This week’s freeware icon set comes from Anthony and is a sequel to his previously released Take a Hike collection. Climb On is a collection of fun rock climbing gear that will help your computer desktop ascend to new visual heights. We invite you to swing on over and stock up on this cool gear today. Climb On is available for Mac, Win or as a handy Pixadex iContainer.
The Breakroom
End of Week Grab Bag
June 18, 2004
As we head into the weekend here at the factory, we wanted to post a quick note to let everyone know to keep your eyes out for several new factory animations that will be popping up in the weeks ahead. The pixel gnomes have been working overtime to send these down the assembly line and the first few are rolling off now, so stay alert, you never know when you’ll see new stuff.
Also, David Lanham has produced a soothing desktop picture to accompany his recent Somatic System replacement set of icons. Be sure to surf on over to his site and check it out, it will give you warm, fuzzy feelings all over. Lastly, thanks to everyone who has taken the time to write with your positive comments regarding the release of the IF 200th Set. Its gratifying to know that our efforts to bring you freeware icons are so appreciated, thank you!
Still Going Strong
June 15, 2004
It was about this time eight years ago that Corey, Talos and Ged decided to create a webpage (hosted on AOL), that would serve as a place where people could come and download icons for their Macs. 199 freeware sets and over 5,700 individual icons later, we’re still here and kicking. Pretty good for a group of people that push pixels into the shapes of tiny little things. Of course, we wouldn’t be here without the hard work and dedication of all of the individuals that keep The Iconfactory up and running smoothly, as well as our loyal fans.
Four years ago we announced our 100th Set on the cusp of the release of Mac OS X. Today, we are proud to release our latest freeware collection, The IF 200th Set. This set of system replacement icons harkens back to the heady days of Mac OS 9 and the beloved “Copland” style of desktop folders and files. All of the 32×32 and 16×16 versions of this set have been tweaked by hand for maximum “Pixel-clickiness” and look great even in the modern environment of OS X. The set also includes some Iconfactory themed desktop pictures to complete your factory makeover. The IF 200th Set works great with CandyBar, our system icon replacement utility.
We sincerely hope you enjoy our 200th release and invite you to stick around for the next 100 sets. Drop us a line if you feel so inclined, and remember, we’ll keep making them, if you keep downloading!
History in the Making
June 10, 2004
If you pop over to the Warehouse, you’ll see an interesting statistic on display – 199 icon sets in inventory. Back in June of 2000, The Iconfactory released its 100th icon set and now, four years later we’ve reached another milestone. Another 100 sets of free icons have been released, and to celebrate we’re working up something special. So be sure to be here this Tuesday for the release of The Iconfactory’s 200th set. It won’t be a huge, star-studded event, but it will be our way of saying thanks for your continued support over the years. Now let’s get that champagne a chillin’!
Now For Something Different
June 2, 2004
This week’s freeware icon release is a sort of visual experiment from Iconfactory artist, Talos Tsui. Totem Pole is a unique set of system and application icons with visual influences from Native American artwork. The icons are designed to stack together in a vertically oriented dock, but also work well on their own. If this collection is popular, Talos predicts more in the series, so drop us a note and let us know your thoughts. Totem Pole is available for both Mac and Win and comes as a handy Pixadex iContainer. Enjoy.
New Freeware Icons Tomorrow
June 1, 2004
The U.S. Memorial Day Holiday has put the workers behind a day or so on the assembly line, so be sure to tune in here tomorrow for the latest freeware release from IF artist, Talos Tsui. And while your patiently waiting, be sure to swing on over to MacThemes.net and read the in-depth interview with our own Dave Brasgalla. You’ll get to know what makes Dave tick and how he does some of those oh-so-cool things with icons. Check it out!
“Will You Pilot Eva?”
May 27, 2004
We’re proud to announce that this week’s freeware release is the latest in Mindy’s series of Neon Genesis Evangelion desktop pictures. This time out, our focus is the series’ own “hero” Shinji Ikari. Shinji is available in multiple screen resolutions and makes a great desktop for anime fans everywhere. Surf on over and grab it today.
Movin’ On Up!
May 21, 2004
For the second time in three years, The Iconfactory has outgrown its office space in Greensboro, NC. Its now been one year since Designer Anthony Piraino joined the factory, and the recent addition of Designer David Lanham pushed us over the occupancy limit. Since the workers are now packed in tighter than pickles (thanks Ellen!), we’ve made arrangements to move… two doors down to a new space. If all goes according to plan, we should be moving into the new office the week of July 6th. Stay tuned!
Saving The World One Desktop At A Time
May 20, 2004
Our resident comic book nut Talos Tsui has created an all-new desktop picture to accompany Gedeon’s recent icon release of Justice League. Now you can have the forces of good right there on your desktop as you battle evil deadlines and malicious kernel panics. Surf on over to scoop up this cool creation in a number of different desktop resolutions.
