Posts by Anthony Frausto-Robledo, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Author at Architosh - Page 35 of 41
Apple’s graphics investment Imagination buys Caustic Graphics
Apple is likely to have the benefits of OpenRL based raytracing in future iOS devices like the next iPhone and next iPad, based on the recent investment by Imagination Technologies in Caustic Graphics.
Latest version of Ayam free 3D modeling v.1.18.2
Latest version of the free 3D software Ayam released just before Christmas.
Luxology’s new modo 501
modo 501 out and supports Pixar SubDivision Surfaces and a lot more….
Product Review: Autodesk Mudbox 2011
In this feature article Architosh reviews Autodesk’s Mudbox 2011 for the 64-bit Mac Snow Leopard platform.
Exclusive: AutoCAD’s Fateful Return to the Mac
In this exclusive feature report Autodesk talks to Architosh about their fateful return of AutoCAD to the Apple Mac platform after nearly two decades absence.
SynthEyes 2011 released
Andersson Technologies LLC has released the new SynthEyes 2011 – a major new release of the popular camera tracking (aka: match-moving) and stabilization software.
Nemetschek offers Landmark Boot Camp
Nemetschek offers Boot Camp webinar on Vectorworks Landmark
Graphisoft touts its Global Open BIM event
Graphisoft touts its innovation muscle in first Global BIM Event – showcasing Graphisoft BIM Server with Delta Server technology. Over 1000 registered for event globally.
Norway High Schools get ArchiCAD in Curriculum
Norway embraces ArchiCAD for its high-schools, bringing cutting edge BIM technology to over 200,000 students.
KeyShot supported added to Autodesk products
Luxion adds support to Autodesk products at AU 2010.
Product Review: Matrox DualHead2Go DP Edition
In one of our first hardware product reviews in quite some time, Architosh put Matrox’s DualHead2Go DP Edition GXM multi-monitor solutions through its paces, configuring the unit to dual 20-inch Apple Cinema Displays and powering the unit off a 2009 MacBook with Nvidia graphics. This very in-depth reviews walks through the installation and discusses configuration items when concerned with CAD and 3D professionals.
Tidbits: Blender, ArchiCAD and other news
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on Blender receiving best open source software award in the graphic category; news on the Danish version of ArchiCAD 14 and Luxion’s KeyShot.
Tidbits: Artlantis, e-on Vue and Cheetah 3D news
Mac CAD and 3D News: Abvent is getting closer to a 64-bit version of Artlantis; the entire Vue 9 product line up is now available and finally Cheetah 3D version 5.6 is a nice little free update for existing users.
World Event: Graphisoft to demo BIM Collaboration
Graphisoft is co-hosting live webinar demonstrating the power of true BIM collaboration using its revolutionary BIM Server technologies.
Nvidia delivers Quadro Fermi Architecture for Mac Pro
Nvidia releases Quadro 4000 GPU with Fermi Architecture for Mac Pro.
Hottest new stars in Architecture do their work with ArchiCAD
Leading young architecture firms utilize ArchiCAD for their critical practices.
EIAS3D announces EIAS version 9 news
Electric Image Animation System version 9 planned detailed and news announced. New owners promise biggest update in recent history with new modernized core components.
Luxion supports PTC Creo Elements on Mac/PC
PTC unveils Creo Elements and Luxion is a launch partner with its KeyShot support for Creo Elements on both Mac and PC
Graphisoft and ICS at Build Boston 2010 – BIM Event
BIM ArchiCAD events and workshops at Build Boston 2010
Localized Versions of Vectorworks 2011 available
Localized versions of Vectorworks 2011 have begun shipping in Europe
ASUNI CAD introduces VisualARQ, Rhino plugin for Architects
VisualARQ introduced as new architectural modeling extension for Rhino. Mac OS X version aimed at Rhino 5.
Nemetschek Vectorworks joins Georgia Institute of Technology Digital Building Laboratory
Nemetschek joines Georgia Tech DBL as Corporate Sponsor.
Graphisoft to demonstrate Power of Open Collaboration
Webcast event by Graphisoft will demonstrate the power and efficiency of ArchiCAD 14’s proven technologies and IFC workflows.
Mac Unit Growth Remains Impressive Despite iPad
Apple’s Mac units continue to climb at a healthy rate, but the iPad is having an affect, just not a big one yet.
Some tech notes on AutoCAD for Mac
In this article we cover some additional notes on AutoCAD for Mac after today’s official product release.
Just one big problem – Notes on AutoCAD for Mac
Today is a big day for CAD on the Mac and Apple and Autodesk. Will this lead to Apple’s further involvement in architecture? The answer to that is probably still unclear.
Autodesk officially releases AutoCAD for Mac OS X
Autodesk officially announces AutoCAD for Mac – product is now available.
Lightworks announces Lightworks Author 2011
Lightworks in England has updated their rendering technology, adding more realism to software developers tapping their rendering engine.
Terry & Terry Architecture wins AIA Award using ArchiCAD
Terry & Terry Architecture, an award-winning firm in the Bay Area has succeeded with the use of ArchiCAD in their practice.
Tidbits: Bryce, solidThinking and Mac OS news
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on Bryce 7 Pro and solidThinking news. We also have a tidbit
Tidbits: Maher on Mac CAD, Scia and more news
Mac CAD and 3D News: Maher talks about Mac CAD going Pro and we have news on Scia and T-Splines.
PanzerCAD releases CameraMatch 2011 for Vectorworks 2011
PanzerCAD announces new CameraMatch 2011 for Vectorworks 2011 product line
AutoDesSys announces Bonzai 3D 2.2
AutoDesSys updates Bonzai 3D to version 2.2 – New features and some new changes to Google Integration
Dassault Systemes releases DraftSight 2D CAD system for Mac
French Dassault Systemes, a world-leader in MCAD and PLM has released its new free 2D DWG CAD software, DraftSight, for the Apple Mac platform.
iRhino 3D updated to version 1.1
iRhino 3D gets updated to version 1.1. The new iPad application is designed to allow you to view and navigate your Rhino models wherever you go!
Luxology Talks About GPU vs CPU Rendering
Video highlights Luxology’s research into GPU rendering.
SU Podium version 2 released
SU Podium 2.0 is out and with a brand new rendering engine.
Vectorworks 2011 – A Preview in Boston
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. introduces Vectorworks 2011 this week with several landmark development milestones.
Vectorworks 2011 Released – New Cinema 4D Engine
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. announces next big release with Vectorworks 2011 product lineup.
Engineered Software releases PowerCADD 9
Engineered Software updates PowerCADD to version 9 – introduces Snow Leopard Support, 64-bit optimization and many new features
SketchUp 8 – New Features and Solids
Google’s recently released SketchUp 8 offers some powerful new tools, including a suite of true solids functions.
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. partners with Maxon Computer
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. partners with Maxon on CINEMA 4D integration into Renderworks
60-sec TV spot for AutoCAD’s return to the Mac
Autodesk has produced high-quality (TV ad) worthy 60-second long video of AutoCAD 2011 for the Mac.
Autodesk finally comes back to the Mac
Autodesk announces a native Mac OS X version of its flagship application AutoCAD, plus Autodesk WS for iOS.
In-Depth: Architosh talks to the makers of Rform
In our latest Product In-Depth feature, Paul Lopes, co-creator of Rform, the AEC industry’s newest cool Web-based application, talks to Architosh about how he and his architect brother have created a streamlined process for architects and general contractors to work more simply and swiftly during the construction administration phase of AEC projects.
Tidbit: Fascinating 3D patents for future iPhones
Apple files fascinating 3D patents for future iPhones the portend to exciting applications for architects, urban planners and environmental professionals.
solidThinking at IDSA – Sneak Peak of What’s New
solidThinking to showcase new features at upcoming IDSA International Conference
SIG: ILM turns to Luxology’s modo
George Lucas’s Industrial Light and Magic has made Luxology’s modo an essential part of its toolset.
Tidbits: SIGGRAPH, Vectorworks and ArchiCAD news
Mac CAD and 3D News: Today’s tidbits note ArchiCAD and Vectorworks BIM news items plus a note about our SIGGRAPH coverage.
SIG: Lightworks unveils power of OptiX
Lightworks has announced they are previewing their new OptiX technology at SIGGRAPH – brings latest Nvidia CUDA architecture to ray tracing acceleration in future Lightworks products.
SIG: Khronos Group announces OpenGL 4.1
The Khronos Group announces OpenGL 4.1 specification at SIGGRAPH 2010 in Los Angeles.
Tidbits: ArchiOffice 2010, pre-SIGGRAPH news
Mac 3D and CAD News: We have lots of interesting tidbits today. First off the ArchiOffice 2010 webinar is a must-see event for architects looking to streamline their practices and in turn sharpen their services and increase their revenues and profitability; In other news early pre-release SIGGRAPH tidbits are quite exciting. We have news of a brand new application for the architectural visualization market coming from e-on software, plus another new application and the Vue 9 preview lineup.
Luxion’s KeyShot 2 is out!
Luxion releases KeyShot 2 – next generation of GPU accelerated interactive raytracing rendering program
Pixologic to unveil ZBrush 4.0
Pixologic to unveil the latest version of ZBrush, version 4.0, at the SIGGRAPH show in Los Angeles laster in July.
Draft for iPad – new drawing app from 37signals
37 Signals creates Draft for iPad. New tools is highly focused like the rest of the company’s signature applications.
Tidbits: Cheetah 3D and ArchiCAD news
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on Cheetah 3D and its new particle system, plus ArchiCAD 14 distribution news and a recent BIM Server competition and its winner.
Craft Animation offers Architectural Edition
Craft Animations releases CDS Architectural Edition for users of 2011 Autodesk 3ds Max and Softimage.
Tidbits: DraftSight, V-ray for Maya
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have a very interesting tidbit on Dassault Systemes announcing a brand new 2D CAD product that will make its way to the Mac platform later this year. Apparently SolidWorks customers were not so happy with that company’s 2D tools and DraftSight is the answer. In other news V-ray for Maya has been updated by ChaosGroup.
Mac in CAD getting big: Grabowski riding every wave
Grabowski is writing more and more about the Mac these days. But what does it mean? Is CAD on the Mac coming back stronger than ever or is it just a passing fad?