Useful MAC Apps and Hardware [Ongoing Updates]
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I have just organised a useful numeric keypad for my MacBook Pro using my iPhone. Anyone using a MacBook will miss the convenient num keys (in block) that is on larger keyboards.
In order to set the system up you will need two apps,Connector which resides on your Mac, free at http://mediaware.sk/ware/?page_id=913
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NumPad Remote - Wireless numeric pad from the App Store at a cost of $2.99
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/numpad-remote-wireless-numeric/id481177408?l=sk%26amp;ls=1%26amp;mt=8In a way I find it better than having a numeric block on the MBP keyboard as I can place the iPhone with MumPad on the upper lefthand side of the keyboard. This works better than having the num block on the righthand side.
Let me know what you think?
Mike
PS: Just noticed that 'Settings' allow,
Special Key as Esc, Back, Dial or Tab
Delimiter can be Numeric, Period or Comma
Keypad layout can be Calculator or Dial Pad (handy for dialing)
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The MacHeist Nano Bundle 5 is out, $610 worth of Top Mac Apps for $19.99
The list of apps is as follows,
Cinemagraph Pro
WebCode
Periscope Pro
Vitamin-R
Silo
MediaCentral
Second Shadow
Intaglio (Available when target is hit)
and a ??? app.Details can be checked out here, http://cts.vresp.com/c/?MacHeist/f69de2f2c8/bf1e24e174/5eefcb3c0b
Mike
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Status Duck!
*- Earn precious time and screen space by using StatusDuck
- Easily manage your applications without using keyboard shortcuts
- Pin your favorite applications and folders to the Menu Bar
- No installation necessary
- Very low CPU and memory footprint
- Fully compatible with Bartender, WMWare Fusion with Unity*
I'm using it and find it save a lot of time. Check it out, here,
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I am finding StatusDuck really useful
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What is the advantage over using the dock?
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Less mouse moves
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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!
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-oVL0Mike
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Moi3D 3.0 Infinite Trial without save!
But with this little Script "one line" you can have a "Copy screen" at any size!
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!
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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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Have you considered DropBox?
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@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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This one seems very cool for MAC! (Free beta) after maybe 50 bucks!
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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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The TarDisk is a possible way of upgrading a MacBook!
TarDisk 256GB | MacBook Storage Expansion 64GB, 128GB & 256GB Modules
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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
I'm attaching the iPad with a SideCar, http://www.venostech.com/products/sidecar
Mike
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I definitely won't mention AstroPad on the general forums as I'm sure it would drive PC users to tears
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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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?
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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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