Re: Safari question

Put links into your rotor. Then when within the text, turn the rotor to links, and do a one-finger swipe up or down until you find the link you want, and double tap. Arnold Schmidt Sent from Arnold's iPhone S E 2 On Sep 7, 2021, at 5:42 PM, Donald Roberts wrote: This is so basic that

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Oh I see, A second event in September. Speech rate must be to high. Mind you don’t they usually release or announce iPads and computers earlier in the year like march or similar? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Wednesday, 8 September 2021 1:13 pm To:

RE: the Alex voice

Nuance developed the Vocalizer voices, which make up most of the voices you have available to you on the iPhone. I'm not sure who developed Alex, but if it was Nuance, then it's an exclusive for Apple. Nuance the company was acquired by Microsoft earlier this year. -- Christopher (AKA CJ)

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Richard did not say there was an event on the 2nd of September, he said " The rumors I’ve heard about the second September event would be for new iPads or other hardware not covered on the 14th" This refers to a rumoured second event in September after the 14th since Apple has confirmed an

Re: Gasping panting Alex, YECH! If human readers in any of my subscribed services made all those assumed extra human noises, I would be screaming for a refund!

Yes Richard, noticed that after it was sent. Reminds me of being toldmy fly was open but I had both hands full at the time. On 2021-09-07 7:21 p.m., Richard Turner wrote: Doug, Your message ended up in the subject field. I just thought you may want to know that. Richard “Reality is the

RE: Gasping panting Alex, YECH! If human readers in any of my subscribed services made all those assumed extra human noises, I would be screaming for a refund!

Doug, Your message ended up in the subject field. I just thought you may want to know that. Richard "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it." - Jane Wagner My Web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of doug parisian

RE: Find my iPhone

If you have another phone with find my ipHone set up using the same apple id as the lost device, Then you should be able to open the app and follow the prompts to locate the lost device. However you could run in to issues if the battery is dead. Also an apple watch has a ping iPHone feature

Gasping panting Alex, YECH! If human readers in any of my subscribed services made all those assumed extra human noises, I would be screaming for a refund!

On 2021-09-07 7:10 p.m., Simon A Fogarty wrote: Alex I thought was developed by a company called Nuonce which apple then purchased And I believe added to *From:*viphone@googlegroups.com *On Behalf Of *Sieghard Weitzel *Sent:* Wednesday, 8 September 2021 5:22 am *To:*

RE: the Alex voice

Alex I thought was developed by a company called Nuonce which apple then purchased And I believe added to From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Wednesday, 8 September 2021 5:22 am To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: the Alex voice Alex was developed by

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Well they always do the event on a Tuesday USA time, But they would I think announce on the 14th and then release at the following weekend Either way I’m looking forward to hearing what they have. But I’m still questioning if I should get a new phone this year or wait and see wht happens

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Richard, You got any issues with black cats and or walking under ladders? Or your really not worried and just leep the bad stuff off in your coffin bed? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Wednesday, 8 September 2021 6:13 am To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject:

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Um, Richard, If there was an event on the 2nd September We’ve missed it this year, But there should be another one of those next year. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Wednesday, 8 September 2021 6:16 am To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Apple Event is

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

But does it really matter which day of the week you were born, So long as you know you were born! And besides, Richards just gotta remember, He’s a hell of a lot younger than Alfred was. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Wednesday, 8 September 2021 6:30 am To:

What Browser does the Facebook App Use?

Hi folks, Lately, when I click on links in Facebook posts, the web browser can get really squirrely. That is to say, VO focus seems to jump around and I lose my place on the page and it’s a pain to try to get back to where I was reading. Often these pages have loads of ads, which doesn’t help

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Ah, OK, so I’m an idiot! I don’t know when the WatchOS 8 public beta started, but when I went to the WatchOS 8 beta site a few weeks ago, I saw the “Coming this fall” banner and assumed that referred to the beta when in fact it seems to refer to the public release itself. If you scroll down far

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Well, when I went and signed up for the IOS 15 beta two or three weeks ago, there still wasn’t a WatchOS beta. I’ll need to circle back around to see if it’s available now, and I want to take the plunge. I liked what I read about the changes in the Breathe app and how they’re now calling it the

RE: wi-Fi calling question

Wi-Fi is faster than most cellular and it doesn't cost you anything, so I leave It on. It only uses it if cell service is not available or at a very poor signal. Richard "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it." - Jane Wagner My Web site:

RE: A question about LTE on our iPhones

It's my understanding that if you came from GSM, you don't need LTE to do both voice and data simultaneously. This was a CDMA restriction which you don't have as you move to LTE. -- Christopher (AKA CJ) Chaltain at Outlook From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent:

RE: wi-Fi calling question

I'm not really answering your question, but I used it at my mother's in the mountains where she had very poor cellular reception. When I turned on wi-fi calling, I could make calls and send and receive text messages, so it was a life saver! -- Christopher (AKA CJ) Chaltain at Outlook From:

RE: A question about LTE on our iPhones

Thanks for that. I am not sure how I've missed that after this long with the iPhone. I wonder when they will switch that option to 4G since 3G is just about dead. A friend on Consumer Cellular just got informed that she needs a new phone because hers is 3G and they are dropping that service

Re: A question about LTE on our iPhones

You should keep LTE on, it's used for data and voice and many carriers are shutting down their 3G networks fairly soon. > On Sep 7, 2021, at 4:25 PM, Casey Wollner wrote: > > Hi I know it maybe personal choice. > But on our iPhones do you have to have LTE on for voice and data and does it >

wi-Fi calling question

Hi I have A question and that is. If you have Wi-Fi calling on or off and if you can use w-fil calling should you have that turned on like if you are at home and connected to your network? Or should you just turn it off and use our cellular network? -- The following information is important for

RE: A question about LTE on our iPhones

Richard, you can still turn off LTE and limit the data connection to 3G by going into Settings > Cellular > cellular Data Options The first item in Cellular is a simple on/off switch which allows you turn cellular data off altogether. The second item most likely sounds like this "Cellular Data

RE: Safari question

In text messages, it can be rather tricky. But, while in that message, turn the rotor to links and flick down. You should land on it and can double tap to activate it. HTH, Richard "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it." - Jane Wagner My Web site:

RE: Safari question

After you tap on the conversation to open it go to the message containing the link I would first try to double tap, if that doesn't work turn the rotor until you hear "Links" and then flick down and focus should move to the link and you can then double tap to activate it. -Original

RE: A question about LTE on our iPhones

ON my iPhone, there is no distinction between Cellular Data and LTE. If you plan to have internet connectivity when not on Wi-Fi, you have to have cellular data turned on. Your phone will take whichever signal is stronger. Some phone services allow wi-fi calling too. So, if you are at home with

RE: A question about LTE on our iPhones

Yes, in my opinion it should be on as it will improve call quality and I really don't know why you would want to turn off LTE and deal with the slowness of 3G networks especially when we are now on the cusp of 5G and at best you may end up prolonging your battery life by a few minutes. In all

Safari question

This is so basic that I am embarrassed to ask. I recently received an automated text message which contained a link. The message asked me to click on the link, and I really didn't know how to do so. Please explain the procedure. Thanks. Don Roberts -- The following information is important

A question about LTE on our iPhones

Hi I know it maybe personal choice. But on our iPhones do you have to have LTE on for voice and data and does it really improve things or just use up mor battery and what about the rooming future? -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Yes, those are great services; but you have to ask the question first. Since I thought I knew the answer, I never asked. But I have used the question about dates since my first iPod Touch for things I didn't know... . Later Richard "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Super easy nowadays with digital assistants like SIRI, Google or Alexa, all of them can give you a quick and to the point answer if you ask something like "What day was August 13, 1899" or "What day of the week is Christmas this year". From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

A horse is a horse of course of course! I remember the Mr. Edgehill very well. Take care everyone. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 7+! > On Sep 7, 2021, at 2:28 PM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > >  > Well then, Richard, belated happy birthday, August 13 is not so long ago! >

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

hi everyone, maybe I'm weird, but both my mother and I loved Alfred Hitchcock presents. It was a great show. Oh well. Take care. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 7+! > On Sep 7, 2021, at 2:34 PM, Richard Turner > wrote: > >  > Thanks for bursting my bubble. Somewhere

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Thanks for bursting my bubble. Somewhere along the way, I had heard Hitchcock was born on a Friday too, but unlike you, I never checked that. At least, it was the same date if not the same weekday. Richard “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.” – Jane

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Oops!  Sorry.  Misread. Maria Campbell lucky1i...@gmail.com All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good people to do nothing. --Edmund Burke On 9/7/2021 2:29 PM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: Could what? It was Richard who was born on Friday, August 13, 1954, Hitchcock was born August

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Maria, I don’t’ have that kind of macabre streak, so I would say no. Richard “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.” – Jane Wagner My Web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Tuesday,

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Could what? It was Richard who was born on Friday, August 13, 1954, Hitchcock was born August 13, 1899 which was a Sunday. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: September 7, 2021 11:25 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Apple Event is set for September 14,

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Well then, Richard, belated happy birthday, August 13 is not so long ago! Can't believe you are almost 13 years older than me, a few more years and theoretically you could be my Dad!!! Then of course there is Mr. Ed who is so old that he could be your Dad and who is more scatter-brained than my

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Could that have contributed to Hitchcock's macabre productions? Maria Campbell lucky1i...@gmail.com All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good people to do nothing. --Edmund Burke On 9/7/2021 2:13 PM, Richard Turner wrote: I’m with you Sieghard.  I was rooting for a September

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

The rumors I’ve heard about the second September event would be for new iPads or other hardware not covered on the 14th. But, since Apple doesn’t usually give more than 7 days notice of their events, time will tell. Richard “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

I’m with you Sieghard. I was rooting for a September 13th release. I was born on a Friday the 13th, so I don’t’ appreciate the superstitions about my birth date or the number 13. Alfred Hitchcock and I have the same birthday…of course his was 1899 and mine was 1954…but a fun fact anyway.

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Oh, and of course there is the possibility it could be called the iPhone 12S. It will be interesting how the event title "California Streaming" will relate to the event, usually Apple's event titles are somewhat important when it comes to what will be revealed. And then there are even some

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

The September even is always primarily about hardware, iOS 15 was introduced during the WWDC even in June. Yes, of course Apple will mention iOS 15 in connection with whatever they reveal about the new hardware because there maybe iOS 15 features which only work on the latest hardware and they

RE: the Alex voice

We won’t know until next Tuesday. Richard “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it.” – Jane Wagner My Web site: https://www.turner42.com From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Star Gazer Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 10:34 AM To:

RE: the Alex voice

Thank you. Does anybody know if we’ll get new voices and other sounds to choose from? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 1:25 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: the Alex voice

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Christopher, I am not running the Watch beta, but the beta web site would seem to indicate it is available. But, I’m sure they will talk about the next Watch, Series 7. You can check out all the Watch OS 8 features at: watchOS 8 Preview - Apple At

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

Last time I checked, which was a few weeks ago, they had the highlights posted for the next version of WatchOS, but the beta wasn’t available yet. Therefore, I’m guessing they may talk about what’s coming in WatchOS, but I don’t think they’ll be pushing anything out next week, except maybe the

RE: the Alex voice

Some of the iPhone voices like Samantha and Tom are Vocalizer voices, same as what is available in Jaws. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Star Gazer Sent: September 7, 2021 7:45 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: the Alex voice Thank you. How do I get the vocalizer

RE: the Alex voice

I use the American SIRI female voice as my primary voice on my iPhone 11, usually at 65% and sometimes 70%, but I have never felt there was any lag of any type. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Devin Prater Sent: September 7, 2021 7:33 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re:

Re: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

I'm sure iOS 15, iPhone 13, possibly Watch Series 7, and maybe more. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 7, 2021, at 10:14 AM, Star Gazer wrote:  For what, the big IOS 15 release? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 1:07 PM To:

RE: the Alex voice

Alex was developed by Apple so I highly doubt it will ever be available on Android. Then of course I believe Eloquence can be used on Android phones and that would be awesome although for me personally it certainly is not enough incentive to switch. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf

RE: Unlocking an iPhone

It is definitely something the original owner needs to do before they sell the iPhone and anybody who intends to buy a used iPhone needs to remember one thing: Buyer beware Fortunately and as a comment for anybody in Canada, carriers here are no longer allowed to lock phones or charge to have

RE: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

For what, the big IOS 15 release? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 1:07 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific I just checked the Apple Events page and the event is listed

Apple Event is set for September 14, at 10AM Pacific

I just checked the Apple Events page and the event is listed there for next Tuesday, the 14th at the usual 10AM Pacific. So, that is no longer a rumored date, but a confirmed date by Apple. Richard "Reality is the leading cause of stress for those who are in touch with it." - Jane Wagner My

RE: Find my iPhone

Hi I have used find my I phone when I have miss placed it. what you do is tern it on and then go to it after it is turned on and it will omit a beep continulessley until you find your phone. You can also use it on a I pad or any other I divice. From Mich. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On

RE: Find my iPhone

Open Find my iPhone on your device that you have. If your misplaced device has any charge left, it should show up in the list assuming Find my iPhone was on that phone. Double tap the device. It should tell you how far the device is from you. Flick right until you get to play a sound and double

Re: Notes versus word when it comes to device syncing, dictation, and Trustworthierback ups?

sounds like a great idea. Thanks for the info. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 7+! > On Sep 7, 2021, at 11:39 AM, Duane Steele wrote: > > Besides echoing what Richard has said about Voice Dream Writer, I want to > add that these days, I do a lot of writing with my iPhone

Re: Notes versus word when it comes to device syncing, dictation, and Trustworthierback ups?

Besides echoing what Richard has said about Voice Dream Writer, I want to add that these days, I do a lot of writing with my iPhone and Braille device. Editing's easy in Voice Dream Writer, and if someone dictates something to you and you write in this APP, whatever you write is much more

Find my iPhone

I need information about how to use find my iPhone. I have misplaced mine, but hopefully it is still in the house. I am certain that I turned it on a long time ago but never have had a reason to use it until now. Perhaps I should mention that I tried phoning but the call immediately went to the

Re: the Alex voice

I like Alex on my computer and Samantha on my iPhone. I have my speed for her, Samantha that is, at 70%. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 7+! > On Sep 7, 2021, at 9:28 AM, Paula Jordan wrote: > > Interesting. I, too, use Alex at a speed somewhere between 55 and 65. I >

Re: the Alex voice

I have the Alex voice on my computer as well, and I also like the breathing aspect. He sounds really cool. Take care, everyone, and stay safe! I know, I'm kind of getting tired of that expression myself, but I still say it anyway. Esther Sent From Esther's Amazing and Awesome iPhone 7+! > On

Re: the Alex voice

As a neck user, I’ve always used Alex on that platform. I have gotten used to him, and the breathing for me is one of the hallmarks of the Alex voice, and why the Alex voice is so good. Now in iOS 7, are used to use Samantha, because Alex wasn’t available in iOS. But as soon as I got iOS 8.1.3

RE: the Alex voice

The built-in voices are from Vocalizer. I prefer Tom Enhanced over Alex hands down. Alex may be more natural because of his fake breathing, but his pronunciation drives me up a wall. I don’t remember any specific examples, but Tom has far fewer pronunciation issues and is very responsive.

RE: Notes versus word when it comes to device syncing, dictation, and Trustworthierback ups?

Word is awful for editing on the iPhone. Notes is fine. I prefer Voice Dream Writer $9.99. When you go back to a document in process, you always land where you left off. It has a spell checker. It has several advanced editing features. You can export to RTF to keep your paragraphs, headings,

RE: the Alex voice

Thank you. How do I get the vocalizer voices? I thought I had to use the Iphone voices that came with the phone? From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Devin Prater Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 10:33 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: the Alex voice When I use a Siri

Re: the Alex voice

When I use a Siri voice, it lags a bit. Alex, and the Vocalizer voices, don't do that. Devin Prater r.d.t.pra...@gmail.com gemini://tilde.pink/~devinprater/ On Tue, Sep 7, 2021 at 9:25 AM Star Gazer wrote: > Can you explain more responsive ? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 7, 2021, at

Re: the Alex voice

Can you explain more responsive ? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 7, 2021, at 09:09, Devin Prater wrote: > >  > Yes, because he sounds the most natural, as well as being the most > responsive. I like him around 55 to 65%. > Devin Prater > r.d.t.pra...@gmail.com >

Re: the Alex voice

Oh it's still there, just not so present when it's not reading a long text. Devin Prater r.d.t.pra...@gmail.com gemini://tilde.pink/~devinprater/ On Tue, Sep 7, 2021 at 8:28 AM Paula Jordan wrote: > Interesting. I, too, use Alex at a speed somewhere between 55 and 65. I > haven’t noticed the

Re: the Alex voice

No, it cannot. Devin Prater r.d.t.pra...@gmail.com gemini://tilde.pink/~devinprater/ On Tue, Sep 7, 2021 at 8:31 AM hshaneclark wrote: > Hi , > > Just curious, can this particular voice be used with Android? I've heard > it a few times and like it myself, would be nice to have on my phone if

RE: the Alex voice

Yes, that breathing thing he does creeps me the hell out! -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Joshua Hendrickson Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 9:25 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: the Alex voice I keep my speed rate for all voices to

Re: the Alex voice

Hi , Just curious, can this particular voice be used with Android? I've heard it a few times and like it myself, would be nice to have on my phone if there was a way. Shane. On Sep 7, 2021 at 9:09 AM, Devin Prater wrote: Yes, because he sounds the most natural, as well as being the most

RE: the Alex voice

Interesting. I, too, use Alex at a speed somewhere between 55 and 65. I haven’t noticed the annoying breathing problem in quite some time. With any luck and God’s good grace, that little annoyance is gone for good. Have a safe and healthy day. God bless! Paula and the pups -Original

Re: the Alex voice

I keep my speed rate for all voices to 57%. I've used Alex before. He is pretty good. I just don't have him downloaded at the moment because I don't have all that much space on my 256 gig iPhone. I really don't like that breathing thing he does. Although I have heard him read some text to

Re: the Alex voice

Yes, because he sounds the most natural, as well as being the most responsive. I like him around 55 to 65%. Devin Prater r.d.t.pra...@gmail.com gemini://tilde.pink/~devinprater/ On Wed, Aug 25, 2021 at 10:56 PM Casey Wollner wrote: > Hi are any of you using the Alex voice on your phone? > >

RE: the Alex voice

I use Tom and have noticed some odd pronouncing of words, “jim” is pronounced “gim” headache is all kinds of weird, I can’t even begdint o try and type it, that’s how weird it is, and there are others. From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of literophi...@myself.com Sent: Thursday,

Re: Amazon App Issue

Operator error! All is well. Thanks, Andy - Original Message - From: "Michelle Hurdt" To: Sent: Monday, September 06, 2021 11:45 PM Subject: Re: Amazon App Issue As far as Amazon, when you enter cards, they don't use security codes... from what I could tell. On 9/6/21, Andy

Re: Amazon App Issue

As far as Amazon, when you enter cards, they don't use security codes... from what I could tell. On 9/6/21, Andy Baracco wrote: > One of the credit cards I use for Amazon expired, and I want to update it, > but I don't see where to enter the new security code, and the update won't > take. > I