SilverScreen 2.1 Offers VFS Support
PocketSensei has released SilverScreen 2.1, an update to their application launcher. It now supports VFS expansion cards. Both the Palm m500 series and all Clié models will be able to access applications stored on expansion cards. All Clié models will be able to launch applications directly from Memory Sticks without having to wait for OS 4.0. All users will be able to categorize applications. SilverScreen 2.1 is available now for $20.
Unlike the Palm OS 4.0 application launcher, which makes users switch to a special "Card" category, SilverScreen displays all applications immediately and in the same view as applications in RAM. A small indicator in the lower right hand corner of the icon will distinguish external applications from those found on the device.
There is no separate program required to move applications between RAM and the expansion card and there is no waiting for a copy dialog. To move file, drag it to a toolbox folder and tap "move" or "copy."
Bohm S. Kim, President of PocketSensei, said, "We believe we have implemented VFS support in a manner consistent with the SilverScreen philosophy--fast, easy and elegant."
PocketSensei has tested SilverScreen 2.1 with both Palm and Sony devices. Mr. Kim said, "We don't yet certify SilverScreen for use with the HandEra and other external media. If they have exactly followed the Palm way of implementing VFS, SilverScreen 'should' work. We will be investigating compatibility with the many external media in the coming months."
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adam
Silver 2.1 is Buggy
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Once you categorize them, pop the card out and the shortcuts disappear - pop the card back in and they re-appear in the category that you had put them in. Files are created on the palm and on the card the assist with this.
As to why databases are showing up - no idea, but I have not had this happen yet.
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There is a very cool feature when you are in the browse mode that by tapping the lower right corner arrow will allow you to see all the tabs in addition the one you are already viewing.
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I have also use the Palm Dictionary/Thesaurus card and it seems to work fine as well.
Thanks
Launcher III v. 2.3b3
RE: Launcher III v. 2.3b3
Just tried it
Also, there appears to be a bug when you switch memory cards when in an app (running from internal memory, of course!), then exit the app and return to Silver. If the new memory stick doesn't have a /PALM/LAUNCHER directory, Silver will issue a "Fatal Error" and die. However, if the new memory card does have the directory, you should be fine.
I submitted this bug report to PocketSensei. Maybe they can provide a fix for it in the later releases...?
RE: Just tried it
RE: Just tried it
I too have found that if I load a different card in it caused a crash, but that could be a Hack Conflict.
Either way I emailed them about the bugs and am awaiting a repsonse. Also I sent in a wish list request to get them to add the additional option of databases moving with app to VFS.
If people don't speak up about bugs to the developer and let them know about wishes, then they shoudn't complain.
My results
I've always liked SS. Even if it does slow down my palm a little, I'm very willing to wait. It's just so damned pretty (and now functional with my n710C).
Just my $0.02.
Eric Garrido
loyal customers of SS
Help!
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2. Drag the application icon to the Folders icon (next to the "info")on the SS toolbar. This will pop up a menu window. Select
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There will likley be some additional things that users would like to see in this app. However, as we all know SS will surely continue to deliver what the consumer wants.
This is an easy reliable app that is amazing for both palms with or without cards.
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