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    Mike Lucey
    last edited by 6 Aug 2014, 17:55

    Less mouse moves πŸ‘ Try the demo version and let me know what you think?

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      Mike Lucey
      last edited by 23 Sept 2014, 23:22

      I think I may have mentioned BumpTop some years ago. Its a virtual desktop that you can have untidy and sloppy and then click a button to magically tidy it up! It was launched then bought by Google and shelved. I put my copy away in a safe place and have been using it since, its fun!

      BumpTop.jpg

      I now see that both the Mac and Win versions are available for free, here, http://code.google.com/p/bumptop/downloads/list

      The is the original site, http://www.bumptop.com/

      A YouTube demo, here, BumpTop 1.0 - 3D Desktop Zen
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage%26amp;v=eqcmPJ-oVL0

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        pilou
        last edited by 1 Oct 2014, 08:18

        Moi3D 3.0 Infinite Trial without save! 😎

        But with this little Script "one line" you can have a "Copy screen" at any size! β˜€
        By Michael Gibson creator of Moi3D
        You can of course modify any thing you want following you graphic card size!

        script: /* Print Screen on the Clipboard */ var prev_background = moi.view.viewportBackgroundColor; moi.view.viewportBackgroundColor = 0x000000; moi.view.lineWidth = 4; moi.grid.display = false; moi.grid.showXYAxes = false; moi.ui.getActiveViewport().renderToClipboard( 2560, 2560 ); moi.view.lineWidth = 1; moi.grid.display = true; moi.grid.showXYAxes = true; moi.view.viewportBackgroundColor = prev_background;
        

        A very old test of that! πŸ˜„

        http://s6.postimg.org/9vttcxavl/test.jpg

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        Is beautiful that please without concept!
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          pilou
          last edited by 2 Oct 2014, 11:42

          News of the V3.0 Moi3D πŸ˜‰

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          Is beautiful that please without concept!
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            kaas
            last edited by 26 Nov 2014, 08:08

            Any tips on a good file & folder backup application? For Windows I'm testing PureSync but I prefer a multi-OS application because I intend to use both Windows & Mac.

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              Mike Lucey
              last edited by 26 Nov 2014, 12:37

              Have you considered DropBox?

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                kaas
                last edited by 26 Nov 2014, 13:02

                @mike lucey said:

                Have you considered DropBox?

                My first idea was to look for an application that I could use both on Mac and Windows to sync with my Synology nas. That one automatically gets synced with a friends nas every night. I rather keep my data only on those two.

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                  Mike Lucey
                  last edited by 8 Dec 2014, 15:09

                  Gmail for Mac: Finally, Gmail is a true desktop email client

                  Gmail for Mac.jpg

                  Just a moment...

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                  (www.kickstarter.com)

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                    pilou
                    last edited by 9 Feb 2015, 18:48

                    This one seems very cool for MAC! (Free beta) after maybe 50 bucks! β˜€

                    Frenchy Pilou
                    Is beautiful that please without concept!
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                      Mike Lucey
                      last edited by 9 Feb 2015, 21:11

                      I have been trying to get to grips with Affinity Designer for a few days and noticed an email from Affinity advising about the Beta Affinity Photo. I didn't open it but will now d/l the beta after seeing that video ...... cooooooool!

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                        Mike Lucey
                        last edited by 10 Feb 2015, 00:31

                        The TarDisk is a possible way of upgrading a MacBook!

                        TarDisk 256GB | MacBook Storage Expansion 64GB, 128GB & 256GB Modules

                        TarDisk.jpg
                        https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/968674372/tardisk-256gb-macbook-storage-expansion-module?ref=kickspy

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                          Mike Lucey
                          last edited by 11 Feb 2015, 12:01

                          Hi All,

                          I like using my iPad as a second monitor with my BBP. I have tried out many apps that use WiFi but I hate the cursor lag they all display. I am waiting patiently for a couple of Packed Pixels but in the meantime keeping an eye out for a lag free solution.

                          Yesterday I came across Duet Display http://www.duetdisplay.com/ and must say I am impressed with the app. It was developed by two ex-apple engineers and they have eliminated the lag problem by using a direct USB connection rather than WiFi. I think the app is well worth the $15 when there is no lag.

                          Here is a positive review on Duet Display
                          http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/12/24/review-duet-display-makes-apples-ipad-even-more-useful-for-mac-users

                          SideCar.jpeg

                          I'm attaching the iPad with a SideCar, http://www.venostech.com/products/sidecar

                          Mike

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                            Mike Lucey
                            last edited by 19 Feb 2015, 14:56

                            I definitely won't mention AstroPad on the general forums as I'm sure it would drive PC users to tears πŸ˜†

                            AstroPad.png

                            Like Duet mentioned in my last post on this thread, AstroPad is an app developed by two ex-Apple engineers, Matt Ronge and Giovanni Donelli, that practically turns an iPad into a Wacom Cintiq for just $49.99! Check it out here, http://astropad.com/

                            I have just downloaded the app and will start playing with it this evening. I am looking forward to seeing how things work out using my MacBookPro, iPad and 3DC SpaceMouse ...... should be fun!

                            Here is a link to a good article that goes into more detail, http://www.imore.com/astropad-brings-cintiq-experience-your-ipad

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                              pbacot
                              last edited by 19 Feb 2015, 16:59

                              Looks interesting Mike. Looking forward to a review. I am thinking of taking up my intous tablet as I have some shoulder pain I think may be from too much mousing. Seems you need a pressure sensitive pen to fully use this app?

                              MacOSX MojaveSketchUp Pro v19 Twilight v2 Thea v3 PowerCADD

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                                Mike Lucey
                                last edited by 19 Feb 2015, 23:25

                                All three work together, the MBP, SpaceMouse and iPad running AstroPad. I am using a LynkTec TruGlide stylus that works quite well both it was not configured as AstroPad only yet support Wacom, Adonit and Hexe Jaja styluses (or is it styli)

                                While orbiting there was some fuzziness which was a bit annoying but it settled quickly. I will see if this can be fixed through tuning.

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                                  driven
                                  last edited by 16 Oct 2015, 20:32

                                  QuickLook generator plugin for 3D model mesh file formats (.off, .obj, .mesh, .wrl)
                                  but also works on some stl's...
                                  [anchor=Mesh.qlgenerator goto=http://alecjacobson.com/weblog/media/Mesh.qlgenerator.zip:heznkn68]Mesh.qlgenerator[/anchor:heznkn68]6 views...

                                  learn from the mistakes of others, you may not live long enough to make them all yourself...

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                                    Mike Lucey
                                    last edited by 14 Mar 2016, 11:45

                                    I've just backed the 'TILT Retina: Ultimate Cooling for the MacBook Pro Retina by madMINDS'

                                    Just a moment...

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                                    It will serve four purposes for me, better cooling, more comfortable lap working, addition USB ports (4) and a slot for a backup hard drive, all on the go!

                                    BTW, it looks cool with that sexy aluminium finish!


                                    Tilt.jpg

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                                      dale
                                      last edited by 14 Mar 2016, 12:42

                                      Just going over some of your latest posts Mike. Some really great gear. Thanks, keep em coming. πŸ‘

                                      Just monkeying around....like Monsanto

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                                        Mike Lucey
                                        last edited by 17 Mar 2016, 16:07

                                        Thanks Dale. When I see something that is well designed like the TILT I think its worth spreading the word.

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                                          Mike Lucey
                                          last edited by 13 Sept 2016, 23:35

                                          Here is a app thats helping me keep things organised, http://www.sanedeskapp.com

                                          SaneDesk .jpg

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