AppleVis Podcast
AppleVis Podcast is the go-to resource for blind and low vision users of Apple technologies. It discusses the latest in Apple vision accessibility, covering OS and accessibility features, apps, interviews with developers, roundtable discussions, and more. The show centers around accessing the maximum potential of Apple hardware, software, and services. Listeners can tune in to learn how to get the most out of their Apple devices and stay updated on accessibility news.
Episodes
AppleVis Extra 117: Blind Developer Showcase: Rocco Fiorentino of FloType
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason speaks with Rocco Fiorentino, developer of FloType, an upcoming VoiceOver-first keyboard for blind and low-vision users. If you remember the speed and simplicity offered by Fleksy and later FlickType, FloType will feel immediately familiar. Rocco explains how his background as an audio engineer and producer gradually led him into development, firs
AppleVis Extra 116: Blind Developer Showcase: Yannick Plassiard of aGram, aCapture, aScan, and More
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason is joined by blind software developer Yannick Plassiard for a fascinating conversation about accessibility, software development, and what happens when the person building an accessible app is also someone who relies on accessibility every day. Yannick is the developer behind App-Suite, a growing collection of accessibility-focused applications th
Deyesfree : An Accessible Dice Roller for iPhone and Apple Watch
Harrison introduces **Deyesfree **, an accessible dice rolling app built specifically with VoiceOver users in mind. Rather than adapting a traditional visual interface, the app was designed from the ground up to provide a fast, intuitive experience for blind and low vision users while remaining equally enjoyable for anyone looking for a simple digital dice roller. Throughout the introduction, Harr
AppleVis Extra 115: Blind Developer Showcase: A Chat with Quinton Williams of VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, David Nason is joined by Quinton Williams, the developer of VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes. Quintin shares the story behind creating the app, how a personal interest in accessible talking clocks inspired the project, and how an idea that began as a simple experiment quickly evolved into a feature-rich app for iPhone and Mac.The conversation explores Q
AppleVis Extra 114: Blind Developer Showcase: A Chat with Ashley Cox of Simulcast
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, David Nason is joined by Ashley Cox, a blind software developer who is building native apps for Apple's platforms with a strong focus on accessibility, usability, and thoughtful design.Ashley shares his journey into software development—from teaching himself HTML in the early days of the web to developing sophisticated Swift applications for iPhone, i
A Demonstration and Walkthrough of Be My Eyes for Mac
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates the Be My Eyes app for Mac. (Editor's Note: Be My Eyes is the parent company of AppleVis.)With Be My Eyes for Mac, you can use Be My AI to generate high-quality descriptions of visual content, such as screenshots, images stored on your Mac or its clipboard, and pictures taken using your Mac's camera. Topics covered in this demonstration include:Getting startedAp
AppleVis Extra #113: WWDC26 Keynote Reactions and Accessibility Roundtable
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, Dave Nason is joined by Thomas Domville and Tyler Stephen for an in-depth discussion of Apple’s WWDC 2026 keynote. The team examines Apple’s new presentation format, the company’s focus on refinement, trust and safety, and artificial intelligence, and what these changes mean for blind and low-vision users.The conversation begins with overall impressio
How to Limit the Maximum Charge of Your Mac's Battery
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to limit the maximum charge of your Mac's battery to 80, 85, 90, or 95%, useful for prolonging long-term battery health.To do this, go to System Settings > Battery, click the "Show Detail" button to the right of "Charging," adjust the slider to your desired charge limit, and click Done. Note that the available increments are relative to the slider rather
iPhone 17e: Unboxing, First Impressions, and Hands-On with VoiceOver
In this podcast, Michael Hansen unboxes and gives his initial impressions of Apple's iPhone 17e. In addition to giving a physical description of the device, Michael demonstrates the speakers and VoiceOver performance on the iPhone 17e--giving blind, DeafBlind, and low vision users an idea of what they can expect from Apple's newest budget iPhone.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated
Gamers Corner (Oct–Dec 2025): Adventure To Fate + Dungeon Scoundrel | Accessible iOS Gaming
Welcome to Gamers Corner, your roundup of accessible games for blind and low vision gamers. In this October–December 2025 edition, we share our latest iOS game picks, highlight three runner-ups, revisit a classic Blindfold Games Vault Treasure, and close with a Crossing Consoles recommendation—plus a quick look at end-of-year awards.Hosts: Thomas Domville, Aaron Spelker, and Jesse AndersonLinks (Q
How to Disable Hot Corners on macOS: and Why you Might Wish to as a VoiceOver User
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to disable Hot Corners on macOS.Hot Corners are areas of the screen that perform a specified action when the mouse pointer is hovered over them. As a VoiceOver user who doesn't use the mouse, you might want to configure them to do nothing, so you don't inadvertently cause an action to be performed if you accidentally brush your fingers against the trackpad o
WikiTrip: VoiceOver-Accessible Wikipedia-Powered Audio Guide for Road Trips on iOS
WikiTrip – Travel Audio Guide is an iOS app that uses VoiceOver accessibility with a location-based audio guide to pull curated information from Wikipedia and read it aloud while the listener is moving.In this episode, Thomas Domville demonstrates and reviews the iOS app WikiTrip, a location-based audio guide that pulls curated information from Wikipedia and reads it aloud while the listener is mo
The Echo Returns: AppleVis Extra 113 with Agiga
In episode 113 of the AppleVis Extra podcast, Dave Nason and Scott Davert welcome back Xiaoran Wang and welcome Buddy Brannan from Agiga to talk about the EchoVision smart glasses. The conversation focuses on how EchoVision is designed specifically for blind and low vision users, highlighting its accessibility-first approach and ongoing development through close collaboration with the community. T
How to Manage Login Items on macOS
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to manage login items on macOS.If there are certain apps or files that you always want open, you can configure them to open automatically when logging into your Mac. To do this, go to System Settings > General > Login items & Extensions, click Add, and select the item in the open dialog. To delete a login item, select it in the table and click Remo
Apple Crunch December 2025: Trophies, Turbulence, and a Fold Too Far
In the December 2025 edition of Apple Crunch, hosts Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse) and John Gassman wrap up the year with a wide-ranging discussion covering AppleVis community awards, Apple’s own App Store recognitions, major Apple hardware and business news, and an accessibility-focused app pick to close out the month.The episode begins with a deep dive into the AppleVis Golden Apples Awards for 20
Dungeon Scoundrel: A Solitaire-Style Dungeon Crawler You Can Play Anywhere for iOS
This podcast episode features a detailed, hands-on review of the iOS game Dungeon Scoundrel, presented by Thomas Domville, also known as AnonyMouse. The episode focuses on exploring the game’s mechanics, accessibility, and overall design, offering listeners a thorough understanding of how the game plays from start to finish. Thomas introduces Dungeon Scoundrel as a tactical, turn-based dungeon cra
AppleVis Extra#112: Stephen Lovely on Rethinking Visual Accessibility with Vision AI Assistant
In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, hosts Dave Nason and Thomas Domville speak with StephenLovely, the creator of Vision AI Assistant, a rapidly emerging web-based accessibility tool designed primarily for blind and visually impaired users. Stephen explains the motivation behind the project, rooted in his own lived experience as a person who has been blind since birth, and how that pers
Apple Crunch November 2025: Siri Gets a New Brain, iOS Takes a Breather, and the Air Takes a Dive
In this November edition of Apple Crunch, Thomas, John, and Desiree dig into a surprisingly busy month for Apple. We start with the iPhone Air’s underwhelming debut and why Apple may be rethinking its strategy after weak sales and confusing pricing. Next, we explore Apple’s ongoing talks to bring a Gemini-powered core to Siri—what that means for privacy, how it blends with Apple Intelligence, and
How to Customize the Control Center and Menu Bar on macOS
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to customize the Control Center and menu bar on macOS.With macOS Tahoe, the Mac's Control Center and menu bar have become more customizable, with the ability to add, remove, and reorder a greater variety of items.To add an item to the Control Center or menu bar, click the “Edit controls” button at the bottom of the Control Center dialog, focus on the item yo
iPhone Air: Unboxing and First Impressions
In this episode, David Nason unboxes an iPhone Air and gives his first impressions of the device. Apple’s thinnest phone to date, the iPhone Air was released alongside the iPhone 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max in September 2025.
Our thanks to Apple for providing this device for review. This and future reviews of the device are entirely independent with no editorial input from Apple.Key Points:Despite t
How to Opt Out of Offers and Promotions in the Wallet App on iOS
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to opt out of notifications for offers and promotions in the Wallet app on iOS.The Wallet app, responsible for managing payments, orders, passes, and more, often sends important notifications related to users' financial activity. However, notifications from the Wallet app can also be used to deliver ads, like Apple's advertising of discounted "F1: The Movie"
Bridging Access to Braille: An In-Depth Look at Braille Access on iOS 26
In this episode, Scott Davert gives us an in-depth demonstration of Braille Access. New in iOS 26, Braille Access aims to offer an experience similar to dedicated braille note takers.TranscriptDisclaimer: 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 conten
Apple Crunch September 2025: The Thin, the Bold, and the Crunchy
September 2025 Edition
Hosted by Thomas Domville, Dave Nason, and John GassmanWelcome to the September 2025 edition of Apple Crunch, where we break down the biggest Apple stories and explore what they mean for the blind and low-vision community. This month, we dive into a wide range of updates—from AppleVis itself getting a major facelift, to a critical VoiceOver bug fix in iOS 26.0.1, to Apple’s
Gamers Corner: May to August 2025 Edition
Welcome to Gamers CornerWelcome to the very first edition of Gamers Corner, a brand-new show from AppleVis hosted by Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse), with co-hosts Aaron Spelker and Jesse Anderson. This inaugural episode marks the beginning of a seasonal series that will run three or four times a year, depending on the pace of major game releases.Gamers Corner was created to provide blind and low vis
Quick Tip: Assigning a braille display command to tell the time on iOS
In this short AppleVis episode, host Scott Davert walks through how to bind a custom braille display command that instantly announces and brailles the current date and time on an iPhone. The motivation is simple: while the lock screen shows the time, that isn’t always convenient; a dedicated braille command lets you check the time anywhere without leaving what you’re doing.The conversation centers
Quiet the Noise: Managing VoiceOver Sensory Overload on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville (also known as AnonyMouse) walks listeners through the new and customizable VoiceOver sounds and haptic feedback options introduced in iOS. Thomas highlights how these features can be especially helpful for users who experience sensory overload or prefer a more tailored accessibility experience.Listeners will learn how to access, adjust, and personalize VoiceOver s
Classic vs. Unified: Choosing Your Phone View on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville walks through the redesigned Phone app in iOS 26. The episode explains the difference between the new Unified view and the legacy Classic view, shows how to switch between them, and highlights where previously familiar items—like Voicemail—now live. Throughout, Thomas shares VoiceOver-friendly steps and tips to make navigation faster and less confusing.Key PointsiO
Compact vs Classic: Choosing Your Safari Tab Style
In this episode, Thomas Domville walks through Safari’s new Tabs layout options in iOS 26, explains the default Compact view, and shows how to switch between Compact, Bottom, and Top tab layouts. The demo is VoiceOver-centric, with practical navigation tips (rotor use, headings, and screen-edge gestures) to make changing this setting quick and repeatable.SummaryWhat changed: Safari now defaults to
A Demonstration of Screen Sharing with VoiceOver on macOS
In this episode, Levi Gobin demonstrates screen sharing with VoiceOver on macOS. Levi first shows us the Screen Sharing settings in VoiceOver Utility, then demonstrates controlling another Mac using the Screen Sharing app.Starting with macOS Tahoe 26, VoiceOver can be used to control another Mac remotely using the built-in Screen Sharing facility, either through FaceTime or Messages for controllin
Smarter Battery Saving with iOS Adaptive Power
In this episode, Thomas Domville walks through Apple’s new Adaptive Power mode in iOS, explaining what it does, which devices support it, what trade-offs to expect, and how to turn it on. You’ll learn how the system uses on-device intelligence to detect unusually power-hungry apps or tasks and gently throttle performance to extend battery life—plus how this differs from the traditional Low Power M
Starting Fresh: How to Reset VoiceOver Settings on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville demonstrates a new iOS feature that lets you reset VoiceOver settings back to factory defaults—useful when settings have become confusing or inconsistent. He walks through where the option lives, how to activate it, and the consequences (you’ll lose all customizations).Key Points & TakeawaysPurpose: Quickly restore VoiceOver to a clean, default state when troub
Taming the Magic Tap: Stop Accidental Media Playback on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville explains how to stop the two-finger Magic Tap gesture from unexpectedly starting or pausing media playback. If you hang up a call or use Magic Tap in other contexts and your audiobook or music begins playing when you didn’t intend it to, this setting lets you turn that behavior off (and back on later if needed).What You’ll LearnWhat the Magic Tap gesture does by de
Goodbye 9 Minutes — Hello Custom Snooze! in Alarm on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville explains that, prior to iOS 26, the default alarm snooze was fixed at 9 minutes with no way to change it. In iOS 26, you can set a custom snooze duration directly in the Clock app when creating or editing an alarm. The episode walks through the exact steps with VoiceOver cues so screen-reader users can follow along comfortably.Key Points & TakeawaysSnooze is no
How Copied Speech Transforms Productivity on iOS
In this episode, Thomas Domville demos the new Copied Speech rotor option in iOS 26 for VoiceOver. Think of it as a lightweight clipboard history: it remembers what you copied with VoiceOver and lets you paste from the last ten copied items directly via the rotor, making multi-item copy/paste (like app titles and release notes) fast and accessible. What’s covered / why it mattersWhat Copied Speec
What’s New in iOS 26 Accessibility
In this episode, Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse) dives deep into the exciting new accessibility features in iOS 26. From improved VoiceOver experiences to powerful tools for customization and ease of use, this update offers meaningful improvements for blind, low-vision, and accessibility-focused users.Whether you’re a long-time VoiceOver user or just curious about Apple’s accessibility innovations, t
AppleVis Extra 111: Recapping Apple's 'Awe Dropping' September 2025 Event
In this edition of the AppleVis Extra, Michael Hansen, Tyler Stephen, Geo Bahena, and Levi Gobin get together to discuss Apple's 'Awe Dropping' September 2025 event.TranscriptDisclaimer: 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.Michael: Welcome
A Demonstration and Walkthrough of Multi-User Support on macOS
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 PointsWhy multi-us
Tonewood Amp: Accessible Effects from Your Guitar’s Soundbox
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
AppleVis Extra #110: Envision & the Ally Solos Smart Glasses
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
Apple Crunch July 2025: It's All about Sweat and Earwax
In this episode of Apple Crunch, Thomas Domville, John Gassman, and Desiree Renae discuss Apple news and other topics of interest.Chapters:OpeningApple Explores AI-Powered Scene Description with 'SceneScout'Internal Tensions Stirring Within AppleAugmented Reality Glasses Create Industry BuzzAnticipation Builds for Apple’s Fall Launch of the iPhone 17ClosingResources:Apple researching AI agent that
AppleVis Extra 109: Interview with Klemens Strasser, Developer of Art of Fauna
Episode Title: AppleVis Extra 109: Interview with Klemens Strasser, Developer of Art of FaunaGuest: Klemens Strasser, Indie iOS Developer and Winner of the 2025 Apple Design AwardHosts: David Nason (Dave) and Thomas Domville(AnonyMouse)Length: \~45 minutesEpisode SummaryIn this inspiring and insightful episode, Dave and Thomas speak with Klemens Strasser, the creative mind behind Art of Fauna, a b
Silent Safety: Exploring SoSecure by ADT, an iOS App for Emergency Assistance
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
Apple Crunch June 2025: Who's the Mystery Person?
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:OpeningAfter thoughts of the Apple WWDC KeynoteHands-on and Thoughts of iOS 26ClosingResources:WWDC 2025 Keynote: The AppleVis RecapApple Previews New Accessibility Features Coming Later This Year: Accessibility Nutrition Labels, Magnifier fo
Browsing on Your Wrist: Exploring µBrowser for Apple Watch
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 EpisodeIntroduction to µBr
AppleVis Extra 108: Recapping WWDC 2025 and Exploring OS 26 & Apple Intelligence
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 fro
A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 4 Power User Tips for System Control & Clipboard Magic
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 cl
Transform PDFs with AI-Powered OCR: Your Guide to PDFgear for Mac
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
AppleVis Extra 107: Exploring Apple’s Latest Accessibility Innovations with Sarah Herrlinger
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
How to Password-Protect and Encrypt a Folder on Your Mac
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
Experience New macOS Beta Software with Confidence: Dual Boot macOS and Run Beta Software Alongside the Latest Public Release of macOS
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 Utilit
A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 3 How to clear the trash, reboot the computer, and perform other tasks using Alfred keywords
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 ke
A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 2 Guide to the settings window and overall settings
Discover new levels of productivity with Gaurav’s latest AppleVis podcast episode — the second installment in a three-part series all about the powerful Alfred app for macOS. Designed specifically for VoiceOver users, Alfred helps you speed up your workflow by letting you accomplish a wide range of tasks simply by typing—no need to navigate complicated menus or interfaces.In this episode, Gaurav g
A Look into Alfred for Mac: Part 1 Overview of Alfred's features and functionalities
Explore the world of productivity with Gaurav’s latest AppleVis podcast episode—the first in a three-part series diving into the powerful Alfred app for macOS. Tailored especially for VoiceOver users, Alfred streamlines your workflow by letting you perform a wide range of tasks simply by typing, eliminating the need to navigate complex interfaces.In this opening episode, Gaurav walks you through t
Tidy Up Instantly: The Mac Shortcut You Didn’t Know You Needed
In this episode of the AppleVis podcast, Siddarth shares a quick and efficient way to organize multiple files into a single folder on a Mac using a simple shortcut. He demonstrates how to use VoiceOver to select documents around a specific topic—like “Holistic Education Development”—and instantly group them together by pressing Control + Command + N.This episode is perfect for anyone wanting to si
Speed up your typing and your emoji game with text replacements on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS
In this episode, Dave Nason demonstrates how to create and use text replacements, short snippets of text which are substituted with frequently used words, sentences, or emojis when typed, on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. This may be useful if you, for example, need to frequently give people directions to your home. Rather than manually type out the directions, you could configure a text replacement so t
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 7 - Understanding the concept of Tables and inserting multiple tables on a Sheet
In this episode of the AppleVis Podcast, Gaurav returns with Lesson 7 in the ongoing series on mastering Numbers, Apple’s free spreadsheet app for Mac.This lesson focuses on organizing data efficiently in Apple Numbers. Unlike Excel’s single-grid layout, Numbers offers a more flexible, canvas-like approach where multiple tables can coexist on a single sheet. Gaurav demonstrates how to manage table
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 6 - Autofill feature to quickly copy formulas across cells
In this episode of the AppleVis Podcast, Gaurav returns with Lesson 6 in the ongoing series on mastering Numbers, Apple’s free spreadsheet app for Mac.In the previous lesson, he explored how to insert formulas effectively. This time, the focus is on using the autofill feature to save time and eliminate repetitive tasks.Autofill EssentialsApply formulas across multiple cells with ease using autofil
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 5 - Basic Formulas
Gaurav is back with the next installment in our Numbers tutorial series, diving into one of the most essential spreadsheet skills: the SUM function. Whether you're tracking expenses or organizing data, learning to total values quickly is a must.Quick Guide: Summing Your January ExpensesSelect the Cell – Click the cell where you'd like the total to appear.Start the Formula – Type = and then SU. Use
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 4 - Sort and Quick Filter
In this episode of the AppleVis Podcast, Gaurav returns with Lesson 4 in the series on mastering Numbers, Apple’s free spreadsheet app for Mac.In this installment, he dives into two powerful tools for organizing your data: Sort and Quick Filter. These features help you manage and analyze spreadsheets more efficiently—especially when working with larger datasets.We’re using a sample budget spreadsh
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 3 - Autofill and Quick Calculation Bar
In this episode of the AppleVis Podcast, Gaurav is back with Lesson 3 in his series on mastering spreadsheets with Numbers, Apple’s free spreadsheet app for Mac.Today, he’ll continue working with our monthly budget spreadsheet and dive into two powerful time-saving tools: Autofill and the Quick Calculation Bar.First, we’ve already completed the budget for January and February. Now, instead of re-e
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 2 - Table Formatting and Headers for Columns and Rows
In this episode of the AppleVis Podcast, Gaurav returns with the second lesson in his series on mastering spreadsheets using Apple’s free app,Numbersfor Mac.
This session dives into working with row and column headers and navigating the formatter pane to make your data more accessible and structured. Gaurav shares practical tips to boost your spreadsheet skills and improve your workflow. Can’t wai
Getting Started with Numbers on Mac: Lesson 1 – Accessible Table Layout & Editing
In this episode, Gaurav begins his journey into mastering spreadsheets with Apple’s free app,Numberson Mac. 📊 Using an insightful AppleVis podcast as his guide, he learns how to open a spreadsheet and navigate it efficiently with VoiceOver.If you're new to spreadsheets, Numbers is an ideal starting point—especially since it’s bundled with every Mac. It’s highly accessible for VoiceOver users and p
From WAV to MP3: Audio Made Easy with VLC for the Mac
In this episode, Siddarth shares a simple, stress-free way to convert audio files using VLC Media Player — no expensive software or confusing tools required! Whether you're working with WAV, MP3, or other formats, VLC makes the process quick, free, and accessible to everyone.What’s CoveredHow to convert audio formats (like WAV to MP3)Common challenges: installing new software, app usability, acces
Card Battles and 3D Soundscapes: Call of Fate for iOS
In this podcast, Darrell showcases Call of Fate, a free-to-play, audio-first card adventure game developed by Prudence Interactive. Designed with full accessibility in mind, the game is tailored for both blind and sighted players.Call of Fate transports players to the fantasy world of Teyus, where they take on the role of a summoner uncovering a forgotten past.Official Game Site – Prudence Interac
How to View Your Mac's Battery Capacity and Cycle Count
In this episode, Siddarth B walks you through the process of checking your MacBook's battery capacity—an indicator of how well the battery retains a charge compared to when it was new. He also explains how to determine the cycle count, which tracks the number of times the battery has been completely drained and recharged.Battery capacity can be viewed by going to System Settings > Battery and c
Resetting Control Center in iOS: A Fresh Start
In this episode, Thomas Domville will demonstrate how to reset the control center back to its factory default state.In iOS 18.1 and later, Apple introduced a convenient feature that allows users to reset the Control Center to its default layout. This is particularly useful if you've customized the Control Center extensively and wish to return to the original setup without affecting other settings
How to Hide Your Recent Searches in Safari on iOS and iPadOS
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to hide your recent searches from showing up when double-tapping the address and search field in a new Safari tab on iOS or iPadOS.Starting in iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4, your recent searches will by default appear above the keyboard when opening a new tab in Safari and double-tapping the address and search field. If you'd prefer your search activity wasn't so
Apple Crunch February 2025: The Most Expensive Cheap iPhone Yet
In this edition of Apple Crunch, Thomas Domville and John Gassman discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest.Chapters:IntroductionApple Introduces iPhone 16e with 6.1-inch Display, Face ID, A18 Chip, and MoreApple finally lets you move your digital purchases to another accountAppleCare+ for iPhone Gets More ExpensiveLatest News and Updates on iOS 18.4 BetaApple TV is finally available
Lost in Time: A Journey Through RYFT – A Timely Manor for iOS
In this podcast, Thomas Domville explores RYFT: A Timely Manor for iOS, an immersive audio-based mystery-adventure game designed for hands-free, voice-activated play. Inspired by classics like Myst, Monkey Island, and Zork, RYFT offers a unique experience where players navigate and interact entirely through voice commands.Game Overview:Setting: Players find themselves in Nexus Manor, a mysterious
Finding Your Way Home in a (Home) Buttonless World: Using an iOS Device Without a Home Button the Ears Edition
In this episode, Scott Davert explores the different ways to access the Home Screen on iPhones without a Home Button. With the launch of the iPhone 16e, Apple has fully transitioned to a buttonless design, changing how users interact with their devices. For those accustomed to the tactile feedback of the Home Button, this shift may feel challenging. However, several alternative methods can replica
AppleVis Extra 106: Chatting with The Iconfactory, Helping you Weave Your Social Media Feeds and More Together with Tapestry
In this edition of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason and Thomas Domville speak to Ged Maheux from The Iconfactory, the developers behind innovative new universal timeline app, Tapestry.
Long time iPhone users will be very familiar with the company, previously responsible for the highly popular and highly accessible app Twitterrific.
Download Tapestry from the App Store.TranscriptDisclaimer: This tra
iPhone 16e First Look: Unboxing, Setup, and Initial Impressions
In this podcast, Michael Hansen takes a first look at Apple's iPhone 16e, the latest member of the iPhone 16 family. He unboxes the device, goes through setup, and gives his initial impressions.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by Aiko, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content.Hello
How to Enable Severe Weather Notifications on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS
In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to enable severe weather notifications on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. With this feature enabled for a supported location, the weather app will notify you whenever the weather authority for that location has issued a severe weather alert, such as a storm watch or storm warning.To enable this feature in the Weather app on iOS and iPadOS, double-tap the "Manage not
AppleVis Extra 105: Karthik Kannan from Envision on winning the inaugural David Goodwin award and their upcoming Ally app
In this edition of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason speaks to Karthik Kannan, co-founder of Envision Technologies, winner of the inaugural AppleVis David Goodwin Award.
This award recognises developers who have excelled in providing great apps and experiences for the blind and low vision community over a sustained period of time. They discuss the background of the company, key milestones, and the
AppleVis Extra 104: In conversation with the creators of Seeing AI, Winner of Best App in the 2024 Golden Apples
In this edition of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason speaks to Saqib Shaikh, a key member of the team behind Microsoft's Seeing AI, winner of Best App in the 2024 AppleVis Golden Apple awards.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by Aiko, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers’ names, voices, or content.Hello there
Discover Global Music & News with Eter Radio for iOS
In this episode, Dennis Long demonstrates Eter: Streaming Internet Radio for iOS. Eter is a versatile internet radio application available across all Apple platforms, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. It provides access to over 40,000 global radio stations, encompassing a wide range of genres such as news, sports, and music. citeturn0search8Key Features:Extensive Station Access:
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Quick Tip: Sending Messenger Messages Hands-Free with Siri on iOS
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