AppleVis Podcast

In this podcast, Matthew shows Mac users how to remap their keyboard in a virtual machine (in this case VMWare Fusion) to best work with a Windows screen reader. The software used to accomplish this remapping is SharpKeys, which can be downloaded from www.randyrants.com/sharpkeys

In this podcast, AnonyMouse takes a look at the latest update to LookTel VoiceOver Tutorial, which now offers 2 separate tutorials to help those who are new to using VoiceOver on iOS. This app provides a basic introduction to VoiceOver and the gestures used throughout iOS. Persons new to VoiceOver and IOS are guided through the tutorial with a pleasant mix of facts and entertainment. Once the app is started with VoiceOver running, the text and elementary games provide a practice of the basic gestures used with VoiceOver and IOS. As each new gesture is introduced, it is accompanied by an interactive practice screen. LookTel VoiceOver Tutorial is a free download from the iTunes App Store.

In this podcast, AnonyMouse takes a look at 2 free iOS apps which are intended to make it faster and easier for Foursquare users to check-in to places and events. Checkie for Foursquare Uber Checkin for Foursquare

In this podcast, Scott Davert walks us through the process of setting up a new iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch by transferring the content from your existing iDevice. The process requires a recent backup of your existing device. You can then use either iTunes or iCloud to restore all of the settings, data and content onto a new device from there. As Scott demonstrates, in most cases, this should be a quick and painless experience.

In this podcast, Joseph gives us a walk-through of Voice Band, an iOS app that allows you to make music with your voice. Just sing into your your iDevice and hear Voice Band transform your voice into an instrument in real time. Voice Band doesn't simply alter your voice to sound like an instrument, it actually plays a real sampled instrument which follows what you sing. Want to jam to a guitar solo with your favorite band? Voice Band lets you play along with your ipod library, too. Voice Band is a $1.99 download from the iTunes App Store.

Join in with AnonyMouse as he interviews Paul Bennun of Somethin' Else, the creators of Papa Sangre and the The Nightjar. Plus, don't miss out on what you can expect from the upcoming release of the Papa Sangre 2 and an exclusive sneak peek of what else is up their sleeves!

In this podcast, David Woodbridge gives us a demonstration of Audio Archery - Archery for your Ears, an audio game for iOS that challenges you to use only your ears and your reflexes to shoot targets. The game is entirely auditory, so there are no pictures or icons. You will hear a target move from left to right. When it is centered, flick down on the screen with one finger to pull back your bow. Release your finger to fire your arrow. The game consists of 10 rounds with 7 shots each. Your goal is to meet or exceed the minimum score given to pass to the next round. Can you pass the tenth round and become the audio archery champion? Audio Archery - Archery for your Ears is a free download from the iTunes App Store.

In this podcast, David Woodbridge gives us a detailed walk-through of ABC Radio, an iOS app that gives you access to over 19 radio stations from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Optimised to deliver fast and easy access to your favourite ABC radio stations, the ABC Radio app also offers track or program information; weekly online schedules; automatic bookmarking of stations; and sharing on Facebook, Twitter or via email. The current level of accessibility of this app shows what is possible when developers are approached and encouraged to make their apps accessible. In this case, a mostly inaccessible app was transformed after lobbying from Vision Australia. ABC Radio is a free download from the iTunes App Store.

In this podcast, David Woodbridge gives us a quick demonstration of how he uses the Find My Friends app to locate and track the movement of family members. In this example, he shows how he can automatically be alerted when they leave a certain location, meaning that it's time for him to start preparing dinner!

In this short podcast, David Woodbridge demonstrates how the 'Play Sound' facility available in Find My iPhone can be used to locate your mislaid iOS device.

In this short podcast, David Woodbridge demonstrates how you can use Siri to generate a random password.

In this podcast, Joseph gives us a walk-through of Spreaker Radio and podcast recorder, an iOS app that allows you to create and share live audio broadcasts on the go from your mobile device. With Spreaker you can let your inner radio host shine through by recording your own podcasts - become a sports commentator or report on live events, then share all the latest news with your friends on any major social network. Plus, you can listen to a variety of podcasts and live broadcasts created by users all over the world. Spreaker Radio and podcast recorder is a free download from the iTunes App Store.

IN this Podcast, Ken Downey shows us the different types of harmonization and other effects you can use to spice up your singing. Improvox is available in the US App Store for $3.99. So tune in, and get ready to sing like an auto tune professional!

In this podcast, Joseph King takes us through setting the timer in the Clock app. He cooks some food, which he hopes won't make you hungry, and then goes through some of the other functions of the Clock app that comes with iDevices. Will the alarm on his timer go off first, or will it be the smoke alarm? Tune in to podcast # 403 and find out. Ok, time to post this podcast, and to go get something to eat!

In this podcast, Kyle gives us a demonstration of mScribble: Scribble beautiful music, an iOS app that allows you to create and shape a variety of melodies by tapping and sliding a single finger over the screen of your iDevice. The app accompanies with bass and drums, and records all of your performances so that you can share them on Facebook, Twitter and more via SoundCloud. mScribble: Scribble beautiful music! is a free download from the iTunes App Store.