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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What about the Media Manager program it came with? I still use it, it's kinda slow but I'm not tech savvy so it works for me. (I have Vista as well)
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I just bought the Cucusoft DVD to Zune converter, and it is GREAT!!!! I was frustrated initially because there would be occasional freezes in the output file, but then I discovered this program is not compatible with Vista. I installed it on my XP computer and it works wonderfully. Thanks guys!
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I think you do Margaret..... we have not purchased the software, so I am not positive. Sorry.... let me know if you get an answer. Thanks!
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I can't either! (make the NTI Back Up Now software work). I'm not very technologically savvy, so maybe I'm doing something wrong. Next, I tried backing up files using the Windows (I think) software that's already on my (Toshiba, with Vista) computer, because I was about to ship my computer and didn't want to risk losing files in transit. I thought I had backed up the photographs and documents that I deemed essential, but when I checked the drive to see if my files were on it, it is empty. I can't find any user manual for this on the web. Maybe it's the fault of Vista. Any suggestions? I can't either! (make the NTI Back Up Now software work). I'm not very technologically savvy, so maybe I'm doing something wrong. Next, I tried backing up files using the Windows (I think) software that's already on my (Toshiba, with Vista) computer, because I was about to ship my computer and didn't want to risk losing files in transit. I thought I had backed up the photographs and documents that I deemed essential, but when I checked the drive to see if my files were on it, it is empty. I can't find any user manual for this on the web. Maybe it's the fault of Vista. Any suggestions?
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No. The problem is the software are technically not compatible. I ended up purchasing a whole new system because I was running into problems with the software on my Vista system.
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Who told you is not useable, did you tried ?, I think you have the wrong idea, I can tell you if you have laptop, computer with XP, vista all of them works perfect, you can go online do anything it works good. the only thing you can't get any support for more updates but it works good.thank you
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when you connect the camera to the pc it will download from online.... I never had to download a separate software to get the pics from the camera to my pc....
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Did you ever get an answer. I'm shopping for a new monitor and I really like what I have read so far except for one review that said it better with VISTA. I'm a true believe in XP, so if it doesn't work with XP, it don't need it. I would like your opinion if you are asking this question. What else other than price do you like about this monitor. I can't fnd anything about a USB port and is that really necessary. Jim Spring, TX
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I work with the developer, eMedia. It runs on computers that use Vista just fine! Sincerely, Ellen with eMedia Customer Service
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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 appreciate the VISTA comments. My OS is VISTA ULTIMATE, and I tried using a Sandisk 4GB TITANIUM USB flash drive. It installed itself immediately without any opportunity for input from me, thus preventing me from erasing the U3 files. It doesn't work, and what is more, you can't erase the nasty files with explorer. Even MMC disk manager won't unlock the 'read-only' property. I contacted the company and told them that the 3 methods they recommend to uninstall U3 files didn't work. They replied by creating an 'EBOX' for me which needs a password (all this bs for a 25 dollar item!) and sent me a reply that quoted the same 3 methods I already told them didn't work. What a mess! I appreciate the VISTA comments. My OS is VISTA ULTIMATE, and I tried using a Sandisk 4GB TITANIUM USB flash drive. It installed itself immediately without any opportunity for input from me, thus preventing me from erasing the U3 files. It doesn't work, and what is more, you can't erase the nasty files with explorer. Even MMC disk manager won't unlock the 'read-only' property. I contacted the company and told them that the 3 methods they recommend to uninstall U3 files didn't work. They replied by creating an 'EBOX' for me which needs a password (all this bs for a 25 dollar item!) and sent... » Read More I appreciate the VISTA comments. My OS is VISTA ULTIMATE, and I tried using a Sandisk 4GB TITANIUM USB flash drive. It installed itself immediately without any opportunity for input from me, thus preventing me from erasing the U3 files. It doesn't work, and what is more, you can't erase the nasty files with explorer. Even MMC disk manager won't unlock the 'read-only' property. I contacted the company and told them that the 3 methods they recommend to uninstall U3 files didn't work. They replied by creating an 'EBOX' for me which needs a password (all this bs for a 25 dollar item!) and sent me a reply that quoted the same 3 methods I already told them didn't work. What a mess! « Show Less
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Software is needed on Windows systems. I forgot to install the software before plugging in monitor, and it would not work. It automatically found some sort of driver, but that didn't work, so I had to uninstall that driver and install from the CD, and then it worked well.
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When you bought this version you made a decision for the window system. You need a mac version. You may be able to deactivate your win version and request a mac version. Ask Adobe Photoshop Support Center under Help at top right menue bar. Hope this helps - good luck. Wernerl
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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.
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I just install the software included in the CD. After that I just pluged the camera and thats it. I use windows 7. I don't know why but the first time i had a problem with the driver of the camera or the installation of the software. I tried again and worked.
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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.