For the benefit of those who either couldn’t make it to the recent Wakefield Show – or who were there exhibiting, so were busy manning their stands – Ruth Gunstone has now put her recordings of the talks on YouTube. The talks were as follows: Andrew Rawnsley, talking on behalf of R-Comp/R-Comp Interactive, and RISC OS Developments. Rob Sprowson, talking on behalf of RISC OS Open Ltd. Matthew Phillips, talking on behalf of Sine Nomine. Tom Williamson, talking on behalf of WiFi Sheep and Ident Computers. Chris Evans, talking on…
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Steve Fryatt launches Launcher to the wider world
Well, the wider RISC OS world, anyway! Initially available at the Wakefield Show as part of his CD software collection, proceeds from which go to a good cause, it is now possible to download Steve Fryatt’s, erm, application launcher application, Launcher! The software can be downloaded either from Steve’s own website, or via !Store.
Read MoreSteve Fryatt talks lesser known software in Wakefield on 1st May
Even though the show they organise took place only yesterday, the Wakefield RISC OS Computer Club (WROCC) will be holding their next meeting this week, on Wednesday 1st May. The guest speaker will be the group’s own Steve Fryatt.
Read MoreNews nybble: R-Comp and RCI at the Wakefield Show
R-Comp and RCI will be at the Wakefield Show on 27th April with a number of updated software packages. NetFetch 5.50, released earlier this month, benefits from increased security thanks to the new AcornSSL module, and Messenger Pro 8.02 gains ‘Big mode’ support on ARMBook laptops. Fireworkz Pro 2.22 sees further improvements to its database integration and more, while Genealogy Records adds support for DNA testing and matching, and other features. The ARMX6 graphics acceleration module, meanwhile, will see a new version released in time for the show with some…
Read MoreNews nybble: CJE Micro’s and 4D at the Wakefield Show
Having missed this year’s Southwest Show, CJE Micro’s (and 4D) – the little shop with a lot of stock – will be exhibiting at the Wakefield Show on Saturday, 27th April, with their usual wide selection of items from their catalogue, including a number of new products. There will be small displays with multiple inputs, including HDMI, the ZIDEFS IDE interface podule, the econet clock/hub designed by Simon Inns. In terms of computers, there will be a selection of models from the RapidO range, the RaspberryRO Lite, and much more.…
Read MoreRISCOSbits launching new Wispy products at Wakefield
Providers of a WiFi solution in the form of Wispy, which allows RISC OS computers to access wireless network connections, RISCOSbits will be at Saturday’s Wakefield Show with a number of new products in the range.
Read MoreGrab the Soft Rock Software Collection at a bargain price at the Wakefield Show
Soft Rock Software will be at the Wakefield Show on Saturday with the usual range of goodies – the RiscPiC cases (now available in both the original -mini and the long-awaited -standard forms) and the Soft Rock Software Collection on both CD and USB flash drive.
Read MoreSomething new from Steve Fryatt at Wakefield
Well, when I say new… Steve Fryatt will once again be attending the Wakefield Show this coming Saturday, at which lucky attendees will be able to purchase his collection of RISC OS software on a flat shiny disc in exchange for a crisp fiver. The CD contains a wealth of software, with – probably – something for everyone:
Read MoreElesar Ltd again opens click and collect option for Wakefield
A now customary arrangement for RISC OS shows, Elesar Ltd – Rob Sprowson’s operation that has brought us the Titanium motherboard, a 105-key mechanical keyboard with red function keys, and software such as CloudFS – is once again offering a click and collect option in time for the upcoming show.
Read MoreWakefield Show prize draw
In for a PiRO, in for a pound Visitors to the annual Wakefield Show, which takes place on Saturday, 27th April, will have the opportunity to enter into a prize draw to win one of three prizes.
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