Founded in 2010, Swackett engineers have had a lot of time to do app experimentation. Many of those ideas grew into full-blown apps that were released to the public. Not every app is suited for a long life however — and some of our apps had to be depreciated over time. These apps are below.
Continue reading “Depreciated Apps”Preserving Window Positions in Swackett 7 for macOS
Swackett 7 for macOS contains dozens of windows you can use to customize a weather forecast to your liking. Swackett can manage the placement of these windows to help make sure all windows are visible on the screen at the same time (to help limit overlap).
At the same time, Swackett will preserve window positions — remembering the size and placement of windows that you move. This enables you to build a custom display that suits your need and is the same day-to-day.
Continue reading “Preserving Window Positions in Swackett 7 for macOS”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, Big Sur and Swift UI. This combination of technology unlocks the true potential for apps like Swackett.
Coming soon. 😃
Swackett 7 for macOS: Known Issues
Below are technical issues we are aware of in our Swackett for macOS app. These issue receive priority attention from our team.
| Version | Status | Description | Solved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.0.2 | Active | When expanded to full-screen, widget windows appear as a black square with a small gray or white square inside. Workaround: Grow widows slowly by dragging to resize. | |
Version History: Swackett for macOS 5.2.2
Version 5.2.2
November 1, 2019
- Full Support for macOS 10.15 Catalina
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.
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! 🙂
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.
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
Known Issue: Peep Clothing Calibration in Select Locations (Celsius Temperature Selected)
It appears there was a glitch in the custom Celsius temperature settings in the Personalization Center.
Peeps would sometimes appear with the wrong clothing — and spine badges were incorrect (off by 30 degrees or so).
Engineering has deployed a fix now — and will investigate further to make sure the issue is solved everywhere.
This issue has been resolved.
