Re: RE: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Maslo
Thanks for this information. What a huge disappointment. So now we have no keyboard which is being developed. Good thing I have both right now. I wish also was better with the braille input. This (https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id922793622?pt=814382&mt=8&ct=how_i_

RE: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread Alan Lemly
Harry, I use the Fleksy keyboard for most of my input and I also find that it will become unresponsive from time to time. I've found that turning Voiceover off by pressing the home button 3 times quickly and then turning it back on the same way usually brings Fleksy back to life. Alan Le

RE: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread Alan Lemly
Michael, Fleksy was acquired by Pinterest as announced in a June 15, 2016 press release found at this link: http://fleksy.com/fleksy-acquired-by-pinterest/ I'll paste the text of that press release following my signature. >From other reading I did via Google, I gathered that Pinter

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Les Kriegler
I will send it to the list. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 28, 2016, at 8:16 PM, Kramlinger, Keith G., M.D. > wrote: > > Hi, Can you please send it to me, too! Keith > > From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of > Les Kriegler > Sent: Wednesday, December 28

RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Merv Keck
Hi, Someone who uses a hearing aid might be able to say if this will work with a hearing aid or not. But it is a very small one ear device that sits right in the ear. It is about half the size of the Voyager. It is so light it is easy to forget it is even there. It is small and diamond shaped w

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Maslo
Hi I am a customer of spectrum already and when I asked if they had a accessible box they act Ted like I was speaking a different language or thought I had four heads on my shoulder. The set top box I will ask about. This (https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id92279362

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread M.Nelson
I currently have Charter internet service but no TV service at all. Spectrum recently purchased Charter and If what you say is true and I can get accessible equipment from them, I will probably add the TV service. so thanks for this heads up. Marie From: Les Kriegler Sent: Wednesday, December

Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread M.Nelson
Could you describe this headset to me? I tried the voyager and although it was great in many respects, It was too large for me and I had too much trouble trying to keep it from falling off. And I don’t like the one with the ear buds because of my hearing aids. thanks, Marie From: Merv Keck Se

RE: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Kramlinger, Keith G., M.D.
Hi, Can you please send it to me, too! Keith From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Les Kriegler Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 6:02 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Apple TV 4th Generation Reggie, I believe any company associated with spec

Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Anthony Vece
Would anyone know if there is a stereo version of the Plantronics voyager edge? Thanks in advance Sent from my iPad > On Dec 28, 2016, at 6:56 PM, Cristóbal wrote: > > This is what I use for both my business and personal cell. Three > microphones, not too bulky like the Legend and is

RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Merv Keck
I also use the Plantronics Edge with both my iPhone 6S+ and my iPad Mini 4. I even ran it through the washer and dryer once and it still works great. Merv From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Cristóbal Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 6:57 PM To:

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Les Kriegler
Reggie, I believe any company associated with spectrum will have the set-top boxes that are accessible. And I know bright House is been acquired by spectrum, so I would expect they will have it as well. I don't have it at my fingertips, but I will send the phone number for accessibility inspect

RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Cristóbal
This is what I use for both my business and personal cell. Three microphones, not too bulky like the Legend and is charged via a standard micro USB cable. Whereas the legend uses some weird magnetic docking station. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com

Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Anthony Vece
Jen; my Plantronics edge works flawlessly with both my iPhone 7 and my iPad mini for. Sent from my iPad > On Dec 28, 2016, at 3:24 PM, Jennie Facer wrote: > > Have you looked at the Plantronics Voyager Edge? I love that thing. > > Jenn > > From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@goo

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread regina alvarado
Les, are all companies in Spectrum going to have talking remotes? I currently have Brighthouse, and I would love a talking remote. I, of course, will stay in touch with Brighthouse, but if you have any inside info, all ears and thanks! [smiley) On Dec 28, 2016, at 12:16 PM, Les Kriegler wrote:

Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread M.Nelson
You can call up Siri with a double tap on the middle of the right earpiece but still need to have the phone in front of you to interact. so far I have found that with all the BT headsets including the one which comes with the phone. Marie From: TaraPrakash Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 10

RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Don Risavy, Jr.
No not yet; but, wil do. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jennie Facer Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 2:25 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7 Have you looked at the Plantronics Voyager Ed

Re: Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Kevin Chao
I have and like the HBS-1100. Quality and latency are great! On Wed, Dec 28, 2016 at 10:36 AM Kimberly wrote: > Amazon has the 910 for $79 right now. > > Sent from Kimber's iPhone > > On Dec 28, 2016, at 11:25 AM, Chip Orange wrote: > > Hi Michael, > > > > I like the ones from LG which fit arou

RE: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Jennie Facer
Have you looked at the Plantronics Voyager Edge? I love that thing. Jenn From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Don Risavy, Jr. Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 9:03 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

Re: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone?

2016-12-28 Thread Brian Albriton
I have had much trouble with the uber website and the app. Typically, I can manage most basic things on the web such as amazon, audible.com and PayPal. I used to manage uber quite well until the more recent updates. What I’ve found with the app is that in making comments concerning drivers of fou

Re: Spotify

2016-12-28 Thread christopher hallsworth
Hi no I just think it's another option in your collection of music streaming services. I have both Apple Music and a free Spotify account. > On 28 Dec 2016, at 15:51, Lynda Ingraham wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > We purchased an Echo. It looks like Spotify is a skill that you can enable. > My q

Re: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread christopher hallsworth
And that's why I use Braille Screen Input primarily on iPad but also use it on iPhone and iPod as well instead of mBraille which could be discontinued at any time. > On 28 Dec 2016, at 19:10, Harry Bell wrote: > > I used to be a real Fleksy fan. But on iPhone 7 plus iOS 10.2, the Fleksy > keyb

Re: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone?

2016-12-28 Thread Richard
Hi Julie, I believe it is "double-tap". HTH, Richard - Original Message - From: "Julie Dawson" To: Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 3:41 PM Subject: Re: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone? What is dt? Live simply, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly And leave t

Re: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread Harry Bell
I used to be a real Fleksy fan. But on iPhone 7 plus iOS 10.2, the Fleksy keyboard often freezes, flashes at me and becomes completely unresponsive. The only solution I have found is to uninstall Fleksy. I have reported the problem but have had no response. It is important not to rely too much o

Re: Fleksy

2016-12-28 Thread candyrlowe
Michael, what is the difference between flecksy and flecksy V O? I seem to remember downloading Flecksy at one time, but, not really learning how to use it. I am always looking for better and faster ways to text and type on the iPhone. I use m braille, I use dictate, but, as you say, sometimes

Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread TaraPrakash
Can you control Siri with it Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 28, 2016, at 12:37 PM, M.Nelson wrote: > > I have tried and searched for BT headsets that I liked and I finally found > one I am very pleased with. the controls have audible feedback, pairing is > extremely simple, sound quality is g

Re: Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Kimberly
Amazon has the 910 for $79 right now. Sent from Kimber's iPhone > On Dec 28, 2016, at 11:25 AM, Chip Orange wrote: > > Hi Michael, > > I like the ones from LG which fit around your neck in a loose horseshoe > shape, but they rest on your shoulders. You pull either one or both earbuds > out

Re: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone?

2016-12-28 Thread Julie Dawson
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Re: Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread M.Nelson
I have tried and searched for BT headsets that I liked and I finally found one I am very pleased with. the controls have audible feedback, pairing is extremely simple, sound quality is good and the latency is minimal. In addition they have the band behind your neck and the cups which sit in fron

Re: question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hello, Thanks for that, that, I wasn't aware of. I know they're still selling the second generation mini, at some places, now that thing is kind of slow. I guess that's 2013 technology. Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Ben Mustill-Rose To: viphone@googlegroups.c

Re: question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread Ben Mustill-Rose
Hi, That depends though. Apple sell the 32GB mini 4 for £379 but I picked up an iPad Air 2 16GB last week for £329. The mini 4 uses 2014 technology. Even the Air 2 is aging a bit but Apple should support it until iOS 13/14 based on previous tablets so it's probably still acceptable for most consum

Re: Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Les Kriegler
Linda, the Smart TV you're talking about the Read's information on the screen is from Sampson. It reads the menus and also reads content from some services such as Netflix. I'm not sure about a talking remote, but I will tell you that Time-Warner has been taken over by spectrum. Spectrum does ha

Re: Navigan questions?

2016-12-28 Thread Jan Kleinhans
Hi Thanks very much. I wonder if this is a problem with our country's release then? I have a friend in another town with exactly the same problem as I have, so this is very strange. Thanks for confirming that it does actually work then. Regards Jan - Original Message - From: R

Re: question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hello Ben, The price. They are cheaper, as they are not as powerful, and are smaller. That's my biggest reason for considering one. Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Ben Mustill-Rose To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 4:55 pm Subject:

Re: question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread Ben Mustill-Rose
Hi, The mini is noticeably less powerful than the pro and any other iPad come to think about it. Short of the smaller screen, I really don't see any reason why anyone should consider one today. Cheers, Ben. On 12/28/16, Jennie Facer wrote: > Hi, > > The only difference between the iPad Pro and

Re: Navigan questions?

2016-12-28 Thread Richard Turner
I just tried it and just searching for a first name, got the person in the contacts immediately. I assume there has to be an address in the contact, but beyond that, nothing special. Not sure why it wouldn't work. Richard A guy walks into a bar. He says, "Ouch On Dec 28, 2016, at 6:08 AM, Jan

RE: Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Don Risavy, Jr.
Do these provide audio or verbal feedback? From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chip Orange Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 10:26 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Bluetooth headsets Hi Michael, I like the ones from LG which fit

removal drive

2016-12-28 Thread David Petrilli
Hi;everyone I have an external drive that has a lighting connector as well as a usb.the unit is called iKlips.I installed the app on my 5s,when I plug in the drive it asks to access the app I say yes.The app opens the only option is menu when I double tap voice over does not read anything. So

Re: Finding my Lost IPhone

2016-12-28 Thread Richard Turner
The find my iPhone app should be on your touch. If it isn't, install it. Log in and it should show your devices. You should be able to tap on your iPhone and find it. You can lock it, erase it, have it start playing a very loud sound, etc. HTH, Richard A guy walks into a bar. He says, "Ouch On

RE: Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Chip Orange
Hi Michael, I like the ones from LG which fit around your neck in a loose horseshoe shape, but they rest on your shoulders. You pull either one or both earbuds out of the base unit (they extend on wires) to use it, and when done you press a button and the wires automatically wind the earbud

Re: How do I work the sound captures in iTunes?

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hi Sandy, I know what you are trying to accomplish, I did the same, except that for the US APP store, as I'm in the UK. So, after logging out, go app store, updates, purchased, and you will see, sign in. Click that. Now, you will see use existing, or create new. You click the latter. Not sure wh

Re: Contact details

2016-12-28 Thread Ann Smith
I am really enjoying the replies to this thread ha ha. Downtown mistress. In some cases, you might have to add another contact. You might have to name that divorce attorney. Have fun.😨 Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 28, 2016, at 9:54 AM, Kelly Pierce wrote: > > You would identify them in a rela

Bluetooth headsets for use with IPhone 7

2016-12-28 Thread Don Risavy, Jr.
Wondered what do any of you recommend for a good comfortable Bluetooth had set either in or over the ear that isn't that expensive; but, has good quality and accessible to with the possibility of audio prompts? Thanks. -- The following information is important for all members of the V i

Re: How do I work the sound captures in iTunes?

2016-12-28 Thread 'Sandratomkins' via VIPhone
thank you, However The reason I am creating a new Apple ID is so that I can access the UK store for free apps. specifically, the Alexa app. now, I have tried to do what you suggested, previously, but I never actually found a "create new ID" option. but I do get to see existing Apple ID in a tex

RE: Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Sieghard Weitzel
There is not a single one out there which won’t have at least a small amount of lag, that is at present just the nature of bluetooth. It also doesn’t matter if it’s bluetooth 2.1, 3.0, 4.0 or 4.1, the version means nothing. I have a very old and inexpensive Outdoor Tech stereo bluetooth headset

Re: Contact details

2016-12-28 Thread Kelly Pierce
You would identify them in a relationship status that is meaningful to you. For example if your second Kate is your downtown mistress, you would use the phrase downtown mistress in the relationship edit field. Similarly, if David is your weightlifting partner, then you would list him as your weigh

Apple TV 4th Generation

2016-12-28 Thread Lynda Ingraham
Hi everyone, Will the Apple TV help us access content on Time Warner Cable? If not, a friend heard about a talking remote that might be useful with standard cable services. Does anyone know what it is called? Also, I thought I heard there is a new smart tv on the market that reads the content

Spotify

2016-12-28 Thread Lynda Ingraham
Hi Everyone, We purchased an Echo. It looks like Spotify is a skill that you can enable. My question is, I already have Apple Music. It looks like you can import your Apple Music into the Ammazon Music app. Is there any advantage to switching to Spotify--better selection etc.? Thank you,

Re: question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread Jennie Facer
Hi, The only difference between the iPad Pro and the iPad mini is its size. If you don't want something too big, I would go with the iPad Pro 9.7 inch. There are two sizes of the pro. There is the one I just mentioned and then the 12.9 inch. As far as doing things on a windows PC, you can do mo

question about iPad.

2016-12-28 Thread christopher huby
Good afternoon all, I know this may be slightly off topic but if some one could help me I would be most grateful. Please reply off list so as not to cause upset. I am thinking of getting an ipad and want to know what the difference is between the ipad pro and the ipad mini and if there

Re: How do I work the sound captures in iTunes?

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hello, First, I'd be willing to help you through this step by step privately, if that helps. Second, if you go settings, app store, log out your existing one, and choose create a new ID, you will have no captchas, or anything to deal with. It's a simple filling out the fields thing at that point

Bluetooth headsets

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Maslo
Hi list, I was wondering what people think is the best Bluetooth headset. Most I have tried have latency problems while typing. I prefer two ear headset which either go in the ear or sit on top of the ear. I do not like the jaw bone. Any suggestions or ideas would be appreciated. Thanks i

How do I work the sound captures in iTunes?

2016-12-28 Thread 'Sandratomkins' via VIPhone
Hi, I am trying to create a new apple id, I get to the point of entering the sound capture, but if I choose "new challenge" or whatever it is called, I can't enter the characters as the edit field is above the new challenge field. I did manage it once, but then just got the option for another c

Navigan questions?

2016-12-28 Thread Jan Kleinhans
Hi all We had a update to the navigan app here in South Africa, and some of the new features just won't work for me, and I am hoping someone can help. The latest update is suppose to be able to see contacts with addresses on your phone, and also have a microphone button if you wanted to use the

Re: Finding my Lost IPhone

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hello, As long as your iCloud was logged in, you were good. Sent from a Braille Sense - Original Message - From: Terrie Terlau To: viphone@googlegroups.com Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 1:38 pm Subject: RE: Finding my Lost IPhone > > > Hi Kelly, > Thank you for your reply. Unfo

Re: Finding my Lost IPhone

2016-12-28 Thread Rajmund
Hello, If you look around on the iPod, you should find find my iPhone, on the home screen. Log in, and track it with your iPod. No sighted help needed, at least it worked when I looked for fun. It will read out the phone's last known address, and sighted can see the map. Sent from a Braille S

RE: Finding my Lost IPhone

2016-12-28 Thread Terrie Terlau
Hi Kelly, Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, I did't have Find My IPhone open when I lost the phone. Thank you again! Best, Terrie -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kelly Pierce Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 10:36 PM

RE: Finding my Lost IPhone

2016-12-28 Thread Terrie Terlau
Hi Richard, Thank you very much. I don't know what it means to "Sign into iPhone" on another device. I have an ipod. Do I go to a website called Find My iphone or do I go to Find my iPhone in my ipod's settings? Thanks very much for your help! Terrie -Original Message- From: viphone@goog

Re: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone?

2016-12-28 Thread Robert Doc Wright
do the following: 1. dt menu 2. dt settings 3. dt personal 4. dt email receipts 5. dt save - Original Message - From: Jim Portillo To: Jim Portillo Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 10:40 AM Subject: Editing account on Uber App on iPhone? Good morning, As those of

Re: Contact details

2016-12-28 Thread Robert Doc Wright
Question, if you get another contact named Kate or David how will you tell them apart? - Original Message - From: "Danijela Popović" To: Sent: Monday, December 26, 2016 1:11 PM Subject: Contact details Hi friends, Today I need an explanation for the Contacts app. I think the best wa

Re: How do I get back to my kindle bookshelf?

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Feir
You're stuck in the minor menu. Getting there is the first of three steps needed to exit a book and get back to the library. Once you're in that minor menu, you need to look around the top left. If you land on an option like xray view, flick left and you should eventually reach where it says "menu.

Re: Neato app problems

2016-12-28 Thread Lois Butterfield
Hi Chip, I don’t see an article or a link to one. It sounds like an interesting read though. Do you have a link you could send, please? Thanks, Lois From: Chip Orange Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 7:48 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Neato app problems Hi all, I remember se

Re: Trying to get the Alexa App from the UK store, from Ireland

2016-12-28 Thread Shawn Krasniuk
Yes, you do have to sign out of your current Apple ID first, then you can make your new Apple ID. Shawn Sent From My White MacBook Facebook Username: Shawn Krasniuk Twitter Handle: shawnk_aka_bbs Skype username: bbstheblindrapper Facetime: bbssh...@icloud.com > On Dec 28, 2016, at 3:26 AM, 'Sand

Re: Trying to get the Alexa App from the UK store, from Ireland

2016-12-28 Thread 'Sandratomkins' via VIPhone
thank you! However, a small problem: where do I go to set up a new Apple ID using my iPhone? I have taken a look in iCloud, but can't find an option there, unless, I have to sign out of the existing one first? All help gratefully received, Sandy sent from the dark side of the moon > On 26 Dec 2