In this episode, James Oates demonstrates the Raise to Wake feature in iOS 10. He shows us how it works, and he shows us how to disable it. He also shows us how to turn off the lock screen sound, if We are so inclined.
New Voices In iOS10: The Voices In My Head
In this episode, James Oates demonstrates the new voices in iOS10. You definitely want to listen to this because Apple has brought some of the best voices out there to help voice-over users. Sighted users want high resolution displays, and visually impaired users want high quality voices.
Don’t Take The Long Way Home: Disable Press Home To Unlock On iOS 10
In this brief episode, James Oates demonstrates the new press home to unlock feature in iOS 10. He then shows us how to disable this feature for those who prefer the previous way of unlocking their iPhone.
Groove Music For Windows: It’s Time To Put On Your Boogie Shoes And Dance The Night Away!
In this podcast, James Oates shows us how to use the Groove Music app. Groove Music is a built in application that comes with Windows10. He provides us with all of the key strokes that are available for Groove Music. He shows us how to search for music and create a playlist. He demonstrates the new feature that allows us to edit a song’s metadata. He shows us how easy it is to control Groove Music by using voice commands with Microsoft’s digital assistant, Cortana. Finally, he shows us how to stream music to a mobile device without having to purchase a Groove Music Pass. It has taken awhile, but Microsoft finally has a legitimate rival to Apple’s iTunes application.
How To Enable Dark Theme Mode In Windows Universal Apps, Microsoft Edge, And Microsoft Office
With the release of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, Microsoft added a Dark Theme mode for all of its Windows Universal Apps. Microsoft also added a dark theme mode for its preferred browser, Microsoft Edge. There is also a little known Dark Theme mode for Microsoft Office as well. Dark Theme modes are not only easy on the eyes, but they also reduce the drain on your laptop’s battery. In this brief article, I will explain how to enable Dark Theme mode in each of these areas.
Spotlight On Blindfold RS Games: RS Games Is Now Available On Your iOS Device.
Join James Oates in this Spotlight interview with Kevin Andrews of RS Games and Marty Schultz, the developer of Blindfold Games. Blindfold Games features more than 45 popular iOS audio games such as; Blindfold Racer, Blindfold Road Trip, Blindfold Bingo, and many others. RS Games specializes in the development of accessible games for the blind and visually impaired. It is an online multi-player platform for the PC and Mac, and now is available on your iOS device as well. If you enjoy this interview, download the Blindfold RS Games app and the Blindfold Games app, and start having fun! You can also listen to our demonstration of the Blindfold RS Games app here.
Windows 10 Anniversary Update: A Complete and Concise Overview.
In this podcast, James Oates tells you everything you need to know about the latest update to Windows 10. He explains the Task Viewer, virtual desktops, the new Start Menu, Cortana’s enhanced performance, Microsoft Edge, extensions for Microsoft Edge, the all new and powerful Narrator, Windows Ink Workspace, the new Settings app, projecting to your computer from other devices, the new Feedback app, the find your Windows Phone feature, how to lock your screen, and the new short cut for accessing your calendar. He also shows you how to setup the new Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Ranking Screen Readers In Windows10 Anniversary Update: The Results Will Surprise You!
In this article, I will attempt to review and rank three of the most popular current screen readers that are available at this time. The three screen readers were tested on the most recent version of Windows 10 anniversary update. This is important because one of the screen readers is Microsoft’s most recently updated Narrator. Although ranking the screen readers might prove to be quite controversial, I think it can also open up a real discussion on which screen readers are most accessible, and even the question of accessibility can sometimes be up for debate. I do realize that accessibility is determined by personal needs and preferences, so I will attempt to define the criteria I used for accessibility in this review.
Blindfold RS Games: Play Your Favorite Games On Your iOS Device
It turns out they weren’t bluffing:
The developers of Blindfold Games and RS Games have come together to bring us the RS Games client on mobile devices. RS Games has been available on Windows and Mac OS for five years. Now you can play with your friends and family or against a computer bot anytime, anywhere. James Oates walks us through the app and tells us which games are available, and how much they cost. He reviews the settings for the app and he goes over how to use the app; and he quickly demonstrates how to play Monopoly, his favorite board game ever! Download the app, and start having fun right now!
C-Span Radio for iOS: Republicans Versus Democrats.
In this podcast, James Oates demonstrates how to navigate the C-Span Radio app on iOS. He shows us how to listen to live broadcasts, check today’s broadcast schedule, and enjoy in-depth podcasts.
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