[nabs-l] fw: list of some available apps. Warning: one might be offensive to some

Chris Nusbaum dotkid.nusbaum at gmail.com
Sat Nov 12 02:44:26 UTC 2011 

This is a FYI for all iDevice users...  some of these apps sound 
really cool, thought you might want to check them out.  By the 
way, they are mostly if not fully accessible with VoiceOver and 
most if not all buttons are tagged.  There is information about 
the accessibility of each app and accessibility comments after 
each app's description.  With all that said, here's all the 
information:

---- Original Message ------
From: "Kay Malmquist" <kay.malmquist at gmail.com
Subject: [talkshopchatters] List of some available apps.  
Warning: one of them may be offfensive to some.
Date sent: Wed, 2 Nov 2011 16:02:37 -0500

List of apps separated by stars.

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== RelativePitchLite ==
   http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/music/relativepitchlite
   (from AppleVis - Recent Content)

Description of appYouâ?Tve always wanted to  have a deeper
understanding of music.  You admire other musicians who can
improvise and compose, or singers who can effortlessly find the
harmony  to a song.  Interval training can help you achieve all 
of
that ­ and  let  you get more out of the music you love.
If youâ?Td like to learn  interval training but you arenâ?Tt sure
youâ?Tre ready to progress all the  way through RelativePitch,
try this Lite version for beginners.
With RelativePitchLite, youâ?Tll get:

Training Mode ­ 5 lessons to gradually teach you intervals, step
by step
Testing Mode ­ Check your progress and your ability to
distinguish intervals
Custom Mode ­ If youâ?Tre having trouble with one specific  
piece
of  training, set up a custom training and testing session to
target your  problem spots

RelativePitchLite is fun and easy to use ­ in  fact, many of our
customers say it makes learning to distinguish  intervals feel
like a game.  Itâ?Ts also great for beginners; even if you
donâ?Tt play an instrument or know music theory, youâ?Tll be able
to learn  with this app easily.
Whether youâ?Tre a musician yourself, or  simply an admirer and
lover of great music, RelativePitchLite changes  the way you
experience music.  Youâ?Tll have that deeper understanding you
always wanted of how it all comes together ­ and youâ?Tll be
amazed at  how  much more you get out of every piece you hear.
RelativePitchLite  is intended for beginners, and trains and
tests ascending intervals  starting from a C.  More advanced
students might enjoy RelativePitch,  available on the App Store
now!
â?oNice app.  Easy to use, does  what it says.  If you are a
musician and want to sharpen your ear.  Give  this app a try!!�
âoª (User review, August 2010)
â?oThe free  version brought me exactly what I needed for my
music course.  I can test  my ears on a custom test with the
intervals I desire and it helped me  improve my scores from 40%
to 90%! happy!â? âoª (User review, February  2010)
If you have any questions before buying, or any problems with the
app, just email support at EasyEarTraining.com.
Version1.10Free or PaidFreeCompatibilityThis is a native iPhone
and iPod Touch app that is displayed in 2x mode on an
iPadDevice(s) app was tested oniPhone 4SAccessibility CommentsYou
can open settings on the home screen then find the
RelativePitchLite app and enable labels for buttons.  The only
button that is not labeled is the help button at the bottom
right.  The help is very good, and should answer any questions
that you have.
VoiceOver PerformanceVoiceOver reads all page elements.Button
LabellingMost buttons are clearly labelled.UsabilityThe app is
fully accessible with VoiceOver, but the interface could be
easier to navigate and use.Link to RelativePitchLite in iTunes
App StoreVisit developer web site

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== Spanish English Dictionary + ==

http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/travel/spanish-english-dict
ionary
   (from AppleVis - Recent Content)

Description of appTHis is a VO friendly Spanish-ENglish
dictionary with easily toggled translations and some interesting
features.  It contains 263,000  translations / definitions, a
small  selection of commonly used phrases categorized, a
conjugated verb reference, and a basic quiz engine.  All of those
features are fully VO accessible and are accessed via a properly
labeled set of buttons along the bottom edge of the screen.  The
dictionary is stored locally on the i-device so an Internet
connection is not required during general use of the app except
in cases where you wish to hear the words pronounced by a voice
other than those supplied in IOS. .  If you want to hear the 
words
pronounced in the native tongue you have two options: 1.  Use the
rotor to toggle between languages,or 2.  Make an Internet
connection and click on any of the buttons labeled "speaker.gif"
which are found throughout the app.
This app allows the User to add  text, photos, videos and voice
recordings to a word directly from within the word's page in the
app.  For instance, if I select the word "dog" (translated as the
Spanish "perro"), I am presented with a row of mostly
understandable buttons along the bottom of the screen labeled
"microphone, play, camera, browse image, email and add text." I
can use these buttons to record my dog barking (which she never
does), take a photo of her and add it to the definition, browse
and add an image from another location, email the definition or
type additional text that will be attached to the definition.
These options all use standard IOS controls to do their thing
with one exception: The microphone button presents the only quirk
I've found so far in this app, and I've explained a workaround in
the accessibility comments section below.
You can find a fully VO accessible introduction to the
application by choosing More / Help from within the app.
This app costs US $9.95 at the time of this writing (29Oct2011)
and there is a free version that offers most of the same features
but has a much smaller dictionary.
Version5.1.5Free or PaidPaidCompatibilityThis is a universal app,
so works natively on the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPadDevice(s) app
was tested oniPhone 4iPad 1Accessibility CommentsThe app is
well-labeled and navigable using standard VO gestures.  The one
issue I encountered is when attempting to create a voice
recording from within a definition by using the button labeled
"microphone." Choosing this button causesVO to go silent and it
is difficult to get out of  the scenario.  The workaround I found
is to plug in the apple earbuds with inline mic, or a compatible
set, then double-tap the microphone button, then quickly
double-click the center button on the inline mic.  This seems to
get VO talking again and allows you to record and choose either
the cancel or done buttons.
VoiceOver PerformanceVoiceOver reads all page elements.Button
LabellingMost buttons are clearly labelled.UsabilityThe app is
fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and
use.Link to Spanish English Dictionary + in iTunes App StoreVisit
developer web site

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== TuneIn Radio ==
   http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/music/tunein-radio
   (from AppleVis - Recent Content)

Description of appListen to over 50,000 radio stations including
thousands of AM/FM local  stations on your iPhone, iPod touch or
iPad with TuneIn Radio!
If you enjoy TuneIn Radio, consider upgrading to TuneIn Radio Pro
to record live radio stations and remove banner ads!
With  TuneIn Radio, you get more than just a list of stations.
You get a  radio guide that helps you find the shows and stations
that matter to  you.
Plus, with TuneIn Radio, you can pause and rewind live radio just
like your DVR.
KEY FEATURES

Play all stations and podcasts in the background on multitasking
capable devices
Control audio playback with the built-in music controls, Apple
headphone controls and most dock controls
Stream audio to an AirPlay compatible receiver (requires iOS 4.2)
Extensive directory featuring 50,000+ radio stations and
thousands of radio shows
Simple, quick, and easy-to-use interface
Browse or search for your favorite shows and find out what
stations they're currently available on
Browse local stations with GPS or Wi-Fi location
Search for stations by keyword
Browse stations by genre or location
Pause live streams for up to 30 minutes
Rewind and fast forward within last 30 minutes streamed
Listen to podcasts of radio shows when available
Save your favorite stations, songs, categories or shows to
Presets
Search for stations playing your favorite song or artist
Browse recommended stations based on music library
Share your favorite stations, shows or songs with your friends on
Facebook and Twitter
Alarm clock
Sleep timer

Version2.1Free or PaidFreeCompatibilityThis is a universal app,
so works natively on the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPadDevice(s) app
was tested oniPod Touch 4GAccessibility CommentsWhen selecting a
station, there are a ton of unlabeled buttons you can safely
ignore.
VoiceOver PerformanceVoiceOver reads all page elements.Button
LabellingMost buttons are clearly labelled.UsabilityThe app is
fully accessible with VoiceOver, but the interface could be
easier to navigate and use.Link to TuneIn Radio in iTunes App
StoreVisit developer web site

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== Fart!! ==
   http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/entertainment/fart
   (from AppleVis - Recent Content)

Description of appFart!! is a fart machine that allows you to
generate new random fart sounds every time you push The Button.

Fart Engine generates infinite and different farts every time
Fart Button: touch the fart button to generate random farts
Leg Fart: Enable the leg fart mode and put your device in your
pockets, then lift your leg up to simulate an amazing fart!
Fart Meter and Fart Points: Flood the fart button to increase the
Fart Meter bar and earn Fart Points!
Impress your friends and people in public with fart sounds!
Simulate real farts for wonderful jokes!

Fart!! is the best Fart App for iPhone.  Suggest Fart!! to your
friends to make crazy exhilarating jokes with them!
Version1.7.2Free or PaidFreeCompatibilityThis is a native iPhone
and iPod Touch app that is displayed in 2x mode on an
iPadDevice(s) app was tested oniPod Touch 4GAccessibility
CommentsThis app is indeed useable with VoiceOver, with a minor
bug or two in accessibility.  The fart button itself is not
labeled, but is clickable, for example.
VoiceOver PerformanceVoiceOver reads all page elements.Button
LabellingMost buttons are clearly labelled.UsabilityThe app is
fully accessible with VoiceOver, but the interface could be
easier to navigate and use.Other CommentsThe fart machine itself
is under the fart machine tab.  Press the button to generate a
fart.
Tip: Turn the "Leg Farts" mode on and shake your device for best
action.
Link to Fart!! in iTunes App StoreVisit developer web site

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== mobiUs ==
   http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/productivity/mobius
   (from AppleVis - Recent Content)

Description of appWelcome to the next generation of mobile
browsing.
mobiUs has enhanced support for HTML5 and push messaging.
It also includes the 1touch secure wallet to help you make web
based purchases without storing your credit card information
online.
What's New in Version 3.4.2
Bug fixes and cleaned up memory leaks.
Version3.4.2Free or PaidFreeCompatibilityThis is a native iPhone
and iPod Touch app that is displayed in 2x mode on an
iPadDevice(s) app was tested oniPhone 4Accessibility
CommentsAppears to be fully accessible.  Please read the Other
Comments for more information on this app.
VoiceOver PerformanceVoiceOver reads all page elements.Button
LabellingAll buttons are clearly labelled.UsabilityThe app is
fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and
use.Other CommentsI must admit this sounds fascinating.  While 
the
app seems very user-friendly, I have yet to find something to
test this on other than a few games which are not blind friendly.
However, this does not mean there won't be any friendly ideas for
the blind in future developments.  There is potential for this to
work if developed correctly.  Will keep you posted if I find
anything of use.  Also, please feel free to let us know in the
comments below if you have found anything.
I found this article that is worth reading to understand exactly
what this app means and can do.
Article from AppAdvice:
World's First HTML5 Web App Browser Launches ­ Could Be Game
Changer For Developers
What is being called the world's first HTML5 web app browser
launches today in the App Store.  The free and universal MobiUs
app provides a way for developers to get apps onto iDevices
without first getting Apple's approval.  As such, this could fast
become be a game-changer in mobile app development.
Created by appMobi, MobiUs is really two products in one.  First,
it operates as a standalone browser for both the iPhone/iPod
touch and iPad.  Second, it works in conjunction with Apple's
Mobile Safari app in a way that will remind many of how browser
extensions work on desktops.  What makes mobiUs significant is
what it brings to the table for web app developers.  Unlike
standard HTML5, MobiUs lets web apps access all of the hardware
available on iDevices including it's GPS, accelerometer, camera
and more.  Best of all, once the app is installed, the iDevice
knows "when" it is needed.
Users won't have to switch from using Safari as their primary Web
browser in order to take advantage of the new functionality, says
appMobi.  Instead, when a user encounters a webpage that requires
the capabilities provided by MobiUs, the Web app in question will
prompt you to install the MobiUs iOS app from iTunes.  The
experience is similar to how online users are prompted to install
the Flash plugin to watch online videos.  Except in this case, 
the
additional software is not a browser plugin ­ it's an app.
      After the initial installation, any future Web apps
requiring MobiUs' technology will be able to seamlessly switch
over from Safari to MobiUs as need be, without any user
intervention.
Full mobiUs features include:
      *    MobiUs lets web apps can access all of the hardware
features of your smartphone.
      *    With MobiUs, your web apps will work whether you have
Internet connection or not.
      *    MobiUs delivers great game performance with
DirectCanvas technology
      *    MobiUs delivers instant push notifications from apps 
or
other users
      *    MobiUs can speed online purchases with its build in
1Touch wallet
      *    Best of all, you don't even have to remember to use
MobiUs ­ once it's installed on your phone, it automagically
springs to life whenever it's needed.
Link to mobiUs in iTunes App StoreVisit developer web site






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