Kevan

I'm a 30 year old blind guy in college, currently studying Computer Science.
I like music/TV, hanging with and making friends, tech and gaming among other things.

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kev_at_dragonscave.space@mostr.pub

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2024-10-08 21:53:12

I'm not sure what's coming and not coming to 3rd-party apps, but Mastodon is getting an update...
https://www.engadget.com/social-media/mastodons-new-notifications-wont-blow-up-your-phone-after-a-viral-post-anymore-211215016.html

2024-06-03 20:18:13

I'm glad Mastodon doesn't have ads, because Meta is testing a new ad in the Instagram feed that you can't scroll past https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-testing-a-new-ad-in-the-instagram-feed-that-you-cant-scroll-past-195201532.html

2024-05-25 02:40:08

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@npub1svs…p66u What's in the latest version? The change-log is the same as the one before it.

2024-05-23 19:31:04

Next up in Google’s dramatic overhaul of search: AI Overview ads | Ars Technica https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/05/next-up-in-googles-dramatic-overhaul-of-search-ai-overview-ads/

2024-03-24 00:10:11

Nothing is free anymore, apparently. I stopped paying for Google Drive, so as a result my storage got full. Now I got an email saying I won't get emails either because of the full 15 GB storage in Google Drive.
I remember when email storage used to grow in size as you go...

2024-03-14 15:12:54

Happy Pi Day!
https://media.dragonscave.space/media_attachments/files/112/094/686/278/010/541/original/15f7bdfbc26612a5.jpeg

2024-03-14 15:06:16

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@npub1gaj…78dz What host?

2024-03-13 23:34:23

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@npub1gaj…78dz Ok. I honestly use root access to upload/download files, makes things easier but is technically insecure.

2024-03-13 23:29:43

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@npub1gaj…78dz Screw uploading and downloading with the terminal. I use WinSCP.

2024-03-13 22:31:28

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@npub1gaj…78dz I usually download the files and edit them locally, only re-uploading when done.

2024-02-24 05:11:59

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@npub1svs…p66u Thanks for the update! I was just gonna report the current beta just sent me 2 notifications when someone favorited my post. One said “favorited” and the other said “liked”. Maybe it's because I also have the regular Mona app as well as the beta installed?

2024-02-08 14:18:44

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@npub1svs…p66u Sometimes, Mona calls them “likes”. But sometimes, like when reading the posts in the notifications buffer with VoiceOver, they're called “favorites” and Mona says the post is “favorited”.
Are you changing to “like” not “favorite?” I think Mastodon calls them “favorites”, just like they do with “boosts” not “reposts”.

2024-01-25 15:22:03

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@npub1gaj…78dz You can install an extender though, it will connect to any network. The owner of the wi-fi might take issue, but just send them an article saying the extenders are safe if that happens.

2024-01-25 05:35:53

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@npub1gaj…78dz I saw a TP-Link extender on Amazon for less than 20 bucks if you want a cheap one. Limited-time deal: TP-Link WiFi Extender with Ethernet Port, Dual Band 5GHz/2.4GHz , Up to 44% more bandwidth than single band, Covers Up to 1200 Sq.ft and 30 Devices, signal booster amplifier supports OneMesh(RE220) https://a.co/d/0f86G3Z

2024-01-24 20:49:14

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@npub1gaj…78dz Or faster wifi.

2024-01-13 23:22:55

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@npub1svs…p66u I found a bug: when I send a toot with an image and a content warning but no text, it won't let me. But if there's no content warning, it works. Using latest Mona and iOS.

2024-01-12 18:42:20

Happy Friday!
https://media.dragonscave.space/media_attachments/files/111/744/446/604/252/821/original/ce29bf3a7aaad74a.jpeg

2024-01-09 22:07:40

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1tw8…merp https://www.synfonicaspeech.com/technology

2024-01-09 22:03:45

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@npub1tw8…merp @npub1gaj…78dz https://codefactoryglobal.com/nova/company/

2024-01-09 21:57:11

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@npub1tw8…merp @npub1gaj…78dz I can just give you the IBMTTS NVDA add-on, unless you need SAPI version.

2024-01-09 21:54:13

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@npub1gaj…78dz Did it come from CodeFactory? Hope you can re-authorize.

2024-01-09 21:51:48

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@npub1gaj…78dz What version of Eloquence?

2024-01-08 00:50:36

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@npub1h9g…fk3l @npub1pgp…w47n That's better than mine, 512/16.

2023-12-25 19:52:46

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@npub1u3f…nne2 @npub156q…tlfl Are places even open today? My mom's making turkey.

2023-12-11 01:32:17

Yum!
https://media.dragonscave.space/media_attachments/files/111/559/202/346/335/070/original/ab0b0d0df097fa5e.jpeg

2023-11-22 00:45:45

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@npub1gaj…78dz Oh wow. Well it's good, sweet kind of like cream cheese.

2023-11-22 00:42:34

Eating some goats' milk cheese with cranberries and cinnamon mixed in. This stuff sounds gross, but is good actually. LOL
https://media.dragonscave.space/media_attachments/files/111/451/422/874/284/969/original/8aa0350681c099c5.jpeg

2023-11-10 18:39:04

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@npub1h9g…fk3l The setting itself is called “Typing Feedback”.

2023-10-19 23:14:00

So I'm having a problem in one of my college courses, due to browser-based virtual simulations of real life situations that aren't accessible to my screen reader. The following is part of my professor's response to the email I sent and it's very encouraging isn't it?
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Regarding screen reader compatibility, this is one challenge that we have been facing in recent years. Due to the types of tools and technologies that are used, particularly in the security space, sometimes they are designed to not allow screen readers. In fact, screen readers are considered malware in many cases. You may have read about a type of tool/attack called screen scraping, for example.
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2023-08-25 23:55:57

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1j7q…zape It helped me once with a non-school-related bit of code.

2023-08-25 23:53:30

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1j7q…zape Ask it questions about your assignment if you really get stuck. No need to share your ChatGPT account with the uni, but it is pretty dishonest to rely on ChatGPT too much. But if you really can't figure something out after trying first, I guess GPT's help is fine a little.

2023-08-25 23:45:39

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1j7q…zape There's nothing stopping a student from registering a free account with an external email.

2023-08-25 23:40:48

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@npub1j7q…zape @npub1gaj…78dz Have it do your homework for you.

2023-08-25 19:35:39

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1ay9…tpgl Oh ok. I figured you had to be bilingual to teach ESL. I'm sure other languages aren't hard to learn though.

2023-08-25 19:27:03

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub1ay9…tpgl That's cool! I had no idea you could speak more than just English. I wanna learn Spanish but don't have a need for it really.

2023-08-21 14:11:45

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@npub1gaj…78dz TC doesn't load notifications properly upon restart. You can view the conversations to get them back.

2023-08-20 21:55:40

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@npub1gaj…78dz Nice! I can try that but was thinking of doing it on the stove, maybe just in a pan.

2023-08-20 21:16:16

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@npub1gaj…78dz I've got some of those in the freezer. Might make them later.

2023-08-20 16:03:39

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@npub1gaj…78dz What's wrong with coffee on Sunday?

2023-08-17 20:09:53

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@npub1gaj…78dz That's the way the song goes. I've heard the original.

2023-08-17 17:42:00

SpongeBob and his friends have turned into the Highway Men! https://youtube.com/watch?v=8RqFEvU7ogY&feature=share

2023-08-09 17:18:33

'It's apocalyptic': People jump into the ocean to flee Maui wildfires as patients overwhelm hospitals and 911 gets cut off - CNN https://apple.news/ASglK9cNFQpqOSPFtGP4A-g

2023-08-06 05:53:10

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@npub1gaj…78dz It's Windows. Known for falling over apparently.

2023-07-28 23:58:40

The CDC sees signs of a late summer COVID wave - NPR https://apple.news/AaIRBDhTkRfO9aXjzLaSicg

2023-07-19 17:11:39

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@npub15es…gyue Nice! I'm the lightest I've been in a while. I was 18 the last time I was this weight. I feel great and more energetic. Hope your medical stuff gets better.

2023-07-19 16:59:14

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@npub15es…gyue I'm getting old too. I'm 31. I still feel 20 or so though.

2023-07-01 16:46:50

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@npub1gaj…78dz @npub15ec…e2sq My phone has options to upgrade to iOS 16 and iOS 17 developer betas in the software update settings. I haven't tried it though and I don't pay for a developer account.

2023-06-30 14:27:52

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@npub1gaj…78dz accessibility@spotify.com

2023-06-26 14:27:51

If any of you want a copy of an older version of TWBlue which still works with Twitter for me and a couple others, you can go here. This version doesn't support Mastodon though. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9tl9o2xizh81tm12kqsce/TWBlue-2022.8.28-x64-portable.zip?dl=1&rlkey=cza5ct8wyiknt3nbx1b5k200d
This is a PC app which was developed for blind users, but sighted people may be able to use it too. For TWBlue's website, follow this link. https://twblue.es/

2023-06-25 02:57:21

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I'm curious how well the app works for sighted folks, so if you are and you try it let me know. Or if you find a bug contact them.

2023-06-25 02:41:16

Just a heads up, blind and even sighted Reddit users, the freeDystopia app will be on the iOS Appstore soon assuming no major bugs are discovered. That is an app which apparently will continue to work, an exemption for accessibility was granted since the app was developed for iOS screen reader users. I hope this works just as well for non-screen reader users. Here is a link with more info, you can also join the TestFlight maybe. https://www.reddit.com/r/DystopiaForReddit/comments/145e9sk/update_dystopia_will_continue_operating_for_free/

2023-06-16 13:08:59

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@npub1svs…p66u VoiceOver only reads content warnings in notifications, even when I have expand content warnings on. Shouldn't it read the original post in that case not the warning only?

2023-06-16 13:08:59

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@npub1svs…p66u VoiceOver only reads content warnings in notifications, even when I have expand content warnings on. Shouldn't it read the original post in that case not the warning only?

2023-03-30 17:49:03

On the first day, God created the dog and said, sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For this I will give you a life span of twenty years.
The dog said, "That's a long time to be barking. How about only ten years and I'll give you back the other ten?"
And God said that it was good.
On the second day, God created the monkey and said, "Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this, I'll give you a twenty-year life span."
The monkey said, "Monkey tricks for twenty years? That's a pretty long time to perform. How about I give you back ten like the dog did?"
And God again said that it was good.
On the third day, God created the cow and said, "You must go into the field with the farmer all day long and suffer under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer's family. For this, I will give you a life span of sixty years."
The cow said, "That's kind of a tough life you want me to live for sixty years. How about twenty and I'll give back the other forty?"
And God agreed it was good.
On the fourth day, God created humans and said, "Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this, I'll give you twenty years."
But the human said, "Only twenty years? Could you possibly give me my twenty, the forty the cow gave back, the ten the monkey gave back, and the ten the dog gave back; that makes eighty, okay?"
"Okay," said God, "You asked for it."
So that is why for our first twenty years, we eat, sleep, play and enjoy ourselves. For the next forty years, we slave in the sun to support our family. For the next ten years, we do monkey tricks to entertain the grandchildren. And for the last ten years, we sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.
Life has now been explained to you.
There is no need to thank me for this valuable information. I'm doing it as a public service. If you are looking for me I will be on the front porch…