29.Aug.2011
Hyperion Entertainment (ANF)
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AmigaOS 4.1 Update 3 released
Press release:
Brussels - August 29th, 2011
Hyperion Entertainment CVBA and the AmigaOS development team announce the immediate
availability for download
of AmigaOS 4.1 Update 3 for registered users of AmigaOS 4.1 on the following platforms:
Update 3, painstakingly assembled by AmigaOS’ project lead Steven Solie
after extensive beta testing by our dedicated team of beta testers, contains a substantial part of the
new functionality and a wide variety of bug fixes and improvements developed over the last 16 months.
Please note that some new applications (including Timberwolf)
will rely on the feature-set of AmigaOS 4.1 Update 3.
An incomplete list of features in Update 3 includes:
- Updated Installation Utility program;
- Updated PATA and SATA drivers;
- Improved DOS stability and speed;
- Fixed Amiga shared object issues;
- Support for AmigaOne keyboards including boing key swap feature; Set keymap_swapaltamiga to "on" in your firmware to enable;
- Updated Intuition and GUI components;
- New consistent full release string including update number;
- Updated AmiSSL certificates;
- Updated USB stack with USB 2.0 (EHCI) support;
- Improved Sam460ex support including sound driver;
- I2C support for the Sam440ep and Sam460ex platforms;
- Updated and improved Warp3D support;
- Faster 2D graphics support;
- Various kernel fixes for increased stability;
- Updated MUI with many new features to make porting MUI 4.0 based applications simpler;
- Improved notifications support.
Hyperion Entertainment wishes to thanks its customers for their continued support in these
exciting times for the Amiga platform.
Online support for AmigaOS and Update 3 is provided via
Hyperion Entertainment's Support Forum. (cg)
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29.Aug.2011
amigafuture.de (Webseite)
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Emulator: Preview to WinUAE 2.3.3
As usual the developers have given a preview to the forthcoming version 2.3.3 of the well-known Amiga emulator WinUAE. WinUAE 2.3.3 will be available in the middle of September and introduce a new VSync-mode which should solve the problem of the a hundred per cent CPU-load.
New features:
- New very low latency VSync mode, autodetects real refresh rate, no more 100% CPU usage, supports also windowed modes. (Not compatible with fastest possible CPU modes but planned in future)
- Experimental rawinput joystick/joypad support. (-rawhid command line parameter). Added because DirectInput is said to introduce some extra input lag.
Updates:
- Real cause for Max Transfer IDE problem found. IDE emulation detects and logs it now. (*)
- CD image audio buffer increased slightly, some systems had glitches in CD audio.
- Non-configured joystick/mouse autoswitch update: short firebutton press or move left = insert into joystick port, longer press or move right = insert into mouse port.
- Add Harddrive option does not require Administrator privileges anymore, most removable drives can be used without higher privileges, at least under Windows 7.
Fixed bugs:
- IDE emulation write hang introduced in 2.3.2.
- A590/A2091 emulation crash if CPU was 68020+.
- On the fly CD switching (both images and real CDs) reliability improved.
- Direct3D blank screen problem is now 100% fixed. Really.
- win32.hardfile_path didn't work.
- On the fly resolution change didn't work correctly, resolution autoswitch improved.
- Key or joystick button mapped to mouse direction didn't work.
- Analog stick mapped to mouse had too fast and unstable speed.
*) Max Transfer problem was introduced with ATA v2 specification. ROM built-in IDE driver assume ATA v1 behavior, some drives are compatible with ATA v1, some are not and will require Max Transfer fix. It is NOT a drive bug.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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29.Aug.2011
amigafuture.de (Webseite)
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AROS: Hint for Icaros-users, Soundblaster driver available soon
Paolo Besser points out that all users who want to update his AROS-distribution Icaros to version 1.3.1, first should run the patch called "patch01" - this one should solve some problems of the used LiveUpdater. You can find a detailed tutorial on the website of the author.
The port of Ross Vumbacca's Soundblaster drivers is well advanced in development so they will be available soon.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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29.Aug.2011
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AmigaOne X1000: Video of OS4 boot routine, further pictures
A-EON has published several pictures or videos of the X1000 in the last days.
A technician of Amigakit has published a video at Youtube which shows the boot routine of the X1000 with AmigaOS 4.1. The video as well as the pictures of the hardware and the boot routine published by Amigakit show many serial debug-output.
Varisys has published further pictures on Facebook.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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29.Aug.2011
amigaworld.net (Webseite)
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AmigaOS 4: Video-Player DvPlayer 0.76
Stephen Fellner has published a new version of his video player DvPlayer which now supports subtitles, different languages and new audio codecs.
Registered users should receive the update via eMail. An updated demo version is available on the website of the author.
Changes in version 0.76:
- Added support for DVD subtitles. Subtitles can be selected in the subtitle menu when playing DVDs.
- Added support for IFO files on DVDs to show audio and subtitle languages.
- Added support for MPEG audio files, including VBR (Variable BitRate) MPEG audio support.
- Added support for AIFF audio files.
- Added audio scope effect when playing audio-only files.
- Added support for YUV420 planar overlay format introduced in AmigaOS4.1.
- Added transparency (alpha channel) support for skins making it possible to have shaped windows and other transparency effects.
- Implemented a new type of AVI frame-skipping algorithm which achieves
smoother playback on slower machines.
- Added requester when dragging files into DvPlayer window to ask if the files should be appended to the end of the playlist or replace the current list.
- When current file finished playing and window is closed/reopened it is only activated if it was activated previously so that the focus is not taken away from the user who may be working in another window at that time.
- Now a requester informs if a suitable audio codec cannot be found and even gives an option to search for available codecs online.
- Fixed a bug which caused a DSI when volume slider was moved while no movie loaded.
- Fixed framerate and movie length determination in AVI files which were
sometimes incorrect.
- Text in TextArea is no longer rendered without clearing the area behind it which was causing graphics corruptions with some skins.
- Solved issue that was causing some slowdowns and delays on Sam440 systems.
- Uses new 64-bit YUV rendering routines on systems where this leads to a
performance improvement.
- When the about window was open the main window became unresponsive. Now main window events are serviced in this case also.
- Movie area in GUI is now only cleared during window refresh if the window's size changed. This keeps the current frame displayed when playback is paused and the window is deselected.
- Optimized MPEG Video stream detection code to allow for faster load times.
- Fixed a bug which caused the text area in the GUI not to be refreshed in non-overlay window mode.
- File requesters and other requesters were always opened on Workbench even if DvPlayer was started on another screen, now it opens on the same screen as the DvPlayer window.
- Doubled stack cookie which solves issues with playback of files with MJPEG codec when running from shell.
- Corrected overlay alignment issues.
- NOSKIP option now works with asf/wmv files too.
- Corrected time display and slider position handling with asf/wmv files.
- Changed alignment of video buffers for playback of AVI files which seems to fix the occasional decoding errors observed with some videos.
- Several other small bug-fixes and optimizations...
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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28.Aug.2011
Moo Bunny (Forum)
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Commodore USA: Linux Mint with C64 and Amiga Forever as OS
According to Barry 'digitex' Altman under the title link, Commodore USA will sell the x86-PCs with an adapted version of Linux Mint 11, called "Commodore OEM Edition" next month. Due to a cooperation with Cloanto, licenced ROMs of C64 and Amiga Forever are included.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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28.Aug.2011
Amigaworld.net (Webseite)
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AmigaOS 4: FFmpeg 0.8.2
Version 0.8.2 of the AmigaOS-4-port of ffmpeg is available which can convert files between different video, audio or picture formats. Several new video filters were added and the support of WTV-files improved.
Download: ffmpeg.lha (17 MB)
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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28.Aug.2011
Abime (Webseite)
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Nintendo-Emulator A/NES Pro 1.15
The Nintendo emulator A/NES Pro is available in version 1.15. The AGA-chipset is required and a faster processor than 68020 is recommended.
Changes:
- Midscreen sprite CHR-bankswapping bugfixed (Batman)
- Initial CHRRAM garbageproblems fixed (Metroid)
- Some mapper 1 bugs fixed
- Minor audio bugfixes
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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27.Aug.2011
Amiga.org (Webseite)
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Centralized order: Further Minimig cases
Loriano 'TheDaddy' Pagni offers to make a production of another charge of his cases for the Amiga clone Minimig.
At least 30 cases have to ordered. If you are interested you should mail him. Dealer inquiries welcome.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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27.Aug.2011
Pascal Papara (Kommentar)
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AROS: OpenGL-Bounty for Linux-version
On power2people.org some money was donated for implementing host's 3D system based OpenGL support for Linux-Hosted port.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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27.Aug.2011
Amiga Future (Webseite)
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Interview with Andreas Seebeck (English)
On amigapd.com an interview with Andreas Seebeck was published who has written the games Hannibal, Aunt Arctic Adventure, Space Max, Charon 5 und Tie-Break as well as adidas Championship Tie-Break.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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26.Aug.2011
Amiga Future (Webseite)
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Workbench-enhancement: BetterWB 2.3
Similar to AIAB, AmiKit or AmigaSYS, BetterWB is a collection of Workbench tools for AmigaOS 3.1. Mainly it was written for users of low end Amigas as well as Minimig users.
In version 2.3 Macintosh floppy format (HFS) and proper mountlist (MAC0) implementation was added. Additionally the CDROM-filesystem was improved and some bugs fixed.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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26.Aug.2011
Michael C. Battilana (E-Mail)
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Cloanto Releases Amiga Forever and C64 Forever 2012
Press release: August 26, 2011 - Cloanto released today Amiga Forever 2012 and C64 Forever 2012, the latest versions of the award-winning Commodore-Amiga preservation, emulation and support suites for Windows.
By adding powerful content authoring and integration functionality, Amiga Forever and C64 Forever 2012 close the circle between gaming, productivity and preservation of digital culture while adding new features and providing easier access to a universe of free and legal downloads.
The new versions build on a powerful synergy of original components:
- RP9 file format, which is a compressed cross-platform archive containing media images, configuration, description and ancillary data, developed by Cloanto
- RetroPlatform Player and API to interface with different emulation plugins
- Cloanto's unique portfolio of ROM and OS licenses
The new packages can emulate the full range of 8-bit (C64, VIC 20, PET/CBM, etc.) and 16/32-bit systems (Amiga, CDTV, etc.) using an intuitive media player-like interface. The advanced RP9 authoring functionality sets new references in preserving and making accessible digital culture from the 1980s and 1990s. Content created or edited with the Windows software can be played back on other systems, including mobile devices (in part under development).
The 2012 versions not only include hundreds of software enhancements, but also add content of historical interest, like new interviews with Amiga legends RJ Mical and Dave Haynie, also with HD-quality video footage.
Amiga Forever 2012 is available now in three editions:
- Value Edition (downloadable installer for Windows systems)
- Plus Edition (downloadable ISO image with additional Windows and platform-neutral content)
- Premium Edition (physical Plus Edition content plus additional videos on 3 DVDs)
C64 Forever 2012 is available now in three editions:
- Free Express Edition (feature-limited version)
- Downloadable Plus Edition (downloadable installer plus CD ISO image)
- Boxed Plus Edition (downloadable Plus Edition content plus boxed CD)
Amiga Forever and C64 Forever passed official Windows 7 logo tests on both x86 and x64 systems. Prices for both Amiga Forever and C64 Forever start from $9.95 (special upgrade offers).
More information, graphics and further links can be found at the title link. (snx)
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25.Aug.2011
Amiga.org (Webseite)
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AROS: Icaros Desktop 1.3.1
Paolo Besser has published an update for his AROS-distribution Icaros Desktop. This new version of the popular AROS distribution fixes many bugs, enhances integration of Amiga 68K workbench applications and adds the ability to run Janus-UAE in the background at boot time. Some applications have been recompiled and newer system files are compatible with latest 3D games ports from Deadwood. Radeon card users can also test Bearsoft's enhanced ATI drivers (still work in progress).
ATI graphics cards supported now are Radeon, Radeon 7500, 8500, 9x00, X300 and X600. The Bearsoft driver can be found in Storage.
Changes include:
- Fixed integration of Amiga Forever in coherency mode
- Fixed many issues with Janus-UAE GUI
- Fixed support for coherency mode at highest resolutions
- Enhanced stability of Janus UAE
- Enhanced stability of whole AROS system
- AROS system files from August 3, 2011
- Included Bearsoft's ATI drivers in Storage drawer
- Included alternative arosc.library in Storage
- Compatible with recent Deadwood's games ports
- Updated drivers and libraries
- Updated fpc to version 2.5.1
- Updated xRick
- Updated Atheros 5xxx wireless driver
- Updated Intel GMA driver with support for more GPUs
- Recompiled many games and emulators with latest SDL
- Updated applications to latest versions
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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25.Aug.2011
Jürgen Beck (ANF)
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BitJam Podcast #138: With Amiga scene music
The latest BitJam Podcast #138 is called "2:18" because only music tracks which exactly lasts 2 minutes and 18 seconds are played.
Most of the used tracks are well-known from the early times of the Amiga demo szene. "Brass Connection" by Bit-Arts as well as music of Heatbeat, Drax, Lizardking, Chromag, Uncle Tom, Muffler are included.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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24.Aug.2011
Amiga.org (Webseite)
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Adventure-Interpreter: ScummVM RTG 68060 1.3.1
Version 1.3.1 of the adventure-interpreter ScummVM for 68060-Amigas with graphic boards is available now.
A fast 68060-processor (80 MHz are recommended), some Fast-RAM, good data transfer rate of the harddrive, AHI and a 16-Bit soundboard supported by AHI (but Paula is sufficient) are required.
The following games can be played:
- Maniac Mansion
- Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders
- Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
- Loom
- Passport to Adventure
- The Secret of Monkey Island
- Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge
- Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis
- Day of the Tentacle
- Sam & Max Hit the Road
- Full Throttle
- The Dig
- The Curse of Monkey Island
- Simon the Sorcerer 1
- Simon the Sorcerer 2
- Broken Sword 1
- Broken Sword 2
- The Black Cauldron
- Gold Rush!
- King's Quest I
- King's Quest II
- King's Quest III
- King's Quest IV
- Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards
- Mixed-Up Mother Goose
- Manhunter 1: New York
- Manhunter 2: San Francisco
- Police Quest I: In Pursuit of the Death Angel
- Space Quest I: The Sarien Encounter
- Space Quest II: Vohaul's Revenge
- Fanmade Games
- Mickey's Space Adventure
- Troll's Tale
- Winnie the Pooh in the Hundred Acre Wood
- Castle of Dr. Brain (EGA and VGA)
- Codename: Iceman
- Conquests of Camelot
- Conquests of the Longbow (EGA and VGA)
- EcoQuest: The Search for Cetus
- EcoQuest 2: Lost Secret of the Rainforest
- Freddy Pharkas: Frontier Pharmacist
- Hoyle's Book of Games 1
- Hoyle's Book of Games 2
- Hoyle's Book of Games 3 (EGA and VGA)
- Hoyle Classic Card Games
- Jones in the Fast Lane
- King's Quest I (SCI remake)
- King's Quest IV (SCI version)
- King's Quest V (EGA and VGA)
- King's Quest VI (low and hi res)
- Laura Bow: The Colonel's Bequest
- Laura Bow 2: The Dagger of Amon Ra
- Leisure Suit Larry 1 (SCI remake) (EGA and VGA)
- Leisure Suit Larry 2
- Leisure Suit Larry 3
- Leisure Suit Larry 5 (EGA and VGA)
- Leisure Suit Larry 6 (low res)
- Mixed-up Fairy Tales
- Mixed-up Mother Goose
- Pepper's Adventures in Time
- Police Quest 1 (SCI remake)
- Police Quest 2
- Police Quest 3 (EGA and VGA)
- Quest for Glory 1/Hero's Quest
- Quest for Glory 1 VGA remake
- Quest for Glory 2
- Quest for Glory 3
- Slater & Charlie Go Camping
- Space Quest I (SCI remake) (EGA and VGA)
- Space Quest III
- Space Quest IV (EGA and VGA)
- Space Quest V
- The Island of Dr. Brain
- Discworld
- Flight of the Amazon Queen
- The Legend of Kyrandia
- The Legend of Kyrandia: Book Two: Hand of Fate
- The Legend of Kyrandia: Book Three: Malcolm's Revenge
Download: ScummVM_RTG_060.lha (5 MB) (snx) (Translation: dr)
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24.Aug.2011
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Mac OS X: Amiga-Compiler vbcc 0.9b and DICE 3.15 (English)
In his blog Christian 'lallafa' Vogelgsang described how you can use the cross compiler vbcc written by Volker Barthelmann and Frank Wille under Mac OS X to be able compiling Amiga programms.
On June he did the same with Matt Dillon's C-compiler DICE.
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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24.Aug.2011
Ratte (ANF)
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Windows 95 with PC-Task on a 68060@90
With the help of the PC-emulator PC-Task, André 'Ratte' Pfeiffer has installed Windows 95 on his Amiga 4000 which is equipped with a 68060-processor with 90 MHz. According to Pfeiffer Windows 95 on this hardware combination feels "like on a 486/33".
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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24.Aug.2011
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amiga-news.de: eMail newsletter available again
As an additional service amiga-news.de offers German or English eMail newsletter which collects the news of the last seven days. Still about 400 subscribers are using this service.
Due to the move of the server during the last two months there have been some problems with our mailserver which caused a delayed delivery of the newsticker. Meanwhile all problems were fixed and all users should get the newsticker on time.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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23.Aug.2011
Andreas Magerl (E-Mail)
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Amiga Future: Issue 77 and 78 (English/German) online
The articles of the German and English edition of both magazines can be read online.
(cg) (Translation: dr)
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23.Aug.2011
Gero Birkenfeld (ANF)
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Picture editing software: iBatch 1.3
Press release Now iBatch 1.3 additionally can "implant" an EXIF-header in converted picture files. iBatch uses the new plugin "jhead-capsule" (screenshot).
If there is not an original EXIF-header, the plugin tries to create a new EXIF-header from the information provided by iBatch.
iBatch 1.3 can be downloaded under the title link and soon on Aminet. The "jhead-capsule" requires the corresponding CLI-command (have a look at the readme-file and the download link on the iBatch-website).
(snx) (Translation: dr)
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