EvangeList Digest Monday, July 6 1998 Volume 01 : Number 1225
In this issue:
PR - REALbasic Press release Tidbit - HyperCard 10th Anniversary Stack Available PR - "Triple Your MacOS" Contest from ClassMac.com PR - Area Code Change 2.0 for Newton Followup - Who Named MacDirectory--MacCentral News Delivery Service Tidbit - Farr Site Awarded By Computer Currents Interactive (CCI) $$ - OnScreen Particle Physics Tidbit - New Mac User Group, Yorkshire - UK Tidbit - New MacOS Daily Articles Followup - (Un)official Macworld Events Site
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Easy-to-use application development software features Visual Basic compatibility
AUSTIN, TEXAS _ Jul. 4th, 1998 _ REAL Software, Inc. today announced REALbasic for Mac OS is shipping and is priced at $99.95. A fully functional demo version of REALbasic is available now from REAL Software's web site. REAL Software will be showing REALbasic at the MacWorld Expo this month in New York City.
REALbasic is the easy-to-use integrated development environment (IDE) that enables users of all levels to create powerful stand-alone, native 68k and PowerPC applications quickly and easily, without having to learn a complex programming language such as C++ or the details of the Macintosh Toolbox. REALbasic enables users to create the entire user interface for their applications in minutes without any programming. It's programming language is an object-oriented version of the BASIC programming language and is highly compatible with Microsoft's Visual Basic.
"REALbasic is the only integrated development environment available for Macintosh that delivers exactly what users want in an software development tool: easy-to-use interface building with a simple, yet modern and powerful programming language that anyone can learn," said REAL Software president Geoff Perlman.
REALbasic's drag-and-drop interface builder makes it so easy to create a user interface that most users are testing their interface in minutes. And because most of the interface is handled automatically, users can focus their programming efforts on solving their problems rather than programming the interface. REALbasic's interface builder includes editfields, popup menus, hierarchical MacOS8-style listboxes, a QuickTime movie player, checkboxes, radio buttons, tab panels, contextual menus, balloon help and more. REALbasic's Interface Assistant helps users to create an interface that follows Apple's Macintosh Human Interface Guidelines. Applications created with REALbasic are automatically Appearance Manager compliant allowing them to take on whatever appearance the user has chosen if they are running the Kaleidoscope extension.
"Visual Basic is an extremely popular software development package for Windows but we didn't have anything like it available for the Macintosh. That's why we created REALbasic," said Andrew Barry, REAL Software's Chief of Development.
REALbasic supports Macintosh technologies such as QuickTime, QuickTime Musical Instruments, drag and drop, and AppleScript. It also supports HyperCard's XCMD and XFCN plug-in format allowing users to utilize the thousands of existing plug-ins. REALbasic includes a TCP/IP control for Internet connectivity, a serial tool for modem communications and a sprite engine for creating animation.
REALbasic's Code Editor provides a hierarchical view of all of the interface objects and their methods to make moving between objects fast. As the user types, the Code Editor will attempt to guess what the user is typing. The user can either press the Tab key and let REALbasic automatically complete the code for them, or just keep typing. The Code Editor also automatically indents code, displays keywords in blue and comments in red. The Code Editor also doubles as REALbasic's debugger which supports breakpoints, automatic variable lists and a stack view.
REALbasic's object-oriented BASIC language supports object events, properties, methods, classes, inheritance and polymorphism. It's also a strongly typed language which makes applications more reliable. Memory management is handled automatically through garbage collection and the advanced, dynamic recompiler makes testing applications and building stand-alone applications fast because all of the code doesn't have to be recompiled every time. Unlike most BASIC programming environments, REALbasic has no interpreter. Code is always running compiled even when the user is stepping through code with the debugger. Stand-alone applications carry a small footprint for both disk and memory usage. The runtime engine overhead is approximate 150K of disk space and most applications built with REALbasic will require only 1 MB of memory or less.
Designed for compatibility with Microsoft's Visual Basic for Windows in mind, REALbasic's language is so similar, that many users with Visual Basic projects can port them to the Macintosh using REALbasic with a minimum number of changes. Visual Basic forms can be imported into REALbasic projects by simply dragging them into REALbasic's Project window.
Because the user doesn't have to directly deal with the Macintosh toolbox, building cross-platform applications is easy. Users that need to access the Macintosh toolbox can do so by writing XCMDs or using REALbasic's plug-in format. REALbasic's architecture allows to additional compilers to be added easily. Windows and Java compilers are scheduled for later this year. BeOS and Palm Pilot compilers are also being considered. "Cross-platform development is a what our users are demanding. We are committed to meeting that demand," said REAL Software president Geoff Perlman. REALbasic is already over 90% carbon compatible and will be 100% compatible with MacOS X when Apple ships the new OS next year.
The enhanced edition of REALbasic (scheduled for later this year) will include (in addition to the Windows build option): a database layer for use with an included single-user SQL database engine or backend SQL database like Oracle to meet the demands of enterprise customers.
REALbasic is available for download now from REAL Software's web site at <www.realsoftware.com>. REALbasic can be purchased directly from REAL Software for $99.95. Academic pricing is also available. REALbasic can be ordered directly from REAL Software's web site from <www.realsoftware.com>, by phone at 512-292-9988; by fax at 512-292-6670; or email <sales@realsoftware.com>.
REALbasic requires a Macintosh, Power Macintosh, or compatible computer with a 68020 processor or higher; 2.5 MB RAM; System 7.1 or later; and 80 MB of free hard disk space for full installation of the software, documentation and examples. REALbasic ships in CD-ROM format, requiring a CD-ROM drive and can also be downloaded from REAL Software's web site. REAL Software offers disk fulfillment for an additional charge.
Founded in 1996 by Geoff Perlman, former ACI US Manager, REAL Software, Inc. is the publisher of REALbasic, with headquarters in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit the REAL Software web site at <www.realsoftware.com>.
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Jannice Faber
REAL Software, Inc. 3300 Bee Caves Rd., Ste. 650-220 Austin, TX 78746
Get REALbasic web: http://www.realsoftware.com/release.html ftp: ftp://ftp.realsoftware.com/current_release/
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:31 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - HyperCard 10th Anniversary Stack Available
This tidbit is from:
<HCHeaven@aol.com>
HyperCard was introduced at the 1987 Macworld Boston Expo. In honor of its 10th anniversary, users were invited to submit anniversary greetings and messages concerning how HyperCard had affected their lives. Each submission could be in the form of a HyperCard card or an e-mail message.
The messages were presented to Kevin Calhoun, leader of Apple's HyperCard team, at a 10th-anniversary celebration held during the 1997 Macworld Boston Expo.
The messages have now been organized into an anniversary stack which will be presented to: Bill Atkinson (creator of HyperCard), Dan Winkler (author of HyperTalk), Kevin Calhoun (leader of Apple's HyperCard team), John Sculley (CEO of Apple during HyperCard's creation), and Steve Jobs (Acting CEO of Apple).
The HyperCard 10th Anniversary Stack can be downloaded at:
<http://members.aol.com/hcheaven/>
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:39 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - "Triple Your MacOS" Contest from ClassMac.com
This announcement is from:
Shay Fulton, <sfulton@classmac.com>
ClassMac.com has just launched their newest contest! This time, ClassMac is giving away a MacOS subscription!
The future of the MacOS is bright, and we all want to be there. Well, one lucky winner can catch the upgrade wave now and be there with the next three retail releases of the MacOS (as they are released). Yep, whatever their titles may be, you can have your copy just days after it is released!
All you have to do for your chance to win is enter on our web site. The winner will receive the next three MacOS retail releases as they hit the shelves... Totally free. This contest ends on August 5, 1998. For full rules and entry form, please visit the following site:
<http://www.classmac.com/contest.html>
While you are there, please take a look at our brand new look! We've enhanced the look and feel of the entire site. We've completely redesigned the ClassMac MacTrak price tracking service, and enhanced our free Mac-only classified ads. It's never been easier to place (and remove) a free ad, so we invite everyone to try it out after they enter the contest.
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:36 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - Area Code Change 2.0 for Newton
Keyword: Newton
This announcement is from:
Adam Tow, <atow@tow.com>
Foundation Systems today released Area Code Change 2.0. Area Code Change allows Newton users to easily update their Names data to keep pace with the many changes in area codes in the United States.
Area Code Change includes major interface and functionality improvements. Users can now search and replace area codes based on the following criteria:
1) Area Code 2) Area Code + City 3) Area Code + Telephone Prefixes 4) Area Code + City + Telephone Prefixes
Area Code Change costs US$15. Users can purchase Area Code Change from KAGI's secure webserver:
<http://order.kagi.com/?X1&S>
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:32 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Followup - Who Named MacDirectory--MacCentral News Delivery Service
This follow-up message is from:
Jay Arcos, <jay@macdirectory.com>
We asked for help, and hundreds of Macintosh users delivered. It was hard to pick a name but we finally did. The new MacDirectory/MacCentral News delivery service has a name: eMac Daily
And who was the mastermind behind this? None other than Jeff Bingenheimer from Ardsley, New York.
Well, Jeff, thank you for being so creative. As you know, you have earned our gratitude and recognition as well as a free T-shirt from MacDirectory and an additional one from MacCentral.
eMac Daily will be available in July 1998, and it's estimated that it will be the largest Macintosh News delivery system online. The service will include new product announcements, headline news, new software updates, special deals, and anything Jobs or Gates may be cooking up. Users will be able to subscribe to this news service absolutely free of charge, so if you want to stay informed on all things Mac, this is for you . . . Just send email to <eMac-Daily@macdirectory.com> and in the subject of the message type: SUBSCRIBE
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:37 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - Farr Site Awarded By Computer Currents Interactive (CCI)
This tidbit is from:
Applelinks.com, <webmaster@applelinks.com>
The Farr Site based on its originality, content and quality has been chosen by Computer Currents Interactive (CCI) as one of the Links of the Week for the week
The Links of the Week URL is <http://www.currents.net/linkweek/>
This week's Farr Site is entitled "Picking the Moment" and features Low-Level Lawn Formatting, PowerBook Madness, and A Lesson From John Deere. Why take care of business when you can dream? Self-absorbed web jockey falls prey to laptop lust and wavers on the edge.
OnScreen Science, Inc. would like to extend a special offer--over 25% off--on our award-winning science software to Evangelistas and their friends. OnScreen Particle Physics (formerly called Chamber Works) is a modern physics simulation designed to give students, teachers, and science lovers a chance to experience how experimental particle physics is done. After years of existence as a Mac-only program, OnScreen Particle Physics is now available for Windows 95/NT as well and in an upgraded Mac version (1.2). Our commitment to the Mac remains firm.
OnScreen Particle Physics shows you subatomic events, in which quantum and relativistic effects are evident, in a 3D, rotatable detection chamber. Not only can you replay events and view them from all angles; on-screen tools and equations allow you to make particle mass determinations using the same measurements and principles as real particle physicists. No advanced math is required for OnScreen Particle Physics, and high school students love it. The program received a four-star review from Macworld and was a winner in the annual Computers in Physics educational software contest. It runs on any Mac with at least a 68020 cpu and System 7.0 or higher.The OnScreen Science, Inc. website at <http://www.onscreen-sci.com> has screen shots, reviews, user comments, and descriptions of the program.
The regular single-copy price for OnScreen Particle Physics is $84 with on-screen, ready-to-print Adobe Acrobat versions of the User's and Instructor's Guides. Hard copy manuals are $15 more. The regular ten-computer site license is $324 ($349 with two hard copy sets of manuals).
Until August 15, 1998 just mention you saw the offer on this list and save $25 (over 25%) on a single copy of OnScreen Particle Physics for just $59 ($74 with hard copy manuals). Or save $100 on a ten-computer license for just $224 ($249 with hard copy manuals).
School purchase orders are welcome, and a p.o. number gets immediate shipping. Our usual 60-day, money-back guarantee of complete satisfaction applies to this offer. Shipping is free. These prices on OnScreen Particle Physics are available only from OnScreen Science, Inc., 46 Wallace St., Somerville, MA 02144; (800)617-776-6416, (617)776-6416. E-mail questions and orders are welcome at <evangelist@onscreen-sci.com>.> When using the online order form at our web site, just mention the Evangelist in the comments field.
School bureaucracy too slow? If you can't make the deadline due to circumstances beyond your control, just tell us of your intent to purchase, and we'll hold the special price for you.
If you know a science teacher, please pass the word about the OnScreen Particle Physics special along. You don't have to be a subscriber to the list to get the special price, you just have to have heard about it. It will not be advertised any other place.
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:44 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - New Mac User Group, Yorkshire - UK
This tidbit is from:
Jim & Ruth Coles, <jcoles@thecafe.co.uk>
It's always good to see a new Mac Users Group being formed and here in Yorkshire (England's largest county). Dave Peppiate has done just that and has produced an attractive and information newsletter as well which is free to members.
The purpose of the Yorrkshire Mac Users Group (YMUG) is to provide mutual support and encouragement to Mac users ina largely PC world. Membership is free and is not confined to people living in Yorkshire.
At the moment it has no official status and is completely independent of Apple. It is possible that in the future YMUG could become affiliated with the UK national Mac Users Group. For the present the idea is to keep the group informal and friendly and to appeal to all types of Mac users from highly skilled professionals to beginners. Contributions in the form of articles, letters, member profiles, corrections to articles etc. are very welcome.
If you have any comments or suggestions or would like to join YMUG please contact the current 'editor' Dave Peppiate at:
38/40 Markham Avenue, Carcroft, Doncaster, South Yorkshire United Kingdom DN6 8DT
Tel: +44 (0) 1302 330481
email: <dave@dave-oldgit.demon.co.uk>
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:47 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - New MacOS Daily Articles
This tidbit is from:
Matthew Linton, <matt@macosdaily.com>
An Office For the Rest of Us Charles W. Moore - ClarisWorks doesn't get nearly the respect it deserves. For a paltry $99 you can have a modular suite of applications that does everything 90 percent of users ever need to do with a computer.
<http://www.macosdaily.com/moore/070198.shtml>
Don't Know Why You Say Goodbye; I Say Hello. Jonah Jones - "Alas, poor Yorick. I knew him well." Well, I wasn't exactly staring at a skull this past weekend, but I sure was feeling a high degree of separation anxiety. I gave my baby away.
<http://www.macosdaily.com/jones/070198.shtml>
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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 02:06:46 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Followup - (Un)official Macworld Events Site
This follow-up message is from:
Ilene Hoffman, <ileneh@mediaone.net>
The Hess Macworld Party and Events Web Site has been duly enlarged with all the known events happening at Macworld Expo July 8 - 10th. Please check it daily for additions - but I believe all the noteworthy events are in!
There is still space for a couple of banners if any companies are interested please email me. Banner ad information will be forwarded upon request. Banner advertising and press / party entrieswill be accepted through July 4th, at which time the site will be considered complete. (Minor adjustments will be made during the show week.) The web site now contains every known party and press function scheduled during MacWorld week in New York, July 7th through July 10th. (Some events occur before and after the actual show.)
Please email any scheduled events or press conferences to <ileneh@aol.com> or use the Event Submission Form on the site <http://www.xensei.com/users/ileneh/partyform.html>.
The "fun stuff to see at the show" page provides a jump start for attendees, so if you have a product announcement please send a 2-line description for that page.
If your preferred email address was not used in this mailing, please fill out the form on the Registration page and send the corrected email address.
Please link to the events page from your web site if you can, and drop me an email if you do set up a link. It would be much appreciated if information found on my site is left there also.
The URLs are as follows: (Please link to the first URL)
Party registration page: (Register your events/parties here!) <http://www.xensei.com/users/ileneh/partyform.html>
I would like to thank STF Technologies, Blueworld Communications, Maxum Development, Now Software, GoLive, Akimbo Systems, Macromedia, Shaman Corporation, and Barebones Software for their past help in preparing these pages. Without YOUR support I would have to work instead of compiling this page and having fun at the show! Please support these companies and don't forget to drop a little summer cheer to DQ in Robert Hess's name. Robert was the original creator of this list and we all own him our gratitude.
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