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The Right Way to Dodge Scams, Plus Learn How Robo-Investing Works 29:56

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Learn how to dodge scams to protect your money, then understand how to compare robo vs. traditional investment risks. What should you do if your credit card is compromised in a scam? Are robo-advisors riskier than traditional brokerage accounts? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss how to spot and respond to identity theft and dig into how robo-advisors stack up to traditional investing platforms to help you protect your financial life. They kick off Smart Money’s new Scam Stories series by welcoming guest Scramble Hughes, a circus performer and scam victim, who shares a real-life experience with credit card fraud. They discuss tips and tricks on recognizing red flags like mass spam messages, acting fast by calling the number on your card (not clicking links), and filing credit freezes with all three credit bureaus. Then, investing Nerd Bella Avila joins Sean and Elizabeth to discuss how robo-advisors compare to traditional brokerage accounts. They discuss risk levels in automated portfolios, SIPC insurance protections, and key factors to consider when choosing a platform like account minimums, platform stability, and user experience. See NerdWallet’s top picks for the best robo-advisors of 2025 here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/investing/robo-advisors Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: credit card fraud, how to report identity theft, robo advisor vs brokerage account, SIPC insurance limits, credit freeze Experian, how to freeze your credit, credit card scams TikTok, how to know if a text is a scam, what is a robo advisor, tax loss harvesting robo advisor, ETF risk robo advisor, ETF diversification, FDIC vs SIPC, how to block spam texts, freeze credit TransUnion, safest robo advisors 2025, best robo advisor for ETFs, hacked credit card reader, RFID credit card theft, how to recover from identity theft, difference between SIPC and FDIC, scams targeting small business owners, how to secure your investment accounts, how to protect credit card information, email spam after identity theft, what to do after credit card theft, how long do fraud refunds take, when to freeze credit, best practices after identity theft, and comparing investment platform safety. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com . Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AppleVis is the go-to resource for blind and low vision users of Apple technologies. Our Podcast discusses the latest in Apple vision accessibility. Topics cover OS and accessibility features, apps, interviews with developers, roundtable discussions, and more - centering around accessing the maximum potential of Apple hardware, software, and services. Tune in to learn how you can get the most out of your Apple devices, hear the latest accessibility news, and more.

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A Demonstration and Walkthrough of Multi-User Support on macOS

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In this episode, Tyler walks through how multi-user accounts work on macOS—why you might use them, how to add a new user, ways to switch quickly (including Touch ID), and how to safely delete an account while preserving data for troubleshooting. He also covers guest access, account types (Administrator, Standard, and Sharing Only), and a few accessibility tips with VoiceOver. Key Points Why multi-user: Separate files, settings, and Apple Account sync per person; great for shared Macs or isolating issues by testing in a fresh account. Account types: Administrator can change system settings and install software. Standard has its own files/settings but cannot administer the Mac. Sharing Only can access shared services remotely but cannot log in at the Mac. Guest user: If FileVault is on, Guest can only use Safari; if off, Guest can use apps but all data is wiped on logout. Fast User Switching: Add the menu-bar item via Control Center settings (listed as “Menu Bar” in macOS Tahoe per the recording timeframe), then switch from the status menu. Touch ID switching: Register different fingers per account to jump between users instantly—even from the lock screen. Deleting an account: Three options—(1) save home folder as a disk image under Deleted Users, (2) don’t change the home folder, or (3) delete the home folder. Troubleshooting tip: You can preserve your home folder, delete the account, then recreate it with the same account name to merge and reset settings—handy if issues are account-specific. Shared folder caveat: The /Users/Shared folder defaults to read/write for creator and read-only for others; permissions can be finicky, and other sharing methods may be easier. Step-by-Step Guide Create a New User Open System Settings > Users & Groups, and click Add User… Pick an Account Type (Administrator, Standard, or Sharing Only). Standard is the default. Enter Full Name; Account Name (home folder name) will auto-fill. Set a Password and optional Hint, then click Create User. First Login & Touch ID Log out of your account, select the new user, and sign in. In Setup Assistant, the user can enroll Touch ID with their finger. Enable Fast User Switching (Menu Bar) Go to System Settings > Control Center (labeled “Menu Bar” in future macOS versions relative to the time of recording). Find Fast User Switching and set it to Show (e.g., show Account Name). Then use the status menus to switch users. Switch Between Users Instantly From the menu bar via Fast User Switching, or with Touch ID, a user can press the sensor with the finger registered to their account (works at the lock screen once accounts have been logged into). Share Files Between Accounts (Optional) Use /Users/Shared; creator has read/write, others read-only by default. Adjust permissions via Get Info if needed—but expect some Unix permission quirks. Delete a User Safely In Users & Groups, click the "Show detail" button for an account, click Delete User, and choose what to do with the Home folder. Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by……

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Tonewood Amp: Accessible Effects from Your Guitar’s Soundbox

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Victor demos the Tonewood Amp , a small magnetic unit that attaches to the back of an acoustic-electric guitar and uses the guitar’s own soundbox to project effects like reverb, delay, chorus/phaser, and tremolo —no external amp or headphones required. He also explores the Tonewood Amp Remote app, which is now fully accessible with VoiceOver thanks to his direct collaboration with the developers. The app lets you chain up to four effects, adjust routing (series or parallel), fine-tune EQ and compression, save presets, and control feedback with the “Feedback Assassin.” Key Highlights Magnetic X-bracket mount allows quick, damage-free attachment. Requires an acoustic-electric guitar for the pickup signal. Accessible app on iOS and Android for screen reader users. Up to four effects in chain; choose series or parallel routing . Guitar profiles for different instruments; saves EQ, dynamics, and feedback settings. DI mode for connecting to amps or recording interfaces. Built-in presets and fully customizable effect chains. Gear & App Mentioned Tonewood Amp hardware X-Bracket (magnetic mount) Acoustic-electric guitar Tonewood Amp Remote – iOS App Store Accessibility Notes VoiceOver-friendly controls for effects, routing, and settings. All effect modules have accessible faders and toggles. Descriptive help sections explain series vs. parallel routing. Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Victor: This is Victor and today I'm going to show you a very cool product which just has become accessible. But let me maybe start from the basics. What I'm talking about is the Tonewood amp. That's a little amplifier that clips to the back of your guitar and then it uses a built-in speaker to produce some effects through your guitar's sound box. So I'm going to explain this in some more detail how this works but this is the basic idea. So where do we start? We start with the fact that this amplifier is in fact a rectangular device. If you can imagine you have a guitar relatively middle size, it definitely will occupy a very tiny space on the back of your guitar. The way this works is that with the device, when it ships, you get something called an X-bracket and this X-bracket has some adhesive tape that you use to attach the bracket itself to the guitar from the inside. Now I just wanted to let you know that this does not in any way damage the wood of your guitar. They usually advise that you try the amplifier first before you attach it, but, you know, that's already sort of for the manual. I'm not going to go into these details here. So let's say you know the place where you want to attach the amplifier. From the inside you find a similar space where you can attach the……

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AppleVis Extra #110: Envision & the Ally Solos Smart Glasses

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In this episode of AppleVis Extra , hosts Dave Nason and Thomas Domville welcome back Karthik Kannan from Envision for his second appearance this year. The discussion centers around Envision’s newest wearable: the Ally Solos Smart Glasses , developed in partnership with Solos. The conversation covers design, functionality, pricing, and how these glasses differ from Envision’s previous offerings and other competing smart glasses. Key Topics Covered Background on Envision Brief history of the Envision AI app and original Envision glasses. Introduction of Ally, Envision’s conversational AI assistant. The Ally Solos Smart Glasses Lightweight design (approx. 42g) with two HD (2K-class) cameras. Directional stereo speakers with minimal sound leakage. Beamforming microphones for clear audio pickup in noisy environments. Touchpad controls for volume, Ally activation, and navigation. USB-C rechargeable stems with fast charging (14-hour battery life). Functionality & Integration Full Ally integration for text reading, object recognition, facial recognition, and conversational interaction. Can also function as standard Bluetooth headphones for calls, music, and voice assistants. Ability to take photos with auto-generated alt text. No built-in GPS — relies on paired phone for location-based services. Pricing & Availability Pre-order tiers from \$399 to \$599 USD (€ pricing equivalent). Post-launch price expected to be \$699 USD. Worldwide availability. Pre-orders include one year of Ally Pro subscription (valued at \$200). Accessibility & Language Support Designed specifically for blind and low-vision users, with accessibility in setup and daily use. Supports over 20 interface languages (planned to expand to \~40) and understands 100+ languages for input/output. Future Features & Partnerships Plans for offline Ally functionality in future updates. Potential integration with Aira and Be My Eyes. Commitment to continue supporting original Envision Glasses alongside the new model. Links & Resources Pre-order Ally Solos Glasses : ally.me/glasses Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Dave : Hello there and welcome to another episode of the AppleVis Extra. This is episode number 110. I am your host, David Nason, and joined once again by Thomas Domville for AnonyMouse. Good to see you again, buddy. How are you? Thomas : Hey, it's good to see you too. Oh my gosh, we're going to be bringing them on for the second time this year, right? It seems like they're on a roll here. ……

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Apple Crunch July 2025: It's All about Sweat and Earwax

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In this episode of Apple Crunch, Thomas Domville, John Gassman, and Desiree Renae discuss Apple news and other topics of interest. Chapters: Opening Apple Explores AI-Powered Scene Description with 'SceneScout' Internal Tensions Stirring Within Apple Augmented Reality Glasses Create Industry Buzz Anticipation Builds for Apple’s Fall Launch of the iPhone 17 Closing Resources: Apple researching AI agent that can describe Street View scenes to the blind Apple faces AI talent turmoil as senior Siri researcher departs Apple Weighs Using Anthropic or OpenAI to Power Siri in Major Reversal Oakley Meta Glasses Announced With Longer Battery Life, Improved Cameras, and More A new look at how Android XR will bring Gemini to glasses and headsets Apple Smart Glasses: Everything We Know So Far Apple to Launch 7 AR Headsets, Starting 2025 Introducing EchoVision I don't like the idea of my conversations with Meta AI being public – here's how you can opt out iPhone 17: Everything We Know iPhone 17 models rumored to feature a redesigned Dynamic Island user interface Leaked iPhone 17 Air battery capacity reveals new model’s biggest weakness If you have feedback or questions for the Apple Crunch team, you can reach them at AppleCrunch@AppleVis.com Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Thomas : Hello and welcome to Apple Crunch for July of 2025. My name is Thomas Domville, also known as AnonyMouse. And alongside with me today, let's introduce you to John Gassman. How are you, John? I'm doing good. How are you? John : Wonderful. Thomas : How was your trip to Dallas? Did you have a good time? John……

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AppleVis Extra 109: Interview with Klemens Strasser, Developer of Art of Fauna

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Episode Title : AppleVis Extra 109: Interview with Klemens Strasser, Developer of Art of Fauna Guest : Klemens Strasser, Indie iOS Developer and Winner of the 2025 Apple Design Award Hosts : David Nason (Dave) and Thomas Domville(AnonyMouse) Length : \~45 minutes Episode Summary In this inspiring and insightful episode, Dave and Thomas speak with Klemens Strasser , the creative mind behind Art of Fauna , a beautifully designed and highly accessible educational puzzle game for iOS. Klemens shares the journey of his app from concept to being honored with an Apple Design Award for Best Design at WWDC 2025. The discussion touches on accessibility in app development, the importance of inclusive design, how Art of Fauna was built with VoiceOver users in mind, and the motivations that drive Klemens to ensure his apps are usable and enjoyable for everyone. What Is Art of Fauna ? A nature-inspired puzzle game that lets players: Solve image-based or text-based puzzles about animals Learn fun facts from 18th- and 19th-century scientific illustrations Choose between visual or VoiceOver-friendly game modes Experience soothing soundscapes and educational content Topics Covered ✅ Accessibility and Design Klemens’ passion for inclusive app design VoiceOver integration in puzzle gameplay Importance of building accessibility from the ground up Apple’s new “Accessibility Nutrition Labels” and their potential impact ✅ The Apple Design Award Experience Klemens shares how he learned he won Insights from attending WWDC and being nominated multiple times How previous apps ( Letter Rooms , Ancient Board Game Collection ) laid the foundation ✅ Development Process Why Klemens chose UIKit and SpriteKit over Unity Collaboration with VoiceOver users and accessibility engineers Beta testing and iterative design for inclusive play ✅ Game Structure and Monetization 10 free puzzles included Five themed puzzle packs available for a one-time fee No subscriptions—premium content is pay-once Periodic content updates including: Friends of Fauna : users upload animal photos to receive monthly puzzles Earth Day Bonus Pack : free bonus for bundle buyers Donations: 20% of proceeds go to wildlife conservation What’s Next? Klemens announces his next indie app: Pocket Shelf – a new reading tracker app scheduled for release alongside iOS 26. Connect with Klemens Website: strasser.app Twitter / X: @klemensstrasser Blog (coming soon): Posts on Art of Fauna donations and accessibility updates Final Thoughts This episode is a must-listen for: Indie developers exploring accessibility VoiceOver users seeking innovative, inclusive games Educators and parents looking for meaningful screen time for kids Anyone curious……

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Silent Safety: Exploring SoSecure by ADT, an iOS App for Emergency Assistance

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In this podcast episode, host Seamus introduces the SoSecure app by ADT, a free iOS emergency assistance application designed to connect users quickly with ADT agents who can contact emergency services on their behalf. Seamus offers a detailed walkthrough of the app’s features, accessibility, and functionality, highlighting its usefulness—especially for those who rely on VoiceOver or have specific communication needs. Listeners are guided through the app’s setup, key functions, and helpful tips to maximize its effectiveness and accessibility. Whether you are visually impaired, need a silent way to communicate during emergencies, or simply want a reliable safety app, this episode provides a thorough overview to get you started. SoSecure by ADT is a personal emergency response app that offers an emergency button with PIN cancellation, automated guardian text notifications, silent SOS chat, and location tracking groups. It is accessible to VoiceOver users and free to download on iOS devices, making it an essential tool for safety and peace of mind in situations where calling 911 directly isn’t possible. Key Topics Covered: Introduction to ADT and SoSecure Seamus explains ADT’s long history as a home security company and clarifies that the SoSecure app does not require an ADT home security system to be used. App Accessibility The app is about 95% accessible with VoiceOver, with a few minor limitations noted. Account Setup Users are required to create an account that includes providing an email, phone number, and a profile picture. A four-digit PIN must be created to cancel emergency calls. Emergency Button Functionality The app features a large emergency button that, when pressed, initiates a 10-second countdown during which the user can cancel the call by entering their PIN. If not canceled, an ADT agent contacts the user and, if necessary, emergency services. Automated Guardian Contacts Users can add up to five guardians (emergency contacts) who receive automated text alerts in an emergency, sent directly from ADT’s system. SOS Chat Feature Text chat is available within the app to communicate with ADT agents silently, beneficial for those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or in situations where verbal communication is unsafe. Location Sharing and Groups The app includes a "My Groups" feature, similar to location tracking apps, allowing users to track and receive notifications about group members' locations, though this feature has limited accessibility. Settings Overview Seamus details the settings menu, including account editing, notification controls, PIN management (which requires a verification text), FAQ access, and legal/contact information. Demonstration of Adding and Removing Guardians The process of adding contacts from the user’s phone and removing them is shown, with accessibility tips for blind users. Emergency Button Demonstration Seamus demonstrates using the emergency button and entering the PIN to cancel a test emergency call. Why Seamus Likes the App Seamus highlights the app’s usefulness, especially when in unfamiliar locations or……

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Apple Crunch June 2025: Who's the Mystery Person?

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In this episode of Apple Crunch, Thomas Domville, John Gassman, Marty Sobo, and Desiree Renae discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Chapters: Opening After thoughts of the Apple WWDC Keynote Hands-on and Thoughts of iOS 26 Closing Resources: WWDC 2025 Keynote: The AppleVis Recap Apple Previews New Accessibility Features Coming Later This Year: Accessibility Nutrition Labels, Magnifier for Mac, Braille Access Mode, and More If you have feedback or questions for the Apple Crunch team, you can reach them at AppleCrunch@AppleVis.com Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Thomas :hello and welcome to apple crunch for June 2025 my name is thomas domville also go by the name of AnonyMouse yes we are back once again guys and here we are with the gang and we got a special new voice for you so a mystery voice i'll introduce that new voice to you in a moment so let's say hello to mr john gassman how are you mr john i'm doing good how are you John : Great, great. Thomas : You've been enjoying yourself the past couple months? John :Oh, yeah. Yeah, always stuff going on. I did a nice cruise, and we have a convention coming up shortly before you hear this. And then another cruise in September. So lots of stuff going on this summer. Thomas :Two cruises in a year. You know, I am jealous because you get to go on a Hawaii cruise. That is amazing. Maybe I'll have to join you in a cruise one of these days. That would be fun. We have to go on a Disney cruise. We should do a Disney, yeah, we should do a Disney cruise someday. Exactly. I'm all on board. And then over here, we got Mr. Marty Sobo. How are you, Mr. Marty? Marty :Doing good, doing good. Thank you very much. Glad to be here again. Thomas :Are you busy? Marty :Oh, yeah, always busy. Thomas :Always busy, too? Marty :Yeah. Thomas :Keeping yourself busy with the unmute? Marty : Oh, yeah. Thomas : Excellent. Well, speaking of the unmute, you got a new voiceover on unmute and she is going to be joining us on Apple Crunch from here now. So I am so happy to introduce you to all of you to Desiree Renee. How are you, Desiree? Desiree :I'm good. How are you? Thomas : Wonderful. Desiree : Oh, it's been good. We're finally getting some warmer weather, so that's always nice in Oregon. And although in Texas, when I used to live there, I dreaded the warmer weather, but now I look forward to it. Thomas :Yeah, Texas gets really hot. Desiree :Oh,……

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Browsing on Your Wrist: Exploring µBrowser for Apple Watch

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In this episode, Tunmi offers an in-depth review of µBrowser: Watch Web Browser , a lightweight and efficient web browser designed specifically for the Apple Watch. Ideal for quick web searches and browsing simple websites on the go, µBrowser focuses on speed and ease of use rather than heavy browsing tasks like social media or account management. What You'll Learn in This Episode Introduction to µBrowser A minimalistic browser for Apple Watch enabling fast access to basic websites and web searches. Not intended for complex browsing activities such as managing social media or online accounts. App Structure & Components Two-part system: the Apple Watch app (main browsing) and a companion iPhone app (bookmark management). Breakdown of watch app sections: MicroBrowser (main browser), Bookmarks, Browsing History, and About. Navigating the Watch App Launching via the Digital Crown. Using the address/search bar powered by DuckDuckGo for privacy-focused searches. Four key sections for seamless navigation. Bookmarks Management Emoji-labeled bookmark folders for quick identification. Add, activate, or delete bookmarks directly on the watch. Search and Navigation Features Voice input to facilitate hands-free searching. Heading-based navigation for quick jumps within websites. Known Limitations No back button feature. Simplified browsing experience, with some restrictions on advanced web interactions (e.g., Google services). Companion iPhone App Edit, add, and reorder bookmarks with an easy-to-use interface on iPhone. Synchronization between the watch and phone for streamlined bookmark management. Step-by-Step Guide to Using µBrowser Open MicroBrowser Press the Digital Crown on your Apple Watch and select the MicroBrowser app. Perform a Search Tap the search icon and use voice dictation to input your query. Access and Manage Bookmarks Navigate to Bookmarks, swipe to activate or delete entries. Use the Address Bar Enter a URL manually or via dictation, then tap done to load the page. Manage Bookmarks on iPhone Open the companion app to add, edit, or reorder bookmarks easily. Download µBrowser: Watch Web Browser Try out µBrowser today to enhance your Apple Watch browsing experience! Download on the App Store Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. tunmi : Hello guys, this is tunmi, and welcome to another episode of the AppleVisPodcast. In this one, I'm going to be reviewing the watch app known as MicroBrowser. Now, MicroBrowser is a lightweight web browser that allows you to……

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AppleVis Extra 108: Recapping WWDC 2025 and Exploring OS 26 & Apple Intelligence

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In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast , host David Nason is joined by Thomas Domville, Tyler Stephen, and newcomer Levi Gobin to unpack everything announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The team dives deep into the new features coming to iOS, watchOS, macOS, and iPadOS, sharing their first impressions and early experiences with the latest developer betas. Highlights from the Episode: 1. Unified OS Versions: Apple aligns iOS, watchOS, and macOS under version 26, marking a more cohesive update cycle across platforms. The panel discusses the reasoning behind this and what it might mean for users and developers. 2. iOS 26 Key Features: A bold new “liquid glass” aesthetic refreshes the visual design. Versioning now reflects the year, simplifying future updates. Groundbreaking features like Hold Assist and on-device live translation redefine accessibility and daily use. Shortcuts receive a major boost from Apple Intelligence, making automations more powerful and customizable. 3. Beta Testing Stories & Insights: Thomas recounts a rocky iOS 26 beta install on the iPhone 15 Pro and the steps it took to recover. The team examines current beta performance—discussing AI-driven screenshot analysis, enhanced screen calling, and improved battery status alerts. 4. watchOS 26 Updates: Smart Stack and Workout Buddy add new layers of personalization to workouts. Lively debate ensues on the practicality of motivational workout prompts. 5. macOS 26 "Tahoe": Spotlight becomes smarter with Quick Key integration. More control for users through revamped menu bar and control center customization. Discussion around Rosetta’s eventual phase-out and what it means for app compatibility. Subtle but meaningful accessibility improvements, including customizable toolbars via the Actions menu. 6. iPadOS 26 Enhancements: Continues its convergence with macOS, introducing menu customizations and better file handling. A new Phone app brings calling functionality to non-iPhone devices. 7. VoiceOver Improvements: Notable accessibility gains, including enhanced Braille input and toolbar customization for VoiceOver users. 8. Looking Ahead: The team reflects on the implications of Apple’s AI roadmap and the growing synergy across platforms. They offer thoughts on what this year’s updates signal about Apple’s broader strategy moving forward. Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Dave: Hello there and welcome to another episode of the Apple Viz Extra podcast. My name is David Mason and really exciting time of year. It is WWDC. We had all of the announcements on Monday and we are gathered to chat through them. what Apple told……

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A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 4 Power User Tips for System Control & Clipboard Magic

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In this episode, Gaurav continues his deep dive into the Alfred app for Mac, focusing on the Features pane within the settings. He provides a detailed walkthrough on customizing Alfred to boost productivity and usability, with special attention to voiceover users. Gaurav explores various powerful features of Alfred, including Universal Actions, hotkey configuration, web search customization, and clipboard history management. Through practical demonstrations, he shows how to create shortened URLs, compress files, and streamline workflows—all without leaving Alfred. Highlights include: Features Pane Overview: Customize default search results, specify file and folder searches, and set fallbacks for unmatched queries. Universal Actions: Learn how to configure hotkeys and perform contextual actions on selected text, URLs, and files, like searching, snippet saving, dictionary lookups, and QR code generation. Web Search Shortcuts: Set personalized shortcuts for quick access to Google Images, Amazon, YouTube, and more. Clipboard History: Enable and manage clipboard content for easy retrieval and searching. Additional Tools: Brief introductions to snippets, calculator, dictionary, contacts viewer, music mini player, and OnePassword integration. System Commands: Assign commands for system tasks such as restart, shutdown, and emptying trash. Step-by-step Universal Actions setup: Open Alfred’s Features tab and set a hotkey for Universal Actions (e.g., Option + Command + A). Select text, URLs, or files and activate the hotkey. Choose from available actions like search, snippet creation, or file compression. Through these tips and demonstrations, Gaurav aims to help listeners harness Alfred’s full potential, making Mac navigation smoother and more accessible—especially for voiceover users. Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Gaurav : Hello everyone. So today we shall continue our series on the Alfred 5 application for the Mac. And today we are going to dive into the Alfred settings once again and doing an even deeper dive on an aspect of the settings pane called the features pane. So if you might remember in one of my previous episodes, I had done a general walkthrough of the Alfred settings. And today we're going to get a deeper dive under the hood of Alfred and really see how to make this app really useful for us via the features tab. So I'm going to invoke Alfred now by pressing my Alfred keyboard shortcut, which is command plus space. application Alfred system dialog and I'm going to go into settings command comma finder mac alfred preferences alfred preferences search I'm going to go to the left most part of the screen with vo fn left arrow search preferences blank search I'm going to vo right arrow alfred sidebar I'm going to sidebar and I'm going to use the up and down arrows once I'm in the alfred sidebar to navigate features……

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Transform PDFs with AI-Powered OCR: Your Guide to PDFgear for Mac

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In this episode, Gaurav offers a hands-on walkthrough of PDFgear: PDF Editor & Reader for Mac OS — a free PDF reader available on the Mac App Store — spotlighting its AI-powered OCR (Optical Character Recognition) capabilities. This feature is especially handy for transforming PDFs composed mainly of images into editable, searchable text. The demo is performed on an M1 MacBook Air running the latest Mac OS Sonoma. Key Highlights: About PDFgear: A free PDF reader app available on the Mac App Store. Stands out with its AI-driven OCR functionality. Demo Setup: Conducted on a MacBook Air with Mac OS Sonoma. Uses a PDF titled Malaysia Wildlife Document , mostly image-based. Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Opening the PDF: Launch the document in PDFgear via the ‘Open with PDF Gear’ option. Navigating the App: Use VoiceOver (VO) commands to explore the window spots menu and locate pages heavy with images. Running OCR: With VO, select the OCR button and choose ‘Current file OCR’ to begin processing. The OCR completes quickly — about 15 to 20 seconds for 134 pages. Exporting Text: Export options include ‘Export to one file’ or ‘Export to separated files.’ Due to accessibility challenges with the save dialog, it’s best to stick with default directories. Accessing Converted Text: Find the output text file in the ‘Downloads’ folder and open it with TextEdit to review the OCR results. This detailed guide empowers listeners to easily convert image-based PDFs into accessible, searchable text, improving document usability across devices. Try PDFgear on the Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pdfgear-pdf-editor-reader/id6469021132?mt=12 Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Gaurav : Okay, guys, so today I'm doing a brief audio demonstration on the PDF gear application. This is a free PDF reader on the Mac App Store, and its unique point is that it can use AI to convert or to OCR documents. So that basically means if you have a document, a PDF document, which is mainly in the form of images, you can use the AI-powered features in this application to convert it into text, which you can then read. So I'm going to demonstrate that feature for you today. I'm using M1-powered MacBook Air using the latest version of Mac OS Sonoma. I'm going to navigate to a PDF document on my Mac, which was sent to me by someone called the Malaysia Wildlife Document. Gaurav/VoiceOver : I'm going to V-O-Shift-M to open the context menu. Open with. Open with. Steam app. PDF expert app. PDF gear app. Gaurav : So I'm going to open with PDF gear. VoiceOver : With PDF gear. Malaysia wildlife. PDF window. Gaurav……

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AppleVis Extra 107: Exploring Apple’s Latest Accessibility Innovations with Sarah Herrlinger

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In this AppleVis Extra episode, David Nason and Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse) interview Sarah Herrlinger, senior director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives at Apple. They explore Apple’s ongoing dedication to accessibility, spotlighting exciting new features designed to better support users with disabilities. The conversation covers several highlights, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels, Braille Access Mode, Magnifier for Mac, and the role of AI in accessibility enhancements. Key Highlights: Accessibility Nutrition Label A new initiative that provides standardized accessibility info for apps. Developers will showcase features like VoiceOver and captions. Designed to increase awareness and help users easily find accessibility details. Braille Access Mode Available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Enables quick note-taking, calculations, and BRF file access with Braille displays. Supports live captioning for DeafBlind users to improve communication. Magnifier for Mac Turns your iPhone into a magnifier for Mac users. Uses a secondary camera to enlarge physical objects. Includes zoom, color filters, brightness controls, and OCR with text-to-speech via Accessibility Reader. AI and Accessibility AI remains a vital tool in accessibility advancements. Enhances image recognition and descriptive capabilities. Continues to be integrated to improve experiences for visually impaired users. User Engagement and Feedback Highlights the value of user feedback in shaping accessibility features. Encourages users to send suggestions to accessibility@apple.com . Share Accessibility Settings A new feature lets users temporarily transfer their accessibility settings to another device. Makes it easier for family members to help with troubleshooting and tech support. Listeners are invited to share their thoughts on these features and suggest any other accessibility needs they’d like Apple to consider. Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Dave : Hello there, and welcome to another episode of the AppleVis Extra. My name is David Mason, and I am delighted to be joined once again by Thomas Domville, also known as AnonyMouse, of course. And this is an exciting episode that we, I want to say, annually, semi-annually do, and that is an interview with Apple's Global Head of Accessibility, Sarah Herrlinger. So, looking forward to this one, Thomas. Thomas : Right. I mean, you're right. That is a mouthful. What is your, I had to look that up. Director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives. I'm like, wow. I wonder if that actually fits on her business card in one line. There's no way. They only respond so small.……

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How to Password-Protect and Encrypt a Folder on Your Mac

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In this practical tutorial episode, Siddarth Mahajan demonstrates how to turn a folder into an encrypted disk image (.dmg) file on your Mac, useful if you, for example, need to temporarily share your Mac with someone else and want to protect particularly sensitive data on it. To do this: Open Disk Utility (located in the Utilities folder). Choose File > New image > image from folder (or press Command-Shift-N), and select the folder using the standard open dialog. In the resulting dialog, choose the level of encryption you want for the image in the "Encryption" popup menu (a higher level is slower but more secure) and enter a password that will be used to access it. Click Save, and once Disk Utility reports that the operation is successful, click Done. The image will be saved to the location you specified, which is by default the location of the original folder. Be sure to delete the original folder at this point, so that the data can only be accessed through the password-protected, encrypted disk image. To access the image, open it and enter the password you chose. The folder will then be mounted like a volume on your desktop, where you can add, modify, and delete its contents. When you're done, be sure to eject it so that it can't be accessed without a password by selecting it on your Desktop and choosing File > Eject (or pressing Command-E). Useful Links: macOS Disk Utility: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250 Email Siddarth: siddarthmahajan15@gmail.com Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Siddarth : Are you in that situation where you need to give your Mac to someone for maybe a few hours or a few days, but worried about what if they might access my private files, my private folders? Of course, everyone has their own privacy, right? You might have private documents or messages or pictures, videos, whatever. Siddarth : Do you know that we can lock or we can encrypt the folder on Mac with a password? Well, if you don't know that, yes, we can actually do that. How can we do that? That's what I'm here for. I'm Siddharth Mahajan. In this episode, I'll be demonstrating that. How can we encrypt a folder with a password on our Mac? So let's get started. Siddarth : I'm on my desktop here. VoiceOver : Siddharth Private Files folder. Siddarth : This is my folder, Siddharth Private Files. VoiceOver : Siddharth Private Files folder. Siddarth : Let me press Vivo space to open. VoiceOver : Finder has new window. Siddarth : Okay, let me interact. VoiceOver : In list view, table. Siddarth : What are the files here? VoiceOver : CFP underscore green humanities dot PDF. Siddarth : One of my CFP files. VoiceOver : conference PDF. ……

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Experience New macOS Beta Software with Confidence: Dual Boot macOS and Run Beta Software Alongside the Latest Public Release of macOS

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In this episode, Levi Gobin demonstrates how to prepare your Mac for beta testing by creating a second volume on your Mac's internal disk to install and run beta versions of the operating system. This way, you can run the beta when you want, but continue to use your Mac with the current shipping version of macOS. To create a volume to install macOS betas on: Open Disk Utility (located in the Utilities folder). Select your startup disk (usually called Macintosh HD) in the table, and choose “Add APFS volume” from the context menu (accessed by pressing VO-Shift-M). Name the volume (it can be any name) and if you want to specify a minimum and maximum amount of storage space for it, click size options, define your parameters, and click OK. Otherwise, click Add to create the volume, which will share space with your startup disk. Once the volume has been created, download the current shipping version of macOS from the App Store, and follow the onscreen instructions to install it, a process that is demonstrated in the episode. At the point where the installer confirms that macOS will be installed on your current startup disk, click show all disks, and select your newly created volume. Once the installation completes, your new copy of macOS will start as if the Mac was new from the factory; follow the onscreen instructions in the Setup Assistant, a process that is also demonstrated. To obtain a macOS beta, if you haven't already, sign up for either the developer or public beta program. Once you've signed up, an option will appear in System Settings > General > Software update to install updates from that channel. Once a beta is seeded, you should be able to install it like any other update. To switch between the two volumes, you can either go to System Settings > General > Startup disk to select a default volume that the Mac will start from each time it is restarted or turned on, or select a different volume as your Mac starts. To do this, shut your Mac down, press and hold the Power button until the startup options dialog appears, interact with the volume you want to start up from, and click Continue. If you no longer want to run the beta on your Mac, you can remove the volume by starting up from your primary volume, opening Disk Utility, selecting your secondary volume in the table, and choosing “Delete APFS volume” from the context menu (accessed by pressing VO-Shift-M). Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Levi : Hello, everyone. In today's recording, I'm going to show you how to dual boot macOS. This might be useful for when you want to beta test a new version, such as macOS 16, which is coming out here in June 2025. I'm going to show you how to dual boot macOS and how you can test the new beta without messing up your current operating system. So first, what we need to do is create an APFS volume. Levi : And the way we do that is by going to Disk Utility. Disk Utility is located in your Applications folder, then under Utilities, Disk Utility. But an……

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A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 3 How to clear the trash, reboot the computer, and perform other tasks using Alfred keywords

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Unlock greater productivity with Gaurav’s latest episode on the AppleVis podcast — the final chapter in a three-part series all about Alfred, the powerful macOS productivity app tailored for VoiceOver users. Alfred lets you breeze through tasks simply by typing, eliminating the need to dig through menus or complex interfaces. In this concluding episode, Gaurav walks you through setting up custom keyword commands in Alfred, focusing on how to create a quick shortcut to empty your Mac’s Trash. Follow along as he demonstrates the entire setup, making it easy to automate this common task. What You’ll Learn: How to launch Alfred using Command + Space Using Alfred’s search bar to run commands with keywords Customizing and creating your own Alfred keywords via preferences Replacing the default empty trash command with a shorter, faster keyword Discovering other handy system commands like activating the screensaver, adjusting volume, ejecting disks, and more Tips for prioritizing your most-used commands in Alfred’s suggestions Episode Highlights: Live demo of emptying Trash using a custom Alfred keyword Step-by-step guide through Alfred’s settings and accessibility features How to enable and tweak system control keywords Practical tips for speeding up everyday Mac tasks Encouragement to explore Alfred’s full suite of system commands If you’re looking to simplify repetitive Mac tasks with just a few keystrokes, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you work smarter and faster. Helpful Links: Alfred App: https://www.alfredapp.com/ Download Alfred on the Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/alfred/id405843582?mt=12 Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content. Gaurav : Hello, everyone. Welcome to part two in our Alfred demonstrations and walkthrough series. In today's demo, I'm going to be showing you how you can go into the Alfred settings and set up keywords that you can type into the Alfred search bar, which can trigger certain actions on your Mac. Today, I'll be showing you how you can use a keyword to empty your trash. So just to demonstrate how this works, I'm going to show you how it works on my Mac right now. Gaurav : I'm going to press command space to open the Alfred search bar. VoiceOver : Application. Alfred system dialogue, Alfred search field, Alfred search. Gaurav : I'm going to type my keyword, which is empty. E F T Y force empty trash empty. I've typed the word empty and you can hear it already said force empty trash. I'm going to hit enter. And you heard the trash emptying sound in the background there. So I just have to whenever I want to empty my trash, I just have to trigger Alfred, type in my keyword, hit enter and my trash can gets empty. Now I'm going to show you how you can set this up……