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Using Garage Band 6,, Audio Podcasts, Demonstrated by Ricardo Walker (also includes his Apple to the Core Podcasts as well)
Using Pro Tools, Part 1, audio podcast, demonstrated by Kevin Reeves
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, New Voices in Lion
Audio demonstrations are something new for me, but I am going to try my hand at putting some material up here. For starters, I through together a quick demonstration of some of the new voices in Lion. This is far from “professional” stuff, but I believe it will still be useful to some. As always, comments are welcome. Macfortheblind New Voices in Lion Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, The Activities Feature in Lion
Once again, I try my hand at another quick demo. In this case, I attempt to demonstrate the basics for how the new Activities feature works in Mac OS X 10.7 Lion. Keep in mind that this is not an in depth demonstration, but, instead, more of an overview of how Activities are set up. Note, if it is not clear in the demo, one can set up multiple Activities for a single application, and, in fact, can configure as many Activities as one desires. Macfortheblind Activities in Lion Demo.mp3
First Impressions of Lion
With the kind permission of Sarah Alawami, here is an informative podcast about her first impressions of Lion, including the install process. When you click on the link, go to the Download link and open its context menu or just hit enter on the download link to hear the podcast. First Impressions of Lion
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, Non-Contiguous Selections in Lion
Here is a brief demonstration of how the new way of performing non-contiguous selections work in Mac OS X Lion. It is a slight variation from the past, and I give two examples of how it works. Macfortheblind Non-contiguous Selection in Lion Demo.MP3
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, Burning a Mac OS X Lion DVD
Here is a quick demonstration of how to make a Lion DVD from your install application purchased through the App Store. This will create a bootable DVD, and the process is quite simple. Macfortheblind Burning a Mac OS X Lion DVD Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, The Resume Feature in Lion
There has been a lot of discussion about how the Resume feature in Lion works with individual application windows and the resumption of applications left open after restarting the system. I try to briefly touch on the aspects of the Resume feature and how one can go about disabling it if it is desired either for application windows or the system itself. Macfortheblind the Resume Feature in Mac OS X Lion Demo.mp3
Another Good Demonstration Podcast Covering Lion
Here is a very nicely done demonstration on Lion from the SeroTalk Tech Chat Podcasts. You want to select Tech chat 110 for the podcast on Lion. Note that it also discusses the new Mac Mini and Mac Book Airs models released at the same time Lion was Launched on July 20, 2011. What’s New and Cool in Lion for Mac
A Very Useful Demo on the New View in Mail for OS X Lion
I have Mark Taylor’s Candle Shore blog in the Links page of the site, but in Episode 98, he does a very nice demo of the new view in Mail in Lion and how the conversations feature can be customized. This is a link to Mark’s podcast page, and you want to select episode 98. the Candle Shore blog
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Mail in OS X Lion
This is, by no means, a comprehensive demonstration of VoiceOver in Apple Mail in OS X Lion. It just covers some basic aspects, and mainly demonstrates the difference between the classic view and the new standard view available in Mail. Nevertheless, it should give a pretty good idea of how the VoiceOver user can approach the latest version of Mail. Macfortheblind Mail in OS X Lion Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with Signatures in Mail
Here is a brief demonstration about working with signatures in Apple Mail. I talk about creating a new signature, selecting a default signature for an account and choosing a signature manually within a mail message. This demo was done using OS X Lion, but note that the techniques demonstrated also apply to Snow Leopard as well. Macfortheblind Working with Signatures in Mail Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with Safari
This is a demonstration that is a bit longer than I usually present them. I try to briefly cover the various ways one can browse using VoiceOver on the Mac in Safari with the keyboard and the multi-touch, glass trackpad. It is, by no means, a comprehensive demonstration and there are some things I could not get into a great deal of detail covering. However, hopefully, it will still be helpful to both Lion users and those running Snow Leopard as well. Macfortheblind Working With Safari Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with the Version History in Mac OS Lion
This demonstration discusses and demonstrates some aspects of working with the version history in documents as part of the “modern document model” Apple now uses in OS X Lion. Locking and unlocking documents and reverting to previously saved versions are topics I also highlight. Macfortheblind Working with the Version History in Mac OS Lion Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with iChat
This is, by no means, a comprehensive demonstration of every feature of iChat. However, I try to cover what I feel are the most important areas, such as setting up audio and speech notifications, the message window and notable items in the menus. I also discuss other iChat preferences one should be aware of, and show how to start a text chat with an online contact. Please note that the information in this demo is not Lion specific by any means, and that Snow Leopard and, I believe, even Leopard users will benefit from it. Macfortheblind Working with iChat Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with iCal in Mac OS X Lion
Here are some iCal basics. I try to cover the most important parts of iCal preferences, the interface of iCal, the calendar views and setting up a new event. It is, by no means, and in depth demonstration, but, hopefully, it should get you started and on your way to using iCal effectively. Macfortheblind Working with iCal in OS X Lion Demo.mp3
A Demonstration of iOS 5
Courtesy of Sarah Alawami, and with her kind permission, here is a link to her demonstration on iOS 5 from her The Fun Filled Podcast. You can listen to it here.
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with iTunes in Mac OS X
This is a demonstration of some iTunes basics and a brief overview of the program. Without a doubt, iTunes is a very sophisticated application that would take a several part demonstration to truly cover. So, I really only give a brief look at it and try to cover the interface and some items of interest in the menus and in iTunes Preferences. However, this should be enough to help some folks out. Macfortheblind Working With iTunes in Mac OS X Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series, Working with Address Book in Mac OS X
This is a brief demonstration using Address Book on the Mac. I cover the interface and some basic tasks, such as creating a group and renaming a group, as well as viewing contact info. Additionally, I mention some Address Book preferences of interest. Macfortheblind Working with Address Book Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 14), Working with Siri Demo
This is a brief demonstration using the Siri Assistant on the iPhone 4S. I go over some basics in checking the time/weather to setting reminders, checking ones schedule and sending text messages. I also discuss a bug that crops up from time to time with VoiceOver and Siri and an easy work around that corrects the problem in most instances. Working with Siri Demo.MP3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 15, Working with DocuScan Plus
Yes, I know the “plan” was to continue with the iPhone and iOS, but in messing with the Piezo recording software package, I ended up recording this demonstration of using DocuScan Plus, an OCR application from Serotek. I go over the basics and how to save a scanned document. DocuScan Plus demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 16) Working with Text on the Web in Mountain Lion
In my first podcast covering Mountain Lion, I demonstrate the 3 ways one can now select text on the web in Mountain Lion. Macfortheblind Selecting Text on the Web in Mountain Lion Demo.mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 17) Working with the Dictation Feature in Mountain Lion
This is a brief demonstration on how to set up and use the new dictation feature in Mountain Lion. It is not detailed, but will surely assist you in setting it up and understanding how it works. Macfortheblind Working with the Dictation Feature in Mountain Lion Demo
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 18) Working with the Finder, Part 1
Here is the first of 3 demonstrations I have done on the Finder. Note that this was done in Mountain Lion, but will apply to Lion and, at least, Snow Leopard. Also, this is only a basic demonstration, but, hopefully, it will help folks understand how the Finder works and to be able to navigate it. Macfortheblind Working with Finder Demo (Part 1).mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 19) Working with the Finder, Part 2
Here is the second installment of my 3 part demonstration on the Finder. I go further into the world of Finder and will follow up with a 3rd part soon. Macfortheblind Working with Finder Demo (Part 2).mp3
Macfortheblind Audio Demonstration Series (Episode 20) Working with the Finder, Part 3
Here is the final part of my Finder demonstration. Hopefully, with all 3 parts, you will be able to have a better handle on how Finder looks and works, how to navigate your folder and file structure and how to copy and move Finder items.
Macfortheblind Working with Finder Demo (Part 3).mp3Connecting a Braille Display to an iDevice
Scott Davert of Applevis has kindly given permission to link to his podcast he recently did for connecting a Braille display to an iDevice. I will be adding links to other podcast demonstrations Scott has done. I highly recommend listening to it.
Connecting Braille Displays to an iDevice
MacBook Air: Unboxing and Initial Setup with VoiceOver Assistance
Yet another a podcast link courtesy of Scott Davert of Applevis. This one is on unboxing and setting up a Mac Book Air with VoiceOver assistance.
Unboxing and initial setup of the Mac Book Air
Using braille displays with the Mac
A link to another great podcast from Scott Davert of Applevis on connecting and using a Braille display on the Mac.
Using Braille displays with the Mac
Using gestures on the Trackpad for the Mac: Making Navigation on the Mac Similar to iOS
With Scott Davert of Applevis’s permission, here is a link to a podcast he did on using gestures on the Mac to make navigation similar to that on iOS devices.
Using gestures on the trackpad of a Mac
Transferring your Content and Settings to a new iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch
For iOS users who are interested, here is another podcast link courtesy of Scott Davert of Applevis that explains how to transfer settings to a new iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch.
Transferring your Content and Settings to a new iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch
Siri Versus the Google Voice Search: which is better?
Scott Davert of Applevis gives us a comparison between SIRI and Google Voice in this podcast link.
MusicDock: an Accessible Way to Listen to SiriusXM Radio Stations on your iDevice
Another great podcast link courtesy of Scott Davert of Applevis. This one is on using the MusicDock to listen to SiriusXM Radio.
MusicDock: an Accessible Way to Listen to SiriusXM Radio
Installing more than 1 premium voice with iOS 7
Another podcast from Scott Davert of Applevis.
Installing more than 1 premium voice with iOS 7
What’s new with Siri in iOS 7?
Scott Davert of Applevis offers the following podcast as well.
What’s new with Siri in iOS 7
What’s new and what has changed for braille users in iOS 7
Scott Davert of Applevis explores Braille in iOS 7 in this podcast.
What’s new and what has changed for braille users in iOS 7
Tuning in to tunes with iTunes radio
Demonstrating iTunes Radio in iOS 7, here is another Applevis podcast from Scott Davert.
Tuning in to tunes with iTunes radio
We read you loud and clear: a demonstration of the BARD Mobile app
The long awaited BARD mobile app is demonstrated in iOS 7 by Scott Davert of Applevis.
a demonstration of the BARD Mobile app
Macfortheblind.com Audio Demonstration Series, Interaction on the Mac
I return with the Audio Demonstration Series with some tips and suggestions in tackling the Interaction feature on the Mac. In no way is this the end all and be all, but I hope it will help some people to wrap their brain around interacting on the Mac and when it is necessary and when it is not required.
How to Install Windows 8 on the Mac via Bootcamp
Courtesy of Armando Maldonado of Applevis, here is a helpful podcast on installing Windows 8 onto a Mac using the Bootcamp utility that comes as part of Mac OS X.
How to Install Windows 8 on a Mac using Bootcamp
Logic Pro and VoiceOver
Curtesy of Keith Reedy, here are some podcasts on using Logic Pro on the Mac with VoiceOver. This link will take you to the page that contains all active podcasts. Please
A variety of Mac and iOS Podcasts
Here are some links to different podcasts on both the Mac and VoiceOver and iOS and VoiceOver. These podcasts are recorded by, Matthew Vollbrecht, who runs the Tech Juggernaut website.
An Introduction to the Apple TV with VoiceOver
Getting Started with iOS and VoiceOver
Getting Started with OS X and VoiceOver (Part 1
Getting Started with OS X and VoiceOver (Part 2
Tech Talk: New Features in iOS 8
The Apple Watch
Here is a comprehensive demonstration of the Apple Watch also done by Matt of the Tech Juggernaut.
Demonstration of the Apple Watch
3D Touch and VoiceOver on the iPhone 6s
Here is a great demonstration of the 3D Touch feature in VoiceOver on the iPhone 6s done by Scott Davert of Applevis.