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Problem with Merlin Bird ID

By GEL2020, 28 December, 2022

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I've been using the Merlin Bird ID app, especially the Sound ID function, for identifying bird calls. It was working beautifully with Voiceover. I recently updated to an iPhone 14 Pro with the latest version of iOS. I've reinstalled Merlin with the North America data pack. And now the app is not functioning well with VoiceOver and I can't seem to access the Sound ID function. The app history indicates a new release on Dec. 6. Has anyone else had experience with this new version of Merlin Bird ID and have you run into any problems with VoiceOver accessibility?

Thank you!

--Gordon

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Yesterday

By OldBear

11 months 1 week ago

I used it just yesterday on a new SE to identify a starling. It worked as usual with VO. In fact, it didn't seem to have the focus issue that it had on my other phone. I did the phone to phone transfer, and I didn't have to reinstall a pack, though.

I have to get back to you on that

By Dizno

11 months 1 week ago

I just opened Merlin Bird ID
And I upgraded my pack.
However I don’t have any birds right now making any sound so I can’t really test it against the bird.
But it seems to be functioning OK?
I will try to get back to you tomorrow when I hear some birds.

It works fine for me.

By Tarja

11 months ago

It works fine for me.

Thanks to those who have confirmed that Merlin is still working.

By GEL2020

11 months ago

After playing around a bit, I can sometimes get Merlin's Sound ID to work. But it seems as if I'm getting some weird interaction between Siri, VoiceOver and the Merlin controls. At least I'm making progress. Thanks again!

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