Do I have to use the software/ I saw a complaint about the software and was wondering if I need to use it at all? Can I not just use my VISTA picture software (whatever it is it is on the desktop)??? Sure hope someone reads this.-Thanks Do I have to use the software/ I saw a complaint about the software and was wondering if I need to use it at all? Can I not just use my VISTA picture software (whatever it is it is on the... » Read More Do I have to use the software/ I saw a complaint about the software and was wondering if I need to use it at all? Can I not just use my VISTA picture software (whatever it is it is on the desktop)??? Sure hope someone reads this.-Thanks « Show Less
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I found out about Picassa through your post. It is SO MUCH better than my current photo software! Thanks so much for your post. I'm having a great time with Picassa and it's free!! Made my first movie a few days ago - so user friendly.
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Great information - thanks so much. I will not even put the software on my computer.
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Thank you so much Matilda! My camera came and as soon as I get my last project done I'll start on this one.
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I just ordered this camera and plan to try using the photo software that came with my EOS Rebel XS. It's not bad, but actually the only thing I use it for is transferring images from the memory card to my computer's hard drive. I've gone this route ever since Vista destroyed another of my digicams' memory card, losing hundreds of images. I don't like Vista. So anyway, I still prefer using Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro for editing tasks.
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no. I have several Canon cameras and have never used the software. Any photo software will work
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Gail - I just took a class that included Picassa and I was amazed at what you can do with it. Sounds like you have figured it out. One nice thing is if you have a gmail account you can put an album on it right from Picassa and send it to all your friends. It doesn't take as much space as emailing them and it's so easy for any friends with gmail to download. I can't believe it's free.
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I would use googles picassa free software. it works great and it's free!no you do NOT have to use the camera software, i never have and never will. besides with winkflash who needs to print photos? winkflash (or other web based services) will have them for you in a few days or overnight!-costs more for that. quality is great and price can not be beat! it's usualy .06 per print (4x6) and $1.00 for an 8x10! archive quality too.
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Yea, I can't get mine to work either. Idiotic Vista, or idiotic Canon? take your pick, I suppose. Canon's software is pretty cruddy to begin with. oh! wait...wait... THERE! Got it to work. I simply re-ran the installer EXE downloaded from the Canon web site, but this time I right-clicked on the EXE file and selected "Run as Administrator...". Yes, I recall now, on Vista, even if you ARE the Administrator, you really aren't, unless you select this option for running your install scripts and so forth. Goofy, but now it's working just like it did on XP before I migrated. (The migration involved a new machine etc).
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I'm not sure what is being asked; but if you are asking what kind of software is required for the installation in the computer, there is none required. Windows will see it and install the programming for it to operate properly.
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I use it with my computer. It is great. I use explorer 11. I have no idea about Vista.
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You don't need the software. Just buy an SD card or two. Remove the SD card from the camera and insert it into the SD slot of your computer. I use the Paint program that comes with Windows 7 but you can use any photo editing software you want.
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It automatically runs on Internet Explorer. We are using it with Windows 8 without any problems. However you do have to run it in Vista compatibility mode. The link to the newest software is: http://service.mattel.com/us/technicalproductdetail.aspx?prodno=L6367&siteid=27
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the software works for me. I don't use it much and it is not intuitive but it does the job. take a deep breath and let go of your frustration.... :) I hope this helps
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A. Madison,I had heard from a friend that she was having the same problem and that Vista was the suspected culprit. I decided to return the idesign to the store, unfortunately. I know my daughter would have loved it and she was disappointed it went back.....but I didn't find a way around the problem. If you hear of anything else....please keep me posted. Thanks.
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I received software which I installed on my computer. Not sure if one is able to download the photos from the camera without it.
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I was gonna say that! :-)It is possible to designate that the NXT software be run on Vista in XP compatibility mode. I'm not going to describe it here unless there is specific interest it going that way. The 1.1 version is worth the investment for other reasons, so it should be your first choice. The new software may even be included in the more recent shipments without the need to contact customer service.
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Eileen: Call up Adobe and let them know that you switched from Windows to a Mac and wish to switch your Adobe software to the Mac version. When I made the switch, I called them up and they sent me out the Mac versions of my Photoshop CS2 and Photoshop Essentials at no charge (I may have had to pay shipping). It was a one-time offer... in other words, I could not switch back (for free) if I later decided I wanted to switch back to the Windows version again. This was about a 1 1/2 years ago, and I'm not sure if they still offer this option. I wish that Adobe would release a single box containing both the Windows and Mac versions of their software, like they did with Lightroom.
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You need to use the provided software. We transferred our images from Photoshop (where we did our editing) to their software. We found the editing software difficult.
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Im a Vista user....bottomline...the lifecam does not work with Vista. You can go through a series of configuration of your computer, but for something that suppose to be simple to install....it isnt. If you had a prior logitech device installed in your computer...this cam is a nightmare to install!! Save your money, and dont buy a microsoft lifecam...they are cheap for a reason!!!
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I just had someone call me for tech help stating the same exact thing. It would not install on Vista for her. I wonder if there's a firmware problem in the newer versions or something.
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I used it but like you did it not work for me and I sent it back I am surprise they are still making it I recommendation is send it back for refund if possible I think if memory serves me correctly Kodak made it but it been such long time I could be wrong I know I tried to used it and look for drivers and could not find any that work with my Windows Vista IBM, I hope this answear your concerns . I think it more trouble than it is worth you might hire company to transfer for you and it may be less trouble as well Ok have good day
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So sorry, I never used the software. I use other software to view and edit photos.
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"Do I need software to view 3D content? Or am I only able to use the 3D button on the panel?" - The 3d button works very well with everything. no extra anything required.