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  • brainmuffinbrainmuffin Posts: 1,205
    edited December 1969

    Bobvan said:
    Interesting, I am reading some folks are using Realty with win 8? When I had my workstation built 18 months ago I had win 8 installed on it and had nothing but problems using Reality. It would take many tries to get it to open. My saved shaders would not transfer properly between my workstation and i7 notebook. Had to put 7 back on the workstation.
    Even Microsoft is moving away from Windows 8. Seems it is Vista 2.0 or ME 3.0, depending on your point of view.
  • RAMWolffRAMWolff Posts: 10,212
    edited December 1969

    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".

  • brainmuffinbrainmuffin Posts: 1,205
    edited December 1969

    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".
    So they can go to 11.
  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".

    One of the guys at work who beta tests for M$ told me about them going to 10. I am fine having 7 on both since it's part of my workflow. I know 8 is considered a failure. Funny how one is forced to have it when purchasing a newer machine.

  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    ropeman said:
    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".
    So they can go to 11.

    Lol

  • RAMWolffRAMWolff Posts: 10,212
    edited December 1969

    Who knows why MS does what they do but I like Windows. Some versions SUCK and some are outstanding. So looking forward to 10. 8.1 over 8 is much better I can say for sure!

  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    Bobvan said:
    ropeman said:
    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".
    So they can go to 11.

    Lol

    I'm guessing this means Reality runs properly on 8.1?

  • kyoto kidkyoto kid Posts: 41,050
    edited December 1969

    Bobvan said:
    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".

    One of the guys at work who beta tests for M$ told me about them going to 10. I am fine having 7 on both since it's part of my workflow. I know 8 is considered a failure. Funny how one is forced to have it when purchasing a newer machine.
    ...hmm so I guess they're using "new math" and counting in Base 9 now

    ...7...8...10...

  • Nyghtfall3DNyghtfall3D Posts: 776
    edited October 2014

    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".

    The marketing spin is that it's a substantial upgrade of the kernel from Windows 8/8.1. They also wanted to signify that the next release will be the last major Windows update, so they branded it Windows 10. Going forward, all future updates will be incremental.

    http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-christens-the-next-version-of-windows-as-windows-10-7000034196/

    PR-wise, popular opinion among tech journalists is that they're trying to distance themselves from the colossal failure of Windows 8/8.1.

    http://blog.gadgethelpline.com/windows-9-windows-10/

    Two years after its release, Windows 8 it still has only 5.93% market share as of July 2014, while 8.1 only has 6.1%.

    http://www.wpcentral.com/windows-8-and-81-still-struggle-gain-pc-market-share

    A buddy of mine installed the Windows 10 Technical Preview on his laptop. So far, we're both completely underwhelmed, and not at all looking forward to where MS seems to be headed with Windows. Meanwhile, I'm debating whether to consider dropping $3k on a switch to Mac (wishful thinking, really - I don't have $3k), give Linux a whirl, or just be thankful the Star Menu is back and embrace the inevitable.

    Post edited by Nyghtfall3D on
  • brainmuffinbrainmuffin Posts: 1,205
    edited December 1969

    Nyghtfall said:
    RAMWolff said:
    Windows 10 is in early beta. They are skipping "9" for what ever reason and going straight to "10".
    The marketing spin is that it's a substantial upgrade of the kernel from Windows 8/8.1. They also wanted to signify that the next release will be the last major Windows update, so they branded it Windows 10. Going forward, all future updates will be incremental.

    http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-christens-the-next-version-of-windows-as-windows-10-7000034196/

    PR-wise, popular opinion among tech journalists is that they're trying to distance themselves from the colossal failure of Windows 8/8.1.

    http://blog.gadgethelpline.com/windows-9-windows-10/

    Two years after its release, Windows 8 it still has only 5.93% market share as of July 2014, while 8.1 only has 6.1%.

    http://www.wpcentral.com/windows-8-and-81-still-struggle-gain-pc-market-share

    A buddy of mine installed the Windows 10 Technical Preview on his laptop. So far, we're both completely underwhelmed, and not at all looking forward to where MS seems to be headed with Windows. Meanwhile, I'm debating whether to consider dropping $3k on a switch to Mac (wishful thinking, really - I don't have $3k), give Linux a whirl, or just be thankful the Star Menu is back and embrace the inevitable.This will no doubt be another opportunity missed by Apple. They've moved on to tablets and phones. Reality helped me go Windows free several years ago. I like that I can get used machines from work, put Linux in character mode of them, and do network rendering with Lux. With enough cheap hardware, renders don't take too long to get results.

  • XenomorphineXenomorphine Posts: 2,421
    edited December 1969

    As a Windows 8 user, I'm hoping compatibility can be verified, too...

  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited October 2014

    As a Windows 8 user, I'm hoping compatibility can be verified, too...

    Not sure as I mentioned it did not work well when I tried it on 8 but that was 18 months ago. Upon discussing it on the Rendo forums back then, I was advised to go back to 7.

    Post edited by Bobvan on
  • XenomorphineXenomorphine Posts: 2,421
    edited October 2014

    Well, I decided to wait for version 3 and I'll be hoping it's fixed by then, if not for now. Rolling back to a previous edition of Windows isn't an option for me!

    Post edited by Xenomorphine on
  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    Well, I decided to wait for version 3 and I'll be hoping it's fixed by then, if not for now.

    You mean Reality 3? Paolo told me that it would be compatible to 8

  • XenomorphineXenomorphine Posts: 2,421
    edited December 1969

    Phew! Even more reason to wait!

    Maybe Daz will have upgraded 3Delight to be almost on par, by then! :)

  • Ghosty12Ghosty12 Posts: 2,058
    edited December 1969

    I have been using Reality 2.5 with Windows 8.1 and it works well for me, there may be the odd hiccup but most of the time I have no issue.. Reality 3 for Poser works well in Windows 8.1 so I see there should be no problem with Reality 3 for Studio when it is released..

    The funny thing is that I have been able to get blindingly fast renders when using the GPU mode in Reality 3 for Poser and Luxrender 1.3..

    The main reason I went to Windows 8.1 was that my version of Windows 7 limited me to 16gig ram and had some other issues..

  • kyoto kidkyoto kid Posts: 41,050
    edited December 1969

    ...you could have always done the "fast track" upgrade to the pro version through MS.

    As to linux, not into playing IT tech and messing with an OS, having to constantly update and teak it manually. Furthermore I have other applications that ill not run on it.

    Renderman was supposed to release it's professional engine (for non commercial use) for free this past summer, I registered for it however have yet to hear from them yet concerning the download going live.

    Back to the topic of Reality. I as wondering if there will there be an upgrade track for those who currently have 2.5?

  • XenomorphineXenomorphine Posts: 2,421
    edited December 1969

    Pret-A-3D has, indeed, said there should be a discount for upgrading when it becomes available.

  • RAMWolffRAMWolff Posts: 10,212
    edited December 1969

    I remember the notice on the Poser version page at RDNA so I would assume that DS users will get a similar discount from 2.X to 3. Looking forward to all the new updates!

  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    ghosty12 said:
    I have been using Reality 2.5 with Windows 8.1 and it works well for me, there may be the odd hiccup but most of the time I have no issue.. Reality 3 for Poser works well in Windows 8.1 so I see there should be no problem with Reality 3 for Studio when it is released..

    The funny thing is that I have been able to get blindingly fast renders when using the GPU mode in Reality 3 for Poser and Luxrender 1.3..

    The main reason I went to Windows 8.1 was that my version of Windows 7 limited me to 16gig ram and had some other issues..

    Perhaps that was the diff between 8 and 8.1 cause for me it was really bad had to start it 4 to 5 times before it would take. Sides playing on my tower and notebook both with 7 prolly makes it easier

  • pcicconepciccone Posts: 661
    edited October 2014

    Bringing back the discussion to Reality :)... I just wanted to reming everybody that we have great resources online for Reality artists.
    There is a gallery at deviantArt with hundreds of inspiring images made with both the Poser and Studio edition of Reality:

    http://reality-plug-in.deviantart.com/

    We also have a fantastic gallery at Pinterest and the latest information about Reality in the social networks.

    Se my signature for all the links.

    Cheers.

    Post edited by pciccone on
  • brainmuffinbrainmuffin Posts: 1,205
    edited December 1969

    Pret-A-3D said:
    Bringing back the discussion to Reality :)... I just wanted to reming everybody that we have great resources online for Reality artists.
    There is a gallery at deviantArt with hundreds of inspiring images made with both the Poser and Studio edition of Reality:

    http://reality-plug-in.deviantart.com/

    We also have a fantastic gallery at Pinterest and the latest information about Reality in the social networks.

    Se my signature for all the links.

    Cheers.

    I hope to someday be good enough with my renders to make the cut.
  • pcicconepciccone Posts: 661
    edited October 2014

    ropeman, make sure that you include #Reality_plugin in your descriptions so that we can find your artwork.

    Cheers.

    Post edited by pciccone on
  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited October 2014

    Lux 1.4 RC has been released ! http://www.luxrender.net/en_GB/standalone

    Post edited by Bobvan on
  • pcicconepciccone Posts: 661
    edited December 1969

    Bobvan said:
    Lux 1.4 RC has been released ! http://www.luxrender.net/en_GB/standalone

    Yes, thank you for the announcement. Please note that there is absolutely no support for Lux 1.4 with Reality 2.5 or 3.1.

    You can install Lux 1.4 in parallel with the stable release, either 1.2 or 1.3, and switch to it whenever you want inside Reality.

    Do not send me reports about possible incompatibilities of Reality with Lux 1.4 because I will not address them.
    Lux 1.4 is a complete rewrite of the program and as such has many, many bugs.

    Support for Lux 1.4 or 2.0 will be added to Reality once Lux becomes stable.

    Cheers.

  • BobvanBobvan Posts: 2,652
    edited December 1969

    I was wondering if there may be compatibility issues will keep both. The quick test render I ran seemed to work. Curious to see if it will be any faster.

  • Amethyst25Amethyst25 Posts: 44
    edited December 1969

    Reality development update – 10/10/2014


    This weeks Blog:
    - List of content stores Reality is sold
    -Code update
    -Shine Initiative - Content creators this is for you!

    Click here to read all the details.

  • brainmuffinbrainmuffin Posts: 1,205
    edited December 1969

    Pret-A-3D said:
    ropeman, make sure that you include #Reality_plugin in your descriptions so that we can find your artwork.

    Cheers.

    Did. http://brainmuffin.deviantart.com/gallery/ :-)
  • pcicconepciccone Posts: 661
    edited December 1969

    ropeman said:

    All right. I can provide a critique of your work via email if you want.

    Cheers.

  • edited December 1969

    Just got Reality for poser (using in Poser 2012 pro, 64bit)
    Was working fine
    I was testing various settings, then, crunch!
    Hit RENDER FRAME button and nothing happens except error window in Poser
    maybe to do with using Texture Collection when testing things? (read such suggestion when searching as possible error issue)

    now, I cannot get it to run at all with scene I was using, but will work if I make an entirely new scene :/


    Traceback (most recent call last):
    File "/Applications/Poser Pro 2014/Runtime/Python/addons/Reality/__init__.py", line 813, in checkTimeEvent
    File "/Applications/Poser Pro 2014/Runtime/Python/addons/Reality/__init__.py", line 849, in renderScene
    File "/Applications/Poser Pro 2014/Runtime/Python/addons/Reality/__init__.py", line 581, in updateLights
    poser.error: Named actor could not be found


    Any help please? :)

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