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1. Introduction: Discussion on recent happenings with our shows, iACast and Unmute.
2. New Shows: Announcement of new shows including a travel show, VO Starter Weekly, and a reboot of iCast, focused on Apple and iOS.
3. Friday Finds: Recognition of Lynn’s contributions to Friday Finds.
4. New Websites & Emails: Introduction of new contact channels and support options for listeners.
5. Technically Working: Recap of a recent episode and tease of a surprise announcement.
6. Video-Based Show: Announcement of a new video-based social media show for the IACast YouTube channel.
7. IACAST Radio: Introduction of 24/7 radio station, available at iacast.net or via the iAccessibility iOS app. Android app coming soon.
8. IA Cast Live Stream: Now accessible on the Blindshell Classic.
9. Subscription Details: Information for existing subscribers about accessing different shows. Introduction of the iCast Network feed.
10. Discovery: Encouragement to discover other shows on the network and comparison to Nosilla Cast.
11. iAccessibility App: Promoting the recently updated app for iOS, iPad, and Mac users with an Android update on the horizon.
12. Upcoming Content: Teaser for future content on the network.
13. Listener Engagement: Promotion of Mastodon and email for listener feedback and questions, including individual show hashtags.
14. Conclusion: Gratitude for listeners and promise of continued updates and announcements.

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In this episode, we explore how to access and manage contacts on our phone. By pressing and holding the back button, we can go to the home screen and navigate to the Contacts option. From there, we can view a list of contacts and easily navigate through them using the arrow keys. Pressing OK allows us to access various options for each contact, such as dialing, texting, editing, assigning ringtones, sharing, or deleting. Managing our contacts becomes quick and convenient with this simple process.

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During the Unmute Presents Community Call, we discussed app recommendations for scanning text on phones, updates on the iAccessibility app, and upcoming Android version updates. We addressed participant questions, shared podcast episodes, and discussed various accessibility issues with Siri and iOS 17. Michael Deuss shared his positive experience with the new iPhone 15 Pro, highlighting its lighter design and great speakers. We also mentioned two quick announcements regarding a technology symposium and employment issues for the blind community.

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Meaghan, Leslie, and George welcome one of their favorite people, Amy Wilson, back to the show. On this episode, Amy returns to tell us about her newly formed organization, Safety Positive Foundation. She fills us in on the foundation’s beginnings in March of this year, what they are doing now, and what they hope to accomplish in the future. Amy is the former director of the Safety Education and Empowering Defense program through Strive 4 You. For more information, or to sign up for their weekly newsletter, visit SPF’s website.

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In this episode, we discuss the American Council of the Blind National Organization embracing Mastodon and a bug in the latest iOS beta. We also talk about password managers, integrating NPUs into computer processors, on-device processing, and the costs and privacy implications of cloud storage. We touch on smart speakers and wrap up with our picks and where to find us online.

Picks

• Marty: Friday Finds with Lynn
• Alisha: Senheiser Profile
• Michael: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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In this episode, Damashe and Michael sit down with two guests, Shaun and Jeff.
We talk through the settings all four of us make on our computers. Jeff and Sean are on windows, while Michael and Damashe are primarily Mac users. In this episode, you’ll learn several settings that we all take and apply.

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The iCast is back with new hosts, and all new topics. In this episode of the ICAST, we discuss various aspects of Apple products, including phone upgrades, security, and the new Apple Watch 9. We share personal experiences and preferences while keeping our listeners informed about upcoming releases and confusing topics. Join us as we explore different perspectives on Apple and invite audience interaction. Stay tuned for more episodes and our app of the week, Owaves.

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In this episode, we guide you through adding widgets to your Sonoma desktop. We explain the process of accessing the desktop, adding widgets from your iPhone, and how to interact with them. Tune in to optimize your widget experience on Sonoma with iOS 17.

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How to Add a Contact on Blindshell Classic 2

This guide will walk you through the process of adding a contact to your Blindshell Classic 2.

Accessing the Contacts Menu

1. Start from the main screen with the time and battery status.
2. Press the down button until you hear “Contacts 3 of 7”.
3. Press the OK button to access the contacts list.

Adding a New Contact

1. In the contacts menu, select “Add new contact”.
2. Press the OK button to start adding a new contact.
3. You will be presented with a list of eight different options or items you can add to your contact. The ninth option is “Save”.

Inputting Contact Details

1. For each item you want to add details to, press the OK button.
2. For example, to add a first name, press OK when you hear “First name. One of nine.”
3. Wait for the “doo-doo” sound. This indicates that the phone is ready for you to type or dictate the content for the selected field.
4. Type or dictate the name.
5. Confirm the text you’ve entered by using the button directly above the back button or the slanted line to repeat the contents of the field.
6. If the information is correct, press the OK button.
7. You can confirm that the data was entered successfully because you will hear the item name and then the contents you added.
8. Use the down arrow key to select the next item. For example, “Surname, two of nine”. Press OK to add a surname.
9. Wait for the “doo-doo” sound again, then speak or type the contents.
10. Repeat the process for each item you want to add.

Adding Phone Numbers

1. When you’re entering phone numbers, the phone is smart enough that you don’t have to press the number multiple times to access numbers.
2. Simply enter the number as you expect. For example, for the number “54156”, start with “5”, then “4”, then “1”, and so on.
3. Press OK to confirm the phone number.

Saving the Contact

1. Once you’ve filled out all the information you want to add to the contact, select “Save Contact”.
2. The phone will then verify that the contact has been saved.

Remember, for each item that you want to add details to, you need to press OK so you hear the sound that the keyboard is ready for entry. Once you’re done entering the contents of that field, press the OK button to confirm that.

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In this episode of “Friday Finds,” we have some exciting news to share. Be My Eyes is bringing back facial image descriptions, enhancing accessibility for blind individuals. Amazon’s Lady A may introduce a subscription fee, raising concerns about affordability. ChatGPT+ now includes the Bing search component, adding value for research purposes. Thank you for tuning in and supporting our podcast. Have a fantastic week ahead!

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In this episode, we explore the rise of pass keys as a secure authentication method for online services. We discuss the benefits of pass keys over traditional passwords, including enhanced security and seamless authentication. We also delve into the future of website logins and the potential for pass keys to replace usernames and passwords. Join us for an engaging discussion on the advancements in authentication technology.