Voicebook VO
Description of App
Voice Book VO is a Facebook application designed specifically for those who use the Apple iOS Voice Over accessibility features. Basic Facebook functionality is finally available for the blind, low-vision, dyslexic, or other print-disabled people.
Imagine being able to quickly and comfortably scan your news feed, post your status, comment on and like items. You can now keep up with your family and friends in the medium they are accustomed to without the frustration of a partially accessible app or having to resort to a PCs screen reader that is often confused by Facebook's site.
As a special bonus, you will receive the ability to post statuses, comments, and like items free for 30 days. After 30 days you will be prompted to pay a nominal fee for these features, but can continue to read your newsfeed even without paying.
With community support, we plan on expanding the features of Voice Book. See our support website (www.activeinfosys.com) for more details about future enhancements.
What's New in Version 1.02
Bug Fix
Version
Free or Paid
Compatibility
Device(s) App Was Tested On
Accessibility Comments
AppleVis Editorial Team note: Later versions of this app have addressed some of the bugs mentioned by the original poster. Please see the "comments" section for more information. Original comments below:
The original Facebook app has never been a real problem for me, but this is a much simpler interface. To get to your entries, you swipe up and down instead of left to right. To comment or post a status, double-tap on the item you're interested in and you'll see different controls like add comment, read comments (if there are any), and post status. When adding a comment, you are brought into an edit field with a save button, however instead of saying add a comment to this post or something similar, it says post your status and press the save button. So it's not as clear as it could be. Also, when it refreshes, it lands you much further down in your timeline when you should be. When I tried this app the first few times after adding a comment, it jumped me down about 5 hours previous to where I was. In a perfect world the app would remember exactly where you were and bring you right back to the point you were. Not sure if this is a bug or a feature. *grin*
Don't let my comments discourage you though, please give it a shot. I'd be interested in other comments.
VoiceOver Performance
Button Labeling
Usability
Other Comments
When I first installed this app, it took me a few tries to actually connect to facebook and grant access to the app, but eventually it did work. If the issue of refreshing and bringing you to the same point you were in your timeline could be fixed, I think this could be pretty good.
Comments
#1 This app sounds awesome!
This app sounds awesome! We may not be able to use all of Facebook, but judging by the description they will be expanding on this. We certainly look forward to these expansions!
#2 Looks Promissing
This app looks really good! I haven't figured out how to get out of the news feed (if there is a way to do that at all yet), but even being able to read the news feed in such a quick manner is awesome in and of itself.
#3 Go back gesture
On my iPhone4, the left to right swipe gesture to go back doesn't work with VO turned on. Works perfectly when VO is turned off with triple click though.
I've contacted the developers. Would be interested to know if anyone else is experiencing anything similar.
#4 Posting Statuses and Other Features
I figured out how to post a status...double-tap on a news feed item and flick past the like and comment options. Strange place to put it, but it works. Just thought others would like to know.
#5 Finally
This definitely could be something big for us blindees who love Facebook. Just a little beginners tip make sure you are on adjust value to scroll through your timeline, as my phone by default was on vertical scrolling, and it took me a few minutes of saying why doesn't anything ever work for me the first time to figure it out. Definitely a lot of room for growth and development, but thanks to the app developer, a great start here.
#6 Posting Statuses
Does anyone know how to post a status? When I'm on an adjust value (a news feed item), I can swipe up and down. But I'm not sure how to post a status?
#7 More Bugs--and How to Get Around Them
I found another bug: when in the menu after double-tapping on a news feed item, the "go to top" button actually takes focus to the bottom of the news feed. The solution: Select "go to bottom" and you are at the most recent post.
Even with all the little bugs this app has...I would still recommend people give it a try. It has so much potential...and the fact that someone has taken the time to develop a Facebook app for VO users is commendable.
#8 Re: posting status
Or you could double tap write something in the main window.
#9 How do I get to the main
How do I get to the main window from within the news feed of the Voicebook app?
#10 I don't get it...
I just got this app. If there's a main screen, it sure does a good job of hiding itself. Right now, all I see is what I'd see with the Focus app, except that I can't even jump to the top of the newsfeed because it's in an adjustable picker item. Maybe I'm missing something, but I don't see how this is any better than Focus, and the inability to jump to the top (to see the newest items) makes it even less useful. I'm happy that someone is taking the initiative to develop an app that works with vo to access facebook, but it seems to need a lot of work before it is ready.
#11 To get to the top of the news
To get to the top of the news feed, double tap on an item, and then flick right until you get to the "go to bottom" option. Select this.
#12 Even so...
Even so, I stand by what I said, I have to open an item just to get to the top of the list of items, and even then I have to select "go to bottom"? Sorry, but I don't see the advantage of this app over similar offerings. I know people will probably start saying "then don't use it", but I'm just trying to understand what I'm missing in this app that makes it so nice and promising in the eyes of others.
#13 why I think Voicebook VO has potential...
The reason I think this app has potential is it's got a farely straight-forward interface. I never tried Focus For Facebook so I can't speak to that, but I like this one. Also remember, this app is brand new, we're only at version 1.00. The developer seems very interested in making additions/corrections/enhansements to the app, so let's not be too hasty. There are plenty of facebook apps around, in fact as I said in my earlier comments I actually find the native Facebook app pretty easy to use. But sometimes, if i'm in a real hurry to get through my news feed, this one's a winner. If you find any bugs, please submit them to the developer. I plan to write to them about the refreshing issue, and if someone else notices it I'm hoping they can reproduce it.
#14 My First Impressions.
At the minute, Voice Book can only give you access to the news feed. I presume other features will become available in future versions but it's a good start.
I've encountered all the bugs mentioned above, also the app crashes when you view comments.
I will be contacting the developer shortly
#15 Other features
I'm guessing, that this app can not do checking in yet? Also, does it give any access to notifications, at all?
#16 How to get back to main page?
I clicked on the notification button, and now I seem to be stuck there. I see no way to return to the beginning page at all.
#17 No and yes
No for the check in and yes for the notifications.
#18 FaceBook
I don't have any issues using FaceBook in my iPhone 4S. the app works good to ad post, status update or even taking photos and videos.
#19 Unusable on iPhone 4S at this time
It seems as though the app may have been tested on certain iOS devices only. The "back" button is consistently absent on various screens, like "friends", "notifications" and others. Without "back" button in place, I don't see how this app can be useful.
I still find Flipboard suits my needs the best.
#20 What about scrub gesture?
Couldn't you use that in place of a back button?
#21 This app has potential
I like the concept of this app, however, I think it's still a little buggy to be of much use. I'll keep it, but I'm sticking to the regular facebook app until further updates come out.
#22 I find this app to be much
I find this app to be much easier to use than the iOS Facebook app. It was a bit sluggish at times, but a wonderful interface. Recommend the app, I typically do have not commented in a mesage thread, but found it easy to comment. Needs some work, but a great start!
#23 I just saw this and since its
I just saw this and since its free I decided to download it. I have three other facebook apps installed on my phone. I have the facebook app which I really don't like, but think I need to keep it so I can use it to sign into apps like jango Radio using it. If that's not true please let me know so I can delete it from my phone. I also use messenger which works well and my favorite out of the three has to be Focus!! It has some lemitations but works great for what it can do. I'm excited to try this app!!
#24 Scrub Gesture
Tried the scrub gesture. Doesn't get you out of the notification area. I think nothing short of an app kill will do so.
#25 Voice Book VO
I too am having problems connecting to facebook using this app.
#26 It looked like I was going to have issues logging in, too.
I told Facebook to allow the app or whatever, and it said that it couldn't connect to Facebook or whatever and that I should try again later or something like that. But it just seemed to work fine after a second. Weird. I'm not complaining, though.
I wish autorefresh could be turned off in the settings. And I think the settings button needs to be on the main screen. Also, maybe have the comment/like links next to the post--flick down for next post, flick right for comment/like links connected with the post. Maybe that's just me. I thought it would look neat, though. Maybe this is just me. Also, another peculiarity I noticed is that you aren't placed into the text field automatically after pressing the comment link. You have to double-tap on the field, and then the keyboard comes up, as usual, but I thought it was a little strange that you weren't already in the field with the keyboard up. Not a huge annoyance, I just thought it was odd.
#27 My thoughts so far
I cannot find a way to get to notifications. I suspect my issue is the lack of a back button on the newsfeed screen. I've also noticed that, like with Focus, not all my friends' status updates appear. Therefore, while the interface is potentially great, this is still really a beta app for me.. I will continue to use the main FB app for now, especially as you can set VO reading and just listen if you wish.
#28 Help with it
Hello. I've installed this app on my I-phone 4S. And I think it's off to a great start, as far as Voice Over accessibility. However, I've noticed the following glitches.
1. I can't post a comment on any status updates that my friends have posted. It just takes me to post a status update to my wall.
2. I can't find a way to write on their wall.
3. There's no way thatI can check my inbox for any private messages, or check notifications.
4. Last but not least, I don't see a way to check and see if I have any pokes from any of my friends.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can do these things with the Voice Book app? If so, could you please let me know ASAP?
Thank you.
Heather
#29 Major bug
As the subject line says, I have come a cross a serious bug.
I commented on a friend's status the other day and it appeared as a status on my wall. Furthermore, to try to reproduce this, I posted a test comment on one of my own to see what would happen. My comment was posted, but appeared on a completely random person's status. I don't know who's status it was posted to. Also it lookslike I don't even follow said person either. I assume that they have their statuses publick but there is noway of knowing.
#30 FAQ and Roadmap
Hi All!
I'm glad that many of you are enjoying the app! Please feel free to post feedback here or drop by the web-site at www.activeinfosys.com to submit feedback in the support section letting us know what features you'd like to see added.
Also, I wanted to let everyone know that we have posted a FAQ and roadmap of upcoming features at http://www.activeinfosys.com/apps.
Lastly, you can feel free to follow me on Twitter for updates on Voicebook VO. Just follow @BenVegiard at www.twitter.com/benvegiard.
Ben
#31 Thanks for the FAQ & roadmap...
Looking through the roadmap, I realised for the first time that VoiceBook VO is a paid for service (after 30 days). I wonder whether it might be worth removing the paywall until the app is more stable, and includes more features?
I realise that development is an investment. Asking people to pay for accessing an otherwise free service is always going to be a challenge though. Even more so whilst the available functionality is already possible through other free apps.
Perhaps a free beta test version would be a good idea? The app would be field tested, and could be updated to include more features before final release (and a paywall being put in place).
BTW. I did have the wrong app initially. That sorted the problem I reported above. Should have spotted that one myself!
#32 This App Has Potential
I've been using this app for a few days and I like what I can do with it. After looking at their website I see that they plan to add more features. I think this is great. Personally, I would not pay for this app though. There are so many free apps out there that allow me to accomplish the same things as this app. This app makes it easier, but I just don't see the point in paying for it when the things it currently does can be done for free in other apps. Maybe if they add more features I might change my mind, but even then I doubt it. Just my opinion though. I do like the app and will use it for as long as I can.
#33 It's cool
If you add tagging of photos and videos, a checkin function, an option to actually easily upload videos and photos, and a tag friends in status function, I'll pay for it. Until then, I'll deal with the half accessible facebook app for free.
#34 Very Promising App
I first learned of this app from the AppleVis feed on Twitter. After reading all comments associated with this entry, I decided to give the app a try. The first impression I had was that it was great to be able to simply read my Facebook newsfeed without feeling like it was taking me five times longer than it takes my sighted wife. I will also add that the response from the developer of the product on this forum pushed me toward trying out the app. The only serious issue I have had so far with the app is the fact that comments which I have posted on my friends' wall don't always go where they are supposed to. In fact, one out of three comments actually made it where I intended it to go. One comment went to the wrong person, and the third one is hanging around somewhere unknown to me. This is an issue that definitely needs to be fixed as soon as possible. The question of sorting one's news feed from newest to oldest or oldest to newest and then moving to the top or bottom of the list of feeds is a bit confusing also, in my opinion. I am not put off by the fact that one must swipe up and down to read posts rather than right to left. In fact, this sort of makes sense to me the longer I use the app. I will happily pay for this app and continue to support the developer in any way possible as long as the company continues to listen to its users and implement new features when they are ready for prime time. I can personally see this app someday being the go-to app for anyone wanting access to Facebook on their iOS device. I find the first version of this app to be a great start. Thanks for the hard work.
#35 It's good but needs more work
It's good but needs more work and i'd hoped to see it improve more quickly.
The good part: it's fast. I could never keep up with my newsfeed without this app. I do not find any of the other fb apps to be sufficiently accessible. I have tried and still make use of the regular fb app, FacelyHD, Focus, and Nessenger. Yes, you can read the text, but the amount of swiping one must use to move from one post to the next, is prohibitive. Focus is the best of the lot for reading a newsfeed, but it doesn't go back far enough, and some posts are completely silent, presumably photos, but it's annoying.
This app makes it possible to move quickly, just one stroke for each post, really the same as it is for a sighted user. And I find it keeps my place much better than focus.
The bad: some of the time you cannot follow links, you cannot view videos, reading comments is not as quick as reading posts is, and you cannot access photos at all. Even though many users of this product have limited or no ability to see photos, many of us do make use of photos, even if only to share with others. And certainly we can appreciate music and spoken word videos.
I'm ok with using one app to read posts and others to do more complex things like change settings or add events or message friends, things you cannot do from this app, and which different apps are perfectly adequate for. But I am not at all happy to read that someone has posted content I am interested in, and then to have to pull up another app and do a bed of messing around just to get to that same post in order to actually access the content.
That said, I use the app regularly, because it does something unique. So I do recommend getting it, just know that it doesn't provide full access. At least not yet.
#36 Version 1.01 Has Been Released
Version 1.01 of Voicebook VO has been released. Below are the changes listed in the app store:
"What's New in Version 1.01
This is mainly a maintenance release to address issues brought up from user feedback on version 1.00. Look for new features in the next update.
+ Setting to toggle auto-refresh on/off. Default is On
* Posts with more than 2 comments now correctly show all comments
* Changed all screens to use a "Cancel" button to support scrub gesture
* Add Comment screen no loner reads "Add Status"
* Added more detailed error reporting when communication with FB fails
* Move to Top/Move to Bottom now work consistently regardless of sort order
* Move to Top/Move to Bottom renamed to Move to Newest/Move to Oldest for clarity
+ User may now upgrade the app from the Actions menu even prior to the 30 day expiration
* Corrected formatting issue when displaying the price of the app upgrade
- Removed hint text on the edit box for the Post Status/Comment screen"
Users should also note that after 30 days, if one wishes to continue using this app to do anything other than read their news feeds, they will have to pay to upgrade the app: "As a special bonus, you will receive the ability to post statuses, comments, and like items free for 30 days. After 30 days you will be prompted to pay a nominal fee for these features, but can continue to read your newsfeed even without paying."
#37 Voicebook VS. Focus
Someone earlier was wondering why use this app over Focus? The answer to that question is that Voicebook provides a lot more items in the news feed. The biggest thing for me to get used to was handling the status items in an adjustable list. I will have to look more extensively at this app to see if I can find notifications and such.
#38 Scott, For now, it appears
Scott,
For now, it appears that the app just supports reading the news feed and posting/liking/commenting.
#39 Ok. Just to let you all know
Ok. Just to let you all know voice book vo has an issue, and a big one. You cannot comment or like a post until you buy the app. I says your 30 days try before you buy is up. Apple *does not* allow trials of any apps in the app store, iTunes or mac. This is against apples TOS as far as I'm aware. I took a screenshot of the message in case anyone wants it. This was a good app but it is now leaving my phone and the dev never responded to my query of why it refreshes constantly. those are the only 2 issues with the app. here is a screenshot of the image.
#40 VoiceBook VO Observations
I cannot confirm Mary's findings on the app not letting you like, comment or post until you buy it. Actually, if I could find a way to buy it, I would do it instantly. Except for the refreshing issues, I absolutely love the app. Thanks
#41 Gone?
I can't find the app in the US app store anymore. Is it just me, or is it gone?
#42 Interesting issues with voicebook
Hi all, wonder if any one else is having this issue? I actually bought or upgraded before this weeks update, however when I now after updating the ap go in it says I can't like or anything unless I buy or upgrade which I already did. has any one or is any one else having this issue? I've emailed the developer.
#43 I too saw the "upgrade"
I too saw the "upgrade" button there in the Voicebook settings, even though I already had upgraded. I clicked the button, entered my password, and then got a message saying I had already purchased the upgrade. Pressed okay and went back into Voicebook - problem fixed.
Richard, try disabling the auto refresh option. Made a world of difference for me. :)
#44 Voicebook Not in U.S. App Store
I can confirm that Voicebook VO appears to have been pulled from the U.S. app store. While I really do like this app, I was *not* a fan of the app appearing to be free and then, only after 30 days, it starts asking you to upgrade. Not ethical marketing, in my opinion.
#45 unethical, how?
I like this idea of trying before buying for 30 days. I wish other apps would do this. As for the ethos of this business practice, it says right in the description that you have it free for 30 days and then much purchase. See below.
"As a special bonus, you will receive the ability to post statuses, comments, and like items free for 30 days. After 30 days you will be prompted to pay a nominal fee for these features, but can continue to read your newsfeed even without paying."
#46 It didn't show that in the
It didn't show that in the description when the app was first launched. Now it does, but before it didn't...and I can see where some users (myself included) would be a little upset to find that an app they thought was free was not what it appeared. Given that the developer put that in his description later, that makes it better.
#47 It didn't show it
Hi I'm glad I'm not the only one that thought I didn't see that at the beginning, when I saw the deal to upgrade I was kinda like huh? Like you said, the advertisement said free then when I got it I had to upgrade in order to comment or anything. I don't mind that but I didn't like the fact that I wasn't informed up front.
#48 I totally agree. A popup
I totally agree. A popup notification telling you this when you first launch the app would have gone a long way.
#49 understood
I didn't know it wasn't in the description to begin with. yes, that's kind of sleezy not to tell you it's going to expire as a free app in 30 days. Cool concept of actually having the app for 30 days to try it though. Again though, if the developer was dishonest about the 30 day restriction in the beginning, that's not cool at all.
#50 Hopefully the dev will tell us
Hi. I, too, don't remember hearing about an upgrade option from the very beginning when I first submitted this app to the directory. I don't mind paying $0.99 for an app, but yes, it would've been nice to have been told from the very beginning. I know the developer has an account here so hopefully, they'll speak to this and, not only that, explain why it was pulled from the US app store. I guess we who got it before were sort of lucky! It's an awesome app, I like it very much!
#51 Toonehead totally agree
Hi, as the subject says I totally agree, this is a great app especially with the update, I love the fact that I can turn refreshing off sweet.
#52 2 things I'm noticing about the app
Hi all, so I went on voicebook again and I followed the instructions and it told me that I had already bought this upgrade. So I downloaded it again and no problem. however, a few hours later I went on again and tried to like something and again it gave me the whole upgrade thing and again I followed instructions, I'm wondering if you have to go through this every time? Secondly, I am noticing that voicebook isn't showing everything that the mobile site does. Todd saw someones post on the mobile site and when I went on voicebook I didn't see it so I went on the mobile site and saw it and others I'd missed. Any tips? thanks
#53 Version 1.0.2
VoiceBook VO is back in the US iTunes AppStore. Also, it is back with a new version of 1.0.2. It only contains new bugfixes.
It still appears that the first 30 days of installing this app you will get to try the full functionality of what to expect out of it without having the pay for the upgrade. After the 30 days time period you will have to decide to either pay for the upgrade to keep the functionality or go with the free version which has less functionality.
#54 Incredibly Frustrating
In Voicebook 1.02, the upgrade option is always there and never goes away, even when you click "yes" to upgrade. I went in to "like" a status, clicked the button, and the upgrade box came up every time, even after I pressed "yes". Furthermore, the "like" did not go through. This is incredibly frustrating...I really had high hopes for this app but it is pretty much unuseable now. If you have version 1.01, hold onto it.
#55 have you told the developer
have you told the developer about this issue? The app is still usable you just have to deal with this issue until it's fixed, you never know maybe it's just you having this issue I surely don't have this issue.
#56 Workaround Found
Yes, the same thing happened to me. You can work around this, at least for the next 30 days, by uninstalling and reinstalling the app.
Thanks
#57 blocking game and app stuff on news feeds
Hi, is there a way to block game apps and photos and such on the newsfeeds on voice book? thanks
#58 To An Extent
Hi Lelia,
You can go into the Voicebook settings and disable app posts, which helps a great deal. You can also choose whether you want link text read. As far as photos, though, I haven't seen that option yet.
#59 to an extent continued
Hi Michael, ok, so here is a silly question but I really don't know the answer, what is link text? I did turn off the apps and it works wonderfully
#60 Re: Link Text
Hi Lelia,
I wish I knew for sure. I'm not sure if it is the "summary text," if you will, that appears next to a link, or if it is the message the person posted along with the link.
#61 My point is, it is against
My point is, it is against apple's TOS to allow free trials of the apps and the dev is breaking said TOS. A lite version is exactable but not something that is for 30 days and then you have to buy it. I have reported this app to the apple team. We'll see. Other then that it is a good app. Now let's hope it less you watch and post videos from your phone. like the other apps do.
#62 I'm Not So Sure
Hi Mary,
Where in the TOS does it state this? Do you have a link?
Thanks,
Michael
#63 besides
I don't see why you're reporting this app. personally, what is wrong with this? It's not like the app stops functioning completely. You can still view you're news feed. Besides, Apple would have to approve the app purchase anyway. Waste of a report. There's nothing wrong with that and I think more devs should do it.
#64 I agree
I do agree that more devs should give trials this way you can buy an app or not. there have been many a time I will not buy the app if I can't or don't know much about, I listen tow hat others say first then take a chance. More times than not I'm happy with that. As for reporting this, don't you think apple goes through everything in the app before they approve it? jmo
#65 Pointless
Just baffled what exactly is the problem?
As it states in the description that the full functionality is free for the first 30 days. After that you can't submit a comment or like an item. So at this point it becomes a Lite version.
If you don't like it then delete it.
If you like it enough to keep it and want the extra functionality then buy it.
Most of all you are not forced to upgrade if you wish to continue with the Lite version. Now if this demands me to upgrade and gives me nothing then I say that is a violation.
So really I don't see the problemm with this method at all. Honestly, I wish more apps would do this so I could least try it out to see if I like it enough to buy it. Most of all to see if it is accessible before I waste my money and have to go through the hassle of getting my money back.
If this is the first time you have seen this so-called trail basis then I can see why you might be surprised. However, this isn't the first nor the last I've seen it. I've seen this applied in quite a few apps myself.
This is not new.
Let's take Spotify as an example. Spotify is fully functional app to use for the first 48 hours of use. After, that you are prompt to either upgrade or stick with the now scale down Lite version.
So may I suggest something instead? Instead of fighting it why not talk with the developer themselves and maybe they will come up with a compromise?
Perhaps, mention an in-app purchase for those functionality for being able to Reply or Like a status? However, I'm not sure why this is any different than the time trial?
So again. I'm just confused why people think they have to storm off to Apple when we just need to talk with each other instead? I'm sure the developer would rather do that for them than rather see their app being pulled from the AppStore. I would feel bad for all of those that lost out on their money when they do like this app and bought it.
Just a thought.
#66 Isn't Flipboard pretty much the same thing
Like many of you I was very excited when Voicebook VO hit the app store. I wasn't aware of the charge for it, but hey, the developer has got to eat to, so I understand, and do appreciate the dev letting us test it out before buying it. Many have reported problems replying to comments, which is one of the main reasons to use Facebook. With the current limitations on this app, I am curious to know doesn't this app just do the same thing that you can currently do with Flipboard? I have my FB account linked to my Flipboard, and thanks to all the great accessibility improvements to Flipboard, I can scroll through my Facebook time line like items and leave comments. Was just wondering if I might be missing something that Voicebook VO can do. I do look forward to future versions of Voicebook VO, but for now I think flipboard might be the better way to go until the bugs can get worked out.
#67 Definitely still a work in progress
This is a handy app for going through the news feed and some of the more vexing bugs have been addressed, but there's yet work to be done. I decided to go ahead and pay for the app, but was not able to. whether I selected the option directly to purchase or responded to the prompt when trying to comment, nothing happened. I thought I remembered reading here that someone else had the problem and fixed it by removing and reinstalling the app, but that makes the option to purchase go away. It appears I have another 30 days, which is good for me but not good for the developer.
Bugs remain. You can still lose your place when the app refreshes. After trying to make the purchase, I thought maybe it happened in the background and I could just go on commenting, but something very odd happened. I was presented with the comment and a keyboard for entering text, but no text box. I thought maybe I should just type anyway, and it inserted my text into the existing comment. I don't recall now if there was a post button, not that I would have had the confidence to use it with the comment looking like that.
The app needs to be able to link to more posted content. I would personally prefer that the options for interacting with the post be in a second scroller on the main page than behind a double-tap. If not all of the options, at least the ones that don't relate directly to the post being displayed. Putting options to post status and edit settings behind individual posts doesn't make sense.
In summary, i like where the app is going and I would have gladly shelled out the $2 to promote its development if I could have gotten the feature to work, but most of the time I will keep using the regular Facebook app. For all of it's quirks I like having all of the features available and I have found that if you navigate by headings getting through the feed isn't too bad.
#68 Upgrade to paid
Doesn't allow me to no matter how many times I tap on yes...
#69 A Temporary Fix
Hi Leandra,
The best fix I've come across so far is to just uninstall and reinstall the app.
Regards,
Michael
#70 which is exactly what I did
which is exactly what I did last time, but I want to try and upgrade, so I wonder if voice over ironically is missing something when you try and purchase the app via the in app purchase. . I wonder if the dev knows about this. or maybe they could have you actually buy the app for the 2 dollars from the iTunes store itself kind of like what the list recorder app does.
#71 Version 1.0.3
What's New in Version 1.03
+ Added ability to follow links to view Photos and Videos
+ Added additional wording on New User alert dialog stating the application would require an upgrade after 30 days for premium options
* Corrected issue causing some users to not be able to complete and upgrade purchase
#72 Is this app still being updated?
Hi, I was wondering is this app still being developed/updated because the last update was in September of last year and there hasn't been any since. The reason I ask is because I have a few suggestions in the way this app reads ones news feed. Thank you and I look forward to an answer.
#73 WoiceBook lives again
I don't use this app myself, but I've just read elsewhere that it has now started working again.
Apparently there was a problem with the connection between the app and Facebook which had been preventing the app from working for quite some time. This has now been resolved. Updates and new features are also rumoured to be on the way.
So, if you had tucked this app away and forgotten it, it might be time to dust it off and give it another chance.
#74 I don't recall a problem
I don't recall a problem Minwe has worked since I started usign it again in march. It errored out but it still got my feeds properly. I hoep they make it ophone 5 compatible. The interface is a bit shrunkin lol!
#75 only up to 25 comments
The only issue I have with it really, is it doesn't display more than 25 comments, so if a status has more than the 25 comments, no matter what, that's all you'll see.
Wether it's the first 25 or the last 25 comments I don't know.
I just know it's frustrating not being able to pull up more comments.
#76 voice book
Hi, I still can't use voice book, it gives me a connection to facebook error. I really do miss voice book.
#77 Hi. I've had the same error
Hi. I've had the same error connection problem last week and some how it's sorted itself out. I did delete the app despite purchasing it and it's not worth commenting on peoples statuses with this app as it takes for ever to update. However I'm quite happy for the developer to have my money as I still use the app for browsing news feeds.
#78 I'm still having the same
I'm still having the same error except the error is slightly different. It looks like facebook are doing something to their api as it says voice book cannot make contact with facebook at this time please check your network settings or
then facebook says the SSL key is invalid and that voice book does not match the proper bundle. then an ok button. after that no more checking for facebook updates as it just says refreshing data. For those that can see the screenshot here it is. something.
