http://forums.axiotron.com/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:18:41 -0800 MyBB http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=799 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:51:57 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=799 Quote:Graphics? Enjoy NVIDIA® GeForce® 9400M graphics processing.


The press release states 9600M GT.

If we have a unibody MacBook Pro with the dual graphics cards, will it keep the 9600? For the price to convert an existing MacBook Pro being more than the MacBook Pro itself, it would seem unfair to remove the 9600.

Thanks!]]> Quote:Graphics? Enjoy NVIDIA® GeForce® 9400M graphics processing.


The press release states 9600M GT.

If we have a unibody MacBook Pro with the dual graphics cards, will it keep the 9600? For the price to convert an existing MacBook Pro being more than the MacBook Pro itself, it would seem unfair to remove the 9600.

Thanks!]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=798 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:08:33 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=798
I was very interested in purchasing the ModBook Pro. I live in Montreal and I visited the IStore that will mod it for me. They informed me that mods for the new MacBook Pros will take place in September.

In the meantime, I'm really in need of a laptop, so I was going to go ahead and buy a MacBook Pro that I will get modded at the IStore in September.

I want to make sure that the specs for the Macbook pro I buy for the mod are correct.

Is this what I should purchase:
http://store.apple.com/ca/cart

Basically, a Macbook Pro 15 inch with a 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 8GB 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM along with a 500GB Serial ATA Drive @ 5400 rpm. Along with a NVIDIA GeForce 9600M graphics card.

I noticed that on the Axiotron site, It states that the mod will work with a 2.53 GHz intelCore duo processor with an Nvidia GeForce 9400 graphics card.

So my question is will the mod work with the higher end processor and graphics card I want to buy?

Also, will the price come down for the mod? As it stands, I'll be paying $3,389 for the macbook pro. On the Axiotron site, it states that the mod will cost $3,049 for a customer supplied base system. That's almost the same price as the computer itself. Can someone tell me if this is price for the mod will change?

Thanks!]]>
I was very interested in purchasing the ModBook Pro. I live in Montreal and I visited the IStore that will mod it for me. They informed me that mods for the new MacBook Pros will take place in September.

In the meantime, I'm really in need of a laptop, so I was going to go ahead and buy a MacBook Pro that I will get modded at the IStore in September.

I want to make sure that the specs for the Macbook pro I buy for the mod are correct.

Is this what I should purchase:
http://store.apple.com/ca/cart

Basically, a Macbook Pro 15 inch with a 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 8GB 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM along with a 500GB Serial ATA Drive @ 5400 rpm. Along with a NVIDIA GeForce 9600M graphics card.

I noticed that on the Axiotron site, It states that the mod will work with a 2.53 GHz intelCore duo processor with an Nvidia GeForce 9400 graphics card.

So my question is will the mod work with the higher end processor and graphics card I want to buy?

Also, will the price come down for the mod? As it stands, I'll be paying $3,389 for the macbook pro. On the Axiotron site, it states that the mod will cost $3,049 for a customer supplied base system. That's almost the same price as the computer itself. Can someone tell me if this is price for the mod will change?

Thanks!]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=797 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:34:05 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=797 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=796 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:44:40 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=796
It doesn't work on this model.

The cursor finds it's position perfectly at the base of the screen. Spot on. At it travel up the screen towards the top right, the cursor goes more and more off point. It is aligned at least 5mm to the right and down from the position over which the pen is positioned.

This isn't acceptable for a device designed to make graphic design work better.

I've read the user guide and adjusted the calibration as suggested but the problem persists.]]>
It doesn't work on this model.

The cursor finds it's position perfectly at the base of the screen. Spot on. At it travel up the screen towards the top right, the cursor goes more and more off point. It is aligned at least 5mm to the right and down from the position over which the pen is positioned.

This isn't acceptable for a device designed to make graphic design work better.

I've read the user guide and adjusted the calibration as suggested but the problem persists.]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=795 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:24:30 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=795
I saw this feature being demonstrated in the Modbook demo films last October and wrote to the supplier to ask specifically if this chipset would be included.

The GPS utility also doesn't seem to work.

It was a very difficult process to have this computer delivered. I sent off my Macbook for conversion 24 days ago and expected to have it back in a week at most. 3 weeks later it still hadn't arrived so it's extremely disappointing that it isn't working as specified.

Any advice on the Quickflip and the GPS utility will be gratefully received.

Tom]]>
I saw this feature being demonstrated in the Modbook demo films last October and wrote to the supplier to ask specifically if this chipset would be included.

The GPS utility also doesn't seem to work.

It was a very difficult process to have this computer delivered. I sent off my Macbook for conversion 24 days ago and expected to have it back in a week at most. 3 weeks later it still hadn't arrived so it's extremely disappointing that it isn't working as specified.

Any advice on the Quickflip and the GPS utility will be gratefully received.

Tom]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=794 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:02:31 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=794 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=793 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:03:38 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=793 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=792 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:03:12 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=792
A well known issue with Macbook cases is that not infrequently the hard plastic, indestructible white case starts to crack. Only they know why. If that happens to you, you simply take your Macbook to any Apple store and they will replace it. Thats the beauty of Apple. If you read the terms of the contract it can be interpreted in many ways (as always), including that such cracking is "is normal wear and tear" and therefore not covered. Nonetheless APPLE does repair it, keeping us loyal and happy - see here: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa...5&tstart=0

Two months after I bought my Modbook I noticed a crack in one of the corners!!! I immediately contacted Other World Computing (OWC) and I was told to contact a different company as Axiotron builds, OWC sells, and this other one repairs.

Then I was told that this cracking, this well known issue for Apple computers, it isn't covered under the Axiotron warranty. If I wanted it repaired, I would have to pay out of pocket. This for a two month old, $2,000, otherwise awesome computer. At the time I opted not to, thinking it wasn't too big a deal since I loved my Modbook.

Now the issue has gotten worse; the cracks are deep and I am concerned it will literally fall apart. So I called again and said, "Alright - how do we do this?" Not only did they reiterate that I was no longer within the 1 year warranty (as if it would have been covered somehow, which I know is false), but now customer service in OWC is saying they don't even know if it can be repaired! They might not have the parts necessary for a tablet they made less than 2 years ago!

At this point I am waiting to be contacted by a manager and will go from there, but... what up, Axiotron?! I am sure this isn't the kind of marketing you have in mind for the company.

Does any body else have any experience with the same issue, and if so, how did you manage to repair your Modbook?]]>
A well known issue with Macbook cases is that not infrequently the hard plastic, indestructible white case starts to crack. Only they know why. If that happens to you, you simply take your Macbook to any Apple store and they will replace it. Thats the beauty of Apple. If you read the terms of the contract it can be interpreted in many ways (as always), including that such cracking is "is normal wear and tear" and therefore not covered. Nonetheless APPLE does repair it, keeping us loyal and happy - see here: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa...5&tstart=0

Two months after I bought my Modbook I noticed a crack in one of the corners!!! I immediately contacted Other World Computing (OWC) and I was told to contact a different company as Axiotron builds, OWC sells, and this other one repairs.

Then I was told that this cracking, this well known issue for Apple computers, it isn't covered under the Axiotron warranty. If I wanted it repaired, I would have to pay out of pocket. This for a two month old, $2,000, otherwise awesome computer. At the time I opted not to, thinking it wasn't too big a deal since I loved my Modbook.

Now the issue has gotten worse; the cracks are deep and I am concerned it will literally fall apart. So I called again and said, "Alright - how do we do this?" Not only did they reiterate that I was no longer within the 1 year warranty (as if it would have been covered somehow, which I know is false), but now customer service in OWC is saying they don't even know if it can be repaired! They might not have the parts necessary for a tablet they made less than 2 years ago!

At this point I am waiting to be contacted by a manager and will go from there, but... what up, Axiotron?! I am sure this isn't the kind of marketing you have in mind for the company.

Does any body else have any experience with the same issue, and if so, how did you manage to repair your Modbook?]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=790 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:53:02 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=790
Also, when it first boots up, it's s'posed walk you through the usual first set-up routine where you input your info, including your password. No such thing. This ModBook has some other password in it and I don't know what it is, nor how to change it.

Finally the charging system is out. I took it to my local Mac Dealer/repair, and they tested it with their own charger, then did a restart/reboot, pulled the battery and pressed the restart, all of that. Conclusion: it's in the charging circuits or system.

Of course, as an illustrator, I needed this thing yesterday so I could work during a trip I'm taking!]]>
Also, when it first boots up, it's s'posed walk you through the usual first set-up routine where you input your info, including your password. No such thing. This ModBook has some other password in it and I don't know what it is, nor how to change it.

Finally the charging system is out. I took it to my local Mac Dealer/repair, and they tested it with their own charger, then did a restart/reboot, pulled the battery and pressed the restart, all of that. Conclusion: it's in the charging circuits or system.

Of course, as an illustrator, I needed this thing yesterday so I could work during a trip I'm taking!]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=789 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:07:41 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=789
There are so many things wrong with the iPad, so many opportunities to show apple how it's done.

I have always wished my tablet had a cartridge slot for my iphone, and when my iphone was docked in it's cartridge style slot, I would be tethered to the 3g plan I already pay for, and I could run my iphone apps like widgets on my desktop. That would make my tablet a more powerful extension of my iphone, and yet still justify both devices while negating the need for 2 separate 3g contracts which is asking a lot, even for the most dedicated fanboys. I would happily jailbreak my iPhone to use such a tablet, as would many others, I'm sure.

With iPad being such a blatantly lazy and greedy play by Apple, you have an opportunity to make make something cool.

The free pen thing is sort of embarrassing.]]>
There are so many things wrong with the iPad, so many opportunities to show apple how it's done.

I have always wished my tablet had a cartridge slot for my iphone, and when my iphone was docked in it's cartridge style slot, I would be tethered to the 3g plan I already pay for, and I could run my iphone apps like widgets on my desktop. That would make my tablet a more powerful extension of my iphone, and yet still justify both devices while negating the need for 2 separate 3g contracts which is asking a lot, even for the most dedicated fanboys. I would happily jailbreak my iPhone to use such a tablet, as would many others, I'm sure.

With iPad being such a blatantly lazy and greedy play by Apple, you have an opportunity to make make something cool.

The free pen thing is sort of embarrassing.]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=788 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:54:06 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=788 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=787 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:47:18 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=787
If I get the current modbook , will I be able to get SynergyTouch when it comes out later?

Will it be a hardware upgrade? or will it be just a software one?

Also, will the upgrade be free? if not, what is the expected price range?]]>
If I get the current modbook , will I be able to get SynergyTouch when it comes out later?

Will it be a hardware upgrade? or will it be just a software one?

Also, will the upgrade be free? if not, what is the expected price range?]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=786 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 02:53:13 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=786 Usually there's a button on a wacom. And there's a way to make it work for both displays at the same time.

How it is now:
1. Open System Preferences
2. Open "Pen Tablet"
3. -> Reopen System Preferences in 32-bit mode
4. Calibrate
5. Choose other display.
To switch back – i need a mouse.

Am i missing something? That's certainly not the way it should work with second display.]]> Usually there's a button on a wacom. And there's a way to make it work for both displays at the same time.

How it is now:
1. Open System Preferences
2. Open "Pen Tablet"
3. -> Reopen System Preferences in 32-bit mode
4. Calibrate
5. Choose other display.
To switch back – i need a mouse.

Am i missing something? That's certainly not the way it should work with second display.]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=785 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:41:25 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=785
Check back or subscribe to get Axiotron's updates to this thread.]]>
Check back or subscribe to get Axiotron's updates to this thread.]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=784 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:25:08 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=784
As with the first and second public betas, you are invited to leave feedback, comments and suggestions regarding Quickscript by posting to this thread or creating new threads. We welcome your participation! (Be sure to read the Unsolicited Ideas Submission Policy if you have questions about posting to these forums.)

If you have the Beta 2 version of Quickscript on your machine, you can download and install the Beta 3 version directly over it.

For a log of known issues, go here.

Axiotron also announced today that Quickscript is scheduled to be available for purchase in April 2010!

Enjoy!]]>
As with the first and second public betas, you are invited to leave feedback, comments and suggestions regarding Quickscript by posting to this thread or creating new threads. We welcome your participation! (Be sure to read the Unsolicited Ideas Submission Policy if you have questions about posting to these forums.)

If you have the Beta 2 version of Quickscript on your machine, you can download and install the Beta 3 version directly over it.

For a log of known issues, go here.

Axiotron also announced today that Quickscript is scheduled to be available for purchase in April 2010!

Enjoy!]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=783 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:19:33 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=783
The LED screen backlight fails to function in 2 days time, is that because of this?]]>
The LED screen backlight fails to function in 2 days time, is that because of this?]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=782 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:32:11 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=782 I really want to buy this for my art endeavors but does it have internet? Can it also play movies? Also, can we play games at a decent graphics ?]]> I really want to buy this for my art endeavors but does it have internet? Can it also play movies? Also, can we play games at a decent graphics ?]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=781 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:24:51 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=781 Which do you recommend for a better Apple Tablet: The Axiotron Modbook or the Troll Touch Macbook?I am considering getting an Apple tablet. I am not sure which to get. I know the Troll Touch Macbook is cheaper, but the Modbook is better in some ways. To find out more about each, then tell me what you think.
Thanks for your help.]]> Which do you recommend for a better Apple Tablet: The Axiotron Modbook or the Troll Touch Macbook?I am considering getting an Apple tablet. I am not sure which to get. I know the Troll Touch Macbook is cheaper, but the Modbook is better in some ways. To find out more about each, then tell me what you think.
Thanks for your help.]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=780 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:18:39 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=780 What do you think about your Axiotron Modbook & is there any problems?
I also want to know whether it is worth buying the new Axiotron Modbook Pro?]]> What do you think about your Axiotron Modbook & is there any problems?
I also want to know whether it is worth buying the new Axiotron Modbook Pro?]]> http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=779 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:51:56 -0800 http://forums.axiotron.com/showthread.php?tid=779 I received my modbook from OWC last friday, and I do not know what to do: the system was installed but the digitizer pen does not act like a mouse or a trackpad. I can not tap nor click to open any application but the ones who are in the dock, I can use the quickclicks keyboard, but not all functions works (I can not use it to log out for example). I can not access to the scrolling menu in the menu bar of the modbook. I can open the system preferences by clicking on it with the pen in the dock but I cannot set the preferences and I notice that I do not have any "tablet" preferences. I cannot reinstall the axiotron softwares because I cannot acces the fields in the dialog window.
Can anybody help me, I tried to contact OWC technical support but nobody answered to me.]]> I received my modbook from OWC last friday, and I do not know what to do: the system was installed but the digitizer pen does not act like a mouse or a trackpad. I can not tap nor click to open any application but the ones who are in the dock, I can use the quickclicks keyboard, but not all functions works (I can not use it to log out for example). I can not access to the scrolling menu in the menu bar of the modbook. I can open the system preferences by clicking on it with the pen in the dock but I cannot set the preferences and I notice that I do not have any "tablet" preferences. I cannot reinstall the axiotron softwares because I cannot acces the fields in the dialog window.
Can anybody help me, I tried to contact OWC technical support but nobody answered to me.]]>