Glitterboo.com version 1.2 -
This version addresses two bugs which would appear in specific circumstance.
glowtxt.com now supports semi-transparency for non-animated images.
These are now output as 24-bit PNG files. Animations are still in .GIF format.
This makes it much easier to place text on a web page with a background image, and have it blend in smoothly to the background, or using the text as an overlay in photo editing software. All web browsers support this with the exception of IE6.
Another effect from this change is that using a background colour with text now gives a much nicer shining outline compared to previously. Use the “Super” glow option for maximum effect.
This means that you can upload a GIF or PNG with transparent areas and download glittery animations with those transparent areas still intact.
More details on support / FAQ page here
Tiltshiftmaker 1.3 is released, new in this version -
Major updates:
New Large preview mode – displays a single large window which shows the edited image.
Standard preview is now called “compact” mode – the size of this preview has also been increased.
New “Bokeh Boost” processing replace the old “Enhance Bokeh” control. This has been completely rewritten from the ground up to enable you to produce some really cool effects.
Bokeh shapes are now Bokeh Styles. These are in 3 categories, with 18 styles available in each category (for members). Bokeh styles cover the range from lens-like styles to abstract shapes, to motifs and symbols.
New membership option replaces old credit code system. Due to better code efficiency in this release, we can now offer unlimited hi-res downloads to paid members. Credit code users can still use their credit codes, or alternatively they can be converted to a membership account here.
Other changes:
Editing page was redesigned to be more streamlined and have neutral grey borders to reduce screen glare. Flickr group photos are now also displayed on the editing page, along with twitter and external tilt-shift photo related blog updates and links.
The maximum range of the “Focus size” slider has been increased. This means that you can have more of the photo in focus if you wish.
A bokeh effects page was added to show some examples of using different bokeh styles and settings on a number of photos.
New font colour feature added – choose from 8 colour/texture styles for each font. Almost 500 combinations available.
New settings auto-update – more immediate feedback when changing font settings.
IE6 layout fix. For the 2% of IE6 visitors.
(Photo by Thomas R. Stegelmann)
