The Breakroom • A blog for the Iconfactory

xScope 2.2 Now Available

May 21, 2009

We are pleased to announce the immediate release of xScope 2.2 for Mac OS X. xScope has been hailed by designers and developers around the world as one of the most useful tools for measuring and aligning on-screen graphics. xScope 2 introduced powerful new features including the Dimensions tool which eliminated the need to take screen grabs and measure them by hand. Now ARTIS Software and the Iconfactory are pleased to bring several important improvements to the features and tools of xScope 2.2:

Global hotkey to copy the color under the Loupe to the clipboard
Dimensions tool preference to display aspect ratios
General pref to add screen captures to the clipboard for pasting
Function keys F17 to F19 can now be used as hotkeys
Plus more improvements

xScope 2.2 is a free update for registered users of version 2. The software is available today to new users for $26.95 USD. Registered users of version 1.x can upgrade to version 2.2 for $10.00. Users who have lost track of their 1.x serial number can find it via our online Registration Lookup form.

Somatic Rebirth Extras

May 19, 2009

By Webmaster

David Lanham’s popular Somatic icon series hits the factory shelves once again with a whole new crop of goodies that are sure to please. Somatic Rebirth Extras picks up with Rebirth Apps left off and raises the bar with over 60 fun icons for your collection.

This time around David builds on the drives, folders and characters that users know and love so much. From the perennial favorite Zog to new creations like Unimole and Bugsy, this is one set Lanham fans won’t want to miss. Head on over and grab Somatic Rebirth Extras for your Mac, PC or as a handy CandyBar iContainer today.

Hello Kitty!

May 12, 2009

By Webmaster

It seems as though from the moment she was introduced in Japan in 1974, Ikuko Shimizu endearing creation, Hello Kitty, was bound to be a cultural phenomenon. In the years since, the super-cute cat and her friends have traveled far and found their way into kid’s hearts across the globe, and now thanks to Mindy, your computer desktop.

This week’s freeware release is based off the popular Hello Kitty line of merchandise and comes available as freeware icons for your Mac or PC or as a handy, searchable CandyBar iContainer. If you love all things cute, girly or just plain fun, head on over and grab Hello Kitty today!

Iconfactory Gear is Here!

May 11, 2009

By Webmaster

We’re pleased to announce that along with the long-awaited release of Twitterrific 2 for the iPhone, we also launched something that’s been in the works for many months – The Iconfactory Store.

If you’ve been waiting patiently to purchase official Iconfactory branded goods, your wait is over. We’ve been working closely with the fine folks at buyolympia to produce high quality t-shirts of some of our most popular products including Ollie, the bluebird mascot behind Twitterrific, as well as two Frenzic themed shirts and of course, a classic Iconfactory logo tee as well.

These shirts are screen printed on premium American Apparel tees, and range from sizes small up to 5XL. Each order even comes with a complementary Frenzic and Twitterrific button as our way of saying thanks for buying our stuff.

Of course, none of this would have been possible without the help from our good friends at Panic who provided us with the entire kit and caboodle to make the Iconfactory store as awesome as it is. So don’t delay, head on over to the store, grab your Iconfactory goodies and stay tuned for even cooler gear in the near future!

Twitterrific 2 for iPhone

May 8, 2009

By Webmaster

Announcing the immediate release of Twitterrific 2, the award-winning mobile Twitter client for iPhone and iPod touch. This major update has been re-engineered from the ground up to give iPhone Twitter users the best experience possible. Beautiful to look at, easy to use and chock full of elegant features, Twitterrific 2 lets you manage multiple accounts, search Twitter quickly, filter tweets and much more.

Here are just some of the notable new features in Twitterrific 2 for the iPhone:

Manage multiple accounts, searches & trends
Unified timeline displays replies, direct messages, favorites & more
Filter timeline for different tweet types instantly
Mark tweets for personal reference
Extended author information
Easily view conversation threads between users
New visual themes & layout styles
Improved posting interface
Powerful tweet actions such as RT, email, & others
Wide range of advanced settings
Much, much more!

As part of the application’s official launch, we’re also pleased to announce Twitterrific now has an official new home on the web – Twitterrific.com. Head on over to the official site to view detailed screen shots, get answer to frequently asked questions, and buy cool Twitterrific themed merchandise. The new site also sports an entire array of short, helpful Tweetorial videos that walk users through every aspect of Twitterrific 2. Even mobile Twitterrific veterans won’t want to miss what these short video guides have to offer.

As always, Twitterrific’s development is sponsored by inline ads via The Deck so users can enjoy Twitterrific and all its great features free of charge. Those users who prefer to run Twitterrific ad-free can choose to purchase the program at a new, introductory price of just $3.99 via the App Store.

Visit Twitterrific.com to learn all about this highly recommended new software for the iPhone and iPod touch. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed.

iPods In Living Color

May 5, 2009

By Webmaster

Around these parts we firmly believe you can never have enough iPods. This week’s freeware release from Dave Brasgalla affirms that philosophy with the release of Nanochromatic. iPod owners will be pleased to learn they can bring the entire spectrum of the rainbow to their Mac or PC desktop without spending all their hard earned cash. Head on over and download Nanochromatic for your Mac, PC or as a hand Candybar iContainer today.

Join Us Tonight at the Triangle Tweetup

April 30, 2009

By Webmaster

We’re pleased to announce that Corey, Talos and Ged will be attending tonight’s Triangle Tweetup event in Durham, NC to demo Twitterrific v2.0 for the iPhone. The event has grown in size in recent months and is a great opportunity for Twitter users all across North Carolina to get together, share Twitter tips, meet people face to face and much more.

Along with the many great panels, door prizes and demos that will be given at the event, we’re proud to be able to present the first public glimpses at Twitterrific 2 for the iPhone and iPod touch. All of us here at the Iconfactory have been hard at work rebuilding the application from the ground up and now, as it nears release, it’s time to let the bird take flight.

Attendees to the Tweetup will have a front row seat to the demo, but Wayne Sutton also has set up livestreaming for those of you who want to check out the Tweetup, but can’t attend. Head on over to the livestreaming page for tonight’s event which starts at 7pm est. Hopefully if the connection holds we’ll be able to give you a sneak peek at our efforts ahead of its official release. Lastly, don’t forget to head to the new Twitterrific.com and bookmark it to be the first to download the application when it hits the App Store. Enjoy!

Nimble Folders Roll In

April 29, 2009

By Webmaster

We’re back to our regularly scheduled freeware releases this week with a fun set of desktop icons from Talos – Nimble Folders. This set of system replacement folders picks up where Nimble Halloween left off and gives Mac & PC users a fun way to customize the appearance of their core folder set. Head on over to our Freeware section to download Nimble Folders today!

The Early Worm Gets the Bird!

April 24, 2009

By Webmaster

If you’ve been waiting for news about Twitterrific, our popular Twitter client, then today is your day. After months of hard work, Twitterrific v.2 for the iPhone and iPod touch is nearing completion and is in the final stages of beta testing. This new version has been rebuilt from the nest up and will be winging its way to the App Store very soon.

To help mark the occasion, we’re pleased to announce the launch of Twitterrific.com which will serve as the new home to the familiar blue birdie you love so much. We invite you to head on over and bookmark the new site as well as catch a glimpse of the new Twitterrific while you’re there. Stay tuned everyone, things are about to get very interesting!

Has Gone Before…

April 21, 2009

By Webmaster

We’re pleased to announce that our three-week long tribute to Star Trek comes to a close with the release of our official set of icons from the feature film. This highly detailed set of desktop icons is based on objects and vessels from the new movie from producer J.J. Abrams and are sure to please.

Star Trek fans of all ages will enjoy decorating their Mac OS or Windows Vista desktop with icons such as Captain Kirk’s communicator, Spock’s tricorder or even the U.S.S. Enterprise itself. These and many others are waiting for you to download on our official Star Trek landing page. The Candybar iContainer also sports a special Mac OS dock style that will make Mac users the envy of all your Windows-using friends.

We hope you’ve enjoyed our journey into the 24th century as much as we have and invite you to join us in theaters on May 9th to watch Star Trek. Our thanks to Paramount and J.J. Abrams for allowing us to join in the fun and make our contribution to the official movie launch. Live long and prosper!

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