Re: Apple TV opinions wanted.
The only problems I have had with streaming were a direct result of my internet connection, Otherwise, I have been very pleased with my Apple TV. On Apr 26, 2011, at 7:19 PM, Neil James wrote: > Greetings one and all. Well, the subject line says it all. I am thinking of > giving an Apple TV as a Birthday present and would like opinions on this > device. I have read a number of reviews on the web which claim that the Apple > TV has problems with streaming video such as stuttering and freezing, but I'm > taking such reviews with a grain of salt since the issues mentioned above > could be caused by a number of factors. Thanks in advance for any help. > > Neil > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
RE: Apple TV opinions wanted.
Hi there, Love, love, love the Apple TV! We've had very few issues with streaming -- but the one interruption we've had wasn't due to the device, but our broadband connection. It's not perfect, but it's been a game-changer for us. I stream my music, we watch our netflix, check out the latest stupid videos on youtube, watch movies on demand, and listen to internet radio. It's brilliant. Brian Miller -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
preliminary questions before my Mac arrives.
Hello all, Since it appears my Mac will be arriving next Monday, here are some last minute/general information questions for you. It will also give me a bit more time to cram/read manuals, etc. :) So without further ado, here we go: 1. Are there any special considerations I'll need to keep in mind/know when setting up a Mac for the first time? I'm referring largely to potential profiles/rights management, etc. Or, anything else which might apply here. 2. controlling VO via the track pad commander, versus keyboard input. Which do you personally use, and are there commands available to the keyboard which haven't yet been ported to the track pad method? 3. Repositories of accessible apps. Does such a thing exist for VO users as Apple Vis does for the IOS side of things? 4. Are there any other pieces of advice/suggestions y'all might have for this blatant new-be? As always, thanks for any/all consideration; as always, your input is invaluable, and immensely appreciated. Twitter: @IndigoCellist Skype: shameless_FanGirl Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
how to run a script
Hi list, Given an s c p t file, like I have here a move file dot s c p t, how do I execute such a file? I can open it, but then I fall into script editor. I that the thing to run a script in? Kind regards, Paul. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
doesn't the weather ap on the iphone work just fine? and you can listen to your local weather radio with tune in radio, which is free. On 2011-04-26, at 11:53 PM, Mary Otten wrote: > Is this the 10 dollar app I just saw in the app store? 10 bucks is a whole > lot to pay for just a weather app. Is there a different one I'm not seeing? > > Mary > > Mary Otten > motte...@gmail.com > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hello Sarai, Question concerning this app. Does it provide textual information about the weather or only audio information via an audio feed. In other words, can you look at the local forecast without having to just listen? I know this app is a little expensive, but I'm still curious about the quality and quantity of information provided. So, with that said, what information does it provide with respect to the weather forecasts and current conditions. THe description was not very clear about this. ALso, have you found any aspects of the app that are not accessible? ANy other comments etc. you would like to share regarding the app or how it compares to other weather apps you may have tried? THanks, Scott On Apr 26, 2011, at 11:21 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: > All: > I wanted to let you know Imap Weather Radio has just arrived in the app store > today. It's accessible with Voiceover. This weather radio can alert you to > bad weather using your GPS location, or you can program up to 5 locations. > Allerts can be customized for specific weather events. So far, it is very > good. You can also listen to your local weather radio station. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
how to run a script
You can run a script from the script editor just press command r. You can save the script as a application by saving using the save as command + shift + s. louie louiem...@wavecable.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
RE: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi Thank you for the heads up. This sounds great, however the 9.95 seems just a bit high to me compaired to other apps. I was able to listen to my weather station using the tuneup app. This certainly does not compare to the feather set that imap provides thanks again. Scott -Original Message- From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Sarai Bucciarelli Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 11:22 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Cc: viph...@googlegroups.com Subject: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices All: I wanted to let you know Imap Weather Radio has just arrived in the app store today. It's accessible with Voiceover. This weather radio can alert you to bad weather using your GPS location, or you can program up to 5 locations. Allerts can be customized for specific weather events. So far, it is very good. You can also listen to your local weather radio station. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: how to run a script
Hi Paul, As Louie stated, AppleScript files can be run by pressing Command-R. However, that mode of running scripts is usually used when you are using the script editor to examine or modify a script. If you have a script that you want to routinely run, you can save it as an application (Command-Shift-S for the "Save As" dialog, then set the name and location, and choose the "File format" as "Application". (The saved "application" just executes when you activate it, so the script format lets you view the contents in the script editor.) If this is a move script from the Italian Mac VoiceOver users' group, there are usage instructions at their web site in an instructions link just next to the download link. These explain how to save to script so you can set up a Services menu shortcut. I'll give the link to the English version of their AppleScripts web page: http://www.universalaccess.it/script-english/ There is also a commercial product called "MoveAddict" ($7.99) that lets you cut and paste files, and also, optionally merge them when moving to a new destination (something that move scripts don't feature). Some forum members had difficulty initially had problems setting this up, though. Although this app is sold in the App Store, there's a special preferences pane for VoiceOver users that only seems to be available from downloadable version the developer's site. I know that some people who bought the app from the App Store, then downloaded the from the developer's site to get the additional folder and Readme for VoiceOver users did successfully set up this app, but perhaps others could comment on this. HTH. Cheers, Esther On Apr 27, 2011, at 03:34, Paul Erkens wrote: > Hi list, > > Given an s c p t file, like I have here a move file dot s c p t, how do I > execute such a file? I can open it, but then I fall into script editor. I > that the thing to run a script in? > > Kind regards, > Paul. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
iPhone keypad question?
Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur radio call sign kd0iko. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iPhone keypad question?
While in an edit field move the router to typing and choose standard. In the Journey, Ron On Apr 27, 2011, at 11:02 AM, Maurice Mines wrote: > Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of > each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that > the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some > cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the > double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead > of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating > experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap > method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying > to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur > radio call sign kd0iko. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iPhone keypad question?
Hi Maurice, To change back to standard typing mode from touch-typing, once you're in any edit field, change your rotor to "Typing Mode", then flick up or down until you hear "Standard Typing". You might also want to set your rotor to something like "Characters" or "Words" before exiting, so you do not accidentally change the typing mode when you flick up and down. Have you considered using a Bluetooth keyboard like the Apple Wireless Keyboard paired to your iPhone? Even if you don't regularly use it when you are out and about, you may find it easier to change rotor settings, etc. (Press left and right arrow keys to turn QuickNav on, then press the Up Arrow+Left Arrow keys to move to previous rotor setting, or the Up Arrow+Right Arrow keys to move to next rotor setting until you reach "Typing Mode", then press the up or down arrow keys to set to "Standard Typing". Press the Up Arrow+Left or Right arrow to move to another rotor setting before exiting.) You can also control VoiceOver through the Keyboard by navigating to next and previous controls by pressing the right or left arrow keys (in QuickNav mode), activate buttons by pressing the Up and Down arrow keys together (in QuickNav mode), move to the first and last elements on the page (Control+Up Arrow or Down Arrow), "Read All" (Control+Option+A or B -- for reading from start of page or from current location), and many other things. Hope this helps. Cheers, Esther HTH. Cheers, Esther On Apr 27, 2011, at 07:02, Maurice Mines wrote: > Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of > each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that > the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some > cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the > double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead > of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating > experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap > method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying > to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur > radio call sign kd0iko. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iPhone keypad question?
what you have to do is change it in the router. You have to use two fingers and twist them like a dial until it says typing mode, now swipe down until it says standard typing. hth. Matt On 2011-04-27, at 1:02 PM, Maurice Mines wrote: > Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of > each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that > the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some > cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the > double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead > of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating > experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap > method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying > to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur > radio call sign kd0iko. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iPhone keypad question?
Cheree Heppe here: Are you finding that this rotor gesture is illusive? I started by holding my two fingers, the fingers that were supposed to be turning an imaginary knob, too close together. I nearly had my fingers touching. If that is what is happening, widen the gap between your two fingers that rest on the glass screen. Then, try turning the two fingers around an imaginary central point to both fingers. you should hear a sort of fast clicking noise and words will be said about the indicators you are passing with the rotation. It might be a good idea to try to get a keyboard. Regards, Cheree Heppe Sent from my iPhone On 27/04/2011, at 10:02 AM, Maurice Mines wrote: > Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of > each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that > the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some > cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the > double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead > of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating > experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap > method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying > to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur > radio call sign kd0iko. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: preliminary questions before my Mac arrives.
Hi, the set up works very well. When you power it up for the first time, after several seconds, you will hear a guy tell you that you can press command f5 to start voiceover. The set up is fully accessible, and creating your user account is part of this. For my macbook, I love the trackpad commander. If you already have an iphone, you have an advantage, the commands are the same. For my 2 mac minis, I use the numpad commander for navigation. Original message: Hello all, Since it appears my Mac will be arriving next Monday, here are some last minute/general information questions for you. It will also give me a bit more time to cram/read manuals, etc. :) So without further ado, here we go: 1. Are there any special considerations I'll need to keep in mind/know when setting up a Mac for the first time? I'm referring largely to potential profiles/rights management, etc. Or, anything else which might apply here. 2. controlling VO via the track pad commander, versus keyboard input. Which do you personally use, and are there commands available to the keyboard which haven't yet been ported to the track pad method? 3. Repositories of accessible apps. Does such a thing exist for VO users as Apple Vis does for the IOS side of things? 4. Are there any other pieces of advice/suggestions y'all might have for this blatant new-be? As always, thanks for any/all consideration; as always, your input is invaluable, and immensely appreciated. Twitter: @IndigoCellist Skype: shameless_FanGirl Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- Email services provided by the System Access Mobile Network. Visit www.serotek.com to learn more about accessibility anywhere. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Probably the best app for listening to weather radio stations is wunder radio, note the odd spelling, there's around 200 of them I think. Original message: doesn't the weather ap on the iphone work just fine? and you can listen to your local weather radio with tune in radio, which is free. On 2011-04-26, at 11:53 PM, Mary Otten wrote: Is this the 10 dollar app I just saw in the app store? 10 bucks is a whole lot to pay for just a weather app. Is there a different one I'm not seeing? Mary Mary Otten motte...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- Email services provided by the System Access Mobile Network. Visit www.serotek.com to learn more about accessibility anywhere. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Neither wake the phone up with an alarm when the warnings sound. Wonderful when you are sleeping, and a warning comes. On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:10 AM, Matt Dierckens wrote: > doesn't the weather ap on the iphone work just fine? and you can listen to > your local weather radio with tune in radio, which is free. > On 2011-04-26, at 11:53 PM, Mary Otten wrote: > >> Is this the 10 dollar app I just saw in the app store? 10 bucks is a whole >> lot to pay for just a weather app. Is there a different one I'm not seeing? >> >> Mary >> >> Mary Otten >> motte...@gmail.com >> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi: App provides text and audio. It woke me up from a sound sleep at 5 A.M. when we were under a tornado warning. That was worth the $10. Tunein and Weather apps only work if you are awake to look at thim. On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:32 AM, Scott Howell wrote: > Hello Sarai, > > Question concerning this app. Does it provide textual information about the > weather or only audio information via an audio feed. In other words, can you > look at the local forecast without having to just listen? I know this app is > a little expensive, but I'm still curious about the quality and quantity of > information provided. So, with that said, what information does it provide > with respect to the weather forecasts and current conditions. THe description > was not very clear about this. > ALso, have you found any aspects of the app that are not accessible? ANy > other comments etc. you would like to share regarding the app or how it > compares to other weather apps you may have tried? > > THanks, > Scott > > On Apr 26, 2011, at 11:21 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: > >> All: >> I wanted to let you know Imap Weather Radio has just arrived in the app >> store today. It's accessible with Voiceover. This weather radio can alert >> you to bad weather using your GPS location, or you can program up to 5 >> locations. Allerts can be customized for specific weather events. So far, it >> is very good. You can also listen to your local weather radio station. >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi: I have that app, but the app won't sound an alarm when the warning is issued. On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:08 PM, Mike Arrigo wrote: > Probably the best app for listening to weather radio stations is wunder > radio, note the odd spelling, there's around 200 of them I think. > Original message: >> doesn't the weather ap on the iphone work just fine? and you can listen to >> your local weather radio with tune in radio, which is free. >> On 2011-04-26, at 11:53 PM, Mary Otten wrote: > >>> Is this the 10 dollar app I just saw in the app store? 10 bucks is a whole >>> lot to pay for just a weather app. Is there a different one I'm not seeing? > >>> Mary > >>> Mary Otten >>> motte...@gmail.com > > >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > > >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > > -- > Email services provided by the System Access Mobile Network. Visit > www.serotek.com to learn more about accessibility anywhere. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi, So this new app wakes your iphone or ipod touch up from sleep if there's a warning, that's very cool. Courtney On Apr 27, 2011, at 3:27 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: > Hi: > App provides text and audio. It woke me up from a sound sleep at 5 A.M. when > we were under a tornado warning. That was worth the $10. Tunein and Weather > apps only work if you are awake to look at thim. > On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:32 AM, Scott Howell wrote: > >> Hello Sarai, >> >> Question concerning this app. Does it provide textual information about the >> weather or only audio information via an audio feed. In other words, can you >> look at the local forecast without having to just listen? I know this app is >> a little expensive, but I'm still curious about the quality and quantity of >> information provided. So, with that said, what information does it provide >> with respect to the weather forecasts and current conditions. THe >> description was not very clear about this. >> ALso, have you found any aspects of the app that are not accessible? ANy >> other comments etc. you would like to share regarding the app or how it >> compares to other weather apps you may have tried? >> >> THanks, >> Scott >> >> On Apr 26, 2011, at 11:21 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: >> >>> All: >>> I wanted to let you know Imap Weather Radio has just arrived in the app >>> store today. It's accessible with Voiceover. This weather radio can alert >>> you to bad weather using your GPS location, or you can program up to 5 >>> locations. Allerts can be customized for specific weather events. So far, >>> it is very good. You can also listen to your local weather radio station. >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi Sarai and others, Thanks so much for bringing this app to our attention. One last follow-up question if I may. On the other list I mentioned the WeatherAlert app which will wake you up. That's a good thing, but then it repeats identical warnings such as a thunderstorm or tornado watch every hour day or night unless you disable such alerts completely. Is imapWeather Radio able to filter duplicate alerts? If so, that would place it ahead of MyCast which is asking ten dollars annually for this service and from what I've seen doesn't even offer an accessible way to complete the in-app purchase. Best regards. Geoff On Apr 27, 2011, at 10:10 AM, Matt Dierckens wrote: > doesn't the weather ap on the iphone work just fine? and you can listen to > your local weather radio with tune in radio, which is free. > On 2011-04-26, at 11:53 PM, Mary Otten wrote: > >> Is this the 10 dollar app I just saw in the app store? 10 bucks is a whole >> lot to pay for just a weather app. Is there a different one I'm not seeing? >> >> Mary >> >> Mary Otten >> motte...@gmail.com >> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hi there, and thanks for the info on this app. I have already purchased and installed it. However, I am a little baffled as to what the media partner is. I am assuming this is referring to access to local stations? I was browsing through the FAQ and it mentioned that if you wish to change your media partner, then you would need to completely uninstall and reinstall the app. Any idea what this is and how you go about changing it? I'm not even sure if I have a media partner selected. LOL -- Jenny Wood Phone: (972) 989-3894 Email: kc5...@gmail.com Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:30 PM, Courtney Curran wrote: > Hi, > So this new app wakes your iphone or ipod touch up from sleep if there's a > warning, that's very cool. > Courtney > On Apr 27, 2011, at 3:27 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: > >> Hi: >> App provides text and audio. It woke me up from a sound sleep at 5 A.M. when >> we were under a tornado warning. That was worth the $10. Tunein and Weather >> apps only work if you are awake to look at thim. >> On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:32 AM, Scott Howell wrote: >> >>> Hello Sarai, >>> >>> Question concerning this app. Does it provide textual information about the >>> weather or only audio information via an audio feed. In other words, can >>> you look at the local forecast without having to just listen? I know this >>> app is a little expensive, but I'm still curious about the quality and >>> quantity of information provided. So, with that said, what information does >>> it provide with respect to the weather forecasts and current conditions. >>> THe description was not very clear about this. >>> ALso, have you found any aspects of the app that are not accessible? ANy >>> other comments etc. you would like to share regarding the app or how it >>> compares to other weather apps you may have tried? >>> >>> THanks, >>> Scott >>> >>> On Apr 26, 2011, at 11:21 PM, Sarai Bucciarelli wrote: >>> All: I wanted to let you know Imap Weather Radio has just arrived in the app store today. It's accessible with Voiceover. This weather radio can alert you to bad weather using your GPS location, or you can program up to 5 locations. Allerts can be customized for specific weather events. So far, it is very good. You can also listen to your local weather radio station. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
adium and facebook, help pls
Hello all, I believe , since 2/3 months, the people on … that I send messages, receive nothing. I have upgraded adium to the last version and I have also removed and re-installed adium. Also , the shared files were removed. The same adium seems to work well with my msn-accounts. So, I think, something on the settings is changed on Facebook by the creators of Facebook. Any hints should be very appreciated, best regards, William Windels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iOS 4.3.2: New Software Keyboard Rotor Option
Hello, If I understand well, this is perhaps something like vo+j on the macbook? cheers, William Op 19-apr-2011, om 22:23 heeft Esther het volgende geschreven: > Hi Erik, > > I haven't updated my iPad to iOS 4.3.2 yet, but a rotor setting for > "containers" is great. Containers are the separate sub-units of the screen > that make use of the larger screen format of the iPad. For example, in the > Mail app on the iPad, when you're in landscape mode there is a list of > Mailboxes or messages on the left side of the screen, and the currently > selected message displayed on the right. Similarly, in Settings you have the > list of "Settings" categories on the left, and the detailed menu page (e.g. > "Accessibility", "VoiceOver", or "Web Rotor") on the right. Those are two > different containers, and it sounds as though the rotor has added an easy way > to navigate between the two, which is something that I've been wanting. > > HTH. Cheers, > > Esther > > On Apr 19, 2011, at 08:53, Erik Heil wrote: > >> Hello, >> >> I just updated my iPad to iOS 4.3.2 and noticed a new rotor option within te >> software keyboards called "containers". Anyone of you guys knw what this is? >> Thanks for the help. >> >> Sent from my iPad > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
forcing podcasts to download
Hi all, I'm trying to download a podcast, but every time I click on the Download link, it starts to play rather than download. Is there some way I can force it to download? Thanks, Donna -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: forcing podcasts to download
Hi Donna, When on the link, press option return. hth Ricardo Walker rwalker...@gmail.com Twitter, Skype, and AIM: rwalker296 www.mobileaccess.org On Apr 27, 2011, at 6:15 PM, Donna Goodin wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm trying to download a podcast, but every time I click on the Download > link, it starts to play rather than download. Is there some way I can force > it to download? > Thanks, > Donna > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: forcing podcasts to download
Hey Ricardo, thanks. I thought there was something like this, but couldn't find it in my saved messages. I'll now save your message. *grin* Best, Donna On Apr 27, 2011, at 6:13 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote: > Hi Donna, > > When on the link, press option return. > > hth > > Ricardo Walker > rwalker...@gmail.com > Twitter, Skype, and AIM: rwalker296 > www.mobileaccess.org > > > > On Apr 27, 2011, at 6:15 PM, Donna Goodin wrote: > >> Hi all, >> >> I'm trying to download a podcast, but every time I click on the Download >> link, it starts to play rather than download. Is there some way I can force >> it to download? >> Thanks, >> Donna >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
how do I make a plain text document
Hello, I feel dumb asking but I need to create a plain text (.txt) document. I thought I could just use text edit but in the drop down menu for save document as there is no plain text option. I thought I could just add the dot txt to the end of the file name but a message dialog prompted me that I could not save it as a txt but I could save it as rtf or both an rtf and txt with both extensions on the file name. I need this document to be a plain text document so that is read properly when imported into a program. Thanks ahead of time. Christina -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: how do I make a plain text document
Hi Christina! In the menus there is a make plain text command! Command+shift+t I do not know if that will do the trick! Colin Qapla! Chegh chew jaj Vam jaj Kak On 27 Apr 2011, at 23:25, Christina wrote: > Hello, > > I feel dumb asking but I need to create a plain text (.txt) document. I > thought I could just use text edit but in the drop down menu for save > document as there is no plain text option. I thought I could just add the > dot txt to the end of the file name but a message dialog prompted me that I > could not save it as a txt but I could save it as rtf or both an rtf and txt > with both extensions on the file name. > > I need this document to be a plain text document so that is read properly > when imported into a program. > > Thanks ahead of time. > > Christina > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Hey all. I was reading about this app for IOS devices and it sounds cool. My question is is there any accessible app like that for Mac? I tried using the weather widgit that Dashboard has and I didn't like it. It would be nice if there were an actual app for Mac like the one you're talking about. When I owned a PC, I really liked a program called Weatheraloud but it didn't show any watches or warnings. I'd like something for this thing that would read current conditions and forecasts like that for the Mac. I'll do a google search but I figured that I'd ask all of you guys as well. Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Apple TV and streaming movies
you can determine how big you want the files to be before you import the DVD. Justin On Apr 26, 2011, at 5:20 PM, Kliph&Sharrie wrote: > How big does handbreak make the files when you rip them? > > -Original Message- > From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com > [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jenny Wood > Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 3:10 PM > To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: Apple TV and streaming movies > > Um, actually, we use handbrake to rip DVD's. So far, this has been the > easiest, most reliable method of copying movies onto the hard drive for us. > We simply leave handbrake's settings set to the defaults, except for > optimizing the output file for iPod/iPhones. Although, I think it may even > have a setting to optimize the file for the AppleTV, but don't recall for > sure. So far, all of the movies in our collection stream beautifully via > the AppleTV. My apologies, I don't have much experience with many other DVD > ripping applications. We have just stuck with what works for us. > > > > -- > > Jenny Wood > Phone:(972) 989-3894 > Email:kc5...@gmail.com > Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni > > > > > On Apr 26, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Michael Thurman wrote: > >> a silly question but what do you use to get your movies into a form that > can be share don your network to the apple ios divices? >> handbrake is a joke from what I have seen and he last vd i tried to >> rip with dvd shrink was garbage with no audio mac the ripper gave the >> same results but I odn't know what I'm doing with either mac the >> ripper or handbrake how ever you spell it lol so it could be my fault >> it would be nice to be able to listen to my discs without having to >> handle media thanks michael you can write me off list if you prefer :) >> >> On Apr 23, 2011, at 4:22 PM, Jenny Wood wrote: >> >>> Hi there. Thank you so very much for the response! Actually, we had > already enabled homesharing and were able to see our music, but for some > reason the movies were not available. Strangely enough though, after my > husband converted another movie to the appropriate format and added it to > our library, all of the other movies suddenly showed up. We have no idea > what happened there, but I suppose I won't sweat it so long as it works. :-) > So now we have our family library setup on a desktop with all of our movies > and music, able to stream to the Apple TV, iPods or iPhones. I have a > feeling this little device will more than pay for itself in short order. > Thank you again! >>> >>> -- >>> >>> Jenny Wood >>> Phone: (972) 989-3894 >>> Email: kc5...@gmail.com >>> Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Apr 23, 2011, at 2:10 PM, Mike Huckabay wrote: >>> Hi Jenny One thing you could do to be able to stream tv and movies from > your iTunes on your mac to your apple tv is enabling home sharing that way > you could stream movies and tv across your network to your apple tv. If I > can help further send a privet message to dryden.mikehucka...@gmail.com I > hope this helps you though. On 2011-04-23, at 8:38 AM, Jenny Wood wrote: > Good day all! Okay, so my husband and I just purchased a new Apple > TV, and so far, we love it! Streaming Netflix is absolutely > awesome, and I love having so many choices of streaming internet > radio stations to listen to. My question though, is concerning > movies. Can one stream movies using airplay from an iTunes library > on another machine? More specifically, can you stream movies that > are not necessarily purchased from the iTunes store? We have a lot > of movies that are currently in a format compatible with the > iPod/iPhone, but when we attempt to view the list of movies using > the Apple TV, it says it is unable to connect to movies in our > library. It can access the music with no problem. Thank you in > advance for any assistance you have to offer. :-) > > -- > > Jenny Wood > Phone:(972) 989-3894 > Email:kc5...@gmail.com > Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisio
iOS Astronomy Apps [was Re: Sun and Moon position?]
Hi Gabriel,
Regarding my recommendation of the free Sun Seeker Lite app by ozPDA (listed
below) to find the elevation and azimuth of the Sun:
Sun Seeker Lite (free) by ozPDA:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sun-seeker-lite/id351836585?mt=8
you further asked:
On Apr 27, 2011, Gabriel Battaglia wrote:
> Hi Esther.
> Wonderful answer and nice app you've suggested.
> Many many thanks.
>
> Do you know something like that but for moon and others solar system planets?
>
> Thanks.
>
I'll cc this reply to the macvisionaries list, since it is lengthy and I don't
want to have to type this again, or strain to find this in the viphone list
archives if someone asks again about this. I assume that the Moon Seeker app
($1.99) from the same developer gives the information about lunar phase and
location with comparable accessibility, but I haven't tried it. Sun Seeker (the
paid version) was recently listed by AppAdvice as the top app in a new list of
Sun Seeker Apps that appeared about a week ago:
http://appadvice.com/appguides/show/sun-seeker-apps
I tried the free Lite edition. The full edition should let you adjust date and
a few other things. It also presumably updates the solstice sun positions for
2011 instead of 2010, although that shouldn't change too much.
I'm not sure what you mean by something like this app for the Moon and other
solar system planets. If you're asking about other accessible, or partially
accessible astronomy apps, there is a "SkySafari Lite" app issued by Carina
Software (now renamed Southern Stars). The Lite version is $2.99, but has been
offered free on occasion in the past, most recently a couple of weeks ago in
honor of the 50th anniversary of the first instance of a manned orbit of the
Earth by astronaut Yuri Gagarin.
• SkySafari Lite ($2.99) by Carina Software:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/skysafari-lite/id321419308?mt=8
Here's the description: "SkySafari Lite is a celestial travel guide. It's an
easy-to-use planetarium program app to help you explore the night sky. It is
brought to you by Southern Stars, previously the mobile application division of
Carina Software."
It's a universal binary app, so I have this loaded on my iPad. But here's the
brief description. This is a planetarium app, so it comes up with a view of
your sky, set for your "Current Location" (top left of screen) and current date
and time (top right of the screen). With VoiceOver on, you flick right through
those entries at the top, and 5 buttons at the bottom of the screen for
"Search", "Info", "Settings", "Time", and "Help". The basic information on how
the app works and what its features are accessed via the "Help" button in the
bottom right corner. You'll get a list view of topics, including a an entry
reviewing "Basic Concepts" like astronomical coordinates, date and time, phases
of the moon, etc. This is all accessible, but contains graphics links. So you
probably don't want to click on any links in under the explanations, because
they just display the graphic that illustrates the point in enlarged fashion,
so that it takes up the whole screen. There's quite a lot about planets and
their motion, star formation and evolution, galaxies, etc. under the "Basic
Concepts".
The "Settings" button (3rd of 5, above "Home" button) lets you configure the
display. You likely won't use most of these, but you can choose things like
your location, default time used for the app's display (current time, sunset,
sunrise, moonset, moonrise, etc.) and things like the size of the field of view
in the display. Some of this affects the default information that is shown
when you double tap the "Info" button (2nd of 5) for detailed information
about an object -- like what the azimuth is from your position (given as an
angle value, along with a direction, like "East"), and its altitude (along
given as an angle, along with a description like "above (or below) horizon").
The object information includes basic data like object name, distance, brief
description (e.g. "Moon of Saturn"), brightness, and a section on astronomical
coordinates and visibility (alluded to earlier, including rise or set time).
There's also a verbal description (e.g. "Mimas is the innermost large Moon of
Saturn" with a history of its discovery and properties). Again, in these
sections, links are invariably to graphics. If you end up double tapping them,
and can't get out, just toggle VoiceOver off with a triple click of the Home
button, double tap the center of the screen, then toggle VoiceOver on again
with triple click Home. On the iPad, there are two info sections with the
basic data and the detailed description. There are "center" and "done" buttons
that return you to the main screen. ("Center" puts the object that you are
reading about in the center of the screen, and "Done" just returns without
updating the screen -- you won't use the display information with VoiceOver.)
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Re: Apple TV and streaming movies
> Hi, I have Handbrake set to rip to Apple Universal format and movies end up anywhere from 1.3 GB to 2.5 GB depending on the length and quality of the original. This is pretty close to the same size as what you get from the iTunes Store, maybe a little bigger in some cases. I've found, at least with my 1st Generation Apple TV, that making sure that things are either set to Apple Universal or Apple TV that things work without a hitch. My sighted family has never complained about the video quality and I've always enjoyed the sound quality. Later... > On Apr 26, 2011, at 5:20 PM, Kliph&Sharrie wrote: > >> How big does handbreak make the files when you rip them? >> >> -Original Message- >> From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com >> [mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jenny Wood >> Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 3:10 PM >> To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com >> Subject: Re: Apple TV and streaming movies >> >> Um, actually, we use handbrake to rip DVD's. So far, this has been the >> easiest, most reliable method of copying movies onto the hard drive for us. >> We simply leave handbrake's settings set to the defaults, except for >> optimizing the output file for iPod/iPhones. Although, I think it may even >> have a setting to optimize the file for the AppleTV, but don't recall for >> sure. So far, all of the movies in our collection stream beautifully via >> the AppleTV. My apologies, I don't have much experience with many other DVD >> ripping applications. We have just stuck with what works for us. >> >> >> >> -- >> >> Jenny Wood >> Phone: (972) 989-3894 >> Email: kc5...@gmail.com >> Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni >> >> >> >> >> On Apr 26, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Michael Thurman wrote: >> >>> a silly question but what do you use to get your movies into a form that >> can be share don your network to the apple ios divices? >>> handbrake is a joke from what I have seen and he last vd i tried to >>> rip with dvd shrink was garbage with no audio mac the ripper gave the >>> same results but I odn't know what I'm doing with either mac the >>> ripper or handbrake how ever you spell it lol so it could be my fault >>> it would be nice to be able to listen to my discs without having to >>> handle media thanks michael you can write me off list if you prefer :) >>> >>> On Apr 23, 2011, at 4:22 PM, Jenny Wood wrote: >>> Hi there. Thank you so very much for the response! Actually, we had >> already enabled homesharing and were able to see our music, but for some >> reason the movies were not available. Strangely enough though, after my >> husband converted another movie to the appropriate format and added it to >> our library, all of the other movies suddenly showed up. We have no idea >> what happened there, but I suppose I won't sweat it so long as it works. :-) >> So now we have our family library setup on a desktop with all of our movies >> and music, able to stream to the Apple TV, iPods or iPhones. I have a >> feeling this little device will more than pay for itself in short order. >> Thank you again! -- Jenny Wood Phone: (972) 989-3894 Email: kc5...@gmail.com Facebook/Twitter/Skype:kc5gni On Apr 23, 2011, at 2:10 PM, Mike Huckabay wrote: > Hi Jenny One thing you could do to be able to stream tv and movies from >> your iTunes on your mac to your apple tv is enabling home sharing that way >> you could stream movies and tv across your network to your apple tv. If I >> can help further send a privet message to dryden.mikehucka...@gmail.com I >> hope this helps you though. > On 2011-04-23, at 8:38 AM, Jenny Wood wrote: > >> Good day all! Okay, so my husband and I just purchased a new Apple >> TV, and so far, we love it! Streaming Netflix is absolutely >> awesome, and I love having so many choices of streaming internet >> radio stations to listen to. My question though, is concerning >> movies. Can one stream movies using airplay from an iTunes library >> on another machine? More specifically, can you stream movies that >> are not necessarily purchased from the iTunes store? We have a lot >> of movies that are currently in a format compatible with the >> iPod/iPhone, but when we attempt to view the list of movies using >> the Apple TV, it says it is unable to connect to movies in our >> library. It can access the music with no problem. Thank you in >> advance for any assistance you have to offer. :-) >> >> -- >> >> Jenny Wood >> Phone: (972) 989-3894 >> Email: kc5...@gmail.com >> Facebook/Twitter/Skype: kc5gni >> >> >> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >> Groups "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >
Re: forcing podcasts to download
Yes, there are actually 2 ways. Once you're on the link, press control option shift m to open the actions menu, choose download linked file. Alternatively, once you have focused the link, hold the option key and press enter, this will start the download. On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:15 PM, Donna Goodin wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm trying to download a podcast, but every time I click on the Download > link, it starts to play rather than download. Is there some way I can force > it to download? > Thanks, > Donna > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: how do I make a plain text document
Text edit has a command that will do this. Press command shift t. Once that is done, saving the file should produce plain text. On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:25 PM, Christina wrote: > Hello, > > I feel dumb asking but I need to create a plain text (.txt) document. I > thought I could just use text edit but in the drop down menu for save > document as there is no plain text option. I thought I could just add the > dot txt to the end of the file name but a message dialog prompted me that I > could not save it as a txt but I could save it as rtf or both an rtf and txt > with both extensions on the file name. > > I need this document to be a plain text document so that is read properly > when imported into a program. > > Thanks ahead of time. > > Christina > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
I actually got this app, it is very accessible. The radio part does not actually play the NOAA weather radio, but rather, a computer voice reading the current conditions and forecast. Looks like the voices they are using are from Cepstral. This app has an interesting side effect though. Once installed, location tracking stays on all the time. I could understand this happening if the app was running, but even killing it in the app switcher and turning off notifications does not turn the location tracking off. The only way I could do this was to turn off location tracking in settings. On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:42 PM, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: > Hey all. I was reading about this app for IOS devices and it sounds cool. My > question is is there any accessible app like that for Mac? I tried using the > weather widgit that Dashboard has and I didn't like it. It would be nice if > there were an actual app for Mac like the one you're talking about. When I > owned a PC, I really liked a program called Weatheraloud but it didn't show > any watches or warnings. I'd like something for this thing that would read > current conditions and forecasts like that for the Mac. I'll do a google > search but I figured that I'd ask all of you guys as well. > > Shawn > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: Accessible Weather Radio App for iOS devices
Overall, I'm very impressed with this app. It is very accessible. It does notify you when there is an alert for a city you are watching and you can watch 5 I believe. You can read or hear the warnings & forecasts. In the FAQ they tell you that you may occasionally need to close it int he App switcher & restart if it isn't ab le to get data. I've had to do that once but then all was well. Whether it's worth $10 probably depends on a variety of personal factors, but it does what it says it does & does it accessibly. So if a weather radio style app is what you want, this will probably do the trick. On 4/27/11, Mike Arrigo wrote: > I actually got this app, it is very accessible. The radio part does not > actually play the NOAA weather radio, but rather, a computer voice reading > the current conditions and forecast. Looks like the voices they are using > are from Cepstral. This app has an interesting side effect though. Once > installed, location tracking stays on all the time. I could understand this > happening if the app was running, but even killing it in the app switcher > and turning off notifications does not turn the location tracking off. The > only way I could do this was to turn off location tracking in settings. > On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:42 PM, Shawn Krasniuk wrote: > >> Hey all. I was reading about this app for IOS devices and it sounds cool. >> My question is is there any accessible app like that for Mac? I tried >> using the weather widgit that Dashboard has and I didn't like it. It would >> be nice if there were an actual app for Mac like the one you're talking >> about. When I owned a PC, I really liked a program called Weatheraloud but >> it didn't show any watches or warnings. I'd like something for this thing >> that would read current conditions and forecasts like that for the Mac. >> I'll do a google search but I figured that I'd ask all of you guys as >> well. >> >> Shawn >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > > -- Find me on: Twitter: http://twitter.com/deblewis53 Facebook: http://facebook.com/deblewis53 WWW: http://therideradio.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: forcing podcasts to download
Hi Mike, That's interesting. I tried Ctrl-Option-Shift-M, but there was no download file option. Thanks for letting me know that that is sometimes an option, though, I'll keep it in mind. Best, Donna On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:07 PM, Mike Arrigo wrote: > Yes, there are actually 2 ways. Once you're on the link, press control option > shift m to open the actions menu, choose download linked file. Alternatively, > once you have focused the link, hold the option key and press enter, this > will start the download. > On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:15 PM, Donna Goodin wrote: > >> Hi all, >> >> I'm trying to download a podcast, but every time I click on the Download >> link, it starts to play rather than download. Is there some way I can force >> it to download? >> Thanks, >> Donna >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
debating whether or not to extend my warrantee on the macbook pro
Hey folks, How are yo? I have a few questions about the mackbook pro since I am kind of a newby to the mac. I got an email from the apple store saying that my 1 year warrantee for the mac is about to expire next month. I am debating wether or not I should get the apple care plan mostly because of the cost. I know that this piece of equipment is very expensive and serves all of the needs I have. I can't be anymore happier with the mac myself since I first got it. I'm still learning a lot about the mac even though i've had it for 1 year. What do you think about the apple care plan. Should I go ahead and pay the $249$ for the extension of the warranty which is 2 years or should I just forgo that? What are the benefits of the apple care plan? When is it necessary to have the extended warrantee? Is there a payment plan in case I can't afford the high cost of the warrantee extension? Thank you very much, I really appreciate it. Priscilla Garces priscillagarces1...@hotmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: iPhone keypad question?
I just wonder if you've got your phone in touch typing mode instead of standard typing, because, in standard, typing you have to put your finger on the letter, tap once more to confirm the letter where as you lift your finger off in touch, typing once you find the letter. but i may be wrong I hope its close to the mark. cheers gerry skype gerry.cook1 - Original Message - From: "Maurice Mines" To: Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2011 3:02 AM Subject: iPhone keypad question? Hello list, when I first got my phone when typing I was able to double top of each letter in order to accomplish typing a letter. Now all it seemed that the single tab accomplishes this, much sooner than I intended to. I have some cerebral palsy, so I would very much appreciate being able to go back to the double tap method. As it would allow me to type the letters I want, instead of the letters that I'm trying to avoid. It makes typing a very frustrating experience. Other any suggestions in order to go back to the double tap method? Hope everyone on the list is having a great day. Now back to trying to get some schoolwork done of course on my Mac. Cheers everybody. Amateur radio call sign kd0iko. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Re: debating whether or not to extend my warrantee on the macbook pro
yes get the plan. On Apr 27, 2011, at 9:17 PM, Priscilla Garces wrote: > Hey folks, > How are yo? > I have a few questions about the mackbook pro since I am kind of a newby to > the mac. > I got an email from the apple store saying that my 1 year warrantee for the > mac is about to expire next month. > I am debating wether or not I should get the apple care plan mostly because > of the cost. > I know that this piece of equipment is very expensive and serves all of the > needs I have. > I can't be anymore happier with the mac myself since I first got it. I'm > still learning a lot about the mac even though i've had it for 1 year. > > What do you think about the apple care plan. Should I go ahead and pay the > $249$ for the extension of the warranty which is 2 years or should I just > forgo that? What are the benefits of the apple care plan? When is it > necessary to have the extended warrantee? Is there a payment plan in case I > can't afford the high cost of the warrantee extension? > > Thank you very much, I really appreciate it. > > > Priscilla Garces > priscillagarces1...@hotmail.com > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
sounds in Bootcamp
Hi everyone, I have a MacBook Pro with a BootCamp partition. It is installed with Windows 7. I am having a problem where the headphones is not working in Windows. The speakers are working just fine giving me all the sounds. But as soon as I plug in the headphones, sounds disappear. I verified that the volume is at maximum, but still no sounds. Any suggestions is appreciated. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
Connecting Nokia BH108 bluetooth headset to iPod touch
Hi there folks, I bought a Nokia BH108 Bluetooth headset to interchangeably use with my E71 and iPod touch third gen. Connecting and paring with the nokia was child splay, but what to do with the iPod? When I go to general/Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on, the iPod doesn't see the BH108. Warm regards, Brandt Steenkamp If you like country, oldies and the occasional modern track, you can tune in to my show, "an Eclectic mess" every Wednesday afternoon at 3 PM UTC by going to www.TheGlobalVoice.info Contact me: Skype: brandt.steenkamp007 MSN: brandt...@live.com Google talk/AIM: brandt.steenk...@gmail.com Twitter @brandtsteenkamp -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en.
