Category Archives: iOS Devices

iOS 7, manuals, resources

Posted on September 21, 2013 by John

I figured I’d post this. Thanks to Ioana Gandrabur for posting this on the vIphone list. Here is the iOS 7 user guide in HTML format, iOS 7 HTML user guide

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Thoughts and Resources for iOS 7

Posted on September 18, 2013 by John

I’m sure it’s pretty well known at this point that iOS 7 is here. It was released at 10 AM Pacific time today, though there, at the moment, some reports of trouble downloading it. Undoubtedly, the servers are being hammered … Continue reading →

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September 10 Apple Event

Posted on September 11, 2013 by John

By now, I’m sure most folks know that Apple held another special event on Tuesday and there was a great deal of buzz in regard to what they would announce. We will, for the first time, be treated to two … Continue reading →

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Getting Started Pages

Posted on August 25, 2013 by John

I have spent parts of this weekend putting up two new pages to the site. These are the Getting Started with the Mac and VoiceOver and Getting Started with iOS Devices and VoiceOver pages. I am specifically seeking help from … Continue reading →

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New iDevice Game for the Blind

Posted on June 29, 2013 by John

From the developer of the ColorVisor iOS app, an audio based game for both blind and sighted was recently released. The game is called, MouseKick, and is 0.99 in the App store. There is a Youtube demonstration one can access … Continue reading →

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Apple Updates Their Accessibility Pages on Their Website

Posted on June 21, 2013 by John

For those who might be interested, Apple has revamped their accessibility pages on their website. There is a lot of information and great links to additional resources. They are also open to suggestions and comments as well. You can check … Continue reading →

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WWDC 2013, A Lot of Announcements

Posted on June 10, 2013 by John

Since I was working with a client, I wasn’t able to hear the keynote address at Apple’s World Wide Developer’s conference. However, I did catch bits of it and have read plenty of information about it. I summarize the major … Continue reading →

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Updates, 5/4/13

Posted on May 4, 2013 by John

I’m sure most folks know by now, but the Kindle application for the iPhone was updated by Amazon to now be accessible to VoiceOver. One cannot buy any books through the app, but books can be purchased through the Amazon … Continue reading →

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A Rough Review of the JetPack 5510

Posted on April 12, 2013 by John

Once again, with the kind permission of the author, Scott Granados, here is what he calls a “rough review” of the JetPack 5510. Per request, here’s a rough review of the JetPack 5510 MyFi device. First, what is it? It’s … Continue reading →

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Netatmo Urban Weather Station

Posted on March 13, 2013 by John

Again, this might be of interest to some folks. Please see below. Hello, Netatmo’s Urban Weather Station, the first Made for iPhone personal weather station with air quality sensors, is now compatible with Apple VoiceOver! The Netatmo Weather Station allows … Continue reading →

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