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Super VFX for Realtime Animation – PopcornFX Plug-in for Reallusion iClone.

Reallusion partners with Persistant Studios, PopcornFX, the multi-platform & cross-engine real-time particle effects industry leader for real-time visual effects. iClone 7 adds particle realism with the PopcornFX runtime integration, particles library, and extensive VFX creation through PopcornFX’s powerful editor.

The PopcornFX engine now tightly integrates with iClone’s lighting, physics and timeline animation systems, while retaining full custom import and attribute adjustment capabilities. Achieve top level quality VFX with PopcornFX, currently in use in a wide variety of game productions, from indies to AAA.

“The integrated result of iClone and PopcornFX is phenomenal due to the invaluable teamwork with Persistant Studios. Now iClone users can design brand new VFX using the powerful PopcornFX Editor. Reallusion has dedicated lots of effort to building five VFX Tools that allow users to create custom particle effects without the need to write a single line of code. Additionally, we have produced a substantial amount of learning samples and training materials to get anyone started with this amazing technology.” – Charles Chen / Reallusion CEO

Super PopcornFX Tools – Five Essential Particle Builders for iClone

To make professional VFX generation easy to master without coding, Reallusion has made a special investment to design five exclusive Emitter Tools. Each of the 5 Super Tools are dedicated to one specific emitter type with all the crucial attributes, blend modes, and abilities to replace a custom mesh along with sound or sprite resources in order generate unique visual effects. These tools are integrated with iClone physics, global illumination and self-cast shadows, as well as textures, sprites, and mesh import for maximum flexibility.

Texture Tool

The classic Texture Tool emits image billboards, which can either be selected from a sprite sheet or from a single image. It is frequently used to create effects like fog, rain, smoke, bubbles, fire and explosions

Text Tool

The Text Tools are designed for creating text animations like: Titling, Teleprompting, and Scrolling Descriptions, or to work as Text Labeling in any 3D stage. Users can sequentially display multiple lines of text for TV subtitle effects.

Ribbon Tool

This Ribbon Emitter connects particles or sprites into a seamless stripe to create swirling, twirling or trailing animations in 3D space. It is widely used for casting magic spells, simulating a swimming school of fish, wiggling snakes or hovering insects.

Distortion Tool

This Distortion Emitter generates transparent particles to simulate water, heat or ripples. The visual illusion is caused by the refraction of normal images. Realistic visual effects can be achieved by using animated image sprites, or transforming them during their lifetime.

PopcornFX Learning Samples 50

Self-learning resources to quickly demystify VFX production

This Learning Sample Library includes more than 50 application samples, functional projects, and quick video tutorials which are designed to demonstrate how to utilize the PopcornFX Super Tools for real-life applications. Users can easily inspect the included resource files and attribute settings, or learn to modify them for unique innovations.

About Reallusion: http://www.reallusion.com – Reallusion Inc. is a 2D and 3D animation software and content developer. Reallusion specializes in the development of realtime 2D and 3D cinematic animation tools for consumers, students and professionals. The company provides users with easy to use avatar animation, facial morphing and voice lipsync solutions for real-time 3D filmmaking, and previsualization for professional post production. Reallusion’s core technologies are widely used by trainers, educators, game developers and filmmakers.

About Persistant Studios: https://www.popcornfx.com/ – Created in 2005, PopcornFX is your realtime particle effects solution for games, films, AR/VR/MR & live shows. PopcornFX is the leading FX editor and used in a wide variety of game productions, targeted platforms and engines (Unity, Unreal & in-house), Realtime Applications and employed on-set previsualization and full body tracking adding RealtimeFX.

We check out the Argos version of the Nokia 3310. The Alba dual sim retro phone.

This new phone has just launched in Argos and by any stretch you cant deny its almost identical to the reborn Nokia 3310, Well ok it is slightly bigger and has dual sim support and it even has its own version of snake built in, there is however many other features on this device you would not normally see on such a phone and this just costs 37.99 and can be bought in Argos UK and Ireland.

MENU GALLERY

The classic retro. Made in that style everyone has come to know and love, this Alba phone is packed with top features. Under the hood, you’ll find everything you need – send text messages, and pop files back and forth to friends and family with Bluetooth 2.1. The 2.4-inch screen is great for games too.

Other features also include phone book, FM radio, MP3 player, alarm, calendar, calculator, torch and a 2G internet-browsing function.

2 dedicated SIM slots allow you to manage two networks at once. Use one for work and one for your social life, or even one LOCAL SIM and the other for local network services abroad.

Supports 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. All Alba mobile phones come with a 2-year manufacturer’s guarantee. Any questions you might have as always feel free to ask below or on social, All our links are on the top right of site. Also we are giving this away so stay tuned for that..

WE ARE HAVING A COMPETITION TO GIVE THIS PHONE AWAY HERE

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#GDPR – What you should be doing now: Real-World Scenarios – #WardGDPR2018

The seminar will offer a great opportunity for business owners and professionals to get an overview of what needs to be done in the coming months to prepare for GDPR. Ward ran a similar GDPR event last year which was attended by over 100 people.

Dublin City Council’s ICT manager Brian Curtis will highlight some of the steps that the Council has taken towards GDPR compliance, and outline some of their experiences along the way. Other speakers on the day will include Sean O’Donnell, partner with ByrneWallace Solicitors, and Ward Solutions’ CTO Paul Hogan.

Ward Solutions, Ireland’s leading information security provider, will host a seminar on March 7^th in the Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2, to help Irish organisations to establish where they should be on their GDPR compliance journey. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to come into force on 25^th May this year, and companies now have a limited amount of time to implement the necessary steps to protect their interests.

In recent months Ward Solutions has launched a number of services aimed at steering its clients towards GDPR compliance. This event will bring together a number of those customers and provide attendees with the opportunity to hear, first-hand, about the steps they have taken to safeguard their businesses. Speakers on the day will include Brian Curtis, Executive Manager ICT, Dublin City Council who will discuss Dublin City Council’s GDPR journey and the steps that the council has taken to become compliant with the legislation. Sean O’Donnell, Partner, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, ByrneWallace, will also speak at the event and discuss how potential GDPR fines will be levied against organisations found to be non-compliant.

**Ward Solutions’ last GDPR seminar was attended by over 100 business owners and professionals**

As well as this, industry experts including Ward Solutions’ CTO, Paul Hogan, and Aisling Hennessey, Head of Legal and Compliance for Ward, will provide advice to attendees on how to prioritise their information security and compliance activities to develop strategies that can identify and mitigate risks to personal data. As the replacement for the 1995 Data Protection Directive, GDPR represents one of the most significant regulatory disruptions in recent years. The new legislation will aim to offer the same data protection rights across the EU, regardless of where data is processed. Companies that fail to demonstrate compliance with the legislation after the enforcement date of May 25^th risk exposing themselves to substantial fines of up to €20M or 4% of global turnover, depending on which is greater.

This seminar provides a unique opportunity for Irish business owners and professionals to gain an insight into the steps that they need to take in the coming months.

When: 08.00 – 13.00 Wednesday, 7^th March 2018

Agenda: 08.00 – 090.00 Registrations

09.00 – 11:45 Presentations and Q&A

11:45 – 12:45 Network & Lunch

Where: The Round Room adjacent to The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2

Admission: Free

For more information about the event and to register, visit: http://bit.ly/2npd1VJ

Unboxing – The Woojer Strap. Feel the sound. #Music #Gaming #VR #DJ #Woojer

This new prodcut has just arrived today and its something quite different, It maybe niche but for anyone that likes sound,music gaming or VR and want to experience something more this is the kit you need called Woojer Strap..

Strap™ delivers powerful hi-fidelity haptic feedback. It is a must-have accessory for any gamer, music lover or audiophile.
Wear Strap™ to FEEL the intensity of a battle or the thrill of a live concert as though you’re actually there…

We will have a quick unboxing today before we charge it up fully and test it out, On a quick start up test its FEELS promising, think of VR for example, no headphones on its not good,its not immersive,this is kind of a similar idea and also works with VR too..

In the box we get..

One size fits all strap
Two 32mm Osci™ Actuators.
Audio cable with 3.5mm jacks
Micro USB charging cable
Instruction manual
Carrying pouch

Woojer is a pioneer in the field of haptic technology with a fundamental patent portfolio and products that deliver high fidelity tactile sensation which reproduce the rich emotion of sound.

See more HERE

UNBOXING

AMI partners with YSI and donates €30,000 of IT equipment to drive social innovation

YSI engages primarily transition year students with programmes that encourage young people to re-imagine and improve the societies they live in. The donation will facilitate the many YSI student-led projects aimed at improving our communities and provide an environmentally friendly solution to YSI’s IT needs.

AMI, Ireland’s leading secure IT retirement company, today announces a new sponsorship with Young Social Innovators (YSI) which includes an initial donation of IT equipment worth in excess of €30,000. AMI, as YSI’s Computer Sponsor, will be supporting Ireland’s largest social innovation and entrepreneurial education programme for 12 to 18 year-old teens. In this role, AMI will supply IT hardware which will be used to facilitate the many student-led projects aimed at improving communities.

Since its founding in 2001, more than 130,000 students have engaged in YSI programmes with 7,000 young people taking part in 2016/17 alone. Over the years young innovators have led more than 5,000 innovative projects designed to address social challenges important to them. AMI is eager to support YSI in fulfilling its goals by reaching more young people across the country and enriching their social innovation learning experience.

Pictured at the announcement that AMI has donated 30,000 of IT equipment to YSI are: (L-R) Rachel Collier, co-founder and CEO, YSI; Philip McMichael, managing director, AMI; and Faye Thomas, business manager, AMI.

AMI specialises in secure IT retirement services and ranks among the world’s top seven companies for the quality of its secure data sanitisation processes, according to the world’s leading IT disposal standards body, ADISA. One quarter of Ireland’s 200 largest IT user organisations already have their old IT devices retired by AMI.

With its experience and resources, AMI is in the ideal position to support YSI as its Computer Sponsor. AMI works to reuse IT equipment where possible and by doing so will offer an environmentally friendly solution to YSI’s IT hardware needs. The donated hardware has been installed in YSI’s premises and will enable students to work on-site and in collaboration with the senior YSI team to hone their innovative solutions.

Philip McMichael, managing director of AMI, said: “Since encountering the work of Young Social Innovators, we have been bowled over by the scale of its ambition. From the innovative and impactful projects developed through the programme, to the imparting of key business and leadership skills to young people, the benefits of Young Social Innovators are huge. That is why we at AMI are delighted to partner with YSI and to support the growth of this fantastic initiative.”

Rachel Collier, co-founder and CEO of Young Social Innovators, said: “YSI’s mission is to develop lifelong skills in young people and empower them to have a real impact in society. Every year we see particularly passionate projects on conservation and the protection of our environment. AMI’s work in re-using and extending the life of IT equipment, coupled with their commitment to a zero landfill policy and environmentally responsible disposal, make them a perfect partner for us.”

“We are committed to growing our programmes and reaching more and more schools, educators and students each year. We are delighted to welcome AMI to our Companies for Social Innovation Network and look forward to their continued support. This will go a long way to ensuring that the power of youth is harnessed to tackle key issues in our society.”

Lomography launches the LC-A Anniversary Editions. #photography #cameras #lomography

To celebrate 25 Years of Lomography have just launched three limited edition models of the LC-A+, LCA 120 and LC-Wide. These unique editions are dressed in brown leather with an embossed message on the back. Over the last 25 years the LC-A cameras have been a constant source of inspiration for creative film photographers and are still inspiring new generations. We have some samples en-route of products from Lomography so stay tuned for more on that.

SUITED AND BOOTED FOR A BIG BIRTHDAY

With us through thick and thin, the Lomo LC-A has been by our side for 25 whole years! As a
touching tribute to our steadfast, old friend — which has won over analogue hearts around
the world with its instantly identifiable moody vignetting and punchy saturated colors —
we’ve created three leather-clad, 25th Anniversary limited editions of the Lomo LC-A+, Lomo
LC-Wide and Lomo LC-A 120.

A CONSTANT SOURCE OF EXPERIMENTAL INSPIRATION
The LC-A has been our go-to, pocket-sized companion for a whole quarter-century now,
amazing us each and every day with its experimental abilities like long exposures, multiple
exposures, lightning-fast zone focusing and so much more, and we can’t wait for you to
experience this loveable live-wire’s creative magic, too!

STEEPED IN ANALOGUE HISTORY
No one could have predicted just how far shock waves would be felt around the analogue
world when a group of footloose Viennese students stumbled across the LC-A camera in 1992.
25 years and millions of stunning pictures after that fateful encounter, the LC-A still stands
proudly at the creative core of Lomography.

See the range HERE

Urbanista announce The FashionableFit range with #HannahAndersson. #fitness

The FashionableFit edition is in a high-gloss material, discrete details and all the functionalities of the award-winning Seattle. These headphones are sturdy (TR90) and have a practical folding function that saves room and makes them easy to pack. They are compatible with devices in all shapes and sizes (Android, iOS and Windows). These come hot off the heels of their other announcements today which are avaialble to see right HERE

The inspirational Hannah Andersson is not only a fitness influencer but also a entrepreneur who want to empower women with her unique workout concepts and clothing line. Urbanista are doing this headphone collection together with Hannah, to bring the positive energy that music brings to every workout. To be healthy never goes out of fashion.

Enjoy a powerful audio experience. These headphones combines sleek design with a kick-ass clear sound, crisp highs and boosted bass.The protein leather headphone-cushions with isolating memory foam mold to the shape of your ears to give you an enjoyable music experience. For a comfortable fit throughout the day, simply adjust the headband and you’re good to go. Seattle FashionableFit x Urbanista is Bluetooth with 12 hours of playtime on a single charge, but don’t worry, it comes with a complimentary fabric cord to plug in if the battery would run out. It is equipped with built in swipe technology so you can control your music and calls with the power of your fingertip.

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Boston Fashionablefit edition

Enjoy a powerful audio experience. These headphones combines sleek design with a kick-ass clear sound, crisp highs and boosted bass. FashionableFit x Urbanista Boston is Bluetooth with 6 hours of playtime on a single charge. Boston is there to help boost your workout. The earphones are water and sweat-resistant (IPX5 certified).

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Urbanista – Announces “New York” headphones two new colours with ANC and more. #Headphones

Need some new cans?? Urbansita have announced two new colours to its “NEW YORK” range which are wireless, Dark Clown (black) and the new smashing color Moon Walk (silver). These also come in a wired edition too. We have reviewed multiple prodcuts form this company whom names its tech after cities and we have many more reviews coming your way soon and so far their goods have proven they are good prodcuts and lasting..

New York Bluetooth headphones featuring active noise cancellation (ANC) means you can wear them at the office or in the bustling streets and enjoy your music undisturbed. With the ANC feature on, you get 16 hours of noise-free, pure musical enjoyment on one single charge. With the ANC feature off, you get 25 hours of wireless music and calls. Should you ever run out of power, you can connect them to your device with the complimentary cable.