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ObjectDock 2.0 - First Sneak Peek

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ObjectDock 2.0 - First Sneak Peek

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One of the most asked about applications is ObjectDock.  Specifically, people have been wanting to know about ObjectDock 2.0.  Some have speculated that we have simply given up on ObjectDock, and that is simply not so.  It is in development, but since it is early there is no time estimate about release, nor about upgrading.

First off, what is ObjectDock?

Objectdock is a smoothly-animated, customizable 'shelf' on which you can place shortcuts, docklets, system tray icons, and view running applications. The program is available in two versions: Plus and Standard. The Plus version offers multiple docks, tabbed docks, and a unique feature called flyout menus. The free version, while still demonstrating the capabilities of the 'zoomer' docks, limits you to only one dock. You can customize ObjectDock to be anything from a taskbar replacement to a fancy docklet-filled information center.

 

ObjectDock is certainly one of the most popular desktop applications around, and a lot of work is going into the new version.  Maybe in another week or so, a video might be in order.  :)

Let me make note, this is an early screenshot and is still subject to changes in the final version.

With that being said…..

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Reply #26 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I'm glad to hear (and see?) that, after two years of no new features, there is development ongoing with ObjectDock 2.0.  Thank you for giving us all a nibble.   :D  

But, not to be a party pooper, the Configuration interface for ObjectDock was already just fine and bug free.  In fact, even after four years of not changing appreciably at all, it's still MILES easier to use than the latest WinStep Extreme nightmare hodgepodge of Linux GUI 1990's era configuration dialogues...eesh.  Great program, but completely obtuse to a first time user.

So, I'm happy the interface is getting a refresh (and it looks FABULOUS, sir), but I can't wait to see even one new feature come to ObjectDock (like um reflections, please!?).

Good luck and thanks!   :beer:  

Reply #27 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Still looking forward to some new FEATURES, amigo.   Can't wait.   :beer:  

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Reply #28 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Can't wait for the beta!  Thanks for all the hard work, guys!!! :star:  <3  

Reply #29 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I bootup without a network connection or on a different network the shortcuts don't work right
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This happens to me with or without ObjectDock. This isn't an OD problem to be fixed.

Reply #30 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Excellent news, looking forward to it! Can you reveal some of the improvements for 2.0? I.e. can we expect 'reflections' on dock icons? It's something I have grown to love with XWindows Dock.
Reply #31 from WinCustomize Forums Top

can't wait to see even one new feature come to ObjectDock (like um reflections, please!?).
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Jeff has said before that reflections are a go in 2.0...I hope that is really the case. :d

Reply #32 from Stardock Forums Top

I can't wait to see even one new feature come to ObjectDock (like um reflections, please!?).
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I really can't say . . and I'd hate to steal ID's thunder . . but  . .

Reply #33 from WinCustomize Forums Top

That new blur feature still needs some work, Zu. :waaaa:

Reply #34 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Reflection!  Sweet.  Even though I think it looks stupid on a dock setup like that.  It really only "works" for me on a tray style dock.

Reply #35 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Hey Zu, I think you need to clean your screen!

Reply #36 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I don't know what you all are talking about . . I've never posted anything reflection related.

Reply #38 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I don't know what you all are talking about . . I've never posted anything reflection related.
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You sound like Bill Clinton to me.

Reply #39 from WinCustomize Forums Top

"I really can't say . . and I'd hate to steal ID's thunder . . but  . ."

 

YAY!!!!   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :beer:   :grin:  

Reply #41 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Can't wait for the beta... and for updating my docklets for it.
Reply #42 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I purchased ObjectDock a few months ago when it was already on version 1.9 for quite a while. I really hope I will qualify for 2.0 because if not then I won't have received *any* updates with my purchase. I really like ObjectDock and if I have to pay then I will grudgingly do so but I do not want to. The only other negative experience I've had with Stardock is that I paid full price for TweakVista and although it does what it does well I did not feel value for its normal price. If I had bought it as part of Object Desktop complete it would have been fine but by itself its not a good value at $19.95 (or whatever I paid, around there) in my humble opinion. Balancing this when I bought WindowBlinds 5 I was close enough to 6 that I received that version at no cost. So, overall, Stardock is a good outfit.
Reply #43 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I know this is way off topic, but how possible would it be to add that reflection item to DX 4?
Reply #44 from WinCustomize Forums Top
The scroll bar and arrows need centered in the UI :HOT:
Reply #45 from WinCustomize Forums Top

The scroll bar and arrows need centered in the UI
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:grin:  :omg:

Reply #46 from WinCustomize Forums Top
The reason a lot of people complain was not because we hate Stardock. It was the fact every time we asked we got: "We have a lot of other project first" or "We can't say anything but it coming" The 2nd one I been hearing since 2008. Now that we got proof I feel better. I don't think people were being cry babies for wanting proof.
Reply #47 from WinCustomize Forums Top
You hard-coded white backgrounds into it? That makes it completely unusable under a high contrast colour scheme (white text on black). I guess I know what I'm not buying. Use the system colours. That's what they exist for. I will never understand why a company that prides itself on customization would hard-code their software to be incompatible with customization.
Reply #48 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I guess I know what I'm not buying.
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Gimme a break! You're not going to buy it because of the background color?!? o_O

I'm more concerned with all the new stuff in OD 2.0. i really could care less about the ui. Besides, you buy these things for what they can do-- not what their ui looks like.  :-|

 

Reply #49 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I might try it. Looks interesting. I still like the Mac dock though.

Reply #50 from WinCustomize Forums Top

You hard-coded white backgrounds into it? ... I guess I know what I'm not buying.
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Wow.  How long are you really in the OD Configuration screen?