Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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I just installed a new modem from Comcast with the built in wireless router. I got it installed and than figured out that the wireless code was on the back. There was not a lot of light where I had it installed so I used my iphone flashlight app to try and read the passcode. I think the print was in 2 pt font. Even with glasses and light I couldn't read those pesky small letters and numbers. Didn't have the best angle, but years ago it would have not been a problem.
Having the iphone still in my hand, the light bulb (in my head) finally went on. I took a picture of it, and than just expanded the picture and could read it fine. Can't wait for that next medicine bottle where the fine print is designed to be never read. Or some dim restaurant where I can't read the menu. Or somewhere I need glasses but left them home. Just snap a picture and expand the print. Problem solved.
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Genius idea!
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Now why didn't you think of that two months ago when I was going nuts trying to read the numbers? (Good ole Swiss Army knife magnifying glass saved me but your way much easier.) thanks!!
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That is a default number. Best to change it to something easier to remember.
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Great idea! I never thought of that! Thanks.
I've used the phone camera to take a picture of something I iwanted at a store. It was an item I hadn't bought before and i wanted to remember what the package looked like. I've also took pictures of book covers, business cards and contact information for later use. On trips, I take pictures of signage. I take a picture of the sign and then the pictures I really want to take. These pictures are usually taken with a camera but it would also work with the phone.
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Britton and Adrian, Michigan Alexandria and Falls Church, Virginia Back to Adrian and someday, our home in The Village of Charlotte Last edited by Sable99; 07-25-2014 at 07:17 AM. |
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I can tell from reading your posts over the years that you are one smart guy, but this is, as another poster said - Genius!! You have certainly solved a lot of my problems with this idea. Thanks, l2ridehd!!
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I always take a I-phone pic of the back of the TV, box etc, so I can remember where all the wire go when I put them back..
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I never stop agreeing with you or admiring you. You are one of the most sensible people I have ever met.
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Another great use for your phone. If you ever need a mirror and don't have one, just turn on the camera and use the back facing lens to see yourself on the screen. Kinda like taking a "selfie", but just don't take the picture. It is unless you want to.
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Love that idea - why didn't I think of that???
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Thats how one of my friend's checks her makeup!
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Britton and Adrian, Michigan Alexandria and Falls Church, Virginia Back to Adrian and someday, our home in The Village of Charlotte |
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There is also an app to help you find your car, when you are in unfamiliar territory. When you park, you just mark your location with the app and then when you go to find your car, the app will lead you righ to it.
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This is how my students take notes on many occasions. (I know many will object to this, but it is the reality of today)
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They also have magnifying apps that work very well.
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That's why I try to quote any post that I am responding to.
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