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Swackett version 7 Series is Coming Soon

And it’s something special.

This new version of Swackett will be made available to all Swackett macOS version 5 users — including those marooned in the older 5.1.x versions as a result of our change in ownership (sandboxing issue).

Our latest flagship app for Mac builds on the strength of our IQ Weather Engine — and layers in the very best of Apple’s latest tech — including deep support for macOS Catalina and Swift UI. This combination of technology unlocks the true potential for apps like Swackett.

Coming soon. 😃

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Current App Versions

Swackett® for iOS iPhone platform
Version 6.0 (6570) iOS 11.4+ version
September 22, 2019 release date
Download on the App Store
Swackett® for macOS Mac platform
Version 5.2.2 (6076) macOS 10.12+ version
November 22, 2019 release date
Download on the Mac App Store
Atmospheric™ by Swackett® iPad platform
Version 2.2.7 (341) iOS 10.2+ version
January 7, 2019 release date
Depreciated
Depreciated Apps
These apps will continue to work on older devices and operating systems through 2018, but will no longer be updated. All of these apps will stop functioning after December 31st, 2018.
Why are these apps being depreciated? Read the backstory.
Peepometer iPad platform
Version 1.0.3 isOS 6,7,8 version
Depreciated status
Replace with Atmospheric™ by Swackett®
Flashometer™ iPhone platform
Version 1.0.4 iOS 6,7,8 version
Depreciated status
Swackett Classic for iPhone iPhone platform
Version 1.0.8 isOS 6,7,8 version
Depreciated status
Swackett for iPad iPad platform
Version 2.0.1 isOS 6,7,8 version
Depreciated status
Swackett X for Mac Mac platform
Version 1.7.1 macOS 10.10+ version
Depreciated status
Swackett, Jr. iPhone platform
Version 1.0.8 isOS 6,7,8 version
Depreciated status
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Dark Mode Upgrade for macOS 10.14 Mojave

Swackett for macOS supports Dark Mode for use in dark environments — and for people whom appreciate the cool dark look. 🙂

Swackett will honor Dark Mode as set by the operating system (requires macOS 10.14 Mohave). You can override the operating system below — forcing Swackett’s user interface to appear in light or dark mode (requires PRO version of Swackett).

Full Dark Mode support requires Swackett for macOS version 5.2.0 or greater.

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Version History: Swackett for macOS

Version 5.2.0 

December 1, 2018

  • Full Support for macOS 10.14 Mojave
  • Dark Mode Overhaul and Upgrade
    – Swackett will adopt Light or Dark modes based on the current macOS setting (requires macOS 10.14 Mojave)
    – Users can override the macOS setting to view Light or Dark mode at any time. View the Tech Note here.
  • New Holiday Easter Eggs!

Version 5.1.1

August 23, 2018

  • Added additional high-resolution radar maps
  • Added additional “this day in weather history” content

Version 5.1.0 

July 20, 2018

  • New 6-Panel Layout : A new 6-panel display option to better present PRO weather gauges on small screens. View the Tech Note here.
  • METRO Maps : New high-definition radar maps for metropolitan areas (where available, requires PRO Subscription).
  • Settings : The Personalization Center has been moved to the Settings menu for a more “Mac-like” user experience.
  • The Musselman Algorithm : Just the facts, Ma’am. A new, simplified weather report presenting only vital details.
  • Easter Eggs : They’re back! Social commentary and humor in peep art form.

Version 5.0.10

Jul 9, 2018

  • Added additional high-resolution radar maps
  • Added additional “this day in weather history” content

Version 5.0.9

Jun 26, 2018

  • Resolves a Potential Error with PRO Subscription Purchasing Options
  • Better Support for Restoring Previous Purchases

Version 5.0.8

Jun 24, 2018

  • Subtle Refinements to Improve App Responsiveness
  • Added Monthly PRO Subscription Option

Version 5.0.7

Jun 17, 2018

  • Additional refinements to Local, Regional and National Weather Maps

Version 5.0.6

Jun 16, 2018

  • Zoomable Weather Maps for PRO users are back (local, regional, national) by popular demand. 🙂
  • Revised customizations for Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature scales.
  • The last location viewed is now automatically retained and reloaded when the app is launched.
  • Fresh peeps added for PRO users.

Version 5.0.5

Jun 11, 2018

  • Better map centering and display for larger US states.
  • Better pin-point map centering for local view.

Version 5.0.4

Jun 8, 2018

  • Window position is now preserved when you quit the app.

Version 5.0.3

Jun 5, 2018

  • Increased the target size of the Buy PRO Subscription and Manage Subscription buttons in the Swackett PRO dialog — and added a click sound to them — to better reinforce the click experience.

Version 5.0.2

Jun 5, 2018

  • Added better support for PRO features on small screens and non-standard screen resolutions.

Version 5.0.1

Jun 3, 2018

  • Corrects a problem with GPS coordinate verification.
  • Added a new instant location verification button to the Personalization Center.

 

Version 5.0

May 30, 2018

What’s new version 5? Everything!

Swackett has been re-imagined for modern macOS computers — small screens and large. We’ve given the famous Swackett people symbols (peeps) a new place to share their dynamic visual weather forecasts — and with the new PRO upgrade — Swackett peeps appear not only appropriately dressed for the weather, but suggesting weather-appropriate activities.

For the first time, Swackett works with the Touch Bar on your MacBook Pro. Also for the first time, Swackett now supports small screens without scrolling. And in PRO mode Swackett takes full advantage of large screens to showcase WeatherStation gauges, This Day in Weather History, and more.

There is no other weather app like Swackett. Test drive the most innovative weather app ever created today — for free!

Version 4.1.3

Dec 11, 2017

  • Additional high-resolution user-interface elements

Version 4.1.1

Nov 28, 2017

  • Corrected location of Social Sharing panel

Version 4.1

Nov 24, 2017

  • Added additional local (metro) radar locations

Version 4.0.6

Dec 9, 2016

  • Improved support for the Today Widget
  • New Ministry Apparel edition for Perfect Weather Pairings
  • Support for Swackett’s new Micro Data Feed

 

Version 4.0.1

Jun 15, 2016

  • Day at a Glance added to Main Display Window
  • Age Gate Support Added for Specific Editions
  • Support for Retina Displays
  • Support for TODAY Notification Widget

Version 1.7.1

May 21, 2013

  • Performance enhancements
  • New Sun / UV Index
  • New Dog Walking Index
  • Improved support for interactive peeps

Version 1.7

Mar 22, 2013

  • Performance enhancements
  • General improvements for OS X Mountain Lion
  • Improved support for interactive peeps

Version 1.6

Aug 8, 2012

  • NEW Weather At-a-Glance / Storm Tracker
  • General performance enhancements

Version 1.5

Dec 22, 2011

  • Support for sharing weather reports and peeps to Twitter and Facebook.
  • Added a Holiday Edition with built-in “PeepCast Radio” that plays great holiday music through January 6th
  • Numerous bug fixes and performance refinements

Version 1.4

Aug 31, 2011

  • Added “In-App Purchases” for editions (requires OS X Lion)
  • Added “Restore Purchased Editions” button
  • Radar animations are now disabled when swackett is running in the background for better CPU performance

Version 1.2

Jun 17, 2011

  • Support for International Locations: You can now view weather reports for than 2 million locations worldwide.
  • Even Smarter Ads: Your advertising preferences are now available to multiple ad vendors in order to best present you with ads that will be of value to you.
  • New Watches and Warnings Panel: Allows instant access to weather watches and warnings for only the locations you care about.
  • New Alert Icons: New alert icons to make you aware of weather watches and warnings for your personal locations.
  • New Peeps!
  • General system changes to improve reliability and performance.

Version 1.1

Jan 25, 2011

Features and Improvements:

  • Twitter integration.
  • Added custom temperature range controls (user-defined hot, warm, cold, cool and frigid settings).
  • Improved location management: Easier adding, removing, renaming and re-ording of locations.
  • Improved progress indicators and added a new “refresh now” button.
  • Added ability to disable “easter eggs”.
  • Enabled speech support.
  • Added tooltips.
  • General system changes to improve reliability and performance.

Bug Fixes:

  • Fixed sluggish response time issue experienced when swackett was left open in the background for a long period of time.
  • Made additional refinements to timelines, including accuracy of timeline data.
  • Fixed temperature-related display problems in the main peep zone.
  • Fixed a potential crashing problem when saving settings.
  • Fixed numerous display issues.

Version 1.0.1

Jan 6, 2011

  • Refinements to weather timeline.

Version 1.0

Jan 3, 2011

  • Hello World! 🙂
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New 6-Panel Option for macOS

 

In June 2018 Swackett’s version 5-series included new PRO weather gauges originally designed for large screens. Never intended to be used on smaller screens — users made it clear they wanted to see these new gauges on any size screen.

We heard you. 🙂

Version 5.1 includes a new option adding 2 panels to the classic Swackett 4-panel design. These new panels house these PRO weather gauges on two different tabs — even on the smallest MacBooks.

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How to Set Custom Locations in Swackett 5 Series Apps for macOS

Swackett apps for macOS support up to 15 custom locations.  We’ve recently upgraded Custom Locations to make configuring them a simple, 3-step process. 🙂

Swackett comes preloaded with 10 locations from around the world. You can replace any of these by typing in a new city name and tapping the Done button. This will save your new location.

To activate the new location, simply open the Locations Shortcut panel (Step 02 above) and tap the city name.

Want More Control? You’ve Got It!

Tap the Validate GSP Coordinates button to view and refine your custom location to within 365 feet of where you are standing.

Got Questions? Having trouble with Custom Locations?

We can set your custom locations for you remotely. Create a Tech Support ticket on this site if you have any issues with Custom Locations.

Updated December 22, 2018

 

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Known Issue: Processing Complex GPS Codes

Please do not include the degree symbol (°) in custom locations.

Please do not include N, S, W or E direction designators in custom locations.

And if in the western hemisphere, please include the dash (–) for latitude coordinates.

For example, Denver has an GPS coordinate of:

39.7392° N, 104.9903° W

But should be entered in the Personalization Center as:

Latitude: 39.7392

Longitude: -104.9903

This work-around will get you up and running while we address this problem on our servers.

This issue has been resolved. 

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Swackett 5: WeatherStation Mode

Swackett for macOS features a special WeatherStation Mode as a Dark Mode option. Built for large screens, WeatherStation Mode adds standard weather gauges (as found in Atmospheric™ by Swackett®) to the expanded Swackett IU.  These weather gauges show conditions for the selected location.

*WeatherStation mode requires a Swackett PRO subscription.