The Breakroom

“You’ve been leading … two lives.”

November 4, 2003

By Webmaster

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We are fast approaching Zero Hour – bringing the Matrix trilogy to a conclusion as Matrix Revolutions premieres across the globe at the exact same moment. To help you set the mood, factory worker Dave Brasgalla has created Matrix Documentations, a set of icons based on some of the various folders, files and bits of media floating around Neo’s world inside The Matrix. These icons are not only accurate in terms of the movie items they depict, but they also fully conform to Apple’s Aqua icon guidelines – so they’ll fit right into your OS X interface! The folder icons also include Open/Drop states, making them ideal to use when customizing your system icons with CandyBar. Plug in and download them!

While you’re at it, be sure to stop by the Pixelhaus, where Dave has posted two Matrix-themed desktop pictures and a Matrix iChat sound set!

Happy Halloween!

October 31, 2003

By Webmaster

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Well, our favorite day has arrived and all of the Iconfactory workers would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe Halloween! We hope you’ve enjoyed this spooky month at the factory including Haunted Drives from Dave, Boo Buddies and spooky link updates by Mindy, and all new factory animations from Talos. We hope you’ll join us once again next year to scare yourself silly and decorate your desktop with all that the holiday has to offer. Until next time, Happy Halloween, and don’t let the Boogie Man get ya!

iPulse Treats for Mac Geeks

October 29, 2003

By Webmaster

Just a quick note to let everyone know that the factory workers have been creating new Jackets for our popular system monitoring utility, iPulse, in their copious free time. As a result, the iPulse Jacket Gallery has been updated with twelve new goodies ready for download. iPulse has been making waves with users since its initial release, but the ability to customize the app’s settings (Jackets) with version 2.x has proven one of the most popular features. Hop on over to the Jacket Gallery and see what we’ve been up to.

The Old West Lives Again!

October 28, 2003

By Webmaster

The Iconfactory is proud to announce this Tuesday’s icon collection – Wild West Vol. 2. This new set of freeware icons from Iconfactory artist Kate England, picks up the trail left by her earlier set of Wild West icons and continues the journey to the land of tumbleweeds and desert towns. Mosey on over to rustle up these new icons as well as see a sneak peek at next week’s release. Wild West Vol. 2 is available as standard Mac or Windows icons as well as a handy Pixadex iContainer complete with keywords for easy searching. Enjoy pardner!

Announcing CandyBar v1.6 For Panther!

October 23, 2003

By Webmaster

Any Macintosh addict knows that tomorrow marks the official release of Apple’s new operating system – OS X 10.3 – Panther. And while we love almost everything Panther has to offer, we still want to customize our system icons! Enter CandyBar version 1.6 from the talented folks from Panic. CandyBar has been updated for 10.3 and is fully qualified for Mac users to start customizing system icons today. In addition, when used with Panther, CandyBar no longer requires a hard restart of the computer, only a log-out and back in to complete its changes. Head on over to the CandyBar homepage for a complete list of what’s new and to download the application. Panic & The Iconfactory are pleased to announce that CandyBar 1.6 is a free upgrade for registered users and costs $12.95 USD to register. Enjoy!

Cute, Cuddly and Creepy!

October 21, 2003

By Webmaster

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With only 10 more days until Halloween, we’re proud to release this Tuesday’s collection from resident artist and News Hell Hound, Mindy. Boo Buddies are a collection of cute, but creepy characters based, in-part, from the Halloween promotions at Target stores across the country. These devilish dudes look great as part of any spooky desktop and come as standard Mac or Win icons or as a handy Pixadex iContainer. Float on over and grab them, and then head on over to download a custom desktop picture based on the icon set. Halloween won’t last forever, so get moving and don’t forget to always leave a light on!

Announcing Pixadex 1.2

October 15, 2003

By Webmaster

Panic and The Iconfactory, are happy to announce the immediate availability of Pixadex 1.2 for Mac OS X. Pixadex 1.2 incorporates some of the most frequently requested features we’ve received since the product’s release 3 months ago today. These new features include:

  • All instances of an icon can be deleted when trashing an icon
  • Added a new “Set as iChat Picture” feature
  • Added support for additional CandyBar icons
  • Many other bug fixes and enhancements

In addition, Pixadex 1.2 has been specifically engineered for use with Apple’s new 10.3 (Panther) OS. The software includes several user interface enhancements when running under Mac OS 10.3 that users will find increase ease-of-use. For a complete list of what’s new, we invite you to stop by the Pixadex home page. Pixadex 1.2 is a free upgrade for registered users and is available today from The Iconfactory for $18.95 USD.

In Space No One Can Hear You Scream

October 14, 2003

By Webmaster

Dave’s at it again, this time with two new desktop pictures and a set of sounds based on the ever creepy and hugely popular Alien movie series. Join Ellen Ripley and the Colonial Marines on LV425 as they get in over their heads at Dave’s personal webpage, the Pixelhaus. Check it out… if you dare!

They Live In Your Hard Drive!

October 14, 2003

By Webmaster

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Just in time for Halloween, resident zombie and pixel pusher, Dave Brasgalla, has conjured a spell to infuse your Mac’s HD with the spirit of famous movie monsters! This New Tuesday’s release is Haunted Hard Drives and they have come to inhabit your desktop, frighten the neighbors and hold your files. We hope you enjoy this set of holiday treats!

England’s Autumn

October 13, 2003

By Webmaster

Iconfactory worker, Kate England, has posted a beautiful new icon set over at Marmalade Moon – Autumn Leaves. This simple, yet amazing set of eight icons will bring the feel of Fall onto any Mac or PC desktop. Maramalde Moon is also offering a companion desktop picture and multilingual calendar that complete the make-over. Head on over to Kate’s site to download these new goodies and say hello to her while your there.