully they would agree that the current environment is 
unsustainable. Something has to give. 

That is all I wanted to say. Hopefully cool heads will prevail and comfort in 
the knowledge that this list is a reputable and secure place to acquire and 
share information can either be reestablished or continued ... depending upon 
how you see the situation.

Take good care and I wish you all enough.
On Jul 28, 2011, at 10:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:

> Hi, 
> 
> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all.  
> I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
> accessibility but apple in general.  
> 
> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted input 
> from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I am 
> considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
> 
> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 
> 
> 
> 
> In the Journey, 
> 
> Ron
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread CJ Daniel
Chris,

Are you always so reactionary, with every situation that confronts you?  I'm 
not trying to start anything.  However, in over a month of monitoring this list 
I've seen you screaming the sky is falling or in the face of other list members 
an inordinate amount of the time.  Again, I'm not trying to rattle your cage, 
but maybe if you'd settle down & reflect on how many times in life that most 
things work out, one way or another, you could just take a chill pill & quit 
being so precipitant & @ times down-right offensive.

Just a thought,

CJ


On Jul 28, 2011, at 7:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> No optical drive, and not enough HD space are the two deal breakers for me. 
> Plus the guy at my local Apple store said if the O S crashes I have to send 
> it in for repair, as with no optical drive there is no way to restore the O S 
> yourself.  When I pointed out a U S B  CD drive, he said in theory you'd 
> think that would work, but it won't boot frm a U S B CD drive.  He said even 
> going into open firmware and configuring things wouldn't do it.  Finally, he 
> said no microphone nor eyesite web cam, which for me is enough major 
> dealbreaker.
> 
> I dono if I trust the credibility of any of this, but if that all is true, 
> then, gag me with a spoon!  Not only this, but $700 less than a MBP?  this 
> guy told me that the two models of MBA's ran for $1200 each.
> 
> Again, I am not saying that I necessarily believe all of this, but if it's 
> true, then, ee, gacks!
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Daniel Miller" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 9:59 AM
> Subject: RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
> 
> 
>> Hi Chris,
>> 
>> You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
>> Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they could
>> possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
>> though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
>> as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only thing
>> you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
>> of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
>> be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level model
>> is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture solid
>> state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
>> that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
>> As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
>> dot 0 release is always perfect.
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
>> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
>> Gilland
>> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
>> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
>> Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
>> 
>> OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of
>> Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
>> macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
>> sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
>> Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
>> except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.
>> 
>> What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a
>> Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
>> stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that
>> it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the
>> 13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
>> tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
>> price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under
>> warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
>> have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product.
>> What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now
>> this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
>> Apple and asked them.
>> 
>> Does anyone know?
>> 
>> Chris.
>> 
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Kawal Gucukoglu
Hi Chris,

I'm a female.

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 07:07 PM, "Christopher-Mark Gilland"  
wrote:

> He's probably talking about Mac4theblind.  I'm on it, but I almost never post 
> there.  Not because I can't do so, it's just I felt I really wasn't getting 
> near the help on that list that I have and still am getting on this list.  I 
> don't think that they're many members on the other list, actually. I know 
> Sarah Alowami's there, and maybe like 10 or 20 others that regularly post.  
> Trust me, it's really not worth it in my personal opinion.  Again though, 
> that's only my opinion.  If you'd like, Ronald, I can try to find the 
> subscription info for you.  I make no guarantees.  I know a friend of mine 
> had to help me with finding the sub info, but again, if you would like to 
> subscribe, I'll be more than happy to try to figure out the address to do so.
> 
> Aside that list and the VIPhone list, those are the only lists I know of. 
> Apparently there is also a maccessibility list, but I've never admittedly 
> tried looking upo the info.
> 
> I'll bet you it's probably on
> 
> maccessibility.net
> though.
> 
> You want me to take a look for ya?
> 
> Let me know.  glad to help, if I can.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Ronald McEwan" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:47 PM
> Subject: Re: To the Moderators
> 
> 
> So do tell, what is the other list name.
> 
> 
> In the Journey,
> 
> Ron
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:
> 
>> Hi.
>> 
>> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
>> tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
>> anything unless its Mac related.
>> 
>> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as 
>> it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.
>> 
>> Kawal.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Ron:
>>> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn and 
>>> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
>>> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
>>> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
>>> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
>>> anything goes approach has been adopted.
>>> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional 
>>>  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer 
>>> the same approach I do.:)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Take care
>>> 
>>> CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
>>> 
 Hi,
 
 It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
 free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do 
 with Mac accessibility but apple in general.
 
 I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
 input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I 
 am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.
 
 Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.
 
 
 
 In the Journey,
 
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A question about nuance voices in Lion

2011-07-28 Thread Ben J Bloomgren
Hi all,

I have successfully gotten the Nuance voices to work (like a charm if I may 
say) in Lion. It even gets the complex tone rules of Thai correct, which is 
quite a feat! I had one question about the CJK (Chinese, Japanese and Korean) 
voices. Does anyone have any experience to know whether there's a way for a 
blind person to know what character one's pulling from the list generated by 
the Pinyin input?

Please write me off list about this question, as I don't want to clutter the 
list of with technical stuff that's above the novice user's abilities...

It's a shame that I'm having to do this, as this list has been one of the best 
resources for me as a new Mac user. I never thought I'd ever use a mac, and 
yall have been my best resource. I hate to say this, but I am not going to 
stand for what has happened in the past while. There was an issue the other 
night where people's macbooks were running really hot due to a screw-up in the 
indexing of Spotlight in Lion. Chris did what I don't think I could ever do. He 
dug and dug and dug until he uprooted a fix that was buried way back in the 
Unix shell of the OS. He wrote the list to state the fix. Some people wrote 
saying that it was "ridiculous" to do what he suggested. I'm not going into the 
"he said, she said" stuff here, but I'm leaving the list because one of my best 
friends is continually being slandered on list when all he has done is to help 
with problems with the mac.

I'm sorry that I'm resorting to this, but there's nothing that can be said or 
done. Banning and moderation status won't do a blessed thing with this. Chris 
and I are both volunteering to leave the list. If you think that I'm just 
sticking up for "good ole Chrissy", you're mistaken. These opinions are mine. 
He happens to share them, but I'm writing on my own volition.

It's been a pleasure, and this is sad as heck that I'm having to take such 
drastic measures.

Best wishes for the best of futures in Christ,

Ben J Bloomgren

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List Moderator Message To Come Later Today

2011-07-28 Thread M. Taylor
Hello, All,

There have been some interesting posts to the lists and I will address them
later today.  

I am posting this short note so that you know that the lists mods are
reading the posts.

Make a joyful noise, Today, Ok?  

Mark

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Logging in with the Sendspace wizard

2011-07-28 Thread Geoff Shang

Hi,

Apologies if this has been asked and answered before but I've not managed 
to find anyone else with this problem.  We also checked out Chris' podcast 
and he didn't mention anything special about logging in.


We have the problem that we enter our details into the wizard's connect 
dialog but nothing happens when we press OK.  The only button that's not 
dimmed in the toolbar is Connect, and when we press it we get the connect 
dialog again and the same thing happens.


We are assuming that the edit fields are first username and then password, 
but the password field is not identified by VoiceOver as one and nothing 
seems to indicate that we've typed in it.


We are using the "mouse click in the edit field" technique to (hopefully) 
ensure that we're typing in the right field.


We're not seeing any errors or anything, it's just not working.

We're using Sendspace Wizard 1.2.15.

Any help would be very much appreciated.

Thanks,
Geoff.

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Re: Moving Mailboxes to the favorites Bar in Lion?

2011-07-28 Thread Teresa Cochran
Wow, thanks, Ricardo! I actually ended up moving the folder to a visible spot, 
thence moving it eventually to the favorites bar. I'll try the zoom button next 
time.

Teresa
On Jul 28, 2011, at 8:03 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> I was having the same exact problem you were having with the last mailbox in 
> my mailbox list until just now.  I pressed the zoom button and both the 
> favorites bar and mailbox I wanted to drag were in in view I guess
> 
> Ricardo Walker
> rwalker...@gmail.com
> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
> www.mobileaccess.org
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 9:35 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
> 
> I think the problem I'm having is not knowing when something isn't visible. I 
> will probably have to get my sighted husband to help me. The folder I want to 
> move is at the very bottom of the list, about as far away from the favorites 
> bar as possible. I get a consistent "not in view" message when I try to drag 
> it, and I can't seem to move it anywhere else, either.
> 
> Thanks,
> Teresa
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:40 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> I don't think this makes a difference at all.  As long as both the place 
>> where your marking and dragging are visible on the screen, cursor tracking 
>> doesn't matter.  I just turned cursor tracking off and was able to drag and 
>> drop a folder to the favorites bar.
>> 
>> hth
>> 
>> Ricardo Walker
>> rwalker...@gmail.com
>> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
>> www.mobileaccess.org
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:32 AM, Shen wrote:
>> 
>> I believe, if your mouse cursor is not set to follow the VoiceOver cursor, 
>> that you will need to bring it over before using the drag and drop feature.
>> So use VO-Command-F5 to bring the mouse pointer to the VoiceOver cursor. 
>> Then use VO-Comma to mark the item to drag.
>> Go to the Favorites bar, and again, move the mouse pointer to the Favorites 
>> bar.
>> To drop the item at the location where the VoiceOver cursor is, press 
>> VO-Comma.
>> If your cursor is on a mailbox, and you want the item dropped to the left of 
>> that mailbox, press VO-Less Than.
>> If you want the item dragged to the right of where your VoiceOver cursor is, 
>> press VO-Greater Than.
>> 
>> hth
>> 
>> 
>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:00 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
>> 
>>> Thanks, Eric. Unfortunately, your instructions didn't work either.
>>> 
>>> Teresa
>>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 7:48 AM, Eric Caron wrote:
>>> 
 Hi Teresa,
 
I had a similar experience trying to move mailboxes to the Favorites 
 bar.  I had success when I used the other drop command that is the one 
 that drops the dragged mailbox under the current location you are on.  so 
 I picked up my mailbox with VO  comma, then went to the Favorites bar 
 interacted it and went to the last mailbox in the list. I then pressed VO 
 shift Period which is really VO greater than.  For me for some reason this 
 worked better then VO Period.  Hope this helps.
 
 Eric Caron 
 On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:43 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
 
> Hi, all,
> 
> I was able to move one mailbox to the favorites bar. I have about 15 of 
> them in my mailbox list, and when I try to drag and drop, I either get 
> "area to drop may be hidden", or "item to be dragged no longer in view". 
> I've tried full screen and making sure everything else was hidden when 
> not in full screen mode, but this doesn't seem to make any difference.
> 
> TiA,
> Teresa
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Re: new member with several questions.

2011-07-28 Thread Sarai Bucciarelli
I took it too. Thank God they had a blindemployee who usedVO. We worked 
together for a year.
On Jul 27, 2011, at 9:29 PM, Christopher Peppel wrote:

> Hi Jim,
> 
> I took the one-on-one course at the Apple store and it was definitely worth 
> it.  In the store I went to, the folks were very friendly and helpful.  It 
> was probably the best money I spent.
> 
> Chris
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 6:11 PM, jim rawls wrote:
> 
>> Hi All,
>> My wife and I will be buying a mac pro computer in the next little while. I 
>> am clueless about where to start to learn the mac with voice over. I have 
>> been a jaws user on windows computer since the year 2000, but think it is 
>> time to take the plunge and learn the mac with voice over. So, question. 
>> Would it help us to get the one to one program offered at the Mac store with 
>> our purchase?
>> My wife is sighted, I am not.
>> Second, where can I find the list of commands to use on the Mac?
>> Thirdly, is the new lion commands up to learn?
>> I can't think f any more things now, but no doubt will, so if you can give 
>> this clueless potential user of the mac pro some hints on where to start, it 
>> would be greatly appreciated.
>> thanks for your help.
>> Jim
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland

John,

thanks for the info on these other lists.  I definitely will check them out.

I don't see any reason to unsub from the other list, but we'll discuss this 
off list if needed.  Just because I don['t post much, it is a resourceful 
list.  I just felt I didn't get very many replies aside from one member and 
I have his/her e-mail address and skype info, so it's not like I couldn't 
just call them or write them privately, which is what I've been doing.  I'm 
on Mac4theBlind, but I'm more of a lerker there, none the less.  Hope that's 
OK.  If not though, talk to me off list about it as there isn't a need to 
bore others with that personal part of the list, I'd not think.


Anyways, my e-mail address is:

clgillan...@gmail.com

If that doesn't work, then try me at:

cgilla...@carolina.rr.com

Either address should reach me just fine.

Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "John Panarese" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 2:17 PM
Subject: Re: To the Moderators


   As the owner of mac4theblind, just to clarify this misconception, the 
list is intended to be small and low traffic.  It gets the job done for 
those who are subscribed, and there is no pretenses made of it trying to be 
an alternative to any other list out there.  If it doesn't do the job for 
you, you are more than welcomed to unsubscribe or I can do it for you.


   As other lists out there, there is the Mac VoiceOver list run through

http://www.icanworthisthing.com

There is also,as mentioned, the Mac-access list.
http://www.mac-access.net

  There are probably others out there as well, but those come to mind off 
the top of my head.


  In time, though, as people become more familiar with Lion, this list will 
settle down and return more towards the helpful and smooth-running list we 
are used to being a part of.


Take Care

John Panarese
jpanar...@gmail.com



On Jul 28, 2011, at 2:07 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

He's probably talking about Mac4theblind.  I'm on it, but I almost never 
post there.  Not because I can't do so, it's just I felt I really wasn't 
getting near the help on that list that I have and still am getting on 
this list.  I don't think that they're many members on the other list, 
actually. I know Sarah Alowami's there, and maybe like 10 or 20 others 
that regularly post.  Trust me, it's really not worth it in my personal 
opinion.  Again though, that's only my opinion.  If you'd like, Ronald, I 
can try to find the subscription info for you.  I make no guarantees.  I 
know a friend of mine had to help me with finding the sub info, but again, 
if you would like to subscribe, I'll be more than happy to try to figure 
out the address to do so.


Aside that list and the VIPhone list, those are the only lists I know of. 
Apparently there is also a maccessibility list, but I've never admittedly 
tried looking upo the info.


I'll bet you it's probably on

maccessibility.net
though.

You want me to take a look for ya?

Let me know.  glad to help, if I can.

Chris.

- Original Message - From: "Ronald McEwan" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:47 PM
Subject: Re: To the Moderators


So do tell, what is the other list name.


In the Journey,

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:


Hi.

If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I 
can tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
anything unless its Mac related.


I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has 
as it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other 
list.


Kawal.

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:


Hi Ron:
It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn 
and one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, 
because according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about 
how the group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those 
hundreds of alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very 
positive, almost anything goes approach has been adopted.
Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a 
semi-professional  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I 
guess most don't prefer the same approach I do.:)



Take care

CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:


Hi,

It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to 
do with Mac accessibility but apple in general.


I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while. 
However, I am considering leaving the list because of its current 
direction.


Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.



In the Journey,

Ron

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Sorry Ron, your e-mail appears to be blank aside from your signature. 
Please try again.


Have a great day.

Chris.

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To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 2:14 PM






In the Journey,

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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread John Panarese
As the owner of mac4theblind, just to clarify this misconception, the list 
is intended to be small and low traffic.  It gets the job done for those who 
are subscribed, and there is no pretenses made of it trying to be an 
alternative to any other list out there.  If it doesn't do the job for you, you 
are more than welcomed to unsubscribe or I can do it for you.

As other lists out there, there is the Mac VoiceOver list run through 

http://www.icanworthisthing.com

There is also,as mentioned, the Mac-access list.
http://www.mac-access.net

   There are probably others out there as well, but those come to mind off the 
top of my head.

   In time, though, as people become more familiar with Lion, this list will 
settle down and return more towards the helpful and smooth-running list we are 
used to being a part of.

Take Care

John Panarese
jpanar...@gmail.com



On Jul 28, 2011, at 2:07 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> He's probably talking about Mac4theblind.  I'm on it, but I almost never post 
> there.  Not because I can't do so, it's just I felt I really wasn't getting 
> near the help on that list that I have and still am getting on this list.  I 
> don't think that they're many members on the other list, actually. I know 
> Sarah Alowami's there, and maybe like 10 or 20 others that regularly post.  
> Trust me, it's really not worth it in my personal opinion.  Again though, 
> that's only my opinion.  If you'd like, Ronald, I can try to find the 
> subscription info for you.  I make no guarantees.  I know a friend of mine 
> had to help me with finding the sub info, but again, if you would like to 
> subscribe, I'll be more than happy to try to figure out the address to do so.
> 
> Aside that list and the VIPhone list, those are the only lists I know of. 
> Apparently there is also a maccessibility list, but I've never admittedly 
> tried looking upo the info.
> 
> I'll bet you it's probably on
> 
> maccessibility.net
> though.
> 
> You want me to take a look for ya?
> 
> Let me know.  glad to help, if I can.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Ronald McEwan" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:47 PM
> Subject: Re: To the Moderators
> 
> 
> So do tell, what is the other list name.
> 
> 
> In the Journey,
> 
> Ron
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:
> 
>> Hi.
>> 
>> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
>> tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
>> anything unless its Mac related.
>> 
>> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as 
>> it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.
>> 
>> Kawal.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Ron:
>>> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn and 
>>> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
>>> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
>>> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
>>> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
>>> anything goes approach has been adopted.
>>> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional 
>>>  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer 
>>> the same approach I do.:)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Take care
>>> 
>>> CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
>>> 
 Hi,
 
 It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
 free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do 
 with Mac accessibility but apple in general.
 
 I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
 input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I 
 am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.
 
 Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.
 
 
 
 In the Journey,
 
 Ron
 
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread carolyn Haas
Hi Courtney:
By semiprofessional, I mean a list where there is even and decent exchange of 
questions and resources, and ideas, and not the narcissistic ego-driven 
chest-pounding nonsense and blubbering about what everyone else is doing wrong. 
 I would like to haves a list Where people are treated with respect, and you 
don't have to read about the trouble someone went through to spoon feed you the 
fix for your problem, or how great someone thinks his own podcast is, or how 
badly someone think Apple is doing.  In short, stuff that matters to members 
one and mostly all.

That's my vision.

Carolyn 
On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Courtney Curran wrote:

> Hi,
> I'm just curious, what do you mean by "simi professional"?
> Thanks, Courtney
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
> 
>> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
>> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
>> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
>> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people 
>> get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't 
>> respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world 
>> revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though 
>> it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are 
>> trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us 
>> like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are 
>> running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  
>> Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and the list 
>> will return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> Facebook:
>> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
>> 
>>> Hello list members:
>>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>>> a former moderator of the group.
>>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of 
>>> people had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations 
>>> were just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>>> 
>>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>>> 
>>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>>> 
>>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>>> Carolyn
>>> 
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2011-07-28 Thread Ronald McEwan



In the Journey, 

Ron

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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
OK, that probably explains why I've never heard of the list, being I'm not 
from the UK.  LOL!  Like I say, it's ok, I get enough good resourceful help 
here, so no need to bother joining another list for now at least.  :)


Take care.

Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "Kawal Gucukoglu" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:53 PM
Subject: Re: To the Moderators


Mac Access UK.  I think that Anne Robertson is the moderator but I might be 
wrong.


Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 06:47 PM, Ronald McEwan  wrote:


So do tell, what is the other list name.


In the Journey,

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:


Hi.

If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I 
can tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
anything unless its Mac related.


I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has 
as it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other 
list.


Kawal.

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:


Hi Ron:
It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn 
and one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, 
because according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about 
how the group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those 
hundreds of alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very 
positive, almost anything goes approach has been adopted.
Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a 
semi-professional  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I 
guess most don't prefer the same approach I do.:)



Take care

CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:


Hi,

It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to 
do with Mac accessibility but apple in general.


I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while. 
However, I am considering leaving the list because of its current 
direction.


Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.



In the Journey,

Ron

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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
He's probably talking about Mac4theblind.  I'm on it, but I almost never 
post there.  Not because I can't do so, it's just I felt I really wasn't 
getting near the help on that list that I have and still am getting on this 
list.  I don't think that they're many members on the other list, actually. 
I know Sarah Alowami's there, and maybe like 10 or 20 others that regularly 
post.  Trust me, it's really not worth it in my personal opinion.  Again 
though, that's only my opinion.  If you'd like, Ronald, I can try to find 
the subscription info for you.  I make no guarantees.  I know a friend of 
mine had to help me with finding the sub info, but again, if you would like 
to subscribe, I'll be more than happy to try to figure out the address to do 
so.


Aside that list and the VIPhone list, those are the only lists I know of. 
Apparently there is also a maccessibility list, but I've never admittedly 
tried looking upo the info.


I'll bet you it's probably on

maccessibility.net
though.

You want me to take a look for ya?

Let me know.  glad to help, if I can.

Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "Ronald McEwan" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 1:47 PM
Subject: Re: To the Moderators


So do tell, what is the other list name.


In the Journey,

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:


Hi.

If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I 
can tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
anything unless its Mac related.


I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has 
as it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other 
list.


Kawal.

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:


Hi Ron:
It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn 
and one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, 
because according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about 
how the group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those 
hundreds of alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very 
positive, almost anything goes approach has been adopted.
Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a 
semi-professional  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I 
guess most don't prefer the same approach I do.:)



Take care

CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:


Hi,

It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to 
do with Mac accessibility but apple in general.


I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, 
I am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.


Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way.



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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Kawal Gucukoglu
Mac Access UK.  I think that Anne Robertson is the moderator but I might be 
wrong.

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 06:47 PM, Ronald McEwan  wrote:

> So do tell, what is the other list name. 
> 
> 
> In the Journey, 
> 
> Ron
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:
> 
>> Hi.
>> 
>> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
>> tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
>> anything unless its Mac related.
>> 
>> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as 
>> it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.
>> 
>> Kawal. 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Ron:
>>> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn  and 
>>> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
>>> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
>>> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
>>> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
>>> anything goes approach has been adopted.  
>>> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional 
>>>  ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer 
>>> the same approach I do.:)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Take care
>>> 
>>> CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
>>> 
 Hi, 
 
 It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a 
 free-for-all.  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do 
 with Mac accessibility but apple in general.  
 
 I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
 input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I 
 am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
 
 Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 
 
 
 
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Ronald McEwan
So do tell, what is the other list name. 


In the Journey, 

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:46 AM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote:

> Hi.
> 
> If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
> tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about 
> anything unless its Mac related.
> 
> I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as 
> it was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.
> 
> Kawal. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:
> 
>> Hi Ron:
>> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn  and 
>> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
>> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
>> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
>> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
>> anything goes approach has been adopted.  
>> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional  
>> ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer 
>> the same approach I do.:)
>> 
>> 
>> Take care
>> 
>> CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi, 
>>> 
>>> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all. 
>>>  I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
>>> accessibility but apple in general.  
>>> 
>>> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted 
>>> input from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I 
>>> am considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
>>> 
>>> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> In the Journey, 
>>> 
>>> Ron
>>> 
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Kawal Gucukoglu
Hi.

If you like strictness, you should subscribe to the other Mac list and I can 
tell you that there are so many guide lines, you can't not talk about anything 
unless its Mac related.

I quit that list and am glad for this list and the relaxed aproach it has as it 
was stuffy before so I came off it.  Its much better than the other list.

Kawal. 

Sent from my iPhone

On 28 Jul 2011, at 04:52 PM, carolyn Haas  wrote:

> Hi Ron:
> It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn  and 
> one moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because 
> according to Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the 
> group was being moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of 
> alleged complaints and the people who made them, a very positive, almost 
> anything goes approach has been adopted.  
> Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional  
> ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer 
> the same approach I do.:)
> 
> 
> Take care
> 
> CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
> 
>> Hi, 
>> 
>> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all.  
>> I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
>> accessibility but apple in general.  
>> 
>> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted input 
>> from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I am 
>> considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
>> 
>> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> In the Journey, 
>> 
>> Ron
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Ronald McEwan
Chris, 

Here is how to set up filters but I serously doubt you will block her because 
that would mean you wouldn't have the chance to blast her again. 

Go into preferences and set up a rule to send any mail from a given user to 
trash. 



In the Journey, 

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 10:31 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> Carolyn, the only reasobn your mail got through was because I do not know yet 
> how to set filters up on the mac side of things, however, I need to clear up 
> something.  I highly disagree with a lot of the things you've done when you 
> were a mod, no doubt, but let's get something straight here, I don't know 
> about others, but, me personally, I do, not, hate you!  I hate the way you 
> handle the list, yes, but I do not, never have and never will! hate you as a 
> person.  And if it came across as such hince your term, quote: hate mail, 
> then I profusely apologize.  I never meant to come across that way, but I 
> think all of us would agree we don't hate you, so please don't be so hard on 
> yourself.  YOu tried.  That's the important thing.  The fact you realized the 
> moderation wasn't working, and vollenteered on your own part to step down 
> took a lot of courage to do, and for that you should be commedned.  You saw 
> it wasn't working, so in my view you did the right thing.
> 
> Though I am not interested in your new list, I had to say this, as you 
> deserve to know you're at least not hated.  Hate is such a strong word.  I 
> think truely the only persons I hate are my x-wife and maybe one person in my 
> family.  LOL!  As if anyone cared to know that.  :)
> 
> Take care, and God bless.
> 
> Chris.
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:16 PM, carolyn Haas wrote:
> 
>> Hello list members:
>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>> a former moderator of the group.
>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
>> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
>> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>> 
>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>> 
>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>> 
>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>> Carolyn
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread carolyn Haas
Hey Ray:
Don't give me the shove-off quite yet, unless of course, it happens anyhow.:)

Clearly, the style of no management is preferable for some people.  But, I too 
long for a list related to things Apple, access, and not ego driven.

Take care

Carolyn
On Jul 28, 2011, at 10:27 AM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:

> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people 
> get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't 
> respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world 
> revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though 
> it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are 
> trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us 
> like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are 
> running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  
> Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and the list will 
> return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
> 
> 
> Sincerely,
> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
> 
> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
> 
> Skype name:
> barefootedray
> 
> Facebook:
> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
> 
> 
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
> 
>> Hello list members:
>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>> a former moderator of the group.
>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
>> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
>> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>> 
>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>> 
>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>> 
>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>> Carolyn
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Re: Voice over lag and other lion issues

2011-07-28 Thread Massimo
In data Giovedì 28 Luglio 2011 17.11.33, Krister Ekstrom 
 ha scritto:

Ok, i may be naive to the point of stupidness here, but i hope and pray to God 
that we will be free from scripting on the VO platform.


As you wish. What I need to have done is automatic reading of incoming 
messages in skype active chat window. Right now, if I want to read 
incoming chat messages, I need to move VO cursor, then I have to 
interact with the HTML content, then I have to move to the last message. 
In alternative, I have to unlink VO cursor from the  system focus and 
still I am not able to have incoming messages read automatically. I need 
to enter commands. I need to know if a paragraph contains footnotes and 
endnotes reference; and, if it does and if I want, I should be able to 
read the note's content without leaving the document text area. When in 
a spreadsheet, I need to define monitor cells on a document base; when 
navigating the cells, I need to know if a cell content is a constant or 
the result of a formula again without leaving the spreadsheet itself. 
JAWS, Orca, NVDA, Windows eyes to are scriptable. And it is a very 
powerfull feature. If you want to use that feature, well, it is there; 
if you do not want, just don't. If something is there, you can choose if 
you want to use it or not; if a feature is not available... Yes, I know, 
you can control VO using Apple Script. But there are some limitations 
and they are major limitations too.


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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Courtney Curran
Hi,
I'm just curious, what do you mean by "simi professional"?
Thanks, Courtney
On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:

> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people 
> get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't 
> respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world 
> revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though 
> it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are 
> trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us 
> like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are 
> running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  
> Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and the list will 
> return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
> 
> 
> Sincerely,
> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
> 
> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
> 
> Skype name:
> barefootedray
> 
> Facebook:
> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
> 
> 
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
> 
>> Hello list members:
>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>> a former moderator of the group.
>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
>> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
>> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>> 
>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>> 
>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>> 
>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>> Carolyn
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
Rose,

I couldn't have said things better had I wanted to!  Thanks for the comments.  
Greatly appreciate them.

Chris.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:47 PM, Rose Morales wrote:

> Hi all,
> I've been on this list for a long time, and though I've been very quiet, I've 
> not neglected it. I've been watching this list pretty much every day. I've 
> not said much because I have no questions to ask and nothing really to say. 
> My belief is that if you have nothing upbuilding to say on a list, just don't 
> say it. And I try to stick by that. But now I think it's time to chime in 
> here, because I've seen a lot of negative posts lately. I'm hoping I can 
> bring some balance.
> 
> Guys, I don't think Carolin intended to start a do you like or hate this list 
> discussion. Even in the days of Jeff and Cara being the primary mods, they 
> would suggest that feedback go to them. So I am not writing to contribute my 
> own thoughts along this line. Yeah, there are negative things I could say 
> too, but think about this. Are your negative comments really helping anyone? 
> Sure you might find others who agree with you, but it's only causing 
> division. If you guys have a problem with this list, do your part to be an 
> example. Be what you want other list members to be like. When people join a 
> list, they observe how others post and decide how they will proceed based on 
> said posts. The more high quality posts there are here, the more likely it 
> will be that other people will find themselves posting using the same conduct 
> and standards. THe more high quality posts they see, the more they'll want to 
> post and contribute.
> 
> I hope I've given you all some food for thought.
> Rose
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:34 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:
> 
>> I agree with Ray.  The list will eventually return.
>> 
>> Also, Ray, I never suspected you were picking on me directly.  You said 
>> nothing in your mail to indicate such.  Don't worry about it, my friend, you 
>> took a stance in saying what you felt, and that's ok.  It's your right.  
>> Even if you were picking on me, I would not have liked you doing so on list, 
>> but reality is, it's your right.
>> 
>> Chris.
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
>> 
>>> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
>>> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
>>> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
>>> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain 
>>> people get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) 
>>> doesn't respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the 
>>> world revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; 
>>> though it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us 
>>> are trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of 
>>> us like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions 
>>> are running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining 
>>> though.  Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and 
>>> the list will return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Sincerely,
>>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>>> 
>>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>>> 
>>> Skype name:
>>> barefootedray
>>> 
>>> Facebook:
>>> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
>>> 
 Hello list members:
 I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm 
 Carolyn, a former moderator of the group.
 When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of 
 people had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my 
 expectations were just too stringent, and pushing people away.
 I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
 starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would 
 like to know if there's any others interested in such.
 
 If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
 
 My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, 
 as I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
 
 Take care, and thank you for reading.
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Rose Morales
Hi all,
I've been on this list for a long time, and though I've been very quiet, I've 
not neglected it. I've been watching this list pretty much every day. I've not 
said much because I have no questions to ask and nothing really to say. My 
belief is that if you have nothing upbuilding to say on a list, just don't say 
it. And I try to stick by that. But now I think it's time to chime in here, 
because I've seen a lot of negative posts lately. I'm hoping I can bring some 
balance.

Guys, I don't think Carolin intended to start a do you like or hate this list 
discussion. Even in the days of Jeff and Cara being the primary mods, they 
would suggest that feedback go to them. So I am not writing to contribute my 
own thoughts along this line. Yeah, there are negative things I could say too, 
but think about this. Are your negative comments really helping anyone? Sure 
you might find others who agree with you, but it's only causing division. If 
you guys have a problem with this list, do your part to be an example. Be what 
you want other list members to be like. When people join a list, they observe 
how others post and decide how they will proceed based on said posts. The more 
high quality posts there are here, the more likely it will be that other people 
will find themselves posting using the same conduct and standards. THe more 
high quality posts they see, the more they'll want to post and contribute.

I hope I've given you all some food for thought.
Rose

On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:34 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> I agree with Ray.  The list will eventually return.
> 
> Also, Ray, I never suspected you were picking on me directly.  You said 
> nothing in your mail to indicate such.  Don't worry about it, my friend, you 
> took a stance in saying what you felt, and that's ok.  It's your right.  Even 
> if you were picking on me, I would not have liked you doing so on list, but 
> reality is, it's your right.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
> 
>> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
>> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
>> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
>> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people 
>> get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't 
>> respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world 
>> revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though 
>> it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are 
>> trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us 
>> like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are 
>> running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  
>> Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and the list 
>> will return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> Facebook:
>> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
>> 
>>> Hello list members:
>>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>>> a former moderator of the group.
>>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of 
>>> people had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations 
>>> were just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>>> 
>>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>>> 
>>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>>> 
>>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>>> Carolyn
>>> 
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
I agree with Ray.  The list will eventually return.

Also, Ray, I never suspected you were picking on me directly.  You said nothing 
in your mail to indicate such.  Don't worry about it, my friend, you took a 
stance in saying what you felt, and that's ok.  It's your right.  Even if you 
were picking on me, I would not have liked you doing so on list, but reality 
is, it's your right.

Chris.

On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Ray Foret Jr wrote:

> So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see 
> the former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak 
> frankly, it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I 
> first came on board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people 
> get very agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't 
> respond immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world 
> revolts around them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though 
> it may perhaps seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are 
> trying to get used to this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us 
> like it and others have issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are 
> running rather too high to suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  
> Why?  Simple.  I know that, eventually, this too shall pass and the list will 
> return to normal.  At least, that sure better happen.
> 
> 
> Sincerely,
> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
> 
> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
> 
> Skype name:
> barefootedray
> 
> Facebook:
> facebook.com/ray.foretjr.1
> 
> 
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:
> 
>> Hello list members:
>> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, 
>> a former moderator of the group.
>> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
>> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
>> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
>> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
>> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
>> to know if there's any others interested in such.
>> 
>> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
>> 
>> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
>> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
>> 
>> Take care, and thank you for reading.
>> Carolyn
>> 
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
Carolyn, the only reasobn your mail got through was because I do not know yet 
how to set filters up on the mac side of things, however, I need to clear up 
something.  I highly disagree with a lot of the things you've done when you 
were a mod, no doubt, but let's get something straight here, I don't know about 
others, but, me personally, I do, not, hate you!  I hate the way you handle the 
list, yes, but I do not, never have and never will! hate you as a person.  And 
if it came across as such hince your term, quote: hate mail, then I profusely 
apologize.  I never meant to come across that way, but I think all of us would 
agree we don't hate you, so please don't be so hard on yourself.  YOu tried.  
That's the important thing.  The fact you realized the moderation wasn't 
working, and vollenteered on your own part to step down took a lot of courage 
to do, and for that you should be commedned.  You saw it wasn't working, so in 
my view you did the right thing.

Though I am not interested in your new list, I had to say this, as you deserve 
to know you're at least not hated.  Hate is such a strong word.  I think truely 
the only persons I hate are my x-wife and maybe one person in my family.  LOL!  
As if anyone cared to know that.  :)

Take care, and God bless.

Chris.
On Jul 28, 2011, at 12:16 PM, carolyn Haas wrote:

> Hello list members:
> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, a 
> former moderator of the group.
> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
> to know if there's any others interested in such.
> 
> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
> 
> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
> 
> Take care, and thank you for reading.
> Carolyn
> 
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Matt Dierckens
That would be a good idea. I've only been on this list since april, it started 
out very great, and now it seems like some foks are just getting angry at one 
thing after another.
sent from my macbook pro

On 2011-07-28, at 12:16 PM, carolyn Haas wrote:

> Hello list members:
> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, a 
> former moderator of the group.
> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
> to know if there's any others interested in such.
> 
> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
> 
> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
> 
> Take care, and thank you for reading.
> Carolyn
> 
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Re: semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread Ray Foret Jr
So sorry to see you leave us.  Indeed, let me go further.  I'm sorry to see the 
former quality of this list degenerated in to something that, to speak frankly, 
it has no business being.  It certainly was not this way when I first came on 
board.  To speak candidly, it would appear that certain people get very 
agitated when Apple, (or for that matter anybody else) doesn't respond 
immediately to them and solve all their problems like the world revolts around 
them.  No Chris, I'm not picking on you particularly; though it may perhaps 
seem otherwise.  Look, let's face facts.  We al of us are trying to get used to 
this new beast we find under our hoods.  Some of us like it and others have 
issues.  Frankly, it seems to me that emotions are running rather too high to 
suit the circumstances.  I'm remaining though.  Why?  Simple.  I know that, 
eventually, this too shall pass and the list will return to normal.  At least, 
that sure better happen.


Sincerely,
The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!

Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!

Skype name:
barefootedray

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On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:16 AM, carolyn Haas wrote:

> Hello list members:
> I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, a 
> former moderator of the group.
> When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
> had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were 
> just too stringent, and pushing people away.
> I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
> starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like 
> to know if there's any others interested in such.
> 
> If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.
> 
> My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
> I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)
> 
> Take care, and thank you for reading.
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Re: a question about signitures

2011-07-28 Thread Matt Dierckens
Hi matt, it looks like it worked. Thanks much.

sent from my macbook pro

On 2011-07-28, at 12:12 PM, Matthew Campbell wrote:

> Hey Matt.
> What you have to do is select the account in the left table and then scroll 
> over and hit the add button.
> Next, you will be in a text box where you can type the name of the signature 
> so call it what ever you want.
> Finally, go over to the text field and type what you want the signature to 
> say.
> Let me know if this doesn't work because I just tried it my self.
> Matthew Campbell.
> 
> On 2011-07-28, at 12:03 PM, Matt Dierckens wrote:
> 
>> I have a question about signatures. How would i go about creating one and 
>> making it my default signature? The dialog is a bit strange.
>> Thanks
>> Matt
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semi-pro list

2011-07-28 Thread carolyn Haas
Hello list members:
I'm writing in response to some of the latest goings on here.  I'm Carolyn, a 
former moderator of the group.
When I was asked to back off, and then told summarily that hundred of people 
had complained about my mod style, I decided perhaps my expectations were just 
too stringent, and pushing people away.
I can not continue to be on this list as it currently is.  I'm considering 
starting a resource list for semi-professional interchange , and would like to 
know if there's any others interested in such.

If I'm alone in this endeavor, at least I'll know for sure that I tried.

My email is chaas0...@gmail.com.  Please only interested people respond, as 
I've had enough hate mail for one lifetime.:)

Take care, and thank you for reading.
Carolyn

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Re: a question about signitures

2011-07-28 Thread Matthew Campbell
Hey Matt.
What you have to do is select the account in the left table and then scroll 
over and hit the add button.
Next, you will be in a text box where you can type the name of the signature so 
call it what ever you want.
Finally, go over to the text field and type what you want the signature to say.
Let me know if this doesn't work because I just tried it my self.
Matthew Campbell.

On 2011-07-28, at 12:03 PM, Matt Dierckens wrote:

> I have a question about signatures. How would i go about creating one and 
> making it my default signature? The dialog is a bit strange.
> Thanks
> Matt
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Resolved strange problem with folders

2011-07-28 Thread Allison Manzino
Hi Carolyn,

Thank you for that, I am able to expand the folders by hitting right arrow. i 
didn't know that was possible. I'm so used to using command O. Thank you, 
Carolyn.

Allison

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Re: a question about an app for the IPhone

2011-07-28 Thread Matt Dierckens
its for recording video and audio for on location broadcasting i think.
On 2011-07-28, at 12:07 PM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> What does Ver Recorder do?  Seeing I do a lot of stuff with Radio in general, 
> maybe it would be worth me looking into.
> 
> Chris.
> 
> - Original Message - From: "Matt Dierckens" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 12:02 PM
> Subject: a question about an app for the IPhone
> 
> 
> Hi all.
> The college that I am going to in september for radio broadcasting is asking 
> us to purchase an app called ver recorder. Does anyone know if this is 
> accessible? I emailed the support team and they had no idea what voice over 
> was, so I tried to explain it to them. I just don't want to be wasting my 
> money on an app that i can either get alternatives for or find a better 
> solution.
> Thanks in advance.
> Matt
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Re: a question about an app for the IPhone

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
What does Ver Recorder do?  Seeing I do a lot of stuff with Radio in 
general, maybe it would be worth me looking into.


Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "Matt Dierckens" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 12:02 PM
Subject: a question about an app for the IPhone


Hi all.
The college that I am going to in september for radio broadcasting is asking 
us to purchase an app called ver recorder. Does anyone know if this is 
accessible? I emailed the support team and they had no idea what voice over 
was, so I tried to explain it to them. I just don't want to be wasting my 
money on an app that i can either get alternatives for or find a better 
solution.

Thanks in advance.
Matt

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a question about signitures

2011-07-28 Thread Matt Dierckens
I have a question about signatures. How would i go about creating one and 
making it my default signature? The dialog is a bit strange.
Thanks
Matt

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a question about an app for the IPhone

2011-07-28 Thread Matt Dierckens
Hi all.
The college that I am going to in september for radio broadcasting is asking us 
to purchase an app called ver recorder. Does anyone know if this is accessible? 
I emailed the support team and they had no idea what voice over was, so I tried 
to explain it to them. I just don't want to be wasting my money on an app that 
i can either get alternatives for or find a better solution.
Thanks in advance.
Matt

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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Red.Falcon
Hi Chris!
I'm not a mod either!
And I'm not religious but there might be users on the list that are and 
probably to polite to say something!
And if I get into trouble for this [so be it! ]
You might be angry or some other bad words but mind this is a international  
list and some of those people take there beliefs seriously so put your views 
across by all means but choose your words more carefully!
So now you can block me if you like!
Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 16:41, Daniel Miller wrote:

> Chris,
> 
> I'm not a moderator, but I feel I should ask you nicely to calm down. All
> we're trying to do is give you informed suggestions as to what you could do
> in the event that Apple for some reason won't service your computer.
> I highly doubt they won't service it, seeing as it's still being sold to
> schools and such, but you may want to look into calling them or checking the
> website for that info.
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
> Gilland
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:34 AM
> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
> 
> Good Jesus H Christ guys!  Give me a break for god sake!  I wasn't
> speculating!  I asked what they would do, no more no less.
> 
> If all you all think I do is complain, maybe I should leave the list.  I'm
> trying to help and ask educated questions, but it seems it's not worth me
> waisting my time.
> 
> 
> - Original Message -
> From: "Tim Kilburn" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:43 AM
> Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
> 
> 
> Hi,
> 
> In addition to jeff's comments, it's not worth speculating on what Apple may
> 
> or may not do if your MacBook crashed.  Suggesting that they'll make you pay
> 
> extra money for a Pro or make you accept a MBA as a replacement is 
> inaccurate speculation.  Giving them a bad wrap for something that hasn't 
> even happened or may not even be close to the truth is unfair.  Wait and see
> 
> what they do if the situation arises then either comment or praise.
> 
> Later.
> 
> On 2011-07-28, at 8:32 AM, Geoff Shang wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. 
>> But it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's 
>> still being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get 
>> your MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.
>> 
>> Geoff.
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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread carolyn Haas
Hi Ron:
It is very much like a free for all.  There is one owner, Cara, Quinn  and one 
moderator, Mark Taylor.  There are no guidelines in place, because according to 
Mark Taylor there were hundreds of complaints about how the group was being 
moderated.  Therefore, in the interest of those hundreds of alleged complaints 
and the people who made them, a very positive, almost anything goes approach 
has been adopted.  
Personally, I would prefer a more guided approach, with a semi-professional  
ambiance/.  But, I'm just a list member now, and I guess most don't prefer the 
same approach I do.:)


Take care

CarolynOn Jul 28, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:

> Hi, 
> 
> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all.  
> I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
> accessibility but apple in general.  
> 
> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted input 
> from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I am 
> considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
> 
> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 
> 
> 
> 
> In the Journey, 
> 
> Ron
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RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Daniel Miller
Chris,

I'm not a moderator, but I feel I should ask you nicely to calm down. All
we're trying to do is give you informed suggestions as to what you could do
in the event that Apple for some reason won't service your computer.
I highly doubt they won't service it, seeing as it's still being sold to
schools and such, but you may want to look into calling them or checking the
website for that info.

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
Gilland
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:34 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

Good Jesus H Christ guys!  Give me a break for god sake!  I wasn't
speculating!  I asked what they would do, no more no less.

If all you all think I do is complain, maybe I should leave the list.  I'm
trying to help and ask educated questions, but it seems it's not worth me
waisting my time.


- Original Message -
From: "Tim Kilburn" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:43 AM
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.


Hi,

In addition to jeff's comments, it's not worth speculating on what Apple may

or may not do if your MacBook crashed.  Suggesting that they'll make you pay

extra money for a Pro or make you accept a MBA as a replacement is 
inaccurate speculation.  Giving them a bad wrap for something that hasn't 
even happened or may not even be close to the truth is unfair.  Wait and see

what they do if the situation arises then either comment or praise.

Later.

On 2011-07-28, at 8:32 AM, Geoff Shang wrote:

> Hi,
>
> It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. 
> But it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's 
> still being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get 
> your MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.
>
> Geoff.
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Re: Using gmail web interface

2011-07-28 Thread Red.Falcon
Hi Garth!
Yes it's that annoying brit again! :]
Well I hope this is not to much info!
So I noticed you said about quick nav select [up\down] and that reminded me 
that you can select how quick nav navigates with up\right arrows together this 
will go through the same options that are listed under vo+u!
So if qn is on headers up\right arrows will change it to links!
>From then on if you down arrow you will go through each link and get to the 
>sign out link that way!
Of course up\left will take you through the options the other way!
Now for the track pad I found doing a 1 finger flick to the right also took me 
through each link and got me to the sign out link OK!
If this does not work on the Mac you are trying out it might be that the mouse 
cursor is not following the vo cursor in settings!
I'm new to the track pad myself so as yet do not know the right command to 
select an item using the track pad!
Hope this was not to boring and you are still awake!
Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 14:19, Garth Humphreys wrote:

> Hi Colin
> 
> Thanks for the response. I can understand your directions. I will try the VO 
> + U option tomorrow when in store.  
> 
> When I tried it last time, I was able to find my name on the web interface. 
> The Apple rep could see on screen that the sign out link came up on screen 
> when I selected the link with my name however neither of us could get VO to 
> then go to the sign out  link.   BTW I tried both VO+space and the quick nav 
> up / down arrows to select the my name link.
> 
> Apart from this issue I found that it was really natural to be able to 
> navigate the web with the track pad commander but there is also a lot that 
> will take some getting use to.   
> 
> Thanks 
> Garth
> 
> On 28/07/2011, at 10:40 PM, "Red.Falcon"  
> wrote:
> 
>> Hi Garth!
>> OK when on the gmail screen and it should say something like your email and 
>> under that options!
>> When sitting on your email link just press vo+space!
>> This should bring you to where you can check your settings and other things 
>> like your profile!
>> You should find the sign out link there as well!
>> You could also use the web rota open with [vo+u and depending on what it is 
>> set on like headers for example you can right arrow until it says links!
>> So sitting on the table of links if then you type s and i the choice's will 
>> narrow down to just a few options one of which should be sign out!
>> So down arrow to that link on the list and press vo+space and that will 
>> select that link and vo+space and then you will be signed out!
>> There is also if you do not want to try the rota just yet after pressing on 
>> your email just arrow until you get to that sign out link and once again 
>> vo+space on it!
>> hopefully this was not to confusing and it works for you!
>> Colin
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 01:18, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Garth
>>> 
>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>> 
 From: Garth Humphreys 
 Date: 28 July 2011 10:12:23 AM AEST
 To: "viph...@googlegroups.com" 
 Subject: Using gmail web interface
 
 Hi 
 
 I still have not taken the plunge and bought a Mac however have been 
 playing with one at our local Apple store.  I logged into my gmail account 
 in store and found that I couldn't work out how to log out.
 
 The apple rep in store was helping me and advised that there was a menu 
 that dropped down under my name which allows log out but we could not work 
 out how to get to it with VO on. In the end I just got the rep to log out 
 for me. I am sure this is very easy to do but I just couldn't work it out. 
 As I don't even have a Mac yet, I am obviously very inexperienced at using 
 the Mac.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Garth
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
Good Jesus H Christ guys!  Give me a break for god sake!  I wasn't 
speculating!  I asked what they would do, no more no less.


If all you all think I do is complain, maybe I should leave the list.  I'm 
trying to help and ask educated questions, but it seems it's not worth me 
waisting my time.



- Original Message - 
From: "Tim Kilburn" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:43 AM
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.


Hi,

In addition to jeff's comments, it's not worth speculating on what Apple may 
or may not do if your MacBook crashed.  Suggesting that they'll make you pay 
extra money for a Pro or make you accept a MBA as a replacement is 
inaccurate speculation.  Giving them a bad wrap for something that hasn't 
even happened or may not even be close to the truth is unfair.  Wait and see 
what they do if the situation arises then either comment or praise.


Later…

On 2011-07-28, at 8:32 AM, Geoff Shang wrote:


Hi,

It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. 
But it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's 
still being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get 
your MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.


Geoff.

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Re: To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Bryan Jones
I too am just about ready to unsubscribe. Lately the quantity of low-quality 
posts has increased dramatically which has the unfortunate side-effect of 
making it difficult to find the quality posts. I've actually added a mail rule 
to automatically send one particular high-volume poster's messages directly to 
the trash. Again, perhaps I'm just a grumpy old guy who is living in the past 
where there was a standard email list etiquette that was known, followed, and 
enforced by Mods and Members alike. Perhaps the new way of doing things is more 
akin to Facebook where some people need to tell the world every time they've 
passed wind, and other people need to thank them publicly for sharing. If that 
is going to be the new reality going forward on this list, I'd appreciate if 
the Mods would make that publicly known.

Cheers,
Bryan

On Jul 28, 2011, at 11:03 AM, Ronald McEwan wrote:
> It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all.  
> I am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
> accessibility but apple in general.  
> 
> I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted input 
> from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I am 
> considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  
> 
> Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 

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Re: strange behavior with Lion

2011-07-28 Thread carolyn Haas
Hi Shen:
I did have this experience---However, mine was only during the process of 
installing Lion.  During that time, a very dreadful, poor-sounding voice with 
almost indiscernible speech would respond to my keystrokes.  I couldn't budge 
volume at that point either.  I was afraid Alex had been severely disfigured, 
and started wondering how I'd get Snow leopard back.  Fortunately, once the 
install was complete, and the computer restarted twice, Alex was back in good 
form, and the volume keys worked as usual.

At the time, I just assumed it had to do with install, and allowing for speech 
with minimal disruption to the system during installation.  
Beyond that, I'm clueless why volume should be acting out.

Carolyn
On Jul 28, 2011, at 1:26 AM, Shen wrote:

> So I came home today and thought I do some things on my MacBook Pro,
> such as checking email and browse the internet.
> The Mac booted up, I logged in, everything works fine except my volume
> controls, F11 and F12 don't work. I checked everything and confirmed
> that everything on my keyboard works. Even Fn plus F11 and F12 work
> just fine. I thought perhaps it's my BlueTooth keyboard acting up.
> Keep in mind this never happened with Snow Leopard.
> I reached over to the built-in keyboard in my MacBook Pro. No dice!
> F11 and F12 just refuse to work.
> OK, I thought perhaps the machine needs a restart. Even though it has
> just been booted up after being off the entire day. I'll give it the
> benefit of the doubt.
> I restarted my machine, got to the log in window, provided my
> credentials, and logged in. After reaching the Desktop, I tried the
> volume keys again. Still, they didn't work. This was the most puzzling
> thing to me. Of all the things not to work, it's the volume controls.
> I was able to use VO-M to open the status menu and check the system
> volume. According to the status menu, the System volume is set to
> 100-percent. I know it's not because it would distort my speakers. I
> tried using the arrow keys to adjust the volume in the status menu. It
> wouldn't budge. It stayed at 100-percent. Is that weird or not?
> OK, this time, I decided to give it the cold restart, turning it
> completely off, then on.
> After restarting a second time, my volume controls came back.
> Before any of you question me whether I have a functioning keyboard or
> not, let me end this message by tell ing you that this has never
> happened before when I was running Snow Leopard. And come to think of
> it, a similar incident happened last week, a couple of days after
> installing Lion. But since I was in the process of rebooting,I didn't
> bother to stop and investigate. That time, everything did not work
> except for the volume buttons. After restarting, everything came back
> to normal so I didn't think much of it.
> 
> So has anyone experienced this before?
> Does anyone have any guesses whether this is just a glitch in Lion,
> having upgraded from Snow Leopard? Will a clean install of Lion get
> rid of these little annoyances?
> 
> 
> 
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Hi,

Instead of listening to what someone told you, you might have been better 
served just to look on the Apple website.  The Macbook air starts at the same 
$1000 the white macbook did.  And its faster, does have a built in mic and web 
cam, and you can get up to a 250 GB ssd installed.

Ricardo Walker
rwalker...@gmail.com
Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
www.mobileaccess.org

On Jul 28, 2011, at 10:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

No optical drive, and not enough HD space are the two deal breakers for me. 
Plus the guy at my local Apple store said if the O S crashes I have to send it 
in for repair, as with no optical drive there is no way to restore the O S 
yourself.  When I pointed out a U S B  CD drive, he said in theory you'd think 
that would work, but it won't boot frm a U S B CD drive.  He said even going 
into open firmware and configuring things wouldn't do it.  Finally, he said no 
microphone nor eyesite web cam, which for me is enough major dealbreaker.

I dono if I trust the credibility of any of this, but if that all is true, 
then, gag me with a spoon!  Not only this, but $700 less than a MBP?  this guy 
told me that the two models of MBA's ran for $1200 each.

Again, I am not saying that I necessarily believe all of this, but if it's 
true, then, ee, gacks!

Chris.

- Original Message - From: "Daniel Miller" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 9:59 AM
Subject: RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.


> Hi Chris,
> 
> You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
> Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they could
> possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
> though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
> as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only thing
> you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
> of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
> be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level model
> is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture solid
> state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
> that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
> As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
> dot 0 release is always perfect.
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
> Gilland
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
> 
> OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of
> Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
> macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
> sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
> Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
> except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.
> 
> What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a
> Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
> stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that
> it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the
> 13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
> tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
> price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under
> warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
> have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product.
> What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now
> this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
> Apple and asked them.
> 
> Does anyone know?
> 
> Chris.
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Joel Zimba

Can't PC owner.  It's been beaten in to us for decades now.

Relax, that thing about putting the customer first... it's true.   It'll 
all be just fine.



On 7/28/2011 11:05 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

Hi,

how do you know they don't have some white macbooks in reserve just for the 
reason you stated?

Ricardo Walker
rwalker...@gmail.com
Twitter&  Skype: rwalker296
www.mobileaccess.org

On Jul 28, 2011, at 9:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of 
Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain 
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two sizes 
of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum Macbook Pro.  
Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers, except the price 
will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.

What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a 
Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever stops 
working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that it did.  
I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the 13 inch 
model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't tell me I'd 
be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal price, or pay more 
to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under warranty, and 
furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already have.  It's not 
our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. What is Apple's deal 
lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now this?  I hope my 
friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called Apple and asked them.

Does anyone know?

Chris.



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Re: Voice over lag and other lion issues

2011-07-28 Thread Krister Ekstrom
Ok, i may be naive to the point of stupidness here, but i hope and pray to God 
that we will be free from scripting on the VO platform. One of the reasons why 
i switched from PC to Mac was the fact that not only did we have to pay a 
horrible amount of money for screen readers and the like, but sometimes, we 
even had to pay a ridiculous sum of money just because we ourselves couldn't 
adapt the screen reader to work with our programs, because we needed to be 
programmers to do this. That left the field open for people who did scripts 
that sometimes worked and other times didn't but we had to pay them still. I do 
not want to see this on the Mac platform.
Of course it would be nice to have programs work the way we wanted it, but i 
don't want to pay 1.5 times more for the same app as my sighted collegues use, 
period.
/Krister

27 jul 2011 kl. 11:02 skrev Luca:

> 
> Hi,
> Some important things i cannot still do  with vo are wordprocessing
> (tables, items, titles, footnotes and so on), easy navigation in
> number (se t title row, column row , auto reading  info when you move
> from  cell to  cell ecc).
> There are also some very useful features in other screen reader  still
> not   implemented: continuous reading  with fast skipping of elements,
> for example.
> And what about  scripting? ok activities are a  step forward,  but
> still we are not there..
> 
> You wrote:
> I would also ask, what does voiceover not do that you need it to do? I
> would say it does most things the windows screen readers do, and in
> some ways does
> many of them better. On Jul 25, 2011, at 8:12 AM, Ricardo Walker
> wrote: - Nascondi testo citato- Mostra testo citato -> Hi, > In
> regards to the iWork stuff,
> 
> On 24 Lug, 20:49, Chris Snyder  wrote:
>> Well said. Apple will sort it out. Until then, I've reverted to Snow 
>> Leopard, and I'll keep it until some updates to Lion have come out. Using a 
>> March 2011 Macbook Pro 13 inch with the I5 processor, and I went from 37 
>> seconds to boot up in Snow Leopard, to 1 minute and 25 to boot up in Lion.
>> Friendly,
>> Chris
>> 
>> On Jul 22, 2011, at 8:05 PM, Missy Hope wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> Amen! Very well said! I agree 100 percent with everything in this message. 
>>> Bottom line, we're paying the price for pouncing
>>> on a new OS the day it came out. I'm sure that sooner or later, (hopefully 
>>> sooner), Apple will fix all of these issues.
>>> Good night, all!
>> 
>>> -Original Message-
>>> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com 
>>> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark 
>>> Gilland
>>> Sent: Friday, July 22, 2011 10:50 PM
>>> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
>>> Subject: Re: Voice over lag and other lion issues
>>> Importance: High
>> 
>>> I wouldn't so much say that they are losing commitment, as much as I'd say,
>>> they seem to be getting very sloppy.  I mean, ok, here's my thing.  I
>>> totally am with all you all in saying everyone just chill.  the only reason
>>> I'm keeping my stance so strong on this is the fact that look at this.  I
>>> mean, this looks like we should still be running a beta with all these bugs.
>>> come on, lookit!  We have some beta testers on here, do we not?  Admit it,
>>> did you all see any of these bugs?  If not, then wow.  I apologize.  Really
>>> I do.  I'm then out of lign severely, and for that, I'm ashamed of myself,
>>> but, really, think about this for justa minute.  OK, you all can shoot me, I
>>> know you may want me to shut up, as does a few people who we won't mention,
>>> but, if they and all you others will please I beg you, just! for once, hear
>>> me out for a second.
>> 
>>> If you will, and will at least acknowledge me, then I'll perhaps shut up.
>> 
>>> Just let me have this for a sec.
>> 
>>> Look, let's addres this from a fact stand point rather than a Chris's
>>> opinion standpoint, ok?
>> 
>>> this way it's more fair.
>> 
>>> 1.  We all agree this is a new O S, right?
>> 
>>> 2.  We all agree that things are very buggy in many areas, right?  Uh dab
>>> dab dap? Holdit!  I'm not done, listen to me!  I'm still talking.  You'll
>>> get your chance.  I didn't ask you all if th3e problems can be addressed in
>>> a software update.  I'll address that in a second.  right now, we're just
>>> looking at the facts.  OK?  So I repeat:
>> 
>>> 2.  Is it not true, that we all agree that lots of things are buggy?  Yes,
>>> or no.
>> 
>>> 3.  Do we all agree that these are problems that should have probably been
>>> addressed at least to some extent during the beta cycle before the official
>>> release?  Yes or no>?
>> 
>>> 4.  Do we all agree that most of these bugs can be delt with and tollerated
>>> to some degree?
>> 
>>> OK then.
>> 
>>> I think we all agree on all the above, so why such hostility toward me and
>>> everyone else on list by some members.  Look, I feel you all's frustration,
>>> we just want things to work, but we also are getting frustrated at the

Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
I don't they would come out with a replacement for the white macbook.  They got 
rid of it because know was buying it.  So why would they make another one just 
like it.  I don't see why someone would want a white macbook over a macbook air.

JMO

Ricardo Walker
rwalker...@gmail.com
Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
www.mobileaccess.org

On Jul 28, 2011, at 9:59 AM, Daniel Miller wrote:

Hi Chris,

You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they could
possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only thing
you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level model
is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture solid
state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
dot 0 release is always perfect.

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
Gilland
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of
Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.

What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a
Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that
it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the
13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under
warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. 
What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now
this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
Apple and asked them.

Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Hi,

how do you know they don't have some white macbooks in reserve just for the 
reason you stated?

Ricardo Walker
rwalker...@gmail.com
Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
www.mobileaccess.org

On Jul 28, 2011, at 9:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of 
Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain 
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two sizes 
of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum Macbook Pro.  
Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers, except the price 
will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.

What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a 
Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever stops 
working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that it did.  
I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the 13 inch 
model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't tell me I'd 
be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal price, or pay more 
to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under warranty, and 
furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already have.  It's not 
our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. What is Apple's deal 
lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now this?  I hope my 
friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called Apple and asked them.

Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: Moving Mailboxes to the favorites Bar in Lion?

2011-07-28 Thread Ricardo Walker
Hi,

I was having the same exact problem you were having with the last mailbox in my 
mailbox list until just now.  I pressed the zoom button and both the favorites 
bar and mailbox I wanted to drag were in in view I guess

Ricardo Walker
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Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
www.mobileaccess.org

On Jul 28, 2011, at 9:35 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:

I think the problem I'm having is not knowing when something isn't visible. I 
will probably have to get my sighted husband to help me. The folder I want to 
move is at the very bottom of the list, about as far away from the favorites 
bar as possible. I get a consistent "not in view" message when I try to drag 
it, and I can't seem to move it anywhere else, either.

Thanks,
Teresa
On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:40 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> I don't think this makes a difference at all.  As long as both the place 
> where your marking and dragging are visible on the screen, cursor tracking 
> doesn't matter.  I just turned cursor tracking off and was able to drag and 
> drop a folder to the favorites bar.
> 
> hth
> 
> Ricardo Walker
> rwalker...@gmail.com
> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
> www.mobileaccess.org
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:32 AM, Shen wrote:
> 
> I believe, if your mouse cursor is not set to follow the VoiceOver cursor, 
> that you will need to bring it over before using the drag and drop feature.
> So use VO-Command-F5 to bring the mouse pointer to the VoiceOver cursor. Then 
> use VO-Comma to mark the item to drag.
> Go to the Favorites bar, and again, move the mouse pointer to the Favorites 
> bar.
> To drop the item at the location where the VoiceOver cursor is, press 
> VO-Comma.
> If your cursor is on a mailbox, and you want the item dropped to the left of 
> that mailbox, press VO-Less Than.
> If you want the item dragged to the right of where your VoiceOver cursor is, 
> press VO-Greater Than.
> 
> hth
> 
> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:00 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
> 
>> Thanks, Eric. Unfortunately, your instructions didn't work either.
>> 
>> Teresa
>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 7:48 AM, Eric Caron wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Teresa,
>>> 
>>> I had a similar experience trying to move mailboxes to the Favorites 
>>> bar.  I had success when I used the other drop command that is the one that 
>>> drops the dragged mailbox under the current location you are on.  so I 
>>> picked up my mailbox with VO  comma, then went to the Favorites bar 
>>> interacted it and went to the last mailbox in the list. I then pressed VO 
>>> shift Period which is really VO greater than.  For me for some reason this 
>>> worked better then VO Period.  Hope this helps.
>>> 
>>> Eric Caron 
>>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:43 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
>>> 
 Hi, all,
 
 I was able to move one mailbox to the favorites bar. I have about 15 of 
 them in my mailbox list, and when I try to drag and drop, I either get 
 "area to drop may be hidden", or "item to be dragged no longer in view". 
 I've tried full screen and making sure everything else was hidden when not 
 in full screen mode, but this doesn't seem to make any difference.
 
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To the Moderators

2011-07-28 Thread Ronald McEwan
Hi, 

It is becoming evident to me that this list has turned into a free-for-all.  I 
am reading more and more mails that don't have much to do with Mac 
accessibility but apple in general.  

I bought my first Mac in February and joined the list because I wanted input 
from those who have been in the apple arena for a while.  However, I am 
considering leaving the list because of its current direction.  

Please post the guidelines and let me know if I am mistakenin any way. 



In the Journey, 

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RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Daniel Miller
First of all, that guy's an idiot. The cheapest MBA runs for the same price
as the macbook. And yes, it has a microphone and camera. Also, each air
comes with a USB drive that contains your software for restore.


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[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
Gilland
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 9:41 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

No optical drive, and not enough HD space are the two deal breakers for me. 
Plus the guy at my local Apple store said if the O S crashes I have to send
it in for repair, as with no optical drive there is no way to restore the O
S yourself.  When I pointed out a U S B  CD drive, he said in theory you'd
think that would work, but it won't boot frm a U S B CD drive.  He said even
going into open firmware and configuring things wouldn't do it.  Finally, he
said no microphone nor eyesite web cam, which for me is enough major
dealbreaker.

I dono if I trust the credibility of any of this, but if that all is true,
then, gag me with a spoon!  Not only this, but $700 less than a MBP?  this
guy told me that the two models of MBA's ran for $1200 each.

Again, I am not saying that I necessarily believe all of this, but if it's
true, then, ee, gacks!

Chris.

- Original Message -
From: "Daniel Miller" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 9:59 AM
Subject: RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.


> Hi Chris,
>
> You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
> Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they 
> could
> possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
> though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
> as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only 
> thing
> you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
> of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
> be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level 
> model
> is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture 
> solid
> state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
> that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
> As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
> dot 0 release is always perfect.
>
> -Original Message-
> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
> Gilland
> Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
> Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.
>
> OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release 
> of
> Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
> macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
> sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
> Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
> except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.
>
> What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not 
> a
> Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
> stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say 
> that
> it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even 
> the
> 13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
> tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
> price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something 
> under
> warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
> have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product.
> What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, 
> now
> this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
> Apple and asked them.
>
> Does anyone know?
>
> Chris.
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
Aa.  OK, so it's only now for educational purposes, ok, then that tells me, 
they should be able to replace it wstill if it be an absolute last resort. 
that's heartenning to know.


Chris.

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From: "Geoff Shang" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:32 AM
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.



Hi,

It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. 
But it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's 
still being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get 
your MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.


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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Tim Kilburn
Hi,

In addition to jeff's comments, it's not worth speculating on what Apple may or 
may not do if your MacBook crashed.  Suggesting that they'll make you pay extra 
money for a Pro or make you accept a MBA as a replacement is inaccurate 
speculation.  Giving them a bad wrap for something that hasn't even happened or 
may not even be close to the truth is unfair.  Wait and see what they do if the 
situation arises then either comment or praise.

Later…

On 2011-07-28, at 8:32 AM, Geoff Shang wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. But 
> it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's still being 
> manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get your MacBook 
> serviced for the foreseeable future.
> 
> Geoff.
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
I didn't say they would stop servicing it.  I said, read my e-mail again 
please, that god forbid, if I ever had to get it replaced entirely as it was 
nonreparable.  Again, God forbid that day, but we have to face the reality, 
that it is technology, and technology can indeed! do some strange things 
when it wants to.


Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "Ronald McEwan" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 10:19 AM
Subject: Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.


Why do you believe that they will stop servicing your White macbook?


In the Journey,

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 7:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release 
of Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white 
plain macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either 
the two sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the 
Eluminum Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for 
newcomers, except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my 
question.


What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not 
a Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever 
stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say 
that it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not 
even the 13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need. 
So, don't tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're 
at equal price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for 
something under warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing 
the one we already have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit 
making a good product. What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the 
accessibility bugs in Lion, now this?  I hope my friend's assumption is 
incorrect, but he clamed he called Apple and asked them.


Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
No optical drive, and not enough HD space are the two deal breakers for me. 
Plus the guy at my local Apple store said if the O S crashes I have to send 
it in for repair, as with no optical drive there is no way to restore the O 
S yourself.  When I pointed out a U S B  CD drive, he said in theory you'd 
think that would work, but it won't boot frm a U S B CD drive.  He said even 
going into open firmware and configuring things wouldn't do it.  Finally, he 
said no microphone nor eyesite web cam, which for me is enough major 
dealbreaker.


I dono if I trust the credibility of any of this, but if that all is true, 
then, gag me with a spoon!  Not only this, but $700 less than a MBP?  this 
guy told me that the two models of MBA's ran for $1200 each.


Again, I am not saying that I necessarily believe all of this, but if it's 
true, then, ee, gacks!


Chris.

- Original Message - 
From: "Daniel Miller" 

To: 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 9:59 AM
Subject: RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.



Hi Chris,

You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they 
could

possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only 
thing

you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level 
model
is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture 
solid

state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
dot 0 release is always perfect.

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
Gilland
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release 
of

Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.

What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not 
a

Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say 
that
it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even 
the

13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something 
under

warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product.
What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, 
now

this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
Apple and asked them.

Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: voiceover bug

2011-07-28 Thread Tim Kilburn
I used to have that happen in SL right after the "you need to plug your Mac in" 
dialog would appear.  I usually had to turn VO off then on again more than once 
and it would fix it.  If that still doesn't work, try restarting your Mac.

Later…

On 2011-07-28, at 6:36 AM, chad baker wrote:

> hi has anyone experienced vo not going to menu bars
> it will read just apple and nothing else
> i tried turning vo off and on
> also its slow typing with alex 
> he needs a boost
> thanks
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Re: strange behavior with Lion

2011-07-28 Thread Tim Kilburn
Hi,

It sounds to me more like a hardware issue than a software issue.  Those things 
are usually related but when taking everything you said/did, it sounds more 
like a hardware issue to me as it regained proper functionality after a 
Shutdown/Startup.  I would reset the PRAM though just to lear any software 
glitches stuck there.  If you're not familiar how to do this, simply restart 
your Mac and when the startup chime sounds, hold down the cmd key, the option 
key, the "r" key and the "p" key simultaneously.  Yes, it's a awkward 
combination but what I do is hold down the cmd-option with my left thumb and 
then the "r" with my left index finger and the "p" with my right pinky.  When 
you hold this down as the startup chime sounds, the screen will do some funny 
things then the startup chime will sound again.  Let the chime sound an extra 
three times past the initial one and then let go of them all.  Things should 
then startup normally.

Let me know if it continues and I'll give you a few other suggestions to help 
determine whether it's Lion or hardware.

Later…
 
On 2011-07-28, at 1:26 AM, Shen wrote:

> So I came home today and thought I do some things on my MacBook Pro,
> such as checking email and browse the internet.
> The Mac booted up, I logged in, everything works fine except my volume
> controls, F11 and F12 don't work. I checked everything and confirmed
> that everything on my keyboard works. Even Fn plus F11 and F12 work
> just fine. I thought perhaps it's my BlueTooth keyboard acting up.
> Keep in mind this never happened with Snow Leopard.
> I reached over to the built-in keyboard in my MacBook Pro. No dice!
> F11 and F12 just refuse to work.
> OK, I thought perhaps the machine needs a restart. Even though it has
> just been booted up after being off the entire day. I'll give it the
> benefit of the doubt.
> I restarted my machine, got to the log in window, provided my
> credentials, and logged in. After reaching the Desktop, I tried the
> volume keys again. Still, they didn't work. This was the most puzzling
> thing to me. Of all the things not to work, it's the volume controls.
> I was able to use VO-M to open the status menu and check the system
> volume. According to the status menu, the System volume is set to
> 100-percent. I know it's not because it would distort my speakers. I
> tried using the arrow keys to adjust the volume in the status menu. It
> wouldn't budge. It stayed at 100-percent. Is that weird or not?
> OK, this time, I decided to give it the cold restart, turning it
> completely off, then on.
> After restarting a second time, my volume controls came back.
> Before any of you question me whether I have a functioning keyboard or
> not, let me end this message by tell ing you that this has never
> happened before when I was running Snow Leopard. And come to think of
> it, a similar incident happened last week, a couple of days after
> installing Lion. But since I was in the process of rebooting,I didn't
> bother to stop and investigate. That time, everything did not work
> except for the volume buttons. After restarting, everything came back
> to normal so I didn't think much of it.
> 
> So has anyone experienced this before?
> Does anyone have any guesses whether this is just a glitch in Lion,
> having upgraded from Snow Leopard? Will a clean install of Lion get
> rid of these little annoyances?
> 
> 
> 
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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Geoff Shang

Hi,

It's true that the MacBook is no longer being sold to regular consumers. 
But it's still being sold to educational institutions.  As such, it's 
still being manufactured.  So I'd expect it will still be possible to get 
your MacBook serviced for the foreseeable future.


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Re: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Ronald McEwan
Why do you believe that they will stop servicing your White macbook?  


In the Journey, 

Ron

On Jul 28, 2011, at 7:41 AM, Christopher-Mark Gilland wrote:

> OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of 
> Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain 
> macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two 
> sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum 
> Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers, 
> except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.
> 
> What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a 
> Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever 
> stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that 
> it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the 
> 13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't 
> tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal 
> price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under 
> warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already 
> have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. 
> What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now 
> this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called 
> Apple and asked them.
> 
> Does anyone know?
> 
> Chris.
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Re: Using gmail web interface

2011-07-28 Thread Red.Falcon
Hi Garth!
Well I think I can help with the quick nav thingy!
Instead of using the up down arrows try just the right one!
That should take you through each link until you get to the sign out one!
And I've got a track pad here so I'll just go and see what I can come up with! 
[ I need the practice!]
hth Colin

On 28 Jul 2011, at 14:19, Garth Humphreys wrote:

> Hi Colin
> 
> Thanks for the response. I can understand your directions. I will try the VO 
> + U option tomorrow when in store.  
> 
> When I tried it last time, I was able to find my name on the web interface. 
> The Apple rep could see on screen that the sign out link came up on screen 
> when I selected the link with my name however neither of us could get VO to 
> then go to the sign out  link.   BTW I tried both VO+space and the quick nav 
> up / down arrows to select the my name link.
> 
> Apart from this issue I found that it was really natural to be able to 
> navigate the web with the track pad commander but there is also a lot that 
> will take some getting use to.   
> 
> Thanks 
> Garth
> 
> On 28/07/2011, at 10:40 PM, "Red.Falcon"  
> wrote:
> 
>> Hi Garth!
>> OK when on the gmail screen and it should say something like your email and 
>> under that options!
>> When sitting on your email link just press vo+space!
>> This should bring you to where you can check your settings and other things 
>> like your profile!
>> You should find the sign out link there as well!
>> You could also use the web rota open with [vo+u and depending on what it is 
>> set on like headers for example you can right arrow until it says links!
>> So sitting on the table of links if then you type s and i the choice's will 
>> narrow down to just a few options one of which should be sign out!
>> So down arrow to that link on the list and press vo+space and that will 
>> select that link and vo+space and then you will be signed out!
>> There is also if you do not want to try the rota just yet after pressing on 
>> your email just arrow until you get to that sign out link and once again 
>> vo+space on it!
>> hopefully this was not to confusing and it works for you!
>> Colin
>> 
>> On 28 Jul 2011, at 01:18, Garth Humphreys wrote:
>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Garth
>>> 
>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>> 
 From: Garth Humphreys 
 Date: 28 July 2011 10:12:23 AM AEST
 To: "viph...@googlegroups.com" 
 Subject: Using gmail web interface
 
 Hi 
 
 I still have not taken the plunge and bought a Mac however have been 
 playing with one at our local Apple store.  I logged into my gmail account 
 in store and found that I couldn't work out how to log out.
 
 The apple rep in store was helping me and advised that there was a menu 
 that dropped down under my name which allows log out but we could not work 
 out how to get to it with VO on. In the end I just got the rep to log out 
 for me. I am sure this is very easy to do but I just couldn't work it out. 
 As I don't even have a Mac yet, I am obviously very inexperienced at using 
 the Mac.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Garth
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Re: Choosing a Mac Book Air

2011-07-28 Thread Bryan Jones
Hello Garth,

I have a late 2010 11 inch macbook air and can give my opinions. I've never 
tried the 13 inch Air, so I won't give an opinion on it.
Regarding RAM: I think there are several good reasons to purchase it with 4 GB 
of RAM.
Reason one: Unlike most computers, RAM on the Air is not upgradable after 
you've purchased it. It is soldered to the system board and cannot be expanded. 
Perhaps an enterprising third party will come along with a method of upgrading 
RAM but as of yet this has not happened to the best of my knowledge.
Reason two: Lion's minimum RAM requirement is two GB. It's probably a good idea 
to have more than the minimum even if you only plan to do basic web surfing, 
email and skype..
Reason three: If you're considering the only model that comes with 2GB RAM, I 
assume that also means you're considering the 64 GB SSD that comes with that 
base model. Apple's retail price is US $100 to bump that base model up to 4GB. 
However, if you bypass the base model and go with the higher-level model, you 
will get both the additional 2 GB of RAM plus a 128 GB SSD for not a lot more 
money, especially if you shop around at vendors such as macmall and amazon 
where you can find better pricing. While I would normally also recommend 
looking at Apple's online refurb store, in this case I think the reported 
performance improvements of the newest Air probably outweigh the small price 
difference offered by purchasing a last-generation refurbished Air.

Regarding Zoom: I used Zoom extensively in the past when my vision was better, 
and I still use it sometimes with my 24 inch external monitor. For getting out 
of tricky situations, I find Zoom is fine on the 11 inch screen. Try it in the 
store and see what you think. You can zoom the heck out of most things. If 
you're like me and cannot see anything on a white background, you might want to 
also try reversing the video to white-on-black. The Zoom, color and contrast 
options can all be found and quickly toggled in the Universal Access panel of 
System Preferences. If you decide to attach an external monitor, you can do 
this through the new Thunderbolt port which actually doubles as a mini 
DisplayPort, thus allowing you to use Apple's variety of adapters to connect to 
VGA, DVI and I think HDMI displays.

HTH,
Bryan

On Jul 28, 2011, at 5:33 AM, Garth Humphreys wrote:
> I am trying to decide which Mac Book Air to buy.  I would love to hear the 
> experiences of those of you who use the zoom feature with VO.  I have been 
> trying the air out at our local Apple store and am trying to decide between 
> the 11 inch and the 13 inch models.
> 
> Firstly, do you all think that it is important to get 4  Gb RAM or would 2 Gb 
> be fine with VO.  Keep in mind that the Air would primarily be used for email 
> and browsing. At times I will be using the Air for skype and will want to be 
> able to record the audio.
> 
> Next, how well does the Zoom feature work. The reason for asking is that I am 
> trying to evaluate the value of spending an extra $100 or so for the extra 
> screen realestate of the 13 inch.  My sight is poor enough that I would 
> probably only use the screen to help get out of those tricky situations where 
> seeing the screen makes it easier.  I hope this makes sence to some of you.

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RE: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Daniel Miller
Hi Chris,

You're right about them not selling the white MacBook as of the release of
Lion. However, we don't know the reasons behind the decision, and they could
possibly come out with something that meets your needs. I'm confused,
though, what makes the MacBook Air unimpressive in your eyes? It runs just
as fast, if not faster than the MacBook Pros, for $700 less. The only thing
you don't get is a traditional hard drive, which will end up solving a lot
of drive failure problems anyway since there are no physical read heads to
be damaged. I admit, the amount of storage you get in the entry level model
is lesser than I'd want ideally, keep in mind the cost to manufacture solid
state storage is astronomical. You also don't get an optical drive, but
that's only $79.99 as an add-on.
As far as the Lion accessibility issues, give apple time to fix things. No
dot 0 release is always perfect.

-Original Message-
From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Christopher-Mark
Gilland
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 8:41 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Apple may have done a number on themselves.

OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of
Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two
sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum
Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers,
except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.

What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a
Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever
stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that
it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the
13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't
tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal
price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under
warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already
have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. 
What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now
this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called
Apple and asked them.

Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: new member with several questions.

2011-07-28 Thread jim rawls
Well, my wife wants to get the one to one class, and I talked to one of the 3 
stores we have near us here in Southern California, and one store in particular 
said they would be willing to take me on, and they have a blind customer 
already. That's the store in Pasadena. Jim


From: Red.Falcon 
Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 5:13 AM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com 
Subject: Re: new member with several questions.


Hi Jim! 
Well I suppose you could ask at your particular Apple store what there 
knowledge is and your other half would also be able to put it to good use if 
needed!
So as long as they [at the store] can fit you in I understand you can have 
quite a lot of 1 to 1 help!
And just one more thing!
If your particular store are not very knowledgable about vo then you signing up 
might help them learn!
Or you might find they are already quite good!
hth Colin


On 28 Jul 2011, at 06:39, jim rawls wrote:


  Thanks Christopher. We'll probably take it. Jim


  From: Christopher Peppel 
  Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 7:29 PM
  To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com 
  Subject: Re: new member with several questions.


  Hi Jim, 


  I took the one-on-one course at the Apple store and it was definitely worth 
it.  In the store I went to, the folks were very friendly and helpful.  It was 
probably the best money I spent.


  Chris

  On Jul 27, 2011, at 6:11 PM, jim rawls wrote:


Hi All,
My wife and I will be buying a mac pro computer in the next little while. I 
am clueless about where to start to learn the mac with voice over. I have been 
a jaws user on windows computer since the year 2000, but think it is time to 
take the plunge and learn the mac with voice over. So, question. Would it help 
us to get the one to one program offered at the Mac store with our purchase? 
My wife is sighted, I am not. 
Second, where can I find the list of commands to use on the Mac? 
Thirdly, is the new lion commands up to learn?
I can't think f any more things now, but no doubt will, so if you can give 
this clueless potential user of the mac pro some hints on where to start, it 
would be greatly appreciated. 
thanks for your help.
Jim


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Apple may have done a number on themselves.

2011-07-28 Thread Christopher-Mark Gilland
OK, I have a friend who has just informed me that Apple as of the release of 
Lion is no longer making, nor selling refurbished or not, the white plain 
macbooks.  Now, all they're selling in the laptop style is either the two 
sizes of Macbook Airs, or if you want a full laptop, then the Eluminum 
Macbook Pro.  Not that this really per sey is a major issue for newcomers, 
except the price will obviously be more, which leads me to my question.


What about people like myself?  I got my macbook back in April.  It's not a 
Pro.  It's just a stocked white 13 inch.  So, God forbid that thing ever 
stops working during my year warranty, but hypotheticly, let's just say that 
it did.  I'm not in the least impressed with the Macbook airs.  Not even the 
13 inch model.  It's just not at all compreble for what I need.  So, don't 
tell me I'd be either forced to get an air, seeing that they're at equal 
price, or pay more to get a Pro.  Why should we pay more for something under 
warranty, and furthermore, more for a product replacing the one we already 
have.  It's not our falt that they decided to quit making a good product. 
What is Apple's deal lately!  First it's the accessibility bugs in Lion, now 
this?  I hope my friend's assumption is incorrect, but he clamed he called 
Apple and asked them.


Does anyone know?

Chris.

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Re: Moving Mailboxes to the favorites Bar in Lion?

2011-07-28 Thread Teresa Cochran
I think the problem I'm having is not knowing when something isn't visible. I 
will probably have to get my sighted husband to help me. The folder I want to 
move is at the very bottom of the list, about as far away from the favorites 
bar as possible. I get a consistent "not in view" message when I try to drag 
it, and I can't seem to move it anywhere else, either.

Thanks,
Teresa
On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:40 AM, Ricardo Walker wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> I don't think this makes a difference at all.  As long as both the place 
> where your marking and dragging are visible on the screen, cursor tracking 
> doesn't matter.  I just turned cursor tracking off and was able to drag and 
> drop a folder to the favorites bar.
> 
> hth
> 
> Ricardo Walker
> rwalker...@gmail.com
> Twitter & Skype: rwalker296
> www.mobileaccess.org
> 
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 4:32 AM, Shen wrote:
> 
> I believe, if your mouse cursor is not set to follow the VoiceOver cursor, 
> that you will need to bring it over before using the drag and drop feature.
> So use VO-Command-F5 to bring the mouse pointer to the VoiceOver cursor. Then 
> use VO-Comma to mark the item to drag.
> Go to the Favorites bar, and again, move the mouse pointer to the Favorites 
> bar.
> To drop the item at the location where the VoiceOver cursor is, press 
> VO-Comma.
> If your cursor is on a mailbox, and you want the item dropped to the left of 
> that mailbox, press VO-Less Than.
> If you want the item dragged to the right of where your VoiceOver cursor is, 
> press VO-Greater Than.
> 
> hth
> 
> 
> On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:00 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
> 
>> Thanks, Eric. Unfortunately, your instructions didn't work either.
>> 
>> Teresa
>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 7:48 AM, Eric Caron wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Teresa,
>>> 
>>> I had a similar experience trying to move mailboxes to the Favorites 
>>> bar.  I had success when I used the other drop command that is the one that 
>>> drops the dragged mailbox under the current location you are on.  so I 
>>> picked up my mailbox with VO  comma, then went to the Favorites bar 
>>> interacted it and went to the last mailbox in the list. I then pressed VO 
>>> shift Period which is really VO greater than.  For me for some reason this 
>>> worked better then VO Period.  Hope this helps.
>>> 
>>> Eric Caron 
>>> On Jul 27, 2011, at 8:43 AM, Teresa Cochran wrote:
>>> 
 Hi, all,
 
 I was able to move one mailbox to the favorites bar. I have about 15 of 
 them in my mailbox list, and when I try to drag and drop, I either get 
 "area to drop may be hidden", or "item to be dragged no longer in view". 
 I've tried full screen and making sure everything else was hidden when not 
 in full screen mode, but this doesn't seem to make any difference.
 
 TiA,
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Re: voiceover bug

2011-07-28 Thread Courtney Curran
Hi,
I've only gotten this problem once, but then I escaped out of the menu bar, and 
it worked fine ever since.
Courtney

On Jul 28, 2011, at 8:39 AM, Cody wrote:

> I aven't had the issue where voiceover goes to the menu bar, but I sometimes 
> get alex repeating apple apple apple apple apple for some reason…could this 
> be because of the the mouse pointer? it can't be in my case, because the 
> mouse pointer follows the voiceover cursor
> On Jul 28, 2011, at 8:36 AM, chad baker wrote:
> 
>> hi has anyone experienced vo not going to menu bars
>> it will read just apple and nothing else
>> i tried turning vo off and on
>> also its slow typing with alex 
>> he needs a boost
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Re: voiceover bug

2011-07-28 Thread Bryan Jones
Hello Chad,

I have been experiencing something similar to this since installing Lion. From 
time to time I will not be able to arrow right from the Apple menu, but I can 
always arrow left from there and work my way backwards. Can you give that a try 
and let me know what your results are?

Cheers,
Bryan

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> hi has anyone experienced vo not going to menu bars
> it will read just apple and nothing else
> i tried turning vo off and on
> also its slow typing with alex 
> he needs a boost
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