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Paragon Camptune X now resizes Boot Camp partitions

Paragon Camptune X now resizes Boot Camp partitions

Posted by | Mar 12, 2015 | , |

Paragon Software Group (PSG) has released Paragon Camptune X with Core Storage technology support, a tweaked interface based on Mac OS X elements, and the ability to identify and automatically fix an unsynchronized partition layout or any file system errors.
 
Camptune X solves the maintenance problem that Mac Boot Camp users encounter when they run out of free partition space. With the utility, Mac users can redistribute the available space between OS X and Windows partitions without data loss.
 

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Digital-Tutors announces free TurboSquid training

Digital-Tutors announces free TurboSquid training

Posted by | Mar 12, 2015 | , |

Digital-Tutors (www.Digital-Tutors.com), a Pluralsight company and provider of a creative e-learning resource, has released three new tutorials that teach artists how to prepare their 3D models for TurboSquid’s CheckMate Certification process. Available now, the tutorials are free and cover Maya, 3ds Max and CINEMA 4D workflows.

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Sid Meier’s Starships lands on the Mac, PC, iPad

Sid Meier’s Starships lands on the Mac, PC, iPad

Posted by | Mar 12, 2015 | , |

2K (www.2k.com) and Firaxis Games have announced that Sid Meier’s Starships is now available worldwide for Macs, Windows computers, and iPads.

Developed by Sid Meier, creator of the award-winning Sid Meier’s Civilization series, Sid Meier’s Starships challenges players to command a fleet of starships within the narrative universe of Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth while embarking on a series of turn-based missions. Along the journey, players explore the galaxy in search of other civilizations, protect planets and their people and build a federation to achieve intergalactic peace.

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3D print challenge wants to see Apple Watch accessories created

Posted by | Mar 12, 2015 | , |

CGTrader has launched a 3D print challenge to more than 120,000 3D artists to create accessories for the Apple Watch.

The challenge explores the commercial possibilities associated with wearable technology. It’s an opportunity for 3D designers to submit /promote their printable accessory designs — from watch stands to buckles and travel pouches — compatible with the new smartwatch. 
 
3D designers won’t want to miss the opportunity to create/promote and win.  You won’t want to miss the creativity that lies behind the unique accessories that anyone can use.  

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Tablet growth slowing to single digits in the coming years

Posted by | Mar 12, 2015 | , |

Following the first year-over-year decline in worldwide tablet shipments in the fourth quarter of 2014 (4Q14), the IDC research group (www.idc.com) has scaled back its five year forecast for the product category.

Worldwide shipments are expected to reach 234.5 million units in 2015, a modest year-over-year increase of 2.1% from 2014. Although the outlook has been tempered, IDC still expects low but positive growth for the market in the years to come as demand in the commercial sector increases, and as Microsoft slowly gains a foothold.

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