+Curious Technology Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Hi, For the last couple months, I've been writing a Mac application for managing Geocaches. I really wasn't happy with anything available for the Mac, and while I have a PC as well I didn't want to switch just to manage caches. That was the impetus for writing this application. I have added a number of unique features that I wanted to see in other apps, but just weren't there. I've finally reached a point where I feel it's ready for beta testing by more than myself and another person. This isn't a public beta, so I am not prepared to release it en mass just yet, however, I am looking for 5-6 people to help me out with testing, finding bugs, and feedback on the app and features. The basic requirements: G4, G5, or Intel based Mac hardware (I would be interested if someone had a G3). I am definately looking for Intel based testers as I have G4 and G5 hardware only. The app is a Universal Binary, so it won't run through rosetta. Mac OSX 10.3.XX or higher. I would like to have at least one 10.3 user to test the app for compatibility, as I only have 10.4 here to test on. A GPSr unit, preferably a Garmin or other Serial based unit. I own a Magellan explorist 210 and my other tester has a 500, so I'm pretty sure my support for "USB Storage" based units works. I have not done any testing with serial based units yet, so I am particularly interested in that. Installed version of Skype with headset recommended (for troubleshooting sessions). Adium will also work if you'd rather chat and troubleshoot. Google Earth for Mac installed (To test features that I have that output to Google earth). Geocaching.com Premium membership highly recommended. If you are interested in helping to test this app, please contact me at: curioustechnology@gmail.com and cut+paste and answer the following in the email: - Name, City (optional), State and Country. - OSX version, version of Mac hardware. - How long have you been a Mac user? - GPS Make and Model. Do you use Serial or USB on your Mac? - What current software, if any, are you using on your Mac/PC for geocache management? - If you are currently using cache management software, how many geocaches are loaded into it? - Do you cache paperless? If so, make and model of your PDA and what software do you use with it? - Are you a Geocaching.com premium member? - How many Geocache Finds do you currently have? - How often do you go Geocaching? Once I receive your email, I'll go over it and email you back. I may have some additional questions. Hopefully the limited beta won't last long, as I've been working hard at fixing all the obvious and major bugs. Thanks in advance, Rich/CT Quote Link to comment
+Curious Technology Posted March 11, 2007 Author Share Posted March 11, 2007 (edited) Still need a few more testers. Are there no Mac geocachers out there? Here's a few of the more interesting features: - Multiple selectable Locations (origins) - Multiple Categories of caches. - Integrated Google Map support - Itinerary generation - Cachemate support - POP3 PQ import Edited March 11, 2007 by Curious Technology Quote Link to comment
+peproue Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 (edited) Sorry slip on the finger. I will email you I may be interested. Edited March 11, 2007 by peproue Quote Link to comment
+salmondan Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Did you get enough testers? Now entering a realm where you and I could be helpful to each other- I'm getting a new GPS and my primary computer is a PowerBookG4. Quote Link to comment
+waz1642 Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Hi, For the last couple months, I've been writing a Mac application for managing Geocaches. I really wasn't happy with anything available for the Mac, and while I have a PC as well I didn't want to switch just to manage caches. That was the impetus for writing this application. I have added a number of unique features that I wanted to see in other apps, but just weren't there. I've finally reached a point where I feel it's ready for beta testing by more than myself and another person. This isn't a public beta, so I am not prepared to release it en mass just yet, however, I am looking for 5-6 people to help me out with testing, finding bugs, and feedback on the app and features. The basic requirements: G4, G5, or Intel based Mac hardware (I would be interested if someone had a G3). I am definately looking for Intel based testers as I have G4 and G5 hardware only. The app is a Universal Binary, so it won't run through rosetta. Mac OSX 10.3.XX or higher. I would like to have at least one 10.3 user to test the app for compatibility, as I only have 10.4 here to test on. A GPSr unit, preferably a Garmin or other Serial based unit. I own a Magellan explorist 210 and my other tester has a 500, so I'm pretty sure my support for "USB Storage" based units works. I have not done any testing with serial based units yet, so I am particularly interested in that. Installed version of Skype with headset recommended (for troubleshooting sessions). Adium will also work if you'd rather chat and troubleshoot. Google Earth for Mac installed (To test features that I have that output to Google earth). Geocaching.com Premium membership highly recommended. If you are interested in helping to test this app, please contact me at: curioustechnology@gmail.com and cut+paste and answer the following in the email: - Name, City (optional), State and Country. - OSX version, version of Mac hardware. - How long have you been a Mac user? - GPS Make and Model. Do you use Serial or USB on your Mac? - What current software, if any, are you using on your Mac/PC for geocache management? - If you are currently using cache management software, how many geocaches are loaded into it? - Do you cache paperless? If so, make and model of your PDA and what software do you use with it? - Are you a Geocaching.com premium member? - How many Geocache Finds do you currently have? - How often do you go Geocaching? Once I receive your email, I'll go over it and email you back. I may have some additional questions. Hopefully the limited beta won't last long, as I've been working hard at fixing all the obvious and major bugs. Thanks in advance, Rich/CT Hi How is the the beta testing going? Waz Quote Link to comment
+admo1972 Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Before I send you an email, please post here if you still need. I have an Intel Mac Pro with 10.4.9, and a G3 powerbook with 10.2.8. I use a Garmin eTrex Vista. No skype, but am willing to try out software and email response. Only 2 caches found so far, so I am very new to this. Quote Link to comment
moonpup Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Port it over to linux, and I'll be the first in line Quote Link to comment
+DNStephens Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 I just discovered this thread and topic (I usually hang out in the Canada forum but a new Garmin Map60Cx brought me here) My eMail is on the way. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
+roogles Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Haven't been geocaching long, but just started using the forums today and found this thread. Email headed your way. -Roogles Quote Link to comment
+KaiserKlan Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Still need a few more testers. Are there no Mac geocachers out there? Here's a few of the more interesting features: - Multiple selectable Locations (origins) - Multiple Categories of caches. - Integrated Google Map support - Itinerary generation - Cachemate support - POP3 PQ import Just saw the post, please, please send me your application, I'll give it a shot. Quote Link to comment
+jchiar Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 I sent you an email! please send me more info Quote Link to comment
+renruts Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 Port it over to linux, and I'll be the first in line I too would be interested in seeing this ported to a package that could be complied by *nix variants. Quote Link to comment
+jchiar Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 anyone try this and reviewing it? Quote Link to comment
+Curious Technology Posted June 8, 2007 Author Share Posted June 8, 2007 Sorry for the delay in processing beta testers. I've been out of the loop because of an employment change. I will be continuing the development and beta applications over the weekend. Thanks! Quote Link to comment
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