Re: Bootcamp Update and Yosemite Release

2014-09-02 Thread Eileen Misrahi
nt to backup your data before >> installing any kind of upgrade, chances are things should go just fine. >> Note: I have only installed a minor upgrade to OS X as my computer came >> preinstalled with OS X Mavericks, but this information is based on extensive >> read

Re: Bootcamp Update and Yosemite Release

2014-09-02 Thread Eileen Misrahi
mount of space. Now, this being said, even if you >> lose your JAWS activation, JAWS will run in 40-minute demo mode. Still, I >> agree with Alex that having multiple screen readers, for troubleshooting >> purposes, is best. >> >> Grant >> >>>

Re: Bootcamp Update and Yosemite Release

2014-09-04 Thread Eileen Misrahi
stalling any kind of upgrade, chances are things should go just fine. >> Note: I have only installed a minor upgrade to OS X as my computer came >> preinstalled with OS X Mavericks, but this information is based on extensive >> reading on the Apple Support website. I'm s

RE: antivirus question

2014-09-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I just wanted to chime in here. I have Eset Nod-32 installed on the Window side that has been installed through Bootcamp. Last Friday I performed a smart scan with it on the windows side, I continuously kept using the say line with JAWS to see what was being scanned. I was surprised tha

Experience At AT & T Preorder of iPhone 6 (in store)

2014-09-13 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I thought I would post my experience with AT & T's in placing my preorder of my iPhone6 at the store. If one wants to turn in their old phone to have credit towrds the new one, you will need to surrender the phone when placing the order. Hence, that is simply hog-wash, as if one would

Re: Bookshare Daisy Reader

2014-09-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I could be mistaken, but on the Bookshare.org site, when one is downloading a book, there is an HTML file that one can open that will allow one to read a book through one's browser. I haven't downloaded a book in a month or so, so I would need to go on my PC side and check it out. HTH. E

Re: Bookshare Daisy Reader

2014-09-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, The Humanware Companion is not compatible with the Mac OS environment. Using the Bookshare Reader that was just recently suggested would be the best method to read a book. I usually read my books either on my iPhone through Voice Dream reader or on either my Victor Reader Stream NG or m

Re: voice over not working on i phone, help!

2014-09-16 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, >From time to time, my iPhone 4 loses voiceover. When all things fail, I turn >the phone totally off by holding the power/sleep button and then tapping on >the power off button. I wait a few seconds and then power back up the phone. >This seems to do the trick. HTH. Eileen Sent from

RE: KNFB Reader iPhone App

2014-09-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, Since you brought up the topic of scanning a credit card bill, I have a question for you and anyone else that has the app. Can the KNFB app read the back of a credit card where the 3 digit security code is or for that matter scan the from where the account number and expiration date is? Th

Re: KNFB Reader iPhone App

2014-09-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
.com > Mobile: +64 21 2288 288 > Sent from my iPhone > >> On 20 Sep 2014, at 08:00, Eileen Misrahi wrote: >> >> Hello, >> >> Since you brought up the topic of scanning a credit card bill, I have a >> question for you and anyone else that has the app.

KNFB Reader Able To Read Unconventional Materials

2014-09-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, Now that many on this list and other lists have had some time to play with the KNFB Reader app on the phone, I would like to know if it can read clothing labels, print on round cans and bottles. And no responses to an earlier post of mine on digital LCD readouts. Thanks. Eileen --

Re: KNFB Reader Able To Read Unconventional Materials

2014-09-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
did not read the shirt but I think > the print was somewhat stylized. > > HTH > Jenine Stanley > dragonwalke...@gmail.com > > > > On Sep 21, 2014, at 2:32 PM, Eileen Misrahi wrote: > >> Hello, >> >> Now that many on this list and other lists have ha

Re: VMware or Bootcamp

2014-09-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I'm running Win 8.1 on bootcamp. I have a MBA 2013 computer. And I'm also using Mountain Lion. I have the Juiliette Pro 6o, with a parallel to USB adaptor. The set up is the same on a PC device using the gerneric text printer to have Duxbury send the translated doc to the embosser. I do

Reformatting A BootCam Win Partition To A Single OS Journal Drive

2014-09-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I have a BootCamp partition with Win 8.1 installed on. For reasons that I don't want to get into here, I need to wipe out. On the Mac side, I have opened up BootCamp assistant, but the third option to install or remove Win 7 or higher is dimmed. When I enter on the continue button,

Re: New Mac malware discovered; how to check your Mac for ‘iWorm’ malware

2014-10-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, When I first followed the instructions, I didn't see what needed to be copied. I manually inputted the file thread into the edit field. I'm okay too. Best, Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 3, 2014, at 1:12 PM, Andrew Lamanche wrote: > > I've followed your instructions but I get not

Erasing The BootCamp Disk and Restoring The Macintosh HD To A Single Disk

2014-10-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Helllo, I have been told that if I erase the bootcamp disk that the memory would go back into the OS start up disk or my Macintosh HD. I have gone into the disk utility and I can select the disk to erase, but when I VO-RIGHT arrow or tab to the target edit field it asks for me to drag and drop

Re: Erasing The BootCamp Disk and Restoring The Macintosh HD To A Single Disk

2014-10-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
k into the main Macintosh startup HD. If others have some suggestions on how to resolve this, send them my way. Thanks. Best, Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 5, 2014, at 11:02 PM, Robert Cole wrote: > > Use the boot camp assistant utility > > Sent from my iPhone > >&

Re: Deleting a partition with VoiceOver on Maverick using Disk Utility?

2014-10-09 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Vic, I just had to remove a partition from disk utility the other day, but my issue became more complicated because 471 MB would not be removed. That's a different story. This is what I did and others can pipe in if I am incorrect. 1. Open Disk Utility. 2. Select your main drive at the to

Re: Computer will not boot

2014-10-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I can really feel your frustrations. Fortunately, my MacBook Air was an easy fix at the Apple Store today. One thing I want to add, when booting up into recovery or other dianostic modes on the computer, voiceover can be access with the command-F5. The voice is not Alex, but some other b

Re: Computer will not boot

2014-10-14 Thread Eileen Misrahi
-cmd-left/right moves you through the Rate, Voice, Intonation, Volume > and Pitch and the VO-cmd-up/down changes those levels on the fly. > > Later... > > Tim Kilburn > Fort McMurray, AB Canada > >> On Oct 14, 2014, at 5:48 PM, Eileen Misrahi wrote: >> >> He

Re: osx 10.10

2014-10-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
For many years, Apple has been held to a higher standard in accessibility. I posted about a problem that I was having and still having with updating my apps in the app store on my iPhone 4 using iOS 7.0.6. I did white to the accessibility team at Apple, but received an unacceptable response. The

Re: itext crashes on saving under Yosemite

2014-10-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, This will be one reason not to update so quickly to Yosemite. I use iTexExpress over TextEdit over batting my eyes. Is that the only issue with the app, which is major when doing word processing? This app has many more features and options then TextEdit. I would be curious if you receive an

Re: Still can't use mail after upgrade to Yosemity

2014-10-26 Thread Eileen Misrahi
The only thing I can add to Tim's post is to make sure the port settings for imap is set to 993 incoming and 465 for SMPT (outgoing). Like Tim said, the settings should have migrated over with no issues, but it's worth a look at the setings. Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 26, 2014, at 1

Re: bootcamp question

2014-11-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I may be able assist you in my solution regarding the boot order when I was running Windows in bootcamp. You may think about these. 1. You could set the boot default when on the Windows side in system preferences. There is a link called "bootCamp" and a contextual menu drops down with one

Using Apple TV WithThe Mac Mirror Imaging and Skype

2014-11-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello Folks, I know that I can mirror image from the Mac to the Apple "TV: Next week I would like to use Skype and put it through the Apple TV: Can this be done? I have never attempted this, so I'll need some step-by-step instructions. One of my family members will be stuck overseas for the hol

Re: Braille Embosser and Compatible Software

2014-11-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Tim, Well I think all of us who use Duxbory on the PC side have been patiently waiting for the Mac version, but I think we well be waiting for a long time. This is why I needed to put Windows on my MacBook Air through BootCamp. It worked extremely well until I needed to uninstall the Bo

Re: Braille Embosser and Compatible Software

2014-11-19 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, I forgot to mention about using a braille display with the Mac. Unless it is just me and inexperience in using my Braille Note with my MacBook Air, I have given up in voiceover. I have had difficulty navigating in TextEdit, and Safari, as well as on the finder. Using the Braille Note wit

Re: running Embosser with Duxbury on my Mac

2014-11-22 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, You need to call Duxbury support at 978-692-3000. Before deleting Windows in Bootcamp, I had my Juliette Pro 60 running just fine with Duxbury. I believe I sent you an email with a link in it on how to set up a generic text printer in the devices/printer dialog in Windows. I also have a

Re: OT: WebEx

2014-11-30 Thread Eileen Misrahi
I would like to chime in and make a suggestion. In 2005-2008, I was in grad school using Blackboard. I know the 2 online services have merged. The office chat (real time) was not accessible in Blackboard. The solution was to have a fellow student read the real time chats. I was able to respond i

Re: What is the best Audio Editor?

2014-12-03 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Jonathan, That is super. I can't wait to see it and improve my skills in using Amadeus Pro. Take care. Cheers, Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 3, 2014, at 9:30 AM, Jonathan Mosen wrote: > > Hi Gabriele. Amadeus Pro is not bad at all. I get a lot of work done with it. > And after b

Re: Easiest Printers for the Mac

2014-12-10 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I have a Brother MFC 7340 black laser printer/scanner/fax. When I got my MacBook Air, it was true plug and play. It is a USB device, but I don't think I paid more than $150 for it. I need the flexibility of not running out of ink like on my ink jet printers. Before owning a Mac, this printe

Installing Win 8.1 Through BootCamp Assisted with the KNFB Reader?

2014-12-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello List, I'm always trying to think how I can accomplish this task of installing Win 8.1 through BootCamp without sighted assistance. I do have KNFB Reader installed on my iPhone6, running 8.1. I know that you can get KNFB Reader to read a monitor screen fairly successfully. So, my question

Re: Installing Win 8.1 Through BootCamp Assisted with the KNFB Reader?

2014-12-25 Thread Eileen Misrahi
a USB headset or sound card > around that uses generic Windows drivers, that might be a possible option. > But you might just want to grab some sighted help if available, because while > I know that isn’t ideal, it will probably be the easiest solution. > > Grant > > On Dec 25, 2

Re: Moving files from one folder to another

2014-12-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, What I do is to make sure that I'm in, colun view by pressing CMD and 3 command. Then go and select the file in the current folder and copy it with CMD and c. Go to the folder name, but don't expand it just highlight the folder you want to move the file into. Press CMD, Option, and V altoge

Re: VM Fusion vs Bootcamp

2014-12-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, This is totally personal preference. It alldepends on how much you will use the Windows side. For me, I am still out on the fence which way I'll go this time. I had BootCamp installed on my MacBook Air 2013, but needed to wipe out the entire machine because of a horrific hack Window side.

Re: VM Fusion vs Bootcamp

2014-12-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, to answer the question about installing Windows in BootCamp without sighted assistance still stands and requires sighted assistance. I know there has been some discussion about using a talking installer, but it's only for a 32 bit machine. Regarding the JAWS license, if you are out of autho

Re: VM Fusion vs Bootcamp

2014-12-29 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Grant and Scott, I did purchase an USB sound card about 1-1/2 months ago. So, I would think I'm good to go in using the talking installer. What confused me at Bryan Smart's site is which software to download. I'm assuming that's the reference you made Grant. If not, can you direct me to the

Re: VM Fusion vs Bootcamp

2014-12-30 Thread Eileen Misrahi
its quite good > only thing I am running in to is the usb audio problem at set up see > separate email. hope this helps > > > Hank > > >> On 12/29/2014 4:22 PM, Eileen Misrahi wrote: >> Hi, >> >> to answer the question about installing Window

Re: VM Fusion vs Bootcamp

2014-12-30 Thread Eileen Misrahi
e the download links: > Self extracting ISO image - 32 bit: > http://tinyurl.com/n8bog8x > Self extracting USB image - 32 bit: > http://tinyurl.com/ko4dylp > Self extracting ISO image - 64 bit: > http://tinyurl.com/ndddj27 > Self extracting USB image - 64 bit: > http://tinyu

Re: need some advice installing windows on mac

2014-12-31 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, How are you installing Win 8.1! Is it through BootCamp or VM Fusion? When I did install Win 8.0 on a Mac with Mountain Lion, I didn't need to uninstall ML before installing Win 8.0. I had purchased my copy of Win 8.0 when it was first released. So, I had plenty of problems getting it instal

Re: 2 quick questions about IPhones as looking to upgrade

2015-01-02 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Recently, there was a thread on hijacking a topic. Now, please tell me which topic this is: bootcamp issues or an iOS 6 vs. 6 plus decision? Where are the monitors on this? It's very disconcerting to think I'll be reading numerous threads on bootcamp and find that there's a totally different top

Re: The switch from Microsoft to Apple

2015-01-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
I agree with you. The only reason I open the Windows side is for the Office suites. I have tried the iWorks suite for the Mac, but it doesn't offer me the vast options in Word to mark up a document. JMO. Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 5, 2015, at 11:55 AM, Faisal ali wrote: > > I will a

Re: The switch from Microsoft to Apple

2015-01-05 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, Unless I missed something when I downloaded a trial of Pages, I didn't see any method on how to print an envelope or labels. I am self employed and need to send originals via snail mail. Also, when I prepare training materials, I use various level style headers and I don't think I saw th

Re: The switch from Microsoft to Apple

2015-01-06 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Ann, I did forget to include creating labels with Pages" If there are temtplates for envelopes, I assume there are templates for creating labels. Is that correct? Maybe I need to look at Pages more carefully and see if I can work with it in creating documents similar in Word. Thanks for sett

Re: Using a BrailleNote Apex with an iPhone 4S

2015-01-20 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello, First of all, Are you running the most recent version of KeySoft? The order that you need to take is to turn On Jan 20, 2015, at 11:11 AM, Mike Busboom wrote: > Hi. > > I recently had my BrailleNote Apex repaired and I have been unsuccessful at > getting it to communicate with my iPh

Re: Using a BrailleNote Apex with an iPhone 4S

2015-01-21 Thread Eileen Misrahi
he one question which arrived, I am using Keysoft version 9 4 1, >>> build 1252. >>> >>> Thanks and best regards, >>> >>> Mike >>> >>>> On 20,Jan,2015, at 20:56, Eileen Misrahi wrote: >>>> >>>> Hello

Re: super or carbon

2015-01-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi Mike, I was just about to purchase Carbon Copy Cloner before upgrading to Yosemite. So, if you need to use a mouse to click on the drive, is not not accessible and od you need sighted assistance? thanks for your advise in advance. Best, Eileen On Jan 28, 2015, at 7:27 AM, Mike Arrigo wr

Re: super or carbon

2015-01-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
, Joseph wrote: >> >> Hello, >> A few weeks ago, I emailed the folks at CCC and they told me that CCC isn’t >> VO compatible. >> I was going to purchase it, but not now. >> >>> On Jan 28, 2015, at 8:48 AM, Eileen Misrahi >>> wrote: >>

Re: super or carbon

2015-01-28 Thread Eileen Misrahi
mputer with full accessibility for the blind built-in > >> On Jan 28, 2015, at 10:48 AM, Eileen Misrahi >> wrote: >> >> Hi Mike, >> >> I was just about to purchase Carbon Copy Cloner before upgrading to >> Yosemite. So, if you need to use a mouse to cli

Downloading Adobe Flash

2015-02-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hello All, This is a related question to Adobe flash player. And the automatic update. I have an education that requires Adobe Flash. Is this obtained from the app store or do you go to the web page for Adobe to download it? Thanks for your advise in advance. Best, Eileen Sent from my iPhone

Re: Downloading Adobe Flash

2015-02-07 Thread Eileen Misrahi
gt; Later.. > > Tim Kilburn > Fort McMurray, AB Canada > > On Feb 7, 2015, at 12:37, Eileen Misrahi wrote: > > Hello All, > > This is a related question to Adobe flash player. And the automatic update. I > have an education that requires Adobe Flash. Is this obta

Re: where to download google chrome on mac?

2015-02-15 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, I just Google "chrome for mac" and the first link under search results gets you where you want to be. The link is google.com/chrome. Once there, there's a link for personal use. The first time opening this search link, I didn't need to click on "downloads." If you don't see the "personal us

Re: Need Help with macbook air

2015-02-16 Thread Eileen Misrahi
Hi, The other solution is to make a genius appointment at your local Apple store and let them do it if you are hesitant in taking the plunge. Eileen Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 16, 2015, at 2:51 PM, george b wrote: > > Since you just got it new. > > Call 1 877 204 3930 apple's disability

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