Re: KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

I just attempted to subscribe to the list, and I received a message stating that the form is too old and that I needed to get it again. What does this mean? Sent from my iPhone Liz Ulrich and leader Dog hope HTTP://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ELIZABETH.ULRICH.1 > On May 12, 2017, at 11:40 PM, David A

RE: Question regarding Android, and Apple music

Terri, As long as you have your Apple Id you can certainly pay your Dollar for the 50 Gb storage, but if you don't have any iOS devices and only an Apple TV I don't know why you would want iCloud storage. It is for backing up documents and photos to iCloud and not much else. As for your questi

Question regarding Android, and Apple music

Hello everyone, As I mentioned in an earlier message, a few days ago, I am giving Android a shot! I have nothing at all against Apple products. I am learning my Mac, and am enjoying it. Also, I will definitely keep my Apple TV. I just wanted to give Android a chance, and see what I think of i

RE: soundlink evolve +

Personally I think the number of Watts is only somewhat of an indication maybe how powerful/loud a speaker might be, certainly in audio file equipment it means very little. You can buy tube amps with 25 Watts which cost $10,000 and here how many watts the thing has means absolutely nothing. If y

Re: KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

There is a KNFB-Reader list, where there is lots of good info. To join go to: http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/reader-users_nfbnet.org Dave At 02:08 PM 5/12/2017, you wrote: Hello! I have been considering purchasing the KNFB reader for quite some time, but I have not been in the positi

Re: Good Bible app

Biblegateway is pretty good. The Bible app by Youversion is good also. -- Devin Prater Assistive Technology instructor in training at World services for the blind; JAWS certified. Sent from Discordia using Gnus for Emacs. "Robbie Miller" writes: > Hello all, I’m looking for a good bible app fo

Good Bible app

Hello all, I'm looking for a good bible app for my iPhone. Thanks in advance. Robbie millerrob...@comcast.net -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running

Kanopy

Is anyone using canopy through their local library or university? I've signed up for it and it's interesting with lots of great offerings, but not everything is labeled and not everywhere is accessible using voice over. For instance, if I play a movie and it comes to the end Or I want to stop

Re: A question about the Voice dream reader

OK on voice dream reader you want to go to where it shows headings and you can choose to skip headings by either paragraphs or chapters or whatever you choose to go through then what you do is go to where it says pause and you can swipe up or down on pause depending on what heading you selected

Re: A question about the Voice dream reader

If the book is marked up correctly, the chapters are probably headings. To the right of the play button is the navigation menu. Touch that, and flick down until it says heading, or chapter, depending on the book. Then, touch the play button again. Each flick down will now jump ahead to the next h

Seeking info for Jaws ITunes scripts?

Are there any Jaws for Itunes scripts? Back in I think 2011 I used ones called BlindTunes which really made ITunes a breeze to use! I used ITunes back then with an IPod Nano 5th Generation, and I'm returning to the use of ITunes so I can use my iPhone 5S as an mP3 player of sorts, bjut I'm kind

Re: KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

The second generation has square legs so they do not get out of alignment when you move the stand on the table as easily as with the round legs. The cut out where you place the camera. The microsuction tape on the top is wider and turned so it goes from that camera cut out toward the back so mor

A question about the Voice dream reader

Hi all, so here is my question I am using an iPhone 7 and have the latest update. What I want to know is this, if I want to go to were certain chapter let's say I'm at chapter 15 and I want to go to chapter 20, how do I do that? I looked at the help file and don't understand. Thank you in advanc

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

I got it and I like it so far. > On May 12, 2017, at 3:15 PM, Merv Keck wrote: > > Hi, > For me it is voice controlled. I don't need a phone or a computer to use it. > Which I do for skype and the other applications you stated. And I can use it > as a wireless intercom or to talk and message a

Re: KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

Hi all, I have both scanning devices and K and NFB reader, what's the difference between the second generation? Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2017, at 4:26 PM, Richard Turner > wrote: > > > Liz, > It really depends on what kinds of things you plan to scan as to whether KNFB > is worth th

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

anna, TapTapSee isn't designed for text, though it is surprising some of the results one can get that were clearly text recognition, like who an envelope is addressed to. But, But, if you are not dealing with paper scanning, and want object identification, it is worth the wait sometimes. As Chi

Re: KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

Liz, It really depends on what kinds of things you plan to scan as to whether KNFB is worth the price. It is very fast, you can add pages to a document and save it as one file, it has a batch mode so you can scan a bunch of pages and then have them all recognized at once. It has a document stan

apple ID, updates for Mac Mini

I have questions that are about my Mac Mini but mostly about apple ID. If it shows I have 3 updates in the app store, does it mean I am logged in? I can use my ID and password fine on iPhone and iPad, but I cannot download updates on my Mac. I find a place to put in my password, but it will not

Does anyone know how I can link my Twitter and Facebook accounts so I can simultaneously post to both?

Hi all Apologies for cross-posting, but I'm hoping someone might know the answer to this/be able to help me. I have a Twitter and a Facebook account, and I'd like to be able to link the 2 so that I can simultaneously post to both. I'm using IOS. A friend told me that it was possible, and gave

Youtube on the iPad

Hello folks, I noticed lately that controlling the forward or backward on the track position is only fifteen second increments or decrements with each flick. In the past it used to be ten percent of the length of the audio or video one is playing. Both are not good. The ten percent increment/

RE: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

Hi, For me it is voice controlled. I don't need a phone or a computer to use it. Which I do for skype and the other applications you stated. And I can use it as a wireless intercom or to talk and message across the country or world without picking up a phone or taking my focus away from whatever

KNFB reader and ScanJig stand.

Hello! I have been considering purchasing the KNFB reader for quite some time, but I have not been in the position to buy the app. Now I am able to purchase KNFB Reader, but before I put money in to this App, I would like to know how people find this App. Is it worth the investment. Also, if I

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thank you, Paula! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul and Paula Jordan Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 12:44 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Hi Anna. Good for you for seeking advice before you put do

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thanks From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kathy Brandt Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 1:05 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Are used recently to read K cups and label from a 32 ounce bottle. I turned the

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thank you very much Chip! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chip Orange Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 1:09 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Also, in additipon to use of OCR, you might find it more helpf

Re: Dvorak keyboard layout

no, no built-in Dvorak keyboard. It would be rather easy for Apple to do that. They have other keyboards that I know nothing about. Richard > On May 12, 2017, at 11:20 AM, christopher hallsworth > wrote: > > Hi is there not one built into iOS? There is one if you use a hardware > keyboard.

Re: Dvorak keyboard layout

Hi is there not one built into iOS? There is one if you use a hardware keyboard. > On 12 May 2017, at 06:18, Nimer Jaber wrote: > > Hello, > > I am writing to inquire if anyone has found any accessible DVORAK keyboard > layout solution. I have looked, however have not been successful. I found

RE: Introducing myself

Hello Nimer, Welcome to the list. People here are very knowledgeable. I hope you receive the help you are seeking. Connie -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Nimer Jaber Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 1:15 AM To: viphone@googlegr

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Eople wanting a free OCR option should have a look at Prizmo Go. Overall, I quite like KNFB Reader's guidance regarding taking a good picture. However, I was out for a stroll this morning and found a sign near my building. Thought I'd give Prizmo Go a try and it actually did a better job than KNFB

Re: Dvorak keyboard layout

I think the other annoyance of using a 3rd-party keyboard is that you then lose things like dictation, and Braille Screen Input unless you switch back to the iOS keyboard... at least that is how it seems to work for me. Is everyone on list using the default iOS input methods? If not, what other inp

Re: Dvorak keyboard layout

Hello, I will contact the dev. I had tried it, but ran into letters/words not speaking, sometimes letters not being typed, letters not being echoed as I backspaced, etc... but I will give it another go, and will reach out to the dev to see if they are willing to make some improvements. Thanks for

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Also, in additipon to use of OCR, you might find it more helpful to get a good barcode reader for bottles and boxes such as Digit-Eyes (which I think is $10), when it is able to read the barcode you usually get all the info you could want (and quite clearly). Chip From: viphone@google

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Are used recently to read K cups and label from a 32 ounce bottle. I turned the bottle around such that after several scans I came to where the directions were for my product. As for the cake ups, I read off of the top part, not raising the camera high so that could read what was on the plastic

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Hi Anna. Good for you for seeking advice before you put down that much money for an app. I don’t have much luck with boxes or bottles with KNFB reader. I use either bespecular or be my eyes for those chores. Both those apps are free and work well. God bless! Paula and Garcon From: vipho

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

I just did a test and it worked fine. I made sure to slowly enunciate k n f b before saying reader. - Original Message - From: Marie To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 8:51 AM Subject: Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader On my 7 it will not st

Re: copying music from phone to itunes for windows

dam I sent a email to Candisoft about copytoy and windows 10. When I get a response I will forward it to you. - Original Message - From: Adam Morris To: viPhone Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 7:52 PM Subject: Re: copying music from phone to itunes for windows Hi Robert and a

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

Thanks for your help I'll try that and see if I can find it. > On May 12, 2017, at 11:38 AM, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: > > James, where are you from? If you're not from the US, you won't get it. If > so, look for Amazon Alexa. > > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 12, 2017, at 9:21 AM, James Gib

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thank you, Gentlemen! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike Ulrich Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 10:40 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Well let me just say that we of the male persuasion; completely a

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thank you very much Lynda! From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Lynda Ingraham Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 10:36 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Hi, KNFB Reader works very well with standard text. It c

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Thanks Richard! TapTapSee takes forever to give a response and I’ve not even tried it for reading. I’ll give Prizmo a try. The site for directions you suggest sounds very useful as long as it has enough data in its database; I look forward to try it. Thanks again, anna From: viphone@googlegrou

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Yeah, I agree regarding SIRI's strange behavior sometimes. If I say to text a particular phone number, most of the time it works fine. But about one out of ten times, she will say "You don't seem to have an app for that". Oh well... Pam From: viphone

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

James, where are you from? If you're not from the US, you won't get it. If so, look for Amazon Alexa. Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2017, at 9:21 AM, James Gibson wrote: > > If you guys have the link email the link to me that way I can click on it and > download it that way. Thanks! > >>

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

On my 7 it will not start with either command? From: Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 8:13 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader Hi Richard, same here, you just have to say “Open KNFB” and not “Open KNFB Reader”. I have it on my main

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Well let me just say that we of the male persuasion; completely appreciate your attention to going through the hassle of trying to read cosmetic and personal care labels ETC, as even us blind guy’s appreciate a good looking lady Every now and then, OK all the time! I can’t imagine all the ha

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Hi, KNFB Reader works very well with standard text. It can be a little more difficult with packaging. I believe it is due to the various sizes of the print and fonts on most packaging. I tend to use Tap Tap See for packages more than KNFB Reader. Also, you can use Be My Eyes. Given the last

Re: Introducing myself

welcome to the list.I have a i pad mini second-generation you will enjoy this list a lot -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, p

Re: Introducing myself

Hi Nimer, I know you from the Eyes Free list. This list is great and you can get lots of very good information from the members here. Welcome to IOS. Marie -Original Message- From: Nimer Jaber Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 10:15 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Introducing myse

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

If you guys have the link email the link to me that way I can click on it and download it that way. Thanks! > On May 12, 2017, at 8:33 AM, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: > > Here's another thought. I wonder if one has to have Wi-Fi calling enabled to > use this feature. If so, then that's probably why

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

I still cannot find the app. And I'm spelling it correctly. > On May 12, 2017, at 8:33 AM, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: > > Here's another thought. I wonder if one has to have Wi-Fi calling enabled to > use this feature. If so, then that's probably why it's not working for me. > > > Sent from my iP

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

No, save your money. Have you tried TapTapSee? It is free, and you can take a picture of an item and it will tell you what it is. Then, if you need directions, go to that web site www.directionsforme.com and put in the product name and you can find all of the inf

RE: soundlink evolve +

Well the total watts put out figure is not generally listed in the manuals, Most times, you’re hard pressed to find that spec. I don’t know why most Bluetooth speaker companies play that game? I know I’m old school, but I’d still like to know that particular spec on a speaker. From: viphone

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Hi Richard! I don’t deal with paper documents very often, everything is pretty much on the computer. The biggest issue is reading instructions, directions, and even the names of products like personal care, cosmetics, closing tags etc. Guys cannot understand how important it is for a woman Do y

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Yes I'm having the same issue and I am still on 10.21 with my 5C. Vivian and Barbee "That's Barbee with 2 E's and not the doll." blazie.g...@gmail.com -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Michael D. Ulrich Sent: Thursday, May

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Bottles are difficult for any OCR app because of the curved surface. Also, the widely varying fonts and sizes and sometimes lack of contrast makes it difficult. That being said, if the label is not too odd, it can work. Boxes can be OK but again, it depends on if the font is not too fancy and h

Re: soundlink evolve +

I find it very accessible. In order to have Bose connect play music you must first start playing music from whatever app you normally use and then it will continue from there. For example, I open the music app and start a song. I then switch to bose connect and it will show me the controls, the

Re: soundlink evolve +

I will have to find out because I don't recall seeing that in the owner's guide. - Original Message - From: Mike Ulrich To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 12:26 PM Subject: RE: soundlink evolve + Would you happen to know how many watts it throws out?

Re: sound link evolve +

I got mine from QVC. you can also purchase them from www.bose.com QVC offers payment plans of $49.99 and $39.99 plus tax. Each is a six month plan. - Original Message - From: Casey To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 10:42 PM Subject: Re: sound link ev

RE: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Hi Richard and Sandy! I’m considering buying KNFB app. Would you please tell me if it works with print materials only or can also read labels on boxes and bottles. Thank you very much From: 'Sandratomkins' via VIPhone [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 4:10 AM To: vipho

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

Here's another thought. I wonder if one has to have Wi-Fi calling enabled to use this feature. If so, then that's probably why it's not working for me. Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2017, at 4:20 AM, Liz and LD Hope > wrote: > > This does work outside the US. I talked to a friend from A

Re: Dvorak keyboard layout

Have you tried the one in the app store called Dvorak for all? It is free, and while it doesn't echo the words after you finish typing, it seems accessible to me. If you contacted the developer, he may be able to make some changes to make it more useful with VoiceOver. Here is the app store link

RE: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

This does work outside the US. I talked to a friend from Australia using Alexa. It really is not a huge deal. It is yet another bit of technology in the tool box. It is simply a hands free method of quick messaging and making calls. Liz Ulrich and LD Hope -- The following information is i

RE: sound link evolve +

I assume this refers to the Bose Sound Link “Revolve +” not “Evolve +”. If so, Casey, the place to get all the information from the horse’s mouth would be the Bose website and the place where you are likely to see the best price and reviews is, as always, Amazon. Of course you can also just Goog

Re: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

also to add to this I assume this only works in the us? just as almost all of the other features of Alexa do? from Mich. -Original Message- From: Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Friday, May 12, 2017 4:46 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging Just

RE: Introducing Alexa calling and messaging

Just out of curiocity, what is the big deal with this? OK, so you can now call or message other Alexa users which I assume is what is happening, but then again how is this different from using Skype, Whats App, Facebook Messenger or any one of a variety of voip apps? -Original Message-

Re: unable to use Siri to start KNFB reader

Richard, Thank you! Omitting the word "reader" now works on my iPhone 6 running the latest iOS. Sandy sent from the dark side of the moon > On 12 May 2017, at 03:16, Richard Turner wrote: > > > Interesting. > On my iPod Touch 6th generation, I can say either, Open KNFB, or open KNFB > reader