Re: What does the emergency services tone for the government alert sound like?

Hello. I have the free tornado app from the American Red Cross. When we had a tornado a month ago, my phone was sitting on its charger with all apps closed. The thunder was rumbling outside. I could hear it started to rain. All of a sudden a loud siren sounded followed by a voice saying, "to

Re: Anyone know of a free police/ambulance scanner

Hi. Try Scanner Radio Deluxe. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scanner-radio-deluxe/id498405045?mt=8o Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Jun 15, 2014, at 8:04 AM, "Jen Colley" wrote: > > Hi, > I was previously using the 5-0 radio fre

Re: an accessible weather app

Hello. When you first open the app, it is usually focused on locations. Do a one finger swipe to the right until you get to settings. Do a one-finger double tap on settings. Once it opens, swipe to the right until you land on notifications. One-finger double tap to select it. Once it opens

Re: an accessible weather app

Storm Shield works for me. You can check AppleVis.com for other suggestions. Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Apr 25, 2014, at 12:34 AM, terri elliott wrote: > > I'm interested in finding an accessible weather app that will read me t

Re: Is There A Talking Pedometer App?

have to own Nike sneakers. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Apr 19, 2014, at 3:39 PM, "Richard Turner" > wrote: > > Doesn't this app require the shoes with the sensor built-in from Nike? > >

Re: looking for app to endify music

Yes. It usually does. In some instances, it will give you the album name as well. I also use SoundHound, which is quite accessible. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Feb 28, 2014, at 9:53 PM, "Cathy" wrote: >

Re: podcasts on the IPhone needed

Also try www.iBlindTech.com. Garth has really done a good job explaining the features of the iPhone. Regards, Gadget Girl Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Jan 19, 2014, at 1:48 PM, randolph demosthene > wrote: > > > can someone tell me where I can fin

Re: list of accessible iPhone games

Hi. There are about 148 games listed in the ViA app by Braille Institute. Description: ViA - By Braille Institute https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/via-by-braille-institute/id528499232?mt=8 Braille Institute is proud to introduce ViA (Visually Impaired Apps), a fully accessible app for iPod T

Re: Need Some Tips on Edit Functions

www.iblindtech.com/storage/iBT-003-Gestures101.mp3 Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Dec 17, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Gmail wrote: > > I've never had the edit rotor option come up in a text message conversation. >

Re: Touch ID only works for a couple of days

I am having the same issue! Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Dec 14, 2013, at 7:49 AM, "Robin Christopherson" > wrote: > > Dear listers > > I heard on a recent iFive podcast someone saying that t

Re: passcode and touch id

Hello. You have to use a pass code with touch ID. When touch ID does not work, the phone will ask you to input your passcode. Also, the phone will require a passcode from time to time to renew your touch ID. Especially for App Store purchases. Hope this helps. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita

FYI : Fleksy

> Hi listers. Here is a response I received from the Fleksy developer: > > Regards, > Gadget Girl Anita > > Begin forwarded message: >> Hello, >> I have some good news for you. >> >> We have some promising leads on how to restore functionality for i

FYI : Fleksy

Hi listers. Here is a response from the Fleksy developer: Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. Begin forwarded message: > From: "Fleksy Support" > Date: December 4, 2013 at 3:13:31 AM EST > To: "Gadget Girl Anit

Re: Calorie Counter Wanted

g here. > > Using one of our mobile apps? Frequently Asked Questions -- and in some cases > Tutorial Videos! -- are found on the "Help" page of the Android and iPhone > apps and the "More" page of our other apps. > > Find us on Facebook: > www.facebook

Re: Calorie Counter Wanted

I am on IOS 7 and it does not work. The MyFitnessPal app used to work in iOS 6.1 3, but since the update, the App seems to be broken. I have written the developer of the App and will keep you posted on any responses I receive. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple

Re: Living Social app

Thanks for that answer. Much appreciated. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 13, 2013, at 2:41 PM, "Alan Paganelli" > wrote: > > I had the PC version. It's an ok app if you like dubious coupons. F

Re: Can DigitEyes use a handheld bluetooth barcode scanner?

that out there. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 6:22 PM, Gmail wrote: > > I've been thinking of getting DigitEyes to replace my I.D. Mate Summit. I > know that using DE can be a little difficult

Re: check book apps?

Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 12:46 PM, "Tom Rash" wrote: > > I got the free upgrade about two years ago. I added other accounts to it > and paid for the upgrade about six months ago

Living Social app

Hello list. Has anyone tried the living Social app? I know it is accessible and free and offers coupons to stores, restaurants, etc., at a 50 to 70 percent discount, but has anyone redeemed any coupons? I am looking for any feedback from users of this app. Thanks. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita

Re: check book apps?

Thank you for sending the info. I do not think their app is on the store anymore, as when I try to follow the link, there is nothing there. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 11:39 AM, "Tom Rash" wrot

Re: check book apps?

Hi Tom. Does Balance My Checkbook Free by Lings Designs ring a bell? I cannot find Balance either. Thanks. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 12, 2013, at 10:23 AM, "Tom Rash" wrote: > > I don't kno

Re: Translation

Hi. I attended and NFB meeting, where and they suggested the apps iTranslate and Translate as VoiceOver friendly apps. I have not personally tried them, but they liked these apps. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 2, 2

Re: weather apps

I like Storm Shield. It gives all types of alerts. You tell it which alerts you want. The app follows you around so you always have current weather information. You can also add locations. The American Red Cross also has apps called, hurricane and earthquake Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent

Re: Google app that is like Siri

Could it be Google voice? Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Nov 1, 2013, at 12:27 PM, "Pinky" wrote: > > I just remember watching a podcast that compared Siri to a Google app that > did the same thing a

Re: finger ID

Hey Sieghard! Cut me some slack, it's almost 3 in the morning here! LOL. Thanks for the laugh. Have a good day. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 2:43 AM, Sieghard Weitzel wrote: > > Hey An

iPhone 5s Touch ID Problems Frustrate, But Here’s a Fix

-fix/ Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself.i -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. Post a new message to VIPhone by emailing viphone@googlegroups.com. Search and view the VIPhon

Re: finger ID

up to the, I believe right, and click the done button. Hope this helps. Good luck.. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 29, 2013, at 8:04 PM, "Kathy and Wilda" wrote:e > > Yes, I have! Seeing that I had to

Re: Bard Mobile

Hi. It came up for me as BardMobile, all one word. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 12:53 AM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi > > I did a search in the app store for BARD Mobile but the BARD Mo

Re: Bard Mobile

Hi. It came up for me as BardMobile, all one word. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 30, 2013, at 12:53 AM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi > > I did a search in the app store for BARD Mobile but the BARD Mo

Re: finger ID

This morning I started experiencing the same issue. I will keep an eye on it and if it keeps occurring, I will return it to Apple. I took some lens cleaner and sprayed it on a tissue and cleaned the iPhone screen. Hopefully, that will help. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple

Re: News app

Try Hourly news. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 28, 2013, at 1:42 PM, "Pinky" wrote: > > Hi lifters, > > I was wondering if there is a good app that would read the latest headline > news in

Cannot edit text field in contact cards

econd occurrence. Could it be an IOS 7 bug? Thanks in advance for any feedback. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VIPhone" Google Group. Post a new messag

Re: brand new Iphone user! how do I?

Hello. Visit www.iBlindTech.com and listen to the informative podcasts. Once on the home page, navigate to the bottom of the page, and click on page 3, which you'll be able to start with Episode 2. Enjoy. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, ex

Re: Verizon

Hello again. The Apple store also informed me, if you purchase at full price, with no contract, you have 30 days to return an iPhone. If you purchased a phone with a contract, you only have two weeks to either cancel the contract or exchange an iPhone. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from

Re: Verizon

Hello. I was informed at the Apple store that the unlocked iPhone 5s's were not available yet. They are not being produced at this time, is what I was told. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 22, 2013, at 7:10

Re: home page question

Hello. I use a three finger swipe from right to left to advance the pages and from left to right to go backwards. You can also touch the "page 1 of 2" area and do a one finger swipe up or down to cycle through the pages. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. App

Re: Locking 4-S in portrait view

In IOS 7, touch the status bar, then do a three finger swipe up to open the control center. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 21, 2013, at 11:39 PM, Gadget Girl Anita > wrote: > > Hello. In IOS 6, double cl

Re: Locking 4-S in portrait view

Hello. In IOS 6, double click the home button to bring up the app switcher and then do a three finger swipe to the right. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 21, 2013, at 11:27 PM, "Amy Ruell" wrote: >

Re: Hand writing questions

Hello. You can do a three finger swipe to the right to insert a new line. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite, express yourself. > On Oct 19, 2013, at 3:39 PM, "Bill Gallik" wrote: > > One more, how do you insert a new line?

Re: Creating Folders on my Home Screen

I have this issue from time to time also. I find wiggling the app slowly around and on top of the app I want to create the folder with usually works. I find it more difficult to make folders in iOS 7. Good luck. Regards, Gadget Girl Anita Sent from my Apple gadget. Apple, take a bite