Re: Smart Beetle 14 cells refreshable Braille display

2015-08-21 Thread Andrew Lamanche
Yes, the lag is there regardless of whether one uses 6 or 8 dot Braille. I thought that using computer Braille might solve teh lag but it did not. > On 22 Aug 2015, at 02:00, Flor Lynch wrote: > > How does this issue fare - if it pertains - in eight-dot, or Computer, > Braille? Does one still

RE: Question regarding the sending of an iMessage with iPhone5s IOS8.4.1

2015-08-21 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
Hello Shai, I did hear on the last Today in iOS Podcast that apparently a few people reported iMessage issues after the latest iOS update. Rob didn't say what they were, but you might want to try and to a Reset Network Settings which is in Settings, General, Reset. This will reboot your phone,

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Christopher Chaltain
I think a suggestion or constructive criticism is a lot more affective and appropriate on a public list like this then this off putting sarcasm. On 08/21/2015 11:00 AM, Chris Smart wrote: LOL nice run on sentence there. You can dictate with punctuation you know ... very handy. At 08:57 AM 8/21

Re: Latest Amazon Echo Update Awful

2015-08-21 Thread Christopher Chaltain
Making apps accessible isn't always as trivial as you make it seem. It depends a lot on the nature of the app. It is true that the more thought and work you put into an app upfront with respect to accessibility then the easier it'll be, but it isn't just as simple as labeling a few buttons and

BluMoo

2015-08-21 Thread Blind Treasures
I came across this universal home entertainment remote called the Blumoo. Sounds very interesting and there is an IPhone app for it. Was wondering if anyone on this list has tried it? The link to the page is: http://www.blumoo.com/ "I'd rather be infected with love for the tiniest sliver of a seco

Re: vopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Arianna Sepulveda
Ah, that would explain why I couldn't find anything with a Google search lol. :D Well, I'll certainly be watching the list like a hawk. :) Thanks, Ari On 8/21/15, Richard Turner wrote: > Once he sends out the link, one of us will certainly post it to the list. > > I don't think the campaign has

RE: vopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
Once he sends out the link, one of us will certainly post it to the list. I don't think the campaign has started yet. Richard -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Arianna Sepulveda Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 6:26 PM To: vip

Re: vopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Arianna Sepulveda
Can you send the link to the Kickstarter for this book attachment for the Fopydo stand to the list? Thanks, Ari On 8/21/15, Richard Turner wrote: > That is good information. > > I had not spoken with him since the first beta version of the book > attachment. > > I still think $25.00 is a good p

RE: Fopydo Book Reading attachment

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
If I had a reason to deal with textbooks, I would try to answer this. I don’t. I’d suggest writing i...@fopydo.com And see what he says. I think the curve in the middle of large books is as much a camera and app processing limitation as anything. If the text is go

RE: vopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
That is good information. I had not spoken with him since the first beta version of the book attachment. I still think $25.00 is a good price. I Ll be looking for his kickstarter campaign. Richard From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry Lu

RE: iPod Touch 6th generation

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
They did not change the sound in the iPod 6th generation as compared to the iPod Touch 5th generation. Yu probably are not going to want to listen to books or music over the built-in speaker. But, I don't listen to books or music with the iPhone 5S unless it is going over external speakers or h

Re: Smart Beetle 14 cells refreshable Braille display

2015-08-21 Thread Flor Lynch
How does this issue fare - if it pertains - in eight-dot, or Computer, Braille? Does one still see the same time lag transferring between the display's clipboard, and the phone? -Original Message- From: Andrew Lamanche Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2015 9:36 PM To: VIPhone Subject: Re:

Re: Smart Beetle 14 cells refreshable Braille display

2015-08-21 Thread Flor Lynch
Also try the dots 1-4-5-spacebar for delete. (d-chord) to delete messages. Did you get a Braille manual with the Smart Beetle? You can use your Braille keyboard as input too, presumably with any enabled PC also. In iOS, press the k with spacebar to get into VO Help, then press any key or key co

Apple Replacing Faulty Cameras in Some iPhone 6 Plus Units

2015-08-21 Thread Alex Hall
Hi all, I just saw this and thought some of you might be affected. Looks like some iPhone 6 Plus units have the potential for their cameras to fail, resulting in blurry photos. Apple is replacing these cameras for free. Below is a link to the article, which contains a link to the official suppor

vopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
Here's what I got from the developer. His e-mail is i...@fopydo.com Larry, The cost of the book reading attachment will be roughly $25 and the whole set with the stand about $35. I will start a kickstarter project for the attachment and keep it going for abou

Re: Fopydo Book Reading attachment

2015-08-21 Thread eileen . misrahi
Hi Richard, Question about the book attachment. You had mentioned that you don't need to hold down the book. How well does it work with text books with the curve one may get at the spine of the book? Since the lamp of my OpticBook 3600 burned out, I haven't found a good replacement have to hand

RE: Vacation Mode

2015-08-21 Thread Ian Robinson
No need for anyone to reply. I finally figured out how to set the list to “No Mail” via the google groups site. Regards. Ian From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Ian Robinson Sent: 21 August 2015 21:33 To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject:

iPod Touch 6th generation

2015-08-21 Thread christopher hallsworth
Hi please may I ask about the sound quality on the iPod Touch 6th generation? Does it compare anything like the iPhone 5s or iPad Mini 2 which to me sound the same except one versus two speakers? -- The following information is important for all members of the VIPhone list. If you have any que

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
' still recommend Fopydo. You just won't want the book attachment when it comes out. The ScanJig is good too, but since it costs triple what the Fopydo stand costs, I'd go with Fopydo. Some people have bought both the ScanJig to leave on a desk and the Fopydo for portability. It just depends on

Vacation Mode

2015-08-21 Thread Ian Robinson
Hi All, Can anyone tell me how to put this list into vacation mode by email? I tried to set vacation mode via the google Groups web site and just got confused. I tried sending a message to viphone+h...@googlegroups.com and got a reply that was next to u

Re: Fopydo Book Reading attachment

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
Yes, it will work with the latest stand. It is recommended that you pull off the microsuction ends on the feet to fit it into the attachment, though that isn't necessary. The advantage is the stand and the attachment will become one unit that way which provides even more stability. I will certa

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
I have the 6th generation iPod Touch and it does indeed have a flash. I had the 5th generation and it did as well. Since the 6th generation has the 64 bit processor, KNFB performs just as well on it as on the iPhone 5s or 6. Richard > On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:22 AM, David Justice wrote: > >

"Check Spelling" Setting not Consistently Displayed

2015-08-21 Thread Craig Werner
Hello, everyone. I know that there is a "Check Spelling" option in iOS 8.x under "Settings -> General -> Keyboard." However, sometimes it is there, and sometimes it is not. Is the availability of this setting dependent on the toggle state of another Keyboard option, such as "Auto-Correct" or "Pr

Re: Latest Amazon Echo Update Awful

2015-08-21 Thread Brian Fischler
Hey guys, No, I have not tried using other areas of the app, as the frustration of VO crashing twice annoyed me enough to not use the app since you do not need to use it for a lot. Prior to the latest update I was able to log in to my I heart radio account through the app, and using safari on t

vacation

2015-08-21 Thread Ian Robinson
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Microsoft for iOS

2015-08-21 Thread Niall Gallagher
Dear All, Apologies if this is not of interest to you. I have recently written a blog post concerning the Microsoft Office iOS apps which are available. It is possible to use the said apps with OneDrive on your desktop. Therefore, you can start a document or spreadsheet on your iDevice, and fini

Re: Creating a Workflow to text a Uber driver

2015-08-21 Thread Wayne Merritt
So, to repeat the original question, how can I create a workflow to text a Uber driver after I request a trip? I have no problem in using the Uber app to request a trip, but I want to text the driver telling them that I am blind and ask for them to ID themselves when they pull up. What steps would

Re: Pre-orders open for iOS 9 Without the Eye

2015-08-21 Thread 'carol.pearso...@googlemail.com' via VIPhone
Abysmal! I've written them a number of times ... Suppose they want us all to give up needing Braille! A real pity! I'd like to see the VI community as a whole write something appropriate about the two areas where Apple fail, IE., Braille translation and displays; and iTunes (specifically i

Re: Pre-orders open for iOS 9 Without the Eye

2015-08-21 Thread Jonathan Mosen
Hi Carol, yup, I am seeing no improvement of any significance. Jonathan Mosen Mosen Consulting Blindness technology eBooks, tutorials and training http://Mosen.org > On 21/08/2015, at 10:44 pm, 'carol.pearso...@googlemail.com' via VIPhone > wrote: > > Jonathan, > > If you're able to answer th

Re: Any accessible sleep or fitness trackers with vibrating alarm?

2015-08-21 Thread Lois Butterfield
Yes, I wake up via Fit-bit flex every day. Setting up the alarms is very accessible. You can set up to five different alarms. Take care, Lois -Original Message- From: Neil Barnfather - TalkNav Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 1:08 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Any acc

Re: Can anyone recommend a mini external bluetooth keyboard (the smaller the better) for use with an IPhone?

2015-08-21 Thread Sharonda Greenlaw
I too have enjoyed using the RII keyboard. I think it costs about $40. I also believe they seel it at both Speed Dots and AT Guys. Sharonda On 8/21/15, Teresa Christian wrote: > I have had good luck with the RII mini Bluetooth keyboard from the AT Guys. > It is 3 x 5 inches, holds a good charge

RE: Can anyone recommend a mini external bluetooth keyboard (the smaller the better) for use with an IPhone?

2015-08-21 Thread Teresa Christian
I have had good luck with the RII mini Bluetooth keyboard from the AT Guys. It is 3 x 5 inches, holds a good charge and the keys are very distinct. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kim Samco Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 9:

Re: Can anyone recommend a mini external bluetooth keyboard (the smaller the better) for use with an IPhone?

2015-08-21 Thread Kim Samco
Have you looked at the speed dots keyboard? Kim > On Aug 19, 2015, at 2:47 PM, 'Eleanor Roberts' via VIPhone > wrote: > > Hi all > > Was just wondering if anyone had any answers to the following. I'm looking to > get a mini external bluetooth keyboard to pair with my IPhone. I do have wha

Re: Question regarding the sending of an iMessage with iPhone5s IOS8.4.1

2015-08-21 Thread Brett C.
One possibility is that when the conversation was started, it was with your iCloud ID. If you later changed your sender info to your phone number or other ID, the thread will continue to use the original ID. One possible fix is to delete the thread and start a new one with your desired sender in

RE: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
If you’ve already purchased it, you should be good to go. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Les Kriegler Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 11:30 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures I updat

Re: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures

2015-08-21 Thread Dan
hello, You do have a fully operational copy. I did the same thing and found out that my copy was totally 100% accessible. VoiceOver Accessibility Rocks! > On Aug 21, 2015, at 9:30 AM, Les Kriegler wrote: > > I updated the Caniff be reader. After that, I went to try to purchase it so > it woul

Re: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures

2015-08-21 Thread Les Kriegler
I updated the Caniff be reader. After that, I went to try to purchase it so it would be an actual copy another demonstration. But I didn't receive that option. When I went to the app store, I was given the option open the app. So I'm assuming I have a fully functioning copy. If not, I would sure

Question regarding the sending of an iMessage with iPhone5s IOS8.4.1

2015-08-21 Thread Shai
Hello, When replying to an iMessage on my iPhone5s running IOS 8.4.1, people are informing me that my messages are arriving to them from my iCloud address instead of my phone number. They do however arrive from my number on initial contact. I have went into the settings and confirmed that start ne

Re: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures

2015-08-21 Thread Brent Harding
Is the trial in there yet? I thought I read that they had some issue with it. My guess would be that it is hard to make an app that leaves the counter behind after you remove it, so people don't take advantage of multiple trials. I would imagine they may need to make KNFB accounts that we sign i

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Chris Smart
LOL nice run on sentence there. You can dictate with punctuation you know ... very handy. At 08:57 AM 8/21/2015, you wrote: Do you have the weather address to purchase the scan that you said it's the best of the three as I never heard of this one I've heard the draft in the stands scan but wasn't

Re: Creating a Workflow to text a Uber driver

2015-08-21 Thread Chris Smart
Workflow is an app. Search the App Store for it. At 10:06 PM 8/20/2015, you wrote: what is a work flow, how do you do it? How have you uys found Uber, does it tell you when someone is on the way? On 8/20/2015 10:02 PM, Thom Spittle wrote: I created a workflow to request an Uber to pick me up at m

Re: Podcasts and Itunes

2015-08-21 Thread Chris Smart
If you're on a PC running Windows and want a completely accessible podcatcher, check out QCast From Accessible Apps. http://q-continuum.net/qcast/ Similarly, check out QRead from the same folks for dealing with various eBook formats. Chris At 05:37 PM 8/20/2015, you wrote: No, it's a good questi

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread David Justice
Russ, The iPod Touch fifth generation does have a flash. Don't know about the sixth generation as I don't have one, but would be surprised if it did not also have a flash. The fourth generation iPod Touch did not have a flash but, since it was limited to iOS6.x, it probably wouldn't run KNF

RE: Fopydo Book Reading attachment

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
Richard. Can you tell me if the attachment will work with the Fopydo stand I just bought. I bought the one for the blind as per a link I think you provided. Thanks. Can you let us know if or when it becomes available and how to order. Again, thanks. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailt

RE: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Paul Parravano
Hi Richard and others, If I only want to scan single sheets or a few pages, and no books, which stand would you recommend? Thanks, Paul From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 09:44 To: viphone@googlegroups.c

Re: Try KnfbReader for free for the first 25 pictures

2015-08-21 Thread Chris Smart
Brent, it's an in-app purchase. It's not going to be automatic LOL. You have to tell it you want to buy. At 11:33 AM 8/20/2015, you wrote: I wonder how that ends up working? Is it basically a subscription purchase that after the 25th picture, it charges you $99, or how is it activated? - Orig

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Jenifer Barr
Hi. Can someone tell me what the differences between this stand and the standscan are? I have the standscan and am just curious if this stand would be better? Thanks. Jenifer Barr Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2015, at 9:44 AM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > I sent this yesterday, but I’m a

RE: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
Will the coming book attachment fit a vapido stand I buy now From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul Parravano Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 9:36 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

RE: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
Oh sorry. I repied to the wrong thread. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Smart Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 8:48 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain Interesting about the screen curt

RE: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain

2015-08-21 Thread Larry Lumpkin
Will the coming book stand fit the stand you buy now? From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Smart Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 8:48 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain Interesting about t

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Russ Kiehne
Unfortunately, the ipod touch 5th and 6th generation have no flash. Having the light source like the StandScan realy would help. From: Richard Turner Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 6:42 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: A stand for the KNFB reader The best description I can think

RE: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain

2015-08-21 Thread Edmonds, Lucy (LARA)
Ah yes, I have that very same problem with my music. I have a 5S, and am still running just 8.4. Lucy Edmonds From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Smart Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 9:48 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Sometimes it's a

Re: Sometimes it's a see through screen curtain

2015-08-21 Thread Chris Smart
Interesting about the screen curtain. On my 6+ with iOS 8.4.1, I sometimes start playback of some music or a podcast, and it plays at a lower level. Immediately stopping and restarting playback causes it to pop back up to full volume as it should be. At 09:08 PM 8/19/2015, you wrote: Confirming t

RE: A stand for the KNFB reader, where to buy the Fopydo stand

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
I sent this yesterday, but I’m adding the link to the instructions for setting it up. Fopydo is available at Amazon. Here is the link to the page where you can add it to your cart. It is $12.00 plus $3.00 shipping. http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00UURH7HC/ref=sr_1_1_olp?ie=UTF8

RE: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
With the StandScan, some people have managed to scan paperbacks but it is limited on size and you have to be really persistent. The ScanJig will not scan books, the document shelf is only wide enough for a few pages. The Fopydo is the easiest for scanning books with or without the attachm

Fopydo Book Reading attachment

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
I changed the subject line to reflect the specific question, though I did not start a new message as others in the thread about stands probably have the same question. I am not sure how much to say. It has adjustable sides that will hold the book in such a way that when you turn the page, the

RE: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Richard Turner
I have not tried to balance a full iPad on it. I know an iPad Mini works fine. I’ll try an iPad on it today at work and let you know. Richard From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Pinky Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 9:22 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread terrieiphone
Do you have the weather address to purchase the scan that you said it's the best of the three as I never heard of this one I've heard the draft in the stands scan but wasn't real thrilled with those so if you could post up here where are you go by this I would appreciate it thanks a lot have a w

Kind of OT: test a Galaxy phone for 30 days for just a dollar

2015-08-21 Thread Alex Hall
Hi all, I know most of us are iPhone fans, but there's always that curiosity about how the other half lives. What, exactly, does Android offer, and how do its accessibility features compare to iOS? If you've been wanting to test Android but haven't been able to justify the purchase of a second p

Re: Pre-orders open for iOS 9 Without the Eye

2015-08-21 Thread 'carol.pearso...@googlemail.com' via VIPhone
Jonathan, If you're able to answer this one: Are you still of the opinion that working with the Braille display (specifically lagging) will not improve with iOS9? - Original Message - From: Jonathan Mosen To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 6:18 PM

Re: Problem downloading u.k. english voice on a 4S

2015-08-21 Thread Jan Kleinhans
Hi Thanks much. I actually did eventually reset the phone, and it came right, so I am happy. Thanks for all the help with this. Jan - Original Message - From: Shawn Krasniuk To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 8:07 PM Subject: Re: Problem download

Re: Hello to all

2015-08-21 Thread Cathy Inglis
What is the ACD app about? Is it already in the app store? If not, when do you think it will be out? Again can you explain what it is about? Cathy and Tiny. > On Aug 21, 2015, at 2:45 AM, dj.visio...@gmail.com wrote: > > I cannot wait for the ACB App to come out. and I also cannot wait until

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Anouk Radix
Hi Richard, Thanks for the good explenation of available options. With all these stands can you scan normal papers as well as books? Thanks again, Greetings, Anouk, > On 21 Aug 2015, at 02:42, Richard Turner wrote: > > The StandScan will work with any sized phone. > However, the StandScan is the

Re: Results with updated Alexa app

2015-08-21 Thread Gmail
Maybe you use checkboxes to be able to select multiple items at once, then delete them in one fell swoop. Just a thought. Thanks, Ari > On Aug 20, 2015, at 5:34 PM, Mary Otten wrote: > > I put the new Alexa app on my iPad mini. I did not get a voice over crash, > but it was so slow to react,

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Anouk Radix
Hi Anne, Would this foppydo work with the iphone 6 as well? So you cant scan book swith htis righ tnow but need to wait for the attachment to be released? I guess I dont need the light from the standscan because the 6 has its own shutter. Thanks in advance for any info, Greetings, Anouk, > On 21

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Gmail
What exactly does this book scanning attachment for the Phopydo stand do? Nobody has really explained that. Is there somewhere where I can go for more information, or is info on the specifics of the attachment being kept pretty hush-hush for the moment? Thanks, Ari > On Aug 21, 2015, at 1:26

Re: A stand for the KNFB reader

2015-08-21 Thread Annie Skov Nielsen
Hi. I would say that the fopydo is much easier to assemble than the standscan. Of course it depends of which phone you have, some phones still needs the light the standscan can produce. I have a 6 plus, so I can easily use fopydo. I have a scanjig, but I wouldn’t recommend it, I have tried ever