#Handy

2025-11-27

Ulm (ots) - Um 10.20 Uhr war der Mann mit seinem Ford in der Kapellenstraße unterwegs. Die Polizei Laupheim kontrollierte den Fahrer, da er während der Fahrt sein Handy bediente. Bei der Kontrolle händigte er einen türkischen Führerschein aus. ...

presseportal.de/blaulicht/pm/1

#FahrenohneFahrerlaubnis #Fahrerlaubnis #Ford #Führerschein #Geldbuße #Gesetz #Handy #Sicherheitskräfte #Transport #Verkehr

PingSIMpingsim
2025-11-26

Some reasons why you should prevent public and how you can stay safe on your . :owi:

pingsim.com/blog/wifi-risks-es

WDR (inoffiziell)wdr@squeet.me
2025-11-25
2025-11-23

Puh. Mann und ich benötigen jeweils ein neues #Handy. Nichts wildes. Nichts weiß Gott wie teures. Eines, für das es ein paar Jahre Updates gibt (gerne auch ein paar Jahre mehr). Nur was für eins? Was macht da Sinn?

2025-11-23

IF you look at YouTube there are plenty of people who will tell you what knots you need to know to survive in the wilderness. Ignore those guys. These are two knots you can easily learn and will come in handy in the car, the garden, and the kitchen, maybe even walking a dog. Learn these two simple knots and be confident that you can figure out how to tie things.

1, The bowline. This is a basic knot-- it's a loop that won't slip. This comes in handy again and again.

2. This is barely a knot. The "Trucker's Hitch" is a way to pull a line taut, such as when you lash a 7 foot fir tree to the roof of your car, or when you want to use the rope to crush your son's mattress and cram it into the back of your Toyota. This woman on YouTube explains how to use it as the ridgeline of a tarp shelter, but if you think about it for a second, you'll see how you could use it to lash something down. youtube.com/watch?v=FnlaQHIoCs8

I'm a fan of animatedknots.com/ but I believe their depiction of the trucker's hitch, while correct, fails to show the utility. Still, if you want to learn the bowline or many other knots, check it out.

#knots #handy

Debby ‬⁂📎🐧:disability_flag:debby@hear-me.social
2025-11-21

🗣️🎤📝 :linux: Speech to Text and Text to Speech on GNU/Linux :disability_flag: 📝🔊💻

Why This Matters to Me (and Maybe You Too)

If you’re anything like me—a Linux user who counts on voice typing and TTS because of visual impairment—you know that accessibility is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Speaking from experience as someone who depends on voice typing (and TTS) , the quest for a seamless, local, FLOSS speech-to-text (STT) setup on Linux can be frustrating.
Here’s how you can succeed with modern tools using Linux. FLOSS means freedom and privacy; working locally means real control.
Let’s dive in! I’ll tell you what I’ve learned and what I use—and hope you’ll share your favorite tools or tips!

System-Wide Voice Keyboard: Speak Directly in Any App

Want to speak and have your words typed wherever your cursor is—be it a terminal, browser, chat, or IDE? Here’s what actually works and how it feels day-to-day:

- Speak to AI (Offline, Whisper-based, global hotkeys)
This tool is my current go-to. It uses Whisper locally, lets you use global hotkeys (configurable) to type into any focused window, and doesn’t need internet. Runs smoothly on X11 and Wayland; just takes a bit of setup (AppImage available!).
GitHub Repo github.com/AshBuk/speak-to-ai) | Dev.to Post dev.to/ashbuk/i-built-an-offli)

- DIY: RealtimeSTT + PyAutoGUI
For the true tinkerers, RealtimeSTT plus a Python script lets you simulate keystrokes. You control every step, can lower latency with your tweaks, but you’ll need to be comfortable with scripting.
RealtimeSTT Guide github.com/KoljaB/RealtimeSTT#)

- Handy (Free/Libre, offline, Whisper-based, acts as a keyboard)
I’ve read lots of positive feedback on Handy—even though I haven’t tried it myself. The workflow is simple: press a hotkey, speak, and Handy pastes your text in the active app. It’s fully offline, works on X11 and Wayland, and gets strong accuracy thanks to Whisper.
Heads up: Handy lets you pick your own shortcut key, but it actually overrides the keyboard shortcut for start/stop recording. That means it can clash with other tools that depend on major shortcut combos—including Orca’s custom keybindings if you use a screen reader. If your workflow relies on certain shortcuts, this might need adjustment or careful planning before you commit.
GitHub Repo github.com/cjpais/Handy) | Demo handy.computer)

Real-Time Transcription in a Window (Copy/Paste Workflow)

If you’re okay with speaking into a dedicated app, then copying, these options offer great GUIs and power features:

- Speech Note by @mkiol mastodon.social/@mkiol
FLOSS, offline, multi-language GUI app—perfect for quick notes and batch transcription. Not a system-wide keyboard, but super easy to use and works on both desktops and Linux phones.
Flathub flathub.org/apps/net.mkiol.Spe | LinuxPhoneApps linuxphoneapps.org/apps/net.mk)

- WhisperLive (by Collabora)
Real-time transcription in a terminal or window—great for meetings, lectures, and captions. Manual copy/paste required to get the text to other apps.
GitHub Repo github.com/collabora/WhisperLi)

More Tools for Tinkerers

If you like building your own or want extra control, check out:
- Vosk: Lightweight, lots of language support. GitHub alphacephei.com/vosk/)
- Kaldi: Powerful, best for custom setups. Website kaldi-asr.org/)
- Simon: Voice control automation. Website simon-listens.org/)
- voice2json: Phrase-level and command recognition. GitHub github.com/synesthesiam/voice2)

Pro Tips

- Desktop Environment: X11 vs. Wayland affects how keyboard hooks and app focus actually operate.
- Ready-Made vs. DIY: If you want plug-and-play, try Speech Note or Handy first. Into automation or customization? RealtimeSTT is perfect.
- Follow the Community: @thorstenvoice offers tons of open-source voice tech insights.

Screen Reader Integration

Looking for robust screen reader support? Linux has you covered:

- Orca (GNOME/MATE): The most customizable GUI screen reader out there. The default voice (eSpeak) is robotic, but you can swap it for something better and fine-tune verbosity so it reads only what matters.
- Speakup: Console-based, ideal for terminal.
- Emacspeak: The solution for Emacs fans.

💡 Orca is part of my daily toolkit. It took time to get the settings just right (especially verbosity!) but it’s absolutely worth it. If you use a screen reader—what setup makes it bearable or even enjoyable for you?

Final Thoughts

If you’re starting from scratch, try Handy for direct typing (just watch those shortcuts if you use a screen reader!) or Speech Note for GUI-based transcription. Both are privacy-friendly, local, and accessible—ideal for everyday Linux use.

Is there a FLOSS gem missing here?
Sharing what works (and what doesn’t!) helps the entire community.

Resources:
Speech Note on Flathub flathub.org/apps/net.mkiol.Spe
Handy GitHub github.com/cjpais/Handy
Speak to AI Guide dev.to/ashbuk/i-built-an-offli
RealtimeSTT github.com/KoljaB/RealtimeSTT

#Linux #SpeechToText #FLOSS #Accessibility #VoiceKeyboard #ScreenReader #Whisper #Handy #SpeechNote #OpenSource #Community #voicetyping #LocalSTT #TTStools #SpeechRecognition #A11y #Linuxtools #Voicekeyboard #Whisper #Handy #speech-to-text #SpeechNote #review #ScreenReaders #ORCA #FOSS

Speech to Text and Text to Speech on GNU/Linux 
A diagram showing the flow of speech to text and back to speech on GNU/Linux, with microphone, text document, and Linux logo icons illustrating open-source voice tools flexibility. 

Quick Comparison Table:
 Which One Should You Try First?
| Use Case               | Best Tool               | Notes                                  |
--------------------------
| System-wide typing | Handy or Speak to AI     | Acts like a keyboard in any app.     |
| Real-time window   | Speech Note or WhisperLive | Copy/paste workflow.                  |
| DIY flexibility    | RealtimeSTT + PyAutoGUI | For those who love scripting.        |
2025-11-20

New version of my #handy #browser #extension #Anhilate was released in version 1.1 with new anhilation preset selection.

addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firef

#OpenSource #Firefox

2025-11-20

Hamburg (ots) - Nach derzeitigem Ermittlungsstand soll am 19.11.2025 gegen 09:14 Uhr ein Mann (Alter: 27 Jahre) in das Gleis 4 des Bahnhofs Harburg gestiegen sein, um sein verlorenes Handy aus dem Gleisbereich herauszuheben. Zum Begehungszeitpunkt ...

presseportal.de/blaulicht/pm/7

#Bahn #Bundespolizei #BundespolizeiHamburg #Gesetz #Gleis #Handy #Psychologie #Sicherheitskräfte #Transport

2025-11-19

📵 Die Kinder von Frederik und Johanna Braun wachsen ohne Smartphones auf. In der Schule ihrer Zwillinge gebe es bereits deutliche Probleme mit zu viel Bildschirmzeit. Deshalb setzen sich die beiden für strengere Regeln auch in Deutschland ein – denn viele andere Länder seien uns in dieser Frage weit voraus, erzählen sie in der NDR Talk Show.

📝 ndr.de/ndrtalkshow-352.html?at

#NDR #Handy #BildschirmfreieZeit

"China war schneller in der technischen Entwicklung, ist jetzt aber auch schneller in der Erkenntnis, was falsch gelaufen ist. Die Regeln dort: kein Handy mehr an Schulen, Social Media nur mit Alterskontrolle und echtem Namen. Es ist irre, wie wir in Deutschland diskutieren. Wir wissen alle, dass es nicht gut ist", sagt Frederik Braun. Die Kinder des „Miniatur Wunderland“-Gründers wachsen ohne Smartphones auf
Mulberry :blobhaj_blanket:mulberry@norden.social
2025-11-18

RE: mastodon.social/@iFixit/115571

Ich mache mir hier gedanken, ob ich mir wirklich ein neues #Handy kaufen soll oder der Umwelt zuliebe noch 1-2 Jahre mit meinem auskomme, während irgendwelche Deppen täglich einen Lithiumakku wegwerfen, als ob es das normalste der Welt währ...

Wenigstens werden ein paar dieser Akkus wiederverwendet, leider die Ausnahme, nicht die Regel.

#lithium #battery #batterie #vape #vape #vapen #sustainability #umwelt #umweltschutz #okologisch #okologie #envoirment #energy #recycling #recycle

Alexander Goeres 𒀯jabgoe2089@hub.netzgemeinde.eu
2025-11-18
well, this is good to see. jolla now plans to release a new community phone. designed after specs from an online questionnaire.

the xperia 10v version never seemed to be fully functional, and the battery in my xperia 10iii is slowly going down and can not be replaced, as far as i know. so a new community phone by jolla would come in handy during the next year.

#jolla #SailfishOS #smartphone #handy #noAndroid #deGoogle

#^Next gen Jolla Phone update - 11/25



Greetings,  This announcement starts an update sequence where we provide information on how the Next gen Jolla Phone planning progresses. As we’re doing this together with you and for you, Sailfish Community, we want to be transparent on the progress of realising this unique European project. This would be truly a Do-It-Together (DIT) Linux smartphone which would be defined together with you all! Maybe this is even the first truly community specified Linux smartphone in the world?  First of all,...
Alexander Goeres 𒀯jabgoe2089@hub.hubzilla.de
2025-11-18
well, this is good to see. jolla now plans to release a new community phone. designed after specs from an online questionnaire.

the xperia 10v version never seemed to be fully functional, and the battery in my xperia 10iii is slowly going down and can not be replaced, as far as i know. so a new community phone by jolla would come in handy during the next year.

#jolla #SailfishOS #smartphone #handy #noAndroid #deGoogle

#^Next gen Jolla Phone update - 11/25



Greetings,  This announcement starts an update sequence where we provide information on how the Next gen Jolla Phone planning progresses. As we’re doing this together with you and for you, Sailfish Community, we want to be transparent on the progress of realising this unique European project. This would be truly a Do-It-Together (DIT) Linux smartphone which would be defined together with you all! Maybe this is even the first truly community specified Linux smartphone in the world?  First of all,...
2025-11-17

#NFC-#Tag, #HomeAssistant und ein #Handy ergibt eine Schaltung für unsere Außenlampe. Ja, Spielerei 😀

fradie 💚☕🥁💻🤎🏳️‍🌈 ANTIFA "Terrorist" | Reich gegen Arm geht weiter..fradie.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy
2025-11-17

#Polizisten sollen heimlich Wohnungen betreten dürfen, um #Staatstrojaner auf dem #Handy oder dem #PC zu installieren. ohne Wissen der Betroffenen in Funkzellen angefallene Telekommunikationsverkehrsdaten abfragen dürfen. #TKÜ

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