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Law and Order: Dead on the Money 1.0.1 Game Released
Synchronize! Pro X 3.3 Makes Bootable System Backups & Syncs Files
Microspot X-RIP 100 v.1.6 released
Elite 8.0 Flight Simulator Designed For Accurate IFR Simulations
EarthDesk + Time Palette[/url]
Apple Releases NVIDIA Driver Update 3.0 v1.1Â Â
Turbo Squid launches Turbo Squid Studios
Calypso's Patent Could Have an Immediate Impact on the Way OEMs Do Business[/url]
Law and Order: Dead on the Money 1.0.1 Game Released
Law & Order: Dead on the Money is an exciting 3D game based on an original, complex murder case created exclusively by a Law & Order television writer. You'll step into the dramatic world of criminal investigation when you're called to a crime scene in Manhattan's Central Park. You and your partner, Detective Lennie Briscoe (actual voice of Jerry Orbach), will work to uncover the identity of the victim, gather evidence, track down witnesses, and identify viable suspects. Once you've got enough evidence to make an arrest, your supervisor, Lieutenant Anita Van Buren (actual voice of S. Epatha Merkerson), will sign off on your warrant. Once you've got the killer in custody, the focus shifts to criminal courts. You'll work with Assistant District Attorney, Serena Southerlyn (actual voice of Elisabeth Röhm), to build a compelling case that will convince the jury to return a guilty verdict and convict the defendant.
Features:
• You and your partner, Detective Lennie Briscoe, arrive at the crime scene. Scour the entire area for clues and collect all the relevant evidence.
• Use the map of Manhattan to get around town. Throughout your investigation, additional locations will appear on the map as you develop new leads.
• You’ll encounter many witnesses during our investigation. Pull out your notepad and fire away with your questions. Ask the right questions; get closer to the truth. Ask too many wrong questions, and it’s back to square one.
• Evidence and witness testimony you collect will appear in your Case File. Use the forms to order a lab test, surveillance, background checks or a psychiatric evaluation. You can also request search warrants and arrest warrants.
• When the results are in, you’ll want to talk with the lab tech to get the low-down on the reports. You’ll need to take advantage of all your support staff to crack this case.
• Submit your arrest warrant and back it up with supporting evidence before you’re thrown off the case. If Lt. Van Buren agrees, you and Briscoe will pay the perp a visit and snap on the cuffs.
New in this version:
This update fixes stability issues with Law and Order under Java 1.4.2.. IMPORTANT: This update requires Mac OS X 10.3 or later, Java 1.4.2, and Java3D. If you are not running OS X 10.3 or later, do not install this update.
System requirements:
Mac OS X 10.3 or higher
Law and Order sells for $39.99
For more information, visit:
http://www.aspyr.com/noframes.php/games.php/mac/lno/
Synchronize! Pro X 3.3 Makes Bootable System Backups & Syncs Files
Synchronize! Pro X is specifically engineered for OS X, taking advantage of the modern properties of the new operating system, such as pre-emptive multitasking, and supporting the full capabilities of the file system, including 255-character Unicode file names and OS X file permissions. Files are copied at the maximum speed possible, using pre-emptive multitasking to full advantage. It makes bootable backups of OS X system disks, without logging in as 'root'. Old files can be archived rather than deleted.
New in this version:
• Added "Multiple Items" option. This allows multiple folders and files to be specifically synced or backed up, and will eventually replace "Resolve aliases".
• Added "PC Compatibility" option. This prevents resource forks from being copied to a PC-formatted disk.
• Speeded up the folder scan.
• Fixed a problem checking "ignore permissions" for a setup type is "Backup".
• Fixed a problem which prevented empty folders from being deleted after a move.
• Fixed a problem that could cause a crash when connecting to a remote server using "Browse", instead of "Connect To Server".
• Fixed a problem which prevented empty folders from being deleted after a move.
System requirements:
Mac OS X 10.2.3 or higher
Synchronize! Pro X sells for $99.95
For more information, visit:
http://www.qdea.com/pages/downloads1.html
Microspot X-RIP 100 v.1.6 released
Microspot Ltd, developers of graphics software and large format printer drivers, announce the latest addition to the acclaimed X-RIP family of OS X native large-format printer drivers, X-RIP 100, v 1.6.
X-RIP 100 is a professional large-format driver that utilises the latest OS X technologies to provide superb quality output on the HP DesignJet 100, 110 and 120 printers. In this version of X-RIP 100, Microspot have added support for virtual printing (print to file) as well as via TCP/IP (over a network) as other options to the standard USB direct connection. X-RIP 100 requires only one license per printer, which makes it possible for everyone to install it locally when using a network printer. X-RIP 100 is easy to configure and through the wide range of custom print settings, allows users to modify print jobs according to individual documents.
Ideal for architects and engineers, X-RIP 100 not only delivers exceptional quality CAD output, it also provides fine quality photographic images making it an affordable, non-PostScript alternative for large format printing. To see the quality results that are possible with X-RIP 100, visit http://www.microspot.co.uk to download a free demo version.
Minimum requirements:
Mac OS X 10.2.4
G3 (G4 Recommended)
256MB RAM (512MB Recommended)
Supported connection methods:
TCP/IP (JetDirect/AppSocket)
USB
USB-to-Parallel Converter (IEEE-1284)
Virtual Printer
Unidirectional-USB
Supported printers:
Hewlett Packard:
DesignJet 100 24-inch
DesignJet 110 24-inch
DesignJet 120 24-inch
Microspot X-RIP 100 is available for £99 / Euro €145 / $159 excluding VAT / tax.
For more information, visit:
http://www.microspot.co.uk/products/xrip100.htm
Elite 8.0 Flight Simulator Designed For Accurate IFR Simulations
ELITE's precise aerodynamic flight modeling assures that each aircraft's flight characteristics are predictable and expected. You shouldn't have to divert your attention by reacting to unexpected flight characteristics when you have other tasks to focus on. That is why ELITE has painstakingly made every effort to create the most accurate flight models available. ELITE combines aircraft known "book" data with data collected from actual aircraft flight tests to form the foundation of each flight model. The lengthy design process yields an acceptable flight model algorithm (the software instructions that define how the aircraft flies) only after numerous cycles of testing, refinement, and re-testing. After all, the aircraft should fly like an aircraft. You'll find no surprises here.
New in this version:
• New Aircraft modules
• Redesigned Map
System requirements:
• Mac OS 8 - 9.x
• PPC 604e 160Mhz or faster
For more information, visit:
http://www.flyelite.ch/download/download.html
EarthDesk + Time Palette
EarthDesk replaces your generic desktop picture with a beautifully rendered image of the Earth, continuously updating in the background while you work.
EarthDesk features:
• Accurate twilight and moonlight shading.
• Cities are shown illuminated at night
• Complete multi-display support.
• Eleven map projections including a 3D globe.
• Photo-realistic satellite and political views.
• Precise control of map update frequency.
• Automatically updates when waking from sleep.
Time Palette keeps you informed with accurate global time, geographic, astronomical and weather data, while rendering real-time maps of the world with correct sun and moon illumination.
Time Palette features
• Schedules timing of overseas calls.
• Real-time global weather reports.
• Extensive sun and moon almanac.
• Graphs daily sunlight conditions.
• 12 alarms with local time displays.
• Global flight distance calculator.
• Full Daylight Saving Time support.
• Extensive database of 10,000 cities.
• Real-time maps in exquisite detail.
With OS X, you can configure your System Preferences (Screen Effects) to display EarthDesk's maps, giving you both a dynamic desktop and a beautiful screen saver.
Improvements have been made to the map views and the product now provides better support for multiple displays under OS X.
EarthDesk + Time Palette - $44.95
For more information, visit:
http://www.timepalette.com/
Apple Releases NVIDIA Driver Update 3.0 v1.1Â Â
The NVIDIA Driver update fixes compatibility of the NVIDIA GeForce4 MX graphics card and incorporates fixes from NVIDIA driver update 2.6 that improved stability and compatibility of NVIDIA cards in the PowerMac G4 when used in combination with the Matrox RTMac Card.
System requirements:
Power Mac G4 with built-in NVIDIA graphics card, Mac OS 9.2.2 or later.
Download NVIDIA driver 3.0 v1.1 (2.7 MB)
Turbo Squid launches Turbo Squid Studios
Turbo Squid, home of the world's largest collection of royalty-free 3D assets and worldwide publisher for the Discreet Certified 3ds max Plug-in Program, today announced the formation of a new business unit, branded as Turbo Squid Studios.
Turbo Squid Studios will exist to promote and expand the library of 3D content currently available at http://www.turbosquid.com through new ventures. Industry leader Brian Gaffney will head the new division.
"Turbo Squid has the largest library of high quality 3D assets from over 6700 artists around the world," noted Gaffney. "The goal of Turbo Squid Studios will be to explore new and untapped markets as a way to provide additional income for these artists. As 3D display technology becomes more pervasive, the demand for high quality assets will continue to grow. Turbo Squid Studios will work with our artist partners to provide the products these new markets require."
After beginning his career in the laser optics industry specializing in 3D holography, Gaffney spent seven years at Discreet, a Division of Autodesk. As the Senior Director of Worldwide Business Development, Brian was responsible for forging successful partnerships with companies such as da Vinci, Inc; Sony Broadcast Corp; and Microsoft. As the Director of Sales for the Americas, Gaffney was instrumental in bringing the Academy Award winning visual effects product, "Inferno"? to market.
Gaffney was credited as an advisor of visual effects for the Oscar winning documentary, "The Last Days", produced by the Shoah Foundation and Steven Spielberg in 1999. By mid 2001, Brian joined a commercial post production and 3D content company and produced theatrical spots for Activision"s "Spiderman - The Game"? and co-produced the animation of over 140 interstitials for Electronic Arts" Lord of the Rings " "The Two Towers". Brian's most recent role was V.P. of Sales and Marketing for MTI Film LLC, the leading provider of restoration software for Film, Television and the creation of HD DVD masters.
"Brian is the ideal leader to run Turbo Squid Studios," said Andy Wisdom, President of Turbo Squid, Inc. "Brian has a unique understanding of the markets we serve and a clear vision of the future possibilities for 3D content. We are excited to have him on board."
For more information, visit:
http://www.turbosquid.com
Calypso's Patent Could Have an Immediate Impact on the Way OEMs Do Business
Calypso Wireless, Inc. has announced that it is in the process of contacting all major OEMs in the wireless industry to notify them of the patent that could have a significant and immediate impact on the development of the industry, as well as major implications on the way OEM's such as Nokia , Ericsson and Motorola do business. Last week, Calypso Wireless announced it had been granted U.S. Patent #6,680,923 titled "Communication system and method", which covers the seamless roaming of voice, video and data between Wide Area Network access points, such as cellular towers (GSM/GPRS/EDGE, CDMA, WCMDA etc.) and short-range Internet access points (such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.). Calypso Wireless is already in negotiations with a major OEM manufacturer to license its ASNAP(TM) technology. Due to the patent, even those OEM manufacturers that don't wish to license Calypso's technology at the time, but plan to create wireless devices that roam seamlessly between these networks, will have to obtain rights from Calypso Wireless.
Calypso's patented technology enables mobile users to seamlessly switch between cellular and wireless IP networks via the WLAN, accelerating wireless broadband deployment. The technology could also provide significant savings to mobile carriers in additional frequency spectrum and infrastructure equipment by offloading capacity to the WLAN and IP networks while providing additional sources of revenues. Internet-ready devices, including wireless cellular phones, PDA's and notebooks - can seamlessly connect to either the mobile carriers cellular phone network or any wireless LAN, such as 802.11x (Wi-Fi). In other words, global connectivity of voice, video and data will be done through the most efficient connection point, at a lower cost to both the mobile carrier and the consumer.
"Our technology could dramatically boost overall wireless handset sales, and change the industry's growth projections globally. We believe that when consumers will be given an opportunity to connect at a speed of up to 11,000 Kbps (11Mbps) so that they will be able to watch DVD-quality movies or perform movie-quality, real-time video conferencing, they will use it. By teaming up with us, OEMs will now be able to manufacture and market such devices and dramatically boost their sales," says David Davila, President & CEO of Calypso Wireless.
http://www.uspto.gov search U.S. patent number 6,680,923
For more information, visit:
http://www.calypsowireless.com
Charles W. Moore
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