Re: And update is available to iOS

Because Apple take forever to fix bugs--even when we report them in the beta period. Is that not what the beta testing period is for? On 9/27/2016 3:49 AM, Monica Jones wrote: > No, I wasn’t asking about VO fixes. Someone asked why update the > software. I was answering that question. This update

Re: Changing Voiceover Output To Bluetooth on IOS 10?

Yes, I agree; be sure they are set to fifty percent to be equally balanced. From: Chip Orange Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 3:01 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Changing Voiceover Output To Bluetooth on IOS 10? You might look at the new audio settings in General / Accessibility

Re: Battery life and Siri

Hi Ron, I use the home button too. Also, hitting the sleep/wake switch will work too. -Original Message- From: Rob Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 2:31 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Battery life and Siri When I use Siri, I always press the Home button once after Siri

Re: And update is available to iOS

No, I wasn’t asking about VO fixes. Someone asked why update the software. I was answering that question. This update was done not long after the software was released to the public. With all the bug reports we presented, I didn’t think many if any would be resolved that quick. Thank you anyway

RE: otterbox case and iphone 7

I had it for some time so I don't remember exactly what model it is, but I know it is one which has one of the wood veneer finishes. It is quite easy to get the phone in and out and it covers volume up/down and power completely (you press them through the case and you do have to press a bit hard

RE: otterbox case and iphone 7

Exactly the same ratings I saw here on the Canadian store where it is listed at $39.95, finally a price that is actually a deal since currently $34.95 US translates to approx. $46 or $47 Canadian. I might order this to give it a try, if I do I'll post a review. I guess this should be covered by

RE: interesting glitch

Yep, me too. I think someone’s a bit confused! Wonder if voice over says anything when a real incoming call comes in? God bless! Paula and Boston From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Robert Doc Wright Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 7:13 PM To: vi

Re: interesting glitch

I have noticed this also...but I thought I had IOS 9. How can I be certain which IOS I have? Nancy On 9/26/2016 7:57 PM, tonyhspe...@gmail.com wrote: I have noticed this since the iOS 10 update. Tony Sent from my mobile device On Sep 26, 2016, at 7:13 PM, Robert Doc Wright mailto:yesh

Re: upgrading

The 7 is the same size as the 6 and the 6S, which is smaller than the 6 Plus, 6S Plus and 7 Plus. On 26/09/16 11:53, Monica Jones wrote: Rebecca, if I remember correctly, there is an AppleVis podcast that compares the SE to either other sixes, or maybe it was onle one. You might check it out. N

Re: interesting glitch

I have noticed this since the iOS 10 update. Tony Sent from my mobile device > On Sep 26, 2016, at 7:13 PM, Robert Doc Wright > wrote: > > Has anyone heard voiceover announce, "incoming call" after you have DT a > contact to call it? > *** > Colorado Blind Bowling Association > http://www.

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

yes, people did fall for it. it was in one or two of the news papers, and i also read about it in the news apps, like Notifyr. -Original Message- From: Rajmund Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2016 12:15 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Ja

Sonos App causing significant battery drain, anyone else experiencing this?

Hi Everyone,Subject line pretty much says it all but here are more details. when this problem first manifested I was using an iPhone 6SPlus running IOS10 now I’ve moved to an iPhone7Plus and the problem persists even after clean reinstalls of the app. Simply put if the Sonos app is left running i

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

Actually, I read that they have in the guardian. Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Shaf Patel To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, September 26, 2016 11:43 pm Subject: Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 - > > > Nobody actually fel

interesting glitch

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Re: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

Remember that though the woopower has its own volume you can still affect the its volume by changing the volume on your phone. - Original Message - From: Lynda Ingraham To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 4:11 PM Subject: RE: What I've discovered so

Re: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

You will be pleasantly surprised Kevin. the speaker is nice and clear and it would take lawn mower near by to drown it out. - Original Message - From: Kevin Minor To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 3:15 PM Subject: RE: What I've discovered so far re

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

Nobody actually fell for it. On 9/26/2016 11:02 PM, Donna wrote: > Those people who fell for this surelyhave quite a few screws loose in their > head! Total Idiots!🙄🙄🙄 > > Donna >> >> I hear a lot of people fell for this, which is surprising, but it's still >> one of the cruelest jokes I've eve

RE: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

Hi Chip, I personally decided to try the WooPower speaker due to my hearing loss. My hearing aids are bluetooth compatable.Unfortunately, I could be crossing a street when new information is being spoken. When info is being updated, a significant amount of environmental sound is blocked out

RE: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

Hi Kevin, I use the WooPower exactly as you are describing. I also wear hearing aids. the volume should be fine if you don't have a hearing loss. I don't know if I am doing something wrong. Since updating to IOS 10, the volume is much lower on the WooPower. Good luck with your new

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

Those people who fell for this surelyhave quite a few screws loose in their head! Total Idiots!🙄🙄🙄 Donna > > I hear a lot of people fell for this, which is surprising, but it's still one > of the cruelest jokes I've ever seen online. Not funny at all. > > > >> On 9/26/2016 4:09 PM, Gary Bowe

Re: Moving Apps in IOS 10 Question

Great stuff! That one's a keeper. Much appreciated. Sent from my iPhone 7 > On Sep 24, 2016, at 9:03 AM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > > A couple of us have written steps, but here goes another try. > 1. Touch, do not open an app or folder. > 2. flick down or up with one finger and you should

RE: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

Hi Chip. I’m hoping to use the GPS software with the Woopower speaker when I’m following routes with my new dog while in training. I figure the school wouldn’t be happy with me having something covering my ear. I could use bone conduction headphones, but they cost more than the Woopower. I c

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

Hi, this was actually in my local radio's news. And, as for the video, I prefer the 4 minute one, don't have the link on hand right now. Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Gary Bowers To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, September 26, 2016 9:09 pm Subject: (p

Re: Siri Instead of Pausing

I saw this initially too. I closed and reopened the app with the same result. I finally restarted my phone and that seemed to fix the random issues like this. Wayne On 9/26/16, Monica Jones wrote: > Yes because the 2-finger doubletap is supposed to stop, not pause. I've run > > into that same pr

Re: (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

I hear a lot of people fell for this, which is surprising, but it's still one of the cruelest jokes I've ever seen online. Not funny at all. On 9/26/2016 4:09 PM, Gary Bowers wrote: Sarcasm Alert (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 - YouTube link: https://www.youtube.co

Re: Facebook Accessability

Hello, once you have like the page, information from that page will pop up on your new speed just as well as your friends will as well. I hope I have answered a question or two that you may have. Joseph Hudson Group administrator for the following groups chat http://list.ntxability.org/mailman/l

Re: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

I can't speak for Kevin, but it doesn't interfere with your ears and to me, is far more comfortable than the AfterShokz bone conduction headphones. Richard (Sent from my iPhone 5S) On Sep 26, 2016, at 1:04 PM, Chip Orange mailto:lists3...@comcast.net>> wrote: Hi Kevin, I don't think I quite

(prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 -

Sarcasm Alert (prank) Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7 - YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tqH-Un9SFU -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you f

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RE: What I've discovered so far regarding how long the Woopower blue tooth speaker's battery lasts.

Hi Kevin, I don’t think I quite understand the usefulness of this speaker; why did you get it for “gps use”? How does that help, and why would you prefer it to a bluetooth headset? Thanks, Chip From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevi

Re: bug in latest swarm update

I have IOS 10.2 on an iPhone 7 and the latest Swarm update. The tabs still remain unlabeled. Sharonda On 9/26/16, Monica Jones wrote: > I haven’t seen an update since I updated it last time and the tabs were > gone. I’ll check to see if there’s an update today. > > From: Dionesque > Sent: Saturd

RE: Changing Voiceover Output To Bluetooth on IOS 10?

You might look at the new audio settings in General / Accessibility / Audio, and make sure the “Speech Channels” for both left and right are selected. I could picture if neither one was selected, or if you had one of those bluetooth headsets which gives you only one channel of audio (and that c

Facebook Accessability

Dear List, this is probably a stupid question, so forgive me. I recently downloaded the facebook app onto my phone and created an account. I want to follow public profiles such as my football team, and have the material populate my news feed, but I cannot find a follow button anywhere in the ap

RE: Battery life and Siri

When I use Siri, I always press the Home button once after Siri says its last response. I think Siri may stay active after responding in order to listen for another request. For me, pressing the Home button returns VoiceOver to the normal volume and dismisses Siri. Rob -Original Message-

Re: And update is available to iOS

In this update, no voiceover bugs are resolved. From: Monica Jones Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 7:18 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: And update is available to iOS Updating may have bugs that have been fixed or enhancements to the software. From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone Sent:

RE: upgrading

I tried to restore the backup of the 6 on the SE, still not what I wanted. Rose Combs roseco...@q.com -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of rajmund Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 9:19 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject:

Re: using siri to locate and call places

I think sometimes Siri has a brain blowout. I've had this happen in this upgrade and in nine. Then I'll try again later and it works. -Original Message- From: Jim Ruby Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2016 2:46 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: using siri to locate and call places

Re: Siri Instead of Pausing

Yes because the 2-finger doubletap is supposed to stop, not pause. I've run into that same problem. -Original Message- From: Tom Rash Sent: Saturday, September 24, 2016 9:24 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Siri Instead of Pausing Try a two finger single tap to pause. --

Re: A Happy Follow-up to an Audio Described Movie Question Originally Posted back in February, 2016

Mark, this is great. I don't do movies in ITunes often but it's nice to know they are doing more with AD. -Original Message- From: M. Taylor Sent: Saturday, September 24, 2016 1:57 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: A Happy Follow-up to an Audio Described Movie Question Original

Re: bug in latest swarm update

I haven’t seen an update since I updated it last time and the tabs were gone. I’ll check to see if there’s an update today. From: Dionesque Sent: Saturday, September 24, 2016 4:44 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: bug in latest swarm update I had this issue while using the latest Sw

Re: bug in latest swarm update

They are not labeled and I’ve also noticed that they’ve changed the way you add a new place. Yesterday when I was trying to add a private residence, it wanted me to pick a secondary category. Then it took me right back to the beginning. I’m gonna ask them about this. From: Davy Cuppens Sent:

Re: And update is available to iOS

Updating may have bugs that have been fixed or enhancements to the software. From: 'Simon w' via VIPhone Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2016 11:56 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: And update is available to iOS What is the purpose of updating your phone to the next iOS? Sent from my

Re: Voice Dream Reader Rewind Question

If you become stuck in VDR, their help file is very well done. If I don’t use the app for a while, I refer to it lots. From: Richard Turner Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2016 3:54 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Voice Dream Reader Rewind Question also, you can rewind and fast forw

Re: Help! Forgot Encrypted iTunes iPhone Backup Password

No, I was trying to make another ITunes backup and couldn't get in. -Original Message- From: Charles Spicer Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 12:04 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Help! Forgot Encrypted iTunes iPhone Backup Password Monica, Were you setting up a new phone

Re: Changing Voiceover Output To Bluetooth on IOS 10?

I think there was a bug report on this at AppleVis. There was an update the other day but I don't know if it helped with this or not. Check the IOS10 bugs on AppleVis. I'm sure one had something to do with bluetooth output. -Original Message- From: Shai Sent: Saturday, September 24,

Re: Best Practice to not Hijack Threads was Re: best practices for managing contacts across iphone and laptops

Alan, thank you for explaining this. Sometimes I’ve been guilty of deleting the original subject but leaving in the body. This makes sense to me; I just haven’t thought of it before. ss From: Alan Lemly Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2016 12:43 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Best Prac

Re: Help! Forgot Encrypted iTunes iPhone Backup Password

Monica, Were you setting up a new phone when this happened to you? Thanks, Charles On 9/26/16, Monica Jones wrote: > Nope, Charles, you are stuck with making a new encrypted password. The same > thing happened to me; it’s what I had to do. I gave it a good, secure > password that I figured I wo

Re: How on Earth can I get sticker packs for the Messages app?

I don’t even get to any messaging apps when I try that. From: englishride...@gmail.com Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2016 11:34 PM To: VIPhone Email List Subject: How on Earth can I get sticker packs for the Messages app? As the subject says, how do I do this? I'm totally stumped by the Messages

Re: _Google_Allo_—_smart_messaging_|_AppleVis

From what I understand, it's a texting app with a lot of bells and whistles. Kevin sent a message about it but I don't have it anomore. -Original Message- From: Rajmund Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 11:54 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: _Google_Allo_—_smart_messaging_|

Re: Help! Forgot Encrypted iTunes iPhone Backup Password

Nope, Charles, you are stuck with making a new encrypted password. The same thing happened to me; it’s what I had to do. I gave it a good, secure password that I figured I would remember but it taught me not to count on my memory for that. Oh, it wouldn’t let me do another encrypted one; it woul

Re: _Google_Allo_—_smart_messaging_|_AppleVis

Hi, Think I've missed parts of this, and apologies for that. What's this app about, please? Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Monica Jones To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, September 26, 2016 5:45 pm Subject: Re:_Google_Allo_–_smart_messaging_|_AppleVis

Re: upgrading

Rebecca, if I remember correctly, there is an AppleVis podcast that compares the SE to either other sixes, or maybe it was onle one. You might check it out. Next time I upgrate it will be to the seven if it is smaller than the sixPlus. Otherwise, I'll keep what I have till they do a seven variet

Re: Google Allo — smart messaging | AppleVis

Thanks bunches for the info. I won't stop using the native app but I do like to check out different apps. Apple is very good with security, I believe. -Original Message- From: Shaf Patel Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 11:44 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Google Allo —

Re: Google Allo — smart messaging | AppleVis

I apologize; I forgot to write the main part of my message. I stated that I had to creat a Google account. What I wanted to say afterward was that while I could only go so far without the Google account, this app looks very accessible. From: Kevin Chao Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 9:49

Re: Google Allo — smart messaging | AppleVis

They don't support end-to-end encryption by default. Apple services however do. On 9/26/2016 5:40 PM, Monica Jones wrote: > I installed this the other day but I have to creat a Google account > first. I closed out my old one for various reasons. > > > *From:* Kevin Chao

Re: Google Allo — smart messaging | AppleVis

I installed this the other day but I have to creat a Google account first. I closed out my old one for various reasons. From: Kevin Chao Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 9:49 PM To: viphone Subject: Google Allo — smart messaging | AppleVis http://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/social-networ

RE: upgrading

Hi, thought of restoring the backup of the 6, on the SE, but the iCloud backup? Sent from a BrailleNote - Original Message - From: "Rose Combs" Lucky, I did the 4s to 6 two years ago and it was simple, this time I have a mess on the SE. I did not really wish to have the 7 an adapter

RE: upgrading

MayBe you've got a Lemon AsItPertainsTo Your iPhoneSE I like My iPhoneSE I ReallyLike that FormFactor Not TooBig & Not TooSmall, it's Just Right But for Others SizeMatters & Bigger IS Better WhatEver Floats Your Boat At 06:16 AM 9/26/2016, you wrote: I have the SE, just got it but, having pro

Re: upgrading

Rebecca, Others have already discussed the physical differences between the iPhone SE and the 7 but you should also consider that the SE doesn't support 3D touch and the 7 does. 3D touch was introduced in September 2015 with the iPhone 6S line and allows access to additional settings or featur

RE: upgrading

Lucky, I did the 4s to 6 two years ago and it was simple, this time I have a mess on the SE. I did not really wish to have the 7 an adapter to use headphones was the main reason, something more to carry or lose or break. I looked at one, decided I like the SE form factor better but, it may go

Re: upgradin

Hi Becky. Zeb and I are doing well. It's great to hear from you. I saw a 7 this morning and it's not much bigger than the 5s. Do you have the 7+ or just the 7? What are the differences between the 7 and 7+? Thanks! Rebecca and Zeb email: rilni...@gmail.com On Sep 26, 2016, at 6:39 AM, becky kna

RE: upgrading

I have the SE, just got it but, having problems getting all my contacts to sync, seems that it has not added any since July! Also right now not able to answer it, and yes, I know how, have had an iPhone since the days of the 4 in 2011. Oddly enough my 6 which I was going to trade in works bett

Re: Apple watch

It's loud enough unless you're in a noisy environment, in which case you'll want to use a Bluetooth headset such as the Aftershokz. If your hearing aids support Bluetooth, you could probably pair the watch with them. -Shaf On 9/26/2016 12:58 PM, Lynda Ingraham wrote: > How loud is the volume on t

Re: Apple watch

How loud is the volume on the watch? I wear hearing aids and an worried I won't be able to hear it very well. Thinkinking about the new watch. Thank you. Lynda Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 25, 2016, at 6:03 AM, Paul Hunt wrote: > > Hello Jeremy. I love my Apple watch and use it all the time.

Re: upgrading

According to the specs at http://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/ the 7 and 7 Plus are the same size as the 6S and 6S Plus and are larger than the SE. On 26/09/16 05:39, becky knaub wrote: Hi Rebecca, It's Becky. I hope you and Zeb are doing well. I have the iPhone 7 and I went from a 5S to the se

Re: upgrading

the iPhone 7, is the same size as the iPhone 6 and 6s, which is 4.7 inches. it’s the plus versions of these phones wich is bigger. Dave. From: becky knaub Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 11:39 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: upgrading Hi Rebecca, It's Becky. I hope you and Zeb a

Re: upgrading

Hi Rebecca, It's Becky. I hope you and Zeb are doing well. I have the iPhone 7 and I went from a 5S to the seventh. The seven isn't as big as the six or 6S. In fact it's just a hair bigger than my 5S. It's just a touch wider and attach taller. Still perfect for pocket-size. Honestly the real est

Re: Vo sluggish after tvos update?

Hi. Yes, it is Netflix I'm having the issue with I've also noticed that though I have audio description turned on, nothing seems to be described any more. I know a particular episode has been described because I've watched it that way before the update but the DVS track is gone. Perplexed. Jen

upgrading

Hi all. I'm trying to decide which phone to upgrade to. Can you compare the SE and the seven for me as far as features go? I like the smaller screen size of the SE but wondering what other differences there are between the two. Thanks. Rebecca Ilniski and guide dog Zeb Email: rilni...@gmail.

Re: focus 14

Hi. It's not your display. X'; an email bug. I have the same problem with my focus 14 and the iPhone. Hth Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 25, 2016, at 6:17 PM, Kelsey Nicolay wrote: > > Hello, > I was hoping someone with a Focus 14 or similar size Braille display could > help. I have an ipad m