I have talked about how to record screencasts and videos of such things like .dreams, and I always have given the highest recommendation to Camtasia Studio by TechSmith. Today, they have announced the release of Camtasia Studio 6, and along with it brings some slick new features. You can see a video of the new features in action here.
“Camtasia Studio records exactly what users see on their computer screens, what they say and how they interact with any website or Windows-based application, such as PowerPoint. Individuals can then edit the interactive content and share it online in all popular streaming media formats, including HD-quality video (MPEG-4 AVC, H.264+AAC) and Flash, on fixed media such as CD or DVD, or on Apple portable media devices. “
Just a few of those new features include:
A recorder that easily captures full-screen videos and also remembers your settings for faster re-recordings.
The ability to edit audio and video independently and move audio from one track to another, making recording and editing faster and more efficient.
A new tilt feature that creates a 3D perspective that adds visual interest to videos.
Advanced editing techniques with complete control over transition and callout fade durations down to 1/10 of a second to create more polished videos.
Stardock announced its next major PC game, Elemental: War ofMagic today. Stardock, the company that has released such award-winning PC games such as Galactic Civilizations, Ironclad’s Sins of a Solar Empire and is nearing the release date of Gas Powered Games’ Demigod has set the retail launch date of Elemental: War of Magic (www.elementalgame.com) for the first quarter of 2010 at $49.95 with a public beta starting next Spring.
Like all Stardock titles, Elemental: War of Magic will include no on-disk DRM and will be available for re-download and updates through the Impulse digital distribution platform (www.impulsedriven.com) regardless of wherever it is purchased.
Elemental: War of Magic is set in a world filled with magic and ancient lore. As the ruler of your kingdom, you must expand your empire through a combination of magical power, military might, diplomatic skill, technological advancement and bold adventuring. Your worlds will be of your choosing, or players are free to create their own.
Fences is a brand new type of Desktop Icon Organizing program for Windows Vista & XP. A side-project by Stardock’s chief architect Jeff Bargmann, the project originated in 1999, and has finally been brought to the spotlight with a polished public release.
I was playing The Political Machine 2008 and headed over to the Print Shop (found in the main menu). The Print Shop in TPM lets you make your own buttons, bumper stickers and bobble heads in a format that you can print yourself.
I used the character I created for myself to create some of the images shown below.
The Print Shop allows you to take these images and print them, but you can also take a screenshot and use these images as forum signatures, avatars, etc. It’s very easy and fun to do. Visit www.politicalmachine.com for more info about The Political Machine 2008.
Every day I visit tons of website, forums, and social networks for all types of topics, most of which are technology based in some sort of form. This election cycle has really brought out the best of the liberal “group think” mentality regarding Obama. On just about every social network Obama is praised as “the one” and any hint of disagreement with his policies or ideals is immediately responded with accusations of racism, or just plain insults. Anybody who wants to claim that liberals are tolerant to others, please give me a shout because I can quickly debunk that. Even here on our network of sites, there have been insults tossed at the slightest hint of either supporting McCain, or being against Obama. I’m certainly not saying conservatives don’t dish out their fair share, but the mentality of liberals has once again bordered on the insane and hateful.
It’s tough being a proud conservative, as I will say what I think regardless of what the group and mob mentality is. The real shame is so many people, especially bloggers in the tech area, are afraid to do the same. I have received so many private notes and comments in support of standing up for conservatism, it’s almost crazy. The best comparison I can make is how conservative actors in Hollywood are often ridiculed or turned down for roles because of their conservative beliefs, and the same mentality is going on right now in the blogosphere. Conservative bloggers, some of which can be considered A-list are having to remain silent about their thoughts on Obama and McCain, simply because they are afraid of retribution from their employers or just not being able to pickup work from other sites. It’s a shame, and it’s more telling about liberals than it is anything.
I am a conservative, I don’t like Obama, and I will never let anyone intimidate me because of that.
“We are very excited to announce launch of Brightkite for the iPhone. Thank you all for your patience and congratulations to Brightkite iPhone Team. Get the app now!”
Many of us use Vue 6 for creating some breathtaking 3D scenery, and some of the best examples can be found in the gallery of Kenwas. I got a newsletter this weekend with some more details on the upcoming Vue 7, and it looks very impressive so far. It looks like one of the biggest changes is the product lineup, and what can be done with it.
They will be introducing Vue 7 Complete, which will have many of the most used features found in Infinite, but just not as expensive. Also, Vue Pioneer will replace the current Easel, and will take a modular approach in which you can purpose modules to build a package with all the features of the Complete version.
It looks like some cool stuff is coming up, so I can’t wait to hear more. Check out the newsletter here.
When Windows Vista first came out, people had some good reactions to the new “Aero” look. It was a big change from the Luna visual style that was associated with Windows XP. I like Aero as well, but after running it for just a few weeks it’s gets old and mundane. Fortunately, we have WindowBlinds so changing the skins (visual styles) of Windows Vista is very easy, but the hardest part is choosing the right skins to use. Everyone has their own taste and style they like to use, but one of the most popular styles of skins are modified Aero skins.
There are many of these skins available that keep the basic feel of Aero, but skinners take that and put their own “twist” on it and have come up with some remarkable looking visual styles. Many of these skins will work on both Windows XP and Vista, but check the descriptions for more information.
I wanted to list a few of my favorites that I think many of you will enjoy.
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