Abbyy Fine Reader Express for Mac
Hey guys, Has anybody used Fine Reader Express. I'm thinking of pairing this with an Epson all in one for scanning and OCR. Will I get the results I'm thinking. The scanner comes with a base version of Fine Reader, but know it's not accessible like Express. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks, J. P. Sent from my iPod -- 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.
OT- New to List!
Hello guys! I am new to the list. It only took me 2 months to be approved. I learned quite abit from you guys while waiting! New Mac user who has found this list invaluable. I saw a post on here yesterday, some people didn't know where to send friends to apply for the group. I'm including a link to the application for Mac Visionaries. They apply in the upper right hand corner of the page http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries/about Thanks for the assistance you've given me J.P. Sent from my iPod -- 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.
Need Help Authorizing New Mac in iTunes!
Hey Guys, I need assistance authorizing a new Mac to my iTunes account. I still have some issues with iTunes 11. Can someone tell me what area in iTunes I need to be to authorize this Mac? Thanks, J. P. -- 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.
Syncing iPod Touch to Mac...
Hey guys, I am running into a strange thing on iTunes. I am trying to sync my iPod to my Mac, because I just made some new purchases. I have iOS 6.02 and iTunes 11. My Mac is authorized for this iPod. It won't let me sync, it is dimmed. Has anyone else ever run into this behavior? Thanks for the help! J. P. -- 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.
Preview Question!
Hey guys, I have sort of a strange question. I need to quickly sign some legal documents. I know that Preview has a signature option in preferences. Will I be able to use signature capture on my own, or will I need sighted help? I'm not sure how accessible that feature is. Thanks for your assistance. Unfortunately I don't have FineReader at the ready right now. Best, J. P. Sent from my iPod: jshandr...@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.
OT :Abbyy FineReader Express on sale in Mac App Store!
OT :Abbyy FineReader Express! For anybody who has been considering purchasing Abbyy FineReader Express, now is your best opportunity. It is on sale in the Mac App Store. It normally sells for 99.99, it is 50% off. It is now on sale for 49.99. This is one of the best OCR engines. The voice over capability with Express is wonderful. Just so you know, it supports many different languages. Hope this helps some people considering this purchase. j. p. Sent from my iPod: jshandr...@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. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Accidentally Removed App from LaunchPad!
Hey guys, I need assistance! Today is totally not my day. I accidently removed an app from launchpad on my MacBook Pro. How can I put it back there. Thanks for the help! j. P. Typed with Fleksy reply://jshandr...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
o. t.: Microsoft Office for Mac! Important: read and leave comments!
o. t.: Microsoft Office for Mac! Important: read and leave comments! Hey guys! I contacted Microsoft this week about the accessibility of Office for Mac. I have been in contact with a very nice woman who is now heading up Microsoft's Mac accessibility. I explained to her that Office for Mac was completely inaccessible with voice over. I explained to her how we either need to run a virtual machine or Bootcamp. I'm writing this post for everyone to leave their experiences. Most important, leave your thoughts how accessibility can be improved. Please be nice with comments. She will be reading this. She really is perceptive to our feedback. She wasn't aware how inaccessible it was with voice over. She had worked with accessibility on the PC side, so this is our opportunity to explain what is lacking for Mac. She also agrees that we should only have to load one piece of software end work out of the box. Not have to run a virtual machine. Thanks for your help. j. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
OT: Twitter Breach!
Hey guys, This post is slightly off topic, but important. Twitter announced yesterday that they had a breach of 250, 000 users. You might want to change your password if you do. Have a great day everyone! j. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
OT: iOS 6 Disappointment!
OT: iOS 6 disappointment! Is anyone else feeling a little sad about the iOS eco-system since release in October. Don't get me wrong, there will always be issues. However Apple has had so many issues. First, you had the complete redesign of iBooks, App, iTunes store. In the first release the blind community lost a lot of access, because we didn't even have the ability to see ratings with the new software. Second, you had the App store crashing when you would go into the search area. This happened to everyone, not just our community. thirdly, who can forget the map debacle. You have devices going into recovery mode when you do a reset. The 6. 1 update you now have exchange issue. The extreme 4s battery issue, and now this morning people who use institutional accounts like at schools. Individuals can bypass the no downloading option. I just find this so sad. apple used to pay such close attention to stability, clean UI, and of course accessibility. I still love my Apple products, and hope things change under Jony Ive. Is anyone else feeling slightly let down? This is just a short list, I know you could point out more. I just pointed out a few which never should have happened! J.P. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Attention: 6.1.2 Update Available to Download!
Attention : iOS 6.1.2 available for download! Apple released iOS 6.1.2 software update this morning. The only fix that it points out is for Microsoft Exchange bug. I'm not sure of any accessibility fixes. I just wanted to let people know. Happy Downloading! j. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
anti-Virus Software: download, or Not to Download?
Hey Guys, I wanted to pose a question. What are your feelings about Anti-Virus Software for Mac? If you use it, which do you use? Which is accessible? Until now, I have not used any. apple announced this morning it was hacked by same people who hacked Facebook. So this had me asking myself this question this morning. I'm not paranoid! I feel very safe with Mac OS. We do not have the amount of attacks on Mac, that Windows does. However, it isn't uncommon anymore to hear when it happens. The more people who use them, the bigger the reward for the hackers. So I was curious about your thoughts on this topic. Before anyone jumps down my throat with this post, it's just a question. I feel Apple does a very good job with security. I also know when security flaws are pointed out. They are quick to patch the vulnerability. Thanks for your feedback! Best, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
iTunes 11.02 Update!
Hey Guys, Apple is full of updates today. They updated iTunes to 11.02 this afternoon. It makes some minor improvements, as well as some minor bug fixes. I'm including a link to an article that will give you full run-down. http://appleinsider.com.feedsportal.com/c/33975/f/616168/s/28bdb967/l/0Lappleinsider0N0Carticles0C130C0A20C190Capples0Eitunes0Eupdate0Ebrings0Enew0Ecomposer0Eview0Eminor0Eenhancements/story01.htm Take Care, J. p. Minor Update and Bug fixes -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Mac OS Security Update for Java!
Hey Guys, Apple announced this morning an attack on some of their employees. The hackers are believed to be the same ones that attacked Facebook earlier in the week. apple released a Java security update to fix the issue. So check your software update for download. Best, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Password Help in Recovery Mode!
Hey Guys, I am hoping someone can help! I am having one hell of a morning. I forgot the password on one of my Mac's. Let's not go there. My Mac is running Mountain Lion. I get stuck at a certain point in recovery mode and cant figure out the rest of the key strokes. I go into recovery. Then into utilities, then into terminal. I type resetpassword in the field. It tells me its running in background, but I can't figure out command strokes to get to user to choose. Can someone assist where I'm going wrong? I know I'm going to kick myself when someone points out how easy it is. Thanks, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
OT: Samsung Suing Apple Over Voice Over!
Hey Guys, This is completely off topic. However, this story I'm posting here is disturbing. samsung is suing Apple in a German court over Voice Over. They are claiming it violated one of their patents. What is disturbing, they are trying to get devices with Voice Over banned. Knowing what this would do to the blind community. This is so utterly despicable to me. This is just not a calculated business move. This could actually affect how the blind community has access to GOOD devices. As we all know, no one touches Apple when it comes to including the disabled with its computer and iOS devices. Anyways, I thought you might find this interesting. http://www.idownloadblog.com/2013/02/22/samsungs-disability-lawsuit/ Best, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
OT: Change.Org Petition Samsung Attack On Vlind
Hello All, Some of you may have already seen this. I know its been tweeted out. I posted a petition on Change .Org on Saturday. It is in reference to Samsung trying to block sale of Apple products in Germany. Yes, I know their is a temporary hold on the decision. I just want Samsung to know the attack on the blind community is a bad move. Not only financially, bug for PR reasons. It is your choice whether or not you want to sign. I'm including the link. Pass it around to your friends and family to sign. Thanks for the support.http://chn.ge/XTrva7 Vest, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
10.8.3 Update
10.8.3 Update Hey Guys, I was wondering if anyone had seen any accessibility improvements in the update. I know it was really concentrating on BootCamp. Just curious! Thanks, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
OT: Malicious Virus Targeting Mac!
Hey there listers, This is slightly off topic, but very important. There is a malicious virus targeting Mac. Their is a window which pops up telling you to download something, which you should never do unless its something you specifically want to download. I'm including a link to a story about the virus. Be careful and have a good day. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AppAdvice/~3/QSLiH3lYyCQ/ Regards, J. p. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Is Tune-Up Accessible?
Hey Guys, I have been avoiding this prospect for awhile now.. I really need to clean up my iTunes library. Mainly to clean up duplicates. Does anyone know how accessible Tune-Up is in the Mac Store. I have sighted friends who like it and say it works well. However, obviously don't want to waste the money if it will not work for me. If this isn't accessible, does anyone know of a similar program that is? I'm in the U. s., so I need one from the U. s. Store. Thanks for any help you guys can give! Regards, J. p. Typed with Fleksy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
App Accessibility: Please Read!
Hey Guys, I am writing this post in hopes of your support. I'm getting frustrated with some developers lack of dedication to accessibility for their apps. This isn't to slam all. Their are quite a few who understand importance. There are a lot of developers who don't respond to emails when you write them. I think that Apple should consider a rating for accessibility in the ios and Mac app stores. Maybe 1 to 5, for completely inaccessible to completely accessible. Maybe if developers see it in writing, they might be inclined to fix it. I'm including a link to a post I put on AppleVis. Please consider signing here or there. I also find it demeaning to contact Apple for credit on completely inaccessible apps. I'm not talking partially inaccessible. Their are quite a few which we find work arounds. We have all encountered the ones where developer make no effort, which is wrong because Apple does provide tools to make apps accessible. Thank you for your time. I will forward to Apple with feedback given. AppleVis link: http://www.applevis.com/forum/accessibility-advocacy/app-accessibility-please-read jP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Google Accessibility
Hey Listers, I am asking for your assistance. I have started a petition on Change .Org for Google Accessibility. I started this petition because Google declared to the world they were dedicated to Accessibility. However; their actions do not reflect this statement. Of course browsers and email are accessible. This is a requirement by law. That's where the dedication ends. I'm including some examples. The first example is Google +. If you have ever looked at the app; there are many links and buttons which aren't clearly labeled. The useability is pretty much non existent. For those who have tried an Android device; its not Google that provides the majority of accessibility. It's 3rd party developers and apps. You could spend a whole day trying to find an adequate way to get a task done. Of course; this is because you must find work arounds. I don't know why any blind individual would choose Android at this point. Its not like Apple software which just works out of the box. The last example is the new Hangouts app. It falls into the same category as Google +. Links and buttons aren't clearly labeled. The useability again is lacking. Please take a moment to sign the petition. Tell Google to live up to the promise of accessibility in their products. More importantly; tell them the disabled community is not a second -class society. Thank you for your help! Google Petition: http://www.change.org/petitions/google-include-accessibility-in-all-products-2?share_id=GhGKYCjqjF&utm_campaign=twitter_link_action_box&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=share_petition Regards, JP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
