You will need to use your pass code whenever you turn the phone off and then
turn it on again and want to then unlock your screen. Once you have
unlocked your screen via your pass code, you should be able to use your
touch ID, in other words, your finger print ID, each time you unlock your
pho
That is most interesting, because on my #5 and my #6, I was only asked for
my four digit pass code. Terry
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From: "christopher hallsworth"
To: "Viphone"
Sent: Sunday, September 20, 2015 2:23 AM
Subject: Re: 4-Digit Passcode?
Ok folks, in iOS 9, the first time you
Hi all,
A friend is having to purchase a new IPhone and has ordered the #6S. She is
wondering if there are any resources yet available which describe the new
gestures used with them? She is also wondering if the terms "Hard Touch and
Soft Touch" are the same as the terms "Peaks and Pops," or
Great explanation! Thank you. Terry
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From: "Christopher Chaltain"
To:
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 11:11 PM
Subject: Re: My top iOS 9 Bugs
Although the ecosystem is much simpler for Apple then it is say for
Microsoft or Google, it's still a huge task to
To listen to today's Apple event, you can go to
http://www.apple.com/apple-events/september-2015/ I am listening to it on my
IPhone #6, as I write. Here are the requirements for accessing this podcast
and other Apple events. Thanks to Richard Turner for this information. Terry
Apple Event
, a Mac with Safari 6.0.5 or later on OS X v10.8.5 or later, or a PC
with Microsoft Edge on Windows 10. Streaming via Apple TV requires a second- or
third-generation Apple TV with software 6.2 or later.
Apple Footer
On Sep 9, 2015, at 10:16 AM, Terry-Ann Saurmann
wrote:
I
I keep getting an error message when clicking on this link. Terry
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To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2015 11:55 AM
Subject: Re: apple event questions
http://www.apple.com/apple-events/september-2015/
I believe it begins at 12:00 noonCentral time, which is 10:00 AM Pacific time.
Terry
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From: Fred Olver
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2015 10:40 AM
Subject: big day at Apple?
What time does the show start at Apple? I'm in
Hi all,
As of about 2:00 PM CDT, using my Victor Reader Stream #2, I was able to search
the collection for a specific book, add it to my Wish List and download it to
my stream. Terry
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Hi Daniel,
I too leave Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on all of the time and don't notice any
appreciable drain on the battery of either my #6 or #6+. In fact, since the
upgrade to IOS8.4.1, my battery life on both devices has increased. Terry
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Yes, a friend has one specifically for the IPod Touch and likes it very
much. Terry
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To:
Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2015 6:30 AM
Subject: RE: IPod touch ba
Yes, a friend has one specifically for the IPod Touch and likes it very
much. Terry
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From: "Sieghard Weitzel"
To:
Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2015 6:30 AM
Subject: RE: IPod touch battery case
They do exist, a Google search for "iPod touch battery case" brought up
The only thing you can do is individually send them to your Trash folder, at
which time you can then delete them all at once from the Trash folder.
Terry
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To:
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015 1:42 AM
Subject: Deleting all nail messages on IOS de
Loud and clear. Terry
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To:
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2015 10:25 PM
Subject: sending a test
Just wondering if this is going through.
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Unfortunately, I don't notice any difference in the quality of a call
indoo
Unfortunately, I don't notice any difference in the quality of a call
indoors yet via Sprint . Terry
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From: "Alex Stone"
To:
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2015 6:04 PM
Subject: Re: A Question Regarding The WiFi Calling Feature
here in the UK from my Cell provider fo
It is already available with Sprint here in the US. Terry
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To:
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2015 6:13 PM
Subject: Re: A Question Regarding The WiFi Calling Feature
It does. It will probably come down in one of those carrier updates you get
when
Assuming that it will again be available this season, I believe you can
stream games for free with an App called Pro Radio. However, you have to
make certain to download the correct app., because there is also one from
the UK that goes by the same name. Terry
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Linda,
There is a new product called the
Bem Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Wristband for $39.99 from AT Guys.com and
perhaps a couple of dollars cheaper from Amazon.com. It is a Bluetooth
speaker that you wear on your wrist. It can also make and receive phone
calls from your IPhone. Otherwise
I do know of people who have experienced scratched and/or cracked screens,
so I made the decision to try my best to avoid such an occurrence by using a
tempered glass screen protector. Terry
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From: "Jeremy Gilley"
To:
Sent: Saturday, August 08, 2015 3:58 PM
Subj
Jose,
While you can buy tempered glass screen protectors at Apple and other stores
that sell IDevices and other phones, I bought mine from Amazon at a much
lower cost. Sometimes you have to purchase them in packs of two or three,
but the prices are still excellent. Terry
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Marie,
I have glass screen protectors on my phones and prefer them over the plastic
ones. I am totally blind and was able to put them on myself, though I can
promise you that this is not a feat for the feint of heart. I tactually lined
them up with the Home button, and then worked from the bot
Hi Daniel,
I have an IPad Mini and an IPad Air, as well as an IPhone #5 charging
constantly and have had no difficulty with this, when removing them from the
charger for use. Terry
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To:
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2015 1:17 PM
Subject: Docking i
Hi Keith,
I do not presently own an Apple Watch, however, it is my understanding that
it will work anywhere in your home, so long as everything is connected to
Wifi. Therefore, you would have no problem charging your phone, regardless
of where it would be located. However, there is a distanc
I use an app called Chimes. It works on all Idevices. It allows the user
to choose between West Minster, (three different options) St. Michael and
Widdington chimes and sounds very good. It is not as Voice Over friendly
as it used to be, but is still manageable. Terry
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Siri must be a strong believer in that old saying, "The third time is the
charm." Terry
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From: Neal Ewers
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 2:53 PM
Subject: RE: Siri seems to have dementia
Of course, there are things she just
Yes, I have asked Siri a question which he is able to repeat verbatim back to
me. However, I don't assume that he understands the meaning of the question,
but only that he can verbally repeat what I have said. Hopefully one day Apple
will be able to bring Siri up to par with other such creatur
The Eyenote, developed by the federal government also works very well now and
is free. Terry
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When Upgrading to IOS#8, I ended up having to reinstall all of my apps by
hand, one by one, because I couldn't get my phone to work properly when
installing the apps from the cloud. Therefore, this method might work for
you, as painstaking as it is. Terry
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No, I have not had any problems switching pages either, to this point.
Terry
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To:
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2015 9:45 AM
Subject: Re: switching pages on the i device.
No I haven't had this problem.
Sent from Isaac's iPhone
On Jul 2, 2015, at 9:36 AM, ja
Terry-Ann Saurmann
Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 12:15 AM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: my weather app
Yes, I have this problem as well, using an IPhone 6 and 6+ with IOS8.3. I
am guessing that the actual data is there, but just not available via VO. I
hope I'm
hairs, audio ducking has always been the default in IOS. The
new feature in IOS 8 is the ability to add this option to your roter and toggle
it on or off.
On Tue, Jun 23, 2015 at 3:14 PM, Terry-Ann Saurmann
wrote:
You need to make certain that Audio Ducking is turned on. This is a
my weather appYes, I have this problem as well, using an IPhone 6 and 6+ with
IOS8.3. I am guessing that the actual data is there, but just not available
via VO. I hope I'm wrong about that. Terry
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Sent: Tuesd
You need to make certain that Audio Ducking is turned on. This is a feature
that is new starting with IOS8, I believe. I think you can find it from your
rotor. Once turned to it, flick your finger up or down to turn it off or on.
Terry
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keyboard? RE:
Replacing Braille Notetaker with iDevice
It would be much cheaper to get a small bluetooth Braille display and a
bluetooth keyboard for your QWERTY input.
Andy
From: Terry-Ann Saurmann
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 3:08 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Do any of
But are they all VO accessible? Terry
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To:
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 5:38 PM
Subject: Re: App that tell wich song and artist playing
there are several such apps.
shazam, which has already been mentioned here. there is also soundh
Thank you for clarifying this. Terry
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From: "Kevin Minor"
To:
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 1:51 PM
Subject: RE: App that tell wich song and artist playing
Hi.
In truth, Siri and Shazam work in tandum. When you use Siri to name a ong,
it accesses Shazam to do
Actually, with such note takers as those from Humanware, Hims and Freedom
Scientific, that use a Braille display and a qwerty keyboard, you can type on
the keyboards using the standard typing mode, or you can convert the qwerty
keyboards to Braille writer style keyboards, which then use letters
and artist playing
Hi Terry-Ann,
Try using SIRI. I haven't done it lately but it did work when you asked it:
"What song is playing".
Ron & Danvers
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The only Braille displays that I am aware of with a qwerty keyboard are those
that come with the note takers that provide for this option. Terry
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From: Kevin Minor
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 1:08 PM
Subject: Do any of the B
Yes, I believe that it is now called Shazam. Terry
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From: "Andy Baracco"
To:
Sent: Friday, June 19, 2015 9:47 PM
Subject: Re: App that tell wich song and artist playing
Isn't that Shazam.
Andy
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Sent: Friday, Ju
The only app. called "Voice" that I know about uses the phone's camera to take
a picture of printed text and then using OCR, (optical character recognition)
reads the text using Voice Over. It is free, but is a similar concept to the
KNFB Reader app. that usually costs one hundred dollars. Ter
Hi all,
I am finally going to part with my thirteen inch analog TV and buy a digital
model to use with an Apple TV, once the new one comes out. I'm thinking that I
don't want to buy anything larger than a thirty-two inch screen, because I will
not be needing to see the screen itself, but can u
Of
Terry-Ann Saurmann
Sent: Monday, June 08, 2015 11:53 AM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Dictation Function Not Working
I have had difficulty with dictation as well over the past few weeks.
However, just to be clear, I am not dictating to Siri, but instead am using the
cy.htm
On 06/08/2015 01:34 PM, Terry-Ann Saurmann wrote:
Since the earth, as well as the satellites on which the GPS information
is dependent, are all in constant motion, a destination cannot be
exact. For this reason, the accuracy of a destination point is
approximately thirty feet, regardless
I have had difficulty with dictation as well over the past few weeks. However,
just to be clear, I am not dictating to Siri, but instead am using the
"dictate" button, wlocated to the left of the space bar. I prefer this
dictation feature when in text editing for emails, texting and other apps
Since the earth, as well as the satellites on which the GPS information is
dependent, are all in constant motion, a destination cannot be exact. For this
reason, the accuracy of a destination point is approximately thirty feet,
regardless of the GPS program being used. Terry
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I have downloaded Eyemusic and listened to the brief video and
unsuccessfully attempted to play a couple of games. I don't get the hang of
it yet. Terry
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I used the Be My Eyes app. about a month ago without any problems. Terry
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Just this week, I set up a gmail account for another phone. However, I will
use Voice Dream Mail to monitor this account on my IPhone. I don't plan to
do anything complex with this app. Terry
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I have always used POP3 and have never had a problem with using it on my IOS
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I seem to recall reading that MLB isn't doing any pre or post game feeds
this year, though I do hear pre game broadcasts on some stations and an
occasional postgame show on others. In my opinion, the quality of the
broadcast feeds is not as good this year, compared to those of previous
years,
Yes, I too have encountered frequent streaming drop-outs, with At Bat, as
well as with Tune In Radio, OOTunes and others. Terry
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From: "Andy Baracco"
To:
Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 7:05 AM
Subject: Re: mlb app issue
i have encountered this behavior with severa
I have been thrown out of settings when using only the phone itself. I am
thinking that it is a bug in IOS8.3. When it happens, I just go back in and
try again. Terry
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Amen Well put, Keith. Thank you. Terry
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From: Chris Smart
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 29, 2015 9:01 AM
Subject: Re: hope this isn't off topic
Honestly, we should see less of this, not more. The phone is suggesting
words, fixing
Unfortunately, I don't know how you go about retrieving or changing your
password in that case. However, I believe the app. does give you a way to be
in touch with the developer to ask this question. Sorry I can't be of more
help. Terry
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You need to enter the email address and password that you assigned to the
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Hi Carol,
I do not own an IPod Touch, however, I understand from someone who does, that
to lock the screen on an older model, you need to be on page two of your app.
switcher, by flicking horizontally left to right and right to left until you
find it. Once there, you can flick to the right unt
I also access previously played stations in "recents." Terry
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Hi Richard,
As far as I know, I have the latest version of the Ap. because I have them
set to update automatically on my devices. I'm only sorry I can't be of
more help to you. However, if I come up with anything, I will let you know.
Terry
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When in car mode, I am able to use Voice Over to read the "exit car mode"
button. It is a swipe all the way to the left on that screen when using
those gestures. Terry
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Hi Robbie,
Have you tried rebooting the phone and then attempting to toggle it off
again? Sometimes, this is the only way to resolve a multitude of issues,
because of software bugs. Terry
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Hi Terrie,
Unfortunately, an IPod Touch cannot use a cellular network, only Wi-Fi.
However, the IPhone 5 and 5S will continue to go down in price, as we get
closer to the launch of newer IPhone models this fall. Terry
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It is the IPad Mini #3. I am not totally certain, however, I believe the KNFB
Reader will work with it. You could contact KNFB Reader support to verify
this. Terry
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From: Fazil
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2015 6:58 PM
Subject:
Zagg (www.zagg.com) carries several types of cases for the IPad Mini,
including keyboard/case combinations, as well as cases themselves. I
believe their products are also available at Best Buy retail stores. Terry
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To:
Sent: Saturday, May 23,
Thank you for the clarification. Terry
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From: Chris Smart
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 22, 2015 10:41 AM
Subject: Re: WARNING - don't update the fb app!
FB = facebook
At 11:01 AM 5/22/2015, you wrote:
Please forgive my ignoran
Please forgive my ignorance, but to what does the term "fb App" refer?
Terry
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From: "Joney"
To:
Sent: Friday, May 22, 2015 9:47 AM
Subject: Re: WARNING - don't update the fb app!
I don't know about the Dutch version. The American version, for a change,
actually
r Louder during phone calls?
Certainly. Also, if VO is talking and you need to hear something, you
can still use VO gestures while on a call, such as the 2 finger single
tap to stop speech.
Wayne
On 5/20/15, Terry-Ann Saurmann wrote:
I had audio ducking turned off, because it often interrupt
I had audio ducking turned off, because it often interrupts audio streams at
precisely the time that I am trying to hear a particular bit of information.
However, I will remember to turn it back on when making phone calls, as it
does make a difference. Had not thought of that. Thank you. Terr
Hi all,
On my IPhone 6+, with Sprint as my carrier, suddenly, VO is nearly impossible
to hear during a phone call, when trying to locate numbers on the key pad.
However, it is not a problem on my IPhone #6, which uses Verizon as my carrier.
Is there a phone setting that will remedy this situa
Well said, Alex. Thank you. Terry
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From: Alex Hall
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, May 19, 2015 11:53 PM
Subject: Apple Watch Update and Apple's Commitment to Accessibility
Hi list,
In case you missed it, not only does today's 1.0.1 upda
Yes, for awhile in the At Bat app. commercials were much louder than the
broadcast of the games themselves. However, now the commercials are softer than
the game broadcasts. I wonder if that is something that should be brought to
the attention of MLB. Terry
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Knowing that it will cost more than does the current model of Apple TV, I am
going to wait until the new one comes out next month to see what it will be
like before deciding which one to buy. Terry
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From: "christopher hallsworth"
To: "Viphone"
Sent: Tuesday, May 1
system to have the Alex Voice if my old memory is correct.
From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of
Terry-Ann Saurmann
Sent: Monday, May 18, 2015 6:06 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Alex voice
I believe you have to have an
I believe you have to have an IPhone 5S or later in order to use Alex. He is
in the English US voices. If that is the case for you, let me know and I will
help you to find him. Terry
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From: Pinky
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Sent: Monday, May 18, 2015 5:2
Hi all,
I thought I recently read information on this list regarding a scrabble game
that is fully accessible to a totally blind user of an IOS device.
Unfortunately, I can't seem to find it now. I have not had any luck in finding
one on AppleVis either, so I'm hoping someone here can help, p
Hi Terry,
In addition to using the dictation feature that Siri has to offer, the IOS
devices also have a "Dictate" function, that can be used when in the text
editing field of a message or an email, just to the left of the space
character, near the bottom left of the screen, there is a "Dictat
The only person I know who used the visual brailer was fully sighted, but
needed to take this course to fulfill a class requirement. It may be
possible for a person to use it with Voice Over, but I don't know that for
certain. Terry
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To:
S
Hi all,
I was telling a friend about iTunes match, not something I use myself. He
would like to know the cost of a subscription and if it is a purchase from
iTunes? Terry
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Yes, I had the same problem when I updated to IOS#8. As a result, I had to
reset everything by hand, including the apps. from "purchases" in the app.
store. Terry
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Hi all,
I have heard from users of IPod #5 Touches, IPads and IPad Minis, running
IOS8.3, in all instances, that they can get to page #6 of the Voice OCR app.
However, when they press the "Continue" button, their screens lock up. Is
anyone else experiencing this problem? Does anyone know how
But wouldn't the phone have to work following its descent/plummet, in order
for the recording itself to be retrieved and put on the internet?
Terry
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It might work for some users to tactially mark the on/off button with a
small locator dot. Terry
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There may be a way to attach files to an email all at once, however, I
simply attach them one at a time. Once I have attached the first file, I
just repeat the process. However, before I send the email, I always check
to make certain that all attached files are shown. Terry
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Is there a lot of lag time between when a character is typed and when it
appears on the screen? There shouldn't be.
Also, if you turn the keyboard off to save power, do
you have to re-pair it with the phone each time the keyboard is turned back
on? You shouldn't have to do any re-pairing. Te
Is there a problem with DOKEY and a reason that we should not put it on our
phones? Did not find that part of the message. Thank you. Terry
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You can purchase the iGrill2 and the iGrill Mini from the A T Guys, LLC, 321
S Kalamazoo Mall, Ste 211, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. (269) 216-4798. If you
visit their web site: www.atguys.com, you will find an audio description of
these items. If you do not find the answer to your question here, you
Yes, the iGrill2, as it is now called, is still very accessible. There is
also the iGrill Mini, which also works well, but is at a much lower price
point. They are both available from A T Guys. You can use both items on
your grill or in your oven, by the way. See below for more information.
No, to answer a call, all you have to do is a single finger double tap.
Terry
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Hi Kim,
Since the upgrade to IOS8
, I too hear about IOS updates before notifications appear on my devices.
I'm not sure why that is. However, despite this, I have been able to find
all updates in settings and download and install them with no problem.
Terry
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Hi all,
I updated to IOS8.3 last evening. I sent an Imessage to a friend this morning,
but then couldn't locate the "Back" button to return to the main message screen
until I deleted the message app from the App. Switcher and then reopened it.
Once opened, I was able to double tap on the "back
If my understanding of this process is correct, it is because more people
use the service during the day than do at night. Terry
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Subject: Re: nls bard question
I've found that downloading a b
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