RE: iPhone/Hearing Aid questions

2021-08-10 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi Duane. I also have the starke hearing aids and love them. I'm not familiar with the thrive app. Don't know if that's what my audiologist downloaded or not. I do notice that I sometimes have to turn my phone completely off and back on to get them to pair. Still, it's so much easier to hea

RE: Not getting notifications

2021-08-06 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi. What is skipbo solitaire. I’m always looking for new card games. Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups Paul -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Debby Sent: Friday, August 6, 2021 9:12 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Not getting notifications Hi

RE: Not getting notifications

2021-08-05 Thread Paul JOrdan
I’m noticing the same prom. I get the sound, but don’t get the voice-over telling me anything. I thought it was just me. God bless! Paula and the pups -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Antonio Guimaraes Sent: Thursday, August 5, 2021 2:38 PM To: viphone@goog

RE: still trouble with eyenote

2021-07-12 Thread Paul JOrdan
speak, etc. Then, launch the app. Web site: www.turner42.com <http://www.turner42.com> From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Paul JOrdan Sent: Friday, July 9, 2021 5:31 PM To: v

still trouble with eyenote

2021-07-09 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm still not having success using eyenote. I checked my settings for the camera under eyenote, turned the camera off and then back on again. I still get no speech or anything when I open the app and hold the phone above a bill. The's no speech or anything. The phone just hangs out. Any ide

anyone else having trouble with eyenote?

2021-07-02 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm running an iphone 7 with 14. Something. When I launch eyenote I get silence. I deleted and redownloaded the app and accessed the camera. Still no success. I went to Seeing AI and used their currency reader and it worked just fine so I'm assuming it's not a camera problem. Any thoughts?

RE: Door dash again

2021-06-17 Thread Paul JOrdan
I was able to find the cart but everything I thought I requested was wrong. I ended up going to uber eats and I did call there so-call disability help line. The person I spoke with was most empathetic, but English was clearly a second language and between her accent and my hearing aids the conve

Game center

2021-05-21 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I enjoy playing pyramid 13 which is an old card game I've had on my phone for several years. All of a sudden Game Center pops up each time I launch the app and I can't make it go away. When I get to the "not now" prompt it lets me go into the game, but "game center" still shows up every tim

problem resolved

2021-05-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
Skip that whole last message. I just got the case off. Thanks anyway for all the help I've gotten from this group. God bless! Paula and the pups -- 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,

Removing otterbox case

2021-05-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I have an Iphone 7 with the type of otterbox case that covers the sides and back of the phone. Since my fingerprint doesn't seem to work even after re-setting it, someone suggested I take the case off and clean thoroughly around the home button. However, I'm having difficulty getting the ca

RE: Strange behavior when creating a note

2021-05-07 Thread Paul JOrdan
uss events, small minds discuss people." -- Eleanor Roosevelt www.turner42.com <http://www.turner42.com> On May 6, 2021, at 6:55 PM, Paul JOrdan mailto:pau...@roadrunner.com> > wrote:  Hi all. I’m running IOS 14.5 on an Iphone 7. Today I tried to create a note using t

RE: the faltering accessibility of DoorDash

2021-05-06 Thread Paul JOrdan
From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> > On Behalf Of Paul JOrdan Sent: Thursday, May 6, 2021 11:35 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: RE: the faltering accessibility of

Strange behavior when creating a note

2021-05-06 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm running IOS 14.5 on an Iphone 7. Today I tried to create a note using the native notes app. When I went to the new note text field I heard "keyboard reset." Whereever I touched on the screen it simply said "direct touch area" and I couldn't use the keyboard at all. I usually use M-Brai

RE: the faltering accessibility of DoorDash

2021-05-06 Thread Paul JOrdan
That is also my experience. Very disappointing. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Larry Lumpkin Sent: Thursday, May 6, 2021 11:57 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: the faltering accessibility of DoorDash I used DoorDash some months ago and

RE: Air Tags

2021-05-05 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi Mich. Sorry to post this on the list, but didn’t know how to reach you privately. Do you sell these bells? I’ve been looking for one like you describe. You can email me privately at pau...@roadrunner.com. Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegr

RE: Tiles versus tags

2021-05-04 Thread Paul JOrdan
There are some tiles with replaceable batteries. I got mine last summer and have replaced the batteries once. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 2:22 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Tiles versus t

RE: Interesting discovery with Voiceover, and the Alex voice

2021-04-26 Thread Paul JOrdan
Interesting that you should mention the breathing problem with Alex. I haven’t noticed it for quite some time, and truly hope it doesn’t come back to haunt me! God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Star Gazer Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:31 PM To:

Looking for the right "do it right" game

2021-04-13 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I tried to find the "do it right" game that several people have mentioned. I found a bunch of things that said something about do it right, and don't know which is the one mentioned. Could someone help. I need a new game! Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups -- The following informatio

RE: Recommending "the game Doing it Right"

2021-03-21 Thread Paul JOrdan
Can it be played by individuals also? Just curious. God bless! Paula and the pups -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Gerardo Corripio Sent: Saturday, March 20, 2021 8:25 PM To: iPhone List Subject: Recommending "the game Doing it Right" If you guys are looki

RE: an accessible driving game

2021-03-15 Thread Paul JOrdan
Sounds like fun! I want to go to the app store, to search for it by name so, what is the name of the game? Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of CJ & AA MAY Sent: Monday, March 15, 2021 4:00 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: an accessi

YouTube frustration

2021-03-10 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I tried to search for a song on youTube and couldn't get out of the advertising screen for the paid version. I finally was able to search for a song but somehow inadvertently and unintentionally signed up for a free trial. I don't want to be charged at the end of the trial. I'm hoping that

RE: Name That Tune

2021-03-08 Thread Paul JOrdan
Is this an app you have to install? I don’t see it any where in the control center. I have an Iphone 7 running 14.4. Just curious. Sounds like something I’d like to try. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Cris Ali Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021 10:09 AM To:

RE: App Library Question

2021-02-27 Thread Paul JOrdan
Quick app library question. Is the app library available on the Iphone 7? Thanks. I can't seem to find it. God bless! Paula and the pups -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Donna Casteen Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 8:30 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Sub

youTube music question

2021-02-02 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm trying to use youTube music but don't want to subscribe. When I open the app I'm in a screen that continually offers me a family plan or an individual subscription, neither of which I want. Can't find a back button or anything that will let me out of that screen so I can search for musi

RE: Sorry, more about the direct touch problem

2021-01-31 Thread Paul JOrdan
wish I'd listened to what my mother told me when I was young." "Why, what did she tell you?" "I don't know, I didn't listen." -- Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy On Jan 31, 2021, at 10:45 AM, Paul JOrdan mailto:pau...@roadrunne

RE: Sorry, more about the direct touch problem

2021-01-31 Thread Paul JOrdan
ut you don't have to find direct touch and flick up to turn it on any longer. Hope this helps. Reggie Alvarado On Jan 30, 2021, at 4:45 PM, Paul JOrdan mailto:pau...@roadrunner.com> > wrote:  Hi all. I know this was discussed shortly after 14.4 was released. I just upgraded my IPHO

RE: Sorry, more about the direct touch problem

2021-01-31 Thread Paul JOrdan
cessibility, voice over, double tap, go to rotor actions, double tap, go to direct touch, double tap and in there you will find each app. You can select what apps you want to. It will still say direct touch when going into the apps you choose, but you don't have to find direct touch and flic

Sorry, more about the direct touch problem

2021-01-30 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I know this was discussed shortly after 14.4 was released. I just upgraded my IPHONE 7 and I'm still seeing the "direct touch" issue and can't find out how to get rid of it. I thought I saved that email, but apparently I didn't or the comsuter ate it! I haven't tried using MBRL since I upda

note on Braille display problem with IOS 14.4

2021-01-27 Thread Paul JOrdan
Not sure if anyone has seen or verified thinformation. I got it from a different list. If it isn't correct then I send my apologies in advance. God bless! Paula and the pups Here is some extremely important information for anyone who uses any Braille display with their iDevice running IOS 14.

direct touch area.

2021-01-23 Thread Paul JOrdan
This has probably been discussed earlier, but I just updated to IOS 14.3. When I first used MBRAILLE to reply to a text it worked as expected. However, the next time I tried to use it I got "direct touch", and couldn't get anything !work. Also I got the "direct touch" notification when I tried to p

perhaps off-topic question about rumba vaccuums

2021-01-19 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm considering purchasing a rumba vacuum and wondering which one might be best. I think you can program them using an Iphone which is why I'm asking on this list. I have both carpet and hard flooring. If the information is not appropriate for this list you can email me off-list at pau...@r

RE: annoying reminder about software update

2021-01-15 Thread Paul JOrdan
phone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: annoying reminder about software update That's because it's under settings/general/about. > On Jan 14, 2021, at 1:26 PM, Paul JOrdan wrote: > > Hi all. I am using an Iphone 7 running 13.7. Every time I turn the phone on > it asks me if I want to update.

annoying reminder about software update

2021-01-14 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I am using an Iphone 7 running 13.7. Every time I turn the phone on it asks me if I want to update. I don't as of right now. I think I remember someone tell how to get rid of this prompt. However, when I go into settings, general, software updates, I can't find the "cancel update" prompt.

IOS 14.3

2021-01-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
I just saw that IOS 14.3 is out. Has it been out for a while? Are there any issues with it? I've been a little behind in life, so maybe it's been out a while. If so, sorry for the question. The update just showed up on my phone today. God bless! Paula and the pups -- The following information

battery health

2021-01-11 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I have an Iphone 8 which I am not currently using. I'm wondering if it is better for the health of the battery to leave it plugged in all the time, or let the battery drain and re-charge. Since I am currently using an Iphone 7 it may be that I may need to use that 8 at some point. Thanks.

Iphone mini

2020-12-08 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I'm interested to hear from anyone who has purchased an Iphone mini. I love the idea of a smaller phone. I'm interested to know about battery life and generally want to learn more about the pros and cons. Someone mentioned that you can't lock or unlock the mini if you don't have a passcode

RE: iPhone sanitizer

2020-12-01 Thread Paul JOrdan
Will the little alcohol wipes work or would they be harmful to the screen or phone? Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: Monday, November 30, 2020 10:15 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: iPhone sanitizer Funn

RE: Money Reader Alternatives

2020-12-01 Thread Paul JOrdan
I have money reader on my IPHONE 7 and it works well. However, I’m going to download eyenote since, at some point, I’ll have to upgrade my phone. Thanks for the reminder God bless! Paula and the pups. -Original Message- From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Richard Turner Sent: T

RE: But All I Wanted was Touch ID

2020-10-16 Thread Paul JOrdan
If you are wearing a mask and have face ID, can you still use just a passcode to unlock your phone? Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Michael Irons Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 5:48 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: But All I

RE: applevis.com has no search box

2020-09-25 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. Searching for apps and recommendations using applevis has always been difficult for me. I admit that I’m not the best at using the web, so that’s probably part of the problem. However, I have learned to value the opinions of people on this list. I trust the information that is given beca

RE: InstaCart App

2020-09-07 Thread Paul JOrdan
When comparing the Shipt app and the InstaCart app, I find shipt is a little more cumbersome with voiceOver on the Iphone. I like InstaCart because, in our area, more stores are available with instaCart but there are only two stores that are available on Shipt. Yearly membership and delivery cha

anyone out there using smart news

2020-08-29 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi to those of you who are using the smart news app. We get notifications on our locked screens which is what we want, but both my hused and I have difficulty accessing the news story associated with the notification. Any help would be appreciated. God bless! Paula and the pups -- The following

fitbit question

2020-08-20 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. A friend of mine is considering getting a fitbit. She wants to know if it's accessible and, if so, is there a better model or a specific app on the Iphone that works better. She wants specifically to track her walking distance. Thanks, as always, for sharing your experiences and expertise.

RE: fantastical question

2020-08-15 Thread Paul JOrdan
tton which you should double tap. On the screen which opens, you should be able to swipe to subscriptions and double tap and review any subscribed apps. Alan Lemly From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: fantastical question

2020-08-12 Thread Paul JOrdan
Subscriptions and double tap on the screen that opens. Any app you are paying for over time should appear on the screen that opens. Alan Lemly From: viphone@googlegroups.com <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paul JOrdan Sent: Wednesday,

fantastical question

2020-08-12 Thread Paul JOrdan
I just updated my fantastical calendar. I haven't seen anything about a monthly charge for it. If there is one, I want to get rid of it. I reY do like the app, but it's not worth that. Where do I find the information about whether I'm being charged or not? Thanks. Thanks. Paula -- The followi

RE: Does anyone else lose voice over after they listen to a voicemail?

2020-08-08 Thread Paul JOrdan
I’ve seen several similar emails talking about the same issue. I think this is worth reporting !Apple accessibility. I have already done so and got a response from them asking several questions about when and how this occurs. Since I heard back from them I haven’t seen the problem so haven’t bee

RE: myChart

2020-08-02 Thread Paul JOrdan
Thanks for the information. The problem I’ve had is creating my account. Any thoughts on that? Thanks. God bless! Paula From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Paul JOrdan Sent: Sunday, August 2, 2020 3:55 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: myChart Hi everyone. Is anyone out

myChart

2020-08-02 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi everyone. Is anyone out there using the MyChart app. If so, have you had any difficulties with it? I've tried to sign in without success, so I deleted the app completely and plan to reinstall it. I'd very much like to be able to use it. If you want, you can write me off list at pau...@roadrunner

RE: Voice Mail Question Please.

2020-07-31 Thread Paul JOrdan
I, too have noticed the same problem. I just leave the phone sit for a while and it will sometimes come back. Other times I’ve had to shut the phone down by holding the power button for 3 or so seconds and bring it back up. Just a little frustrating. I’m running an IPhone 7 with the latest u

battery drain while listening to nls books

2020-06-17 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. Many people on this list have talked about listening !NLS or bookshare books. I'm wondering if you experience high battery drain and if so, how do you deal with it. I'm guessing that carrying a backup battery is the best solution, but I wonder if there are battery saving tip

Apple varification

2020-06-09 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. Today while I was on my IPHONE, I was asked !sign in again with my apple password. I did that. A text was then sent !me giving me a verification code which is a series of numbers. What does this mean and what do I need !do about it, if anything. Thanks. God bless! Paula and the pups --

RE: word game

2020-06-02 Thread Paul JOrdan
Yes. Thanks From: viphone@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of MamaPeach Sent: Monday, June 1, 2020 10:40 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: word game Was it this one? App Name: Wordfinder Game, Accessible Word finder game App Developer: John Sturt Cost: $.99 App Store Description:

forwarding a text with all threads

2020-05-15 Thread Paul JOrdan
Hi all. I know this has been covered before but I can?that find the email I thought I'd saved. The subject line says it all. I want !forward a text that has several messages in it !a friend. Any help would be apprecfted. Thanks so much for all the good information I get from this group. Paula --