3Dx: Press Room http://www.3dconnexion.com/ Latest Press Releases from 3Dx en 3Dx: Press Room http://www.3dconnexion.com/EXT:tt_news/ext_icon.gif http://www.3dconnexion.com/ Latest Press Releases from 3Dx TYPO3 - get.content.right http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 03 May 2012 13:03:00 +0200 3Dconnexion 3D Mice Help Luxology modo 601 Artists Be More Creative http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-3d-mice-help-luxology-modo-601-artists-be-more-creative.html 3D Mice Provide Superior 3D Navigation Experience in Popular Modeling, Rendering, and Animation... BOSTON – May 3, 2012 – 3Dconnexion today announced Luxology® modo® 601 includes certified 3Dconnexion 3D mouse support, enabling users to immerse themselves in the powerful animation, modeling, painting, and rendering features of this popular software while enjoying a completely natural way to position and navigate 3D content.

“modo users now have a powerful new option for navigating within the application,” said Brad Peebler, president and cofounder, Luxology. “Our 3Dconnexion 3D mouse implementation provides a very granular level of control to ensure a natural user experience.”

3Dconnexion 3D mice enable artists, animators and designers to intuitively interact with modo 601 content in a way that’s unattainable with a traditional mouse and keyboard, boosting creativity and speed while enhancing comfort by reducing dependency on a standard mouse or tablet. Users working in Orbit Object mode feel like they’re holding the digital model in their hand, a feeling further intensified by 3Dconnexion’s intelligent 3D navigation which automatically adjusts the object’s center of rotation depending on the users point of interest. When working in Camera Walkthrough mode, users can quickly and smoothly position the viewport so they focus on their digital content rather than how to look at it from the right angle.

“The integration of 3D mouse support in modo 601 brings 3Dconnexion’s superior 3D navigation experience to 3D professionals working in media and entertainment, engineering and architectural design visualization,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “Whether working on character animation, volumetric rendering or retopology modelling, 3Dconnexion 3D mice enable modo 601 users to achieve more by not being held back by legacy input device technology.”

3Dconnexion support is built into the newest service pack for modo 601 – SP1 – which is currently available for download on the Luxology website.

About 3Dconnexion 3D Mice
3Dconnexion 3D mice revolutionize the way users work with 3D applications by providing a more natural and intuitive way to interact with digital 3D content. By gently manipulating the controller cap, users can simultaneously pan, zoom and rotate their 3D models or camera position while using the standard mouse or tablet to select, create and edit. It’s an intuitive, balanced and cooperative work style that results in increased productivity, improvements in creativity and enhanced comfort.

Compatibility
The entire 3Dconnexion product line is compatible with modo 601, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot™ Pro (MSRP $399), SpaceMouse™ Pro (MSRP $299) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129). For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization professionals. Supported by today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications, 3Dconnexion 3D mice offer a more intuitive and natural way to interact with digital 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by engineers, designers, architects and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion’s North American headquarters are in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide.

]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 12:58:00 +0200 3Dconnexion Announces its Newest 3D Mouse – the SpaceMouse Pro http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-announces-its-newest-3d-mouse-the-spacemouse-pro-copy-1-1.html SpaceMouse Pro Delivers Professional Navigation, Application Control and an Advanced Ergonomic... LAS VEGAS (Autodesk University, Booth #136) – Nov. 29, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced the SpaceMouse™ Pro – its newest 3D mouse for professional 3D software users working in a range of industries from mechanical engineering to media and entertainment, product design, architecture, and healthcare. SpaceMouse Pro combines 3Dconnexion’s patented six-degrees-of-freedom (6DoF) sensor for intuitive and precise 3D navigation with an advanced ergonomic design and innovative On-Screen Display, to deliver superior comfort and a simpler, more productive workflow.

“3D mice revolutionize the way people interact with digital 3D content,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “We are committed to developing products that meet the needs of 3D users. SpaceMouse Pro provides a professional 3D navigation experience, enabling users to better understand their 3D content, while its new advanced ergonomic design ensures a comfortable working experience.”

The SpaceMouse Pro 3D mouse is an easy-to-use, professional solution with advanced features, including:

-       Professional Navigation: The patented six-degrees-of-freedom sensor provides intuitive 3D navigation while five QuickView keys offer one-touch access to 12 view combinations – top, right, front, and 90-degree rotation.

-       Advanced Ergonomic Design: SpaceMouse Pro ensures a balanced and comfortable workflow with full-size, soft-coated hand rest and fifteen large, tactile and easy-to-locate buttons.

-       Application Control: Four large, fully customizable Intelligent Function Keys provide fingertip access to frequently used application commands while the new On-screen Display provides visual feedback on function key assignment. In addition, SpaceMouse Pro’s Keyboard Modifiers provide convenient access to Control, Shift, Alt, Esc functions.

3Dconnexion will be demonstrating the SpaceMouse Pro in booth #136 at Autodesk University 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Nov. 29 – Dec. 1.

About 3Dconnexion 3D Mice

3Dconnexion 3D mice revolutionize the way users work with 3D applications by providing a more natural and intuitive way to interact with digital 3D content. By gently manipulating the controller cap, users can simultaneously pan, zoom and rotate their 3D models or camera position while using the standard mouse to select, create and edit. It’s an intuitive, balanced and cooperative work style that results in increased productivity, improvements in design quality and enhanced comfort.

Compatibility, Pricing and Availability

The SpaceMouse Pro is backed by a three-year warranty, and is currently available at a suggested retail price of $299. The SpaceMouse Pro is supported by Windows 7, Vista®, XP, Mac OS 10.4.6 or later, Sun Solaris 8 (SPARC), Sun Solaris 10 (x86/x64), and Linux® (Redhat Enterprise Linux WS 4, SuSE 9.3 or later).

The entire 3Dconnexion product line, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot™ Pro (MSRP $399), SpaceMouse Pro and SpaceExplorer (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129), are available from professional CAD resellers and major online resellers including CDW, Insight, PC Connection, and PC Mall. For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization professionals. Supported by today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications, 3Dconnexion 3D mice offer a more intuitive and natural way to interact with digital 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by engineers, designers, architects and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook (www.facebook.com/3Dconnexion) and Twitter (twitter.com/3Dconnexion).

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]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:15:00 +0100 3Dconnexion Introduces Intelligent 3D Navigation for Autodesk Maya http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-introduces-intelligent-3d-navigation-for-autodesk-maya.html New Enhancements Take 3D Modeling, Animation and Visual Effects to the Next Level VANCOUVER, CANADA – Aug. 9, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced its intelligent 3D navigation technology is now available in Autodesk Maya, ensuring the ultimate level of control over 3D models and scenes for digital artists in any profession or industry.

Whether working with larger models or focusing on intricate details, the intelligent 3D navigation technology automatically determines the optimal center of rotation based on the user’s point of interest. In addition, the center of rotation can be (optionally) seen through an icon to give designers a reference point when controlling spin, tilt and roll motion, resulting in an extremely intuitive 3D navigation experience.

“Our innovative intelligent 3D navigation feature provides unprecedented levels of control,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “By automatically establishing and displaying the optimal center of rotation, designers are free to focus more on the creative elements of their designs without having to think about positioning the model or navigating the scene."

Autodesk Maya users can easily switch between different intelligent 3D navigation modes including object mode, camera mode and target camera mode to suit their project or personal preference. Additionally, the rotation center calculation can be applied to the whole model or focused on a selected part. Further features are available including Lock Horizon, Move Objects and Autokey Animation.

In addition to intelligent 3D navigation, the latest driver update also streamlines the 3Dconnexion 3D mouse user interface within Maya. By using the Menu or Panel button on the 3D mouse, a pop-up menu is activated to centralize all 3D mouse related options into one location. The new pop-up menu simplifies the interface by grouping functions and hiding details the designer may not be interested in. The new menu also minimizes screen clutter and provides designers with a clearer view of their designs.

3Dconnexion will be demonstrating the new intelligent navigation feature in booth #970 at SIGGRAPH 2011 in Vancouver, Canada, August 9-11.

Availability
These new features are available now in a free 3DxWare software update, and support Autodesk Maya v 8.5 to 2012 on Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, and Windows 7 across the entire product line. The 3Dconnexion product line includes the Professional Series with the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129). For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.
 
About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

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]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:10:00 +0200 3Dconnexion 3D Mice Help Digital Artists Create Dazzling 3D Designs in Blender 2.59 http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-3d-mice-help-digital-artists-create-dazzling-3d-designs-in-blender-259.html 3Dconnexion 3D Mouse Support Delivers Unprecedented Control and Visualization in Blender 2.59 VANCOUVER, CANADA – Aug. 9, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced its 3D mice are now supported by Blender 2.59, helping digital artists take their designs further by enabling previously impossible levels of interaction with their 3D content.

“Hands down, 3Dconnexion 3D mice provide the most intuitive way to work in Blender and are a must-have tool on today’s design workstations,” said Nathan Letwory, chief technology officer, Studio Lumikuu and Blender core developer. “Using a 3D mouse in Blender, means you can position your model while simultaneously sculpting or modifying with a traditional mouse or tablet. You have to try it or see it to believe it!”

3Dconnexion 3D mice offer a level of design interaction that’s unattainable with a traditional mouse and keyboard. Using a 3D mouse, such as the SpaceNavigator, SpaceExplorer or SpacePilot PRO, Blender users can unleash their creativity in a whole new way, while benefiting from a faster more comfortable work-style.   

3Dconnexion 3D mice also deliver a consistent navigation experience across most popular 3D applications, enabling designers to maintain their navigation workflow when changing from one application to another. The intuitive and precise control makes users feel like they’re holding the digital model in their hand. Check out what “Big Buck Bunny” has to say about 3D mice here.

“The introduction of 3D mouse support in the latest release of Blender underscores our ongoing commitment to extending the support and reach of superior 3D navigation to all 3D software users,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “Using Blender with a 3D mouse significantly enhances the creative design experience, giving the user a direct connection to their 3D models and worlds.”  

3Dconnexion will be demonstrating 3D mouse navigation in Blender in booth 970 at SIGGRAPH 2011 in Vancouver, Canada, August 9-11.

Availability
The entire 3Dconnexion product line is compatible with Blender, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129). For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

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]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:04:00 +0200 3Dconnexion 3D Mouse Supports Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3ds Max, and More http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-3d-mouse-supports-autodesk-inventor-autodesk-maya-autodesk-3ds-max-and-more.html 3Dconnexion 3D Mice Give Artists and Engineers using certain Autodesk 2012 Software New Levels of... BOSTON – August 2, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced 3D mouse support forseveral Autodesk 2012 3D design products, including Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Inventor LT, Autodesk Inventor Fusion, Autodesk Alias Design, Autodesk Design Review, Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk 3ds Max Design, Autodesk Maya, and Autodesk Softimagesoftware.3Dconnexion 3D mice enhance the powerful new features in these Autodesk 2012 applications, and offer artists and designers increased productivity with the ability to more easily control their 3D content.

“3Dconnexion 3D mice allow designers and artists using these applications to immerse themselves in their 3D environment,” said Stig Gruman, vice president of digital entertainment, Autodesk. “We are thrilled with the 3D mouse support for these applications, as it empowers our customers to achieve more with their Autodesk software.”

Whether working on mechanical parts and assemblies in Inventor or creating 3D imagery in 3ds Max or Maya, 3D mice offer a level of design interaction unattainable with a traditional mouse and keyboard. Allowing users to pan, zoom and rotate simultaneously,3D mice provide a superior navigation experience that boosts productivity and efficiency, while aiding user comfort. Using a 3D mouse, users are able to design more intuitively and with such precise control it feels like they’re holding the digital model in their hand.

“3Dconnexion 3D mice provide the most immersive and consistent 3D design experience across the supported Autodesk software products,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “We are excited for 3D mice to help aid in the design and visualization of future products, characters and films that will be created by these Autodesk design programs.”

Availability
The entire 3Dconnexion product line is compatible with the 2012 releases of Autodesk Inventor, Inventor LT, Inventor Fusion, 3ds Max, 3ds Max Design, Maya, Softimage, Alias Design, and Design Review2012 software, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129). For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

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]]> Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:23:00 +0200 3Dconnexion Supports Engineers of the Future at WorldSkills London 2011 http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-supports-engineers-of-the-future-at-worldskills-london-2011.html All CAD Workstations at Upcoming WorldSkills Vocational Training Competition Equipped with a... BOSTON – July 19, 2011 – As part of its commitment to supporting the development of a skilled global workforce, 3Dconnexion will again sponsor the Mechanical Engineering Design CAD category at the 41st International WorldSkills competition, equipping all 20 CAD workstations with a 3Dconnexion SpacePilot PRO 3D mouse. More than 150,000 people are expected to watch 1,000 competitors – people from around the world age 25 and under – compete to be the best at their chosen skill. WorldSkills London 2011 will take place Oct. 5-8, 2011 at ExCeL, London.

“Many of the students taking to the global stage in the engineering competition at WorldSkills London 2011 will be familiar with 3Dconnexion 3D mice but may not have had an opportunity to try one,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “To prepare students for their professional careers, it’s critical they have experience with the same design tools they’ll be expected to use in their professional careers. Giving competitors a chance to push the boundaries of their design capabilities with a SpacePilot PRO will deliver lasting value in the fields of engineering and computer-aided design. We are proud to once again be sponsoring the WorldSkills competition.”

Held every two years, WorldSkills is the largest international skills competition in the world and London looks set to be the largest WorldSkills event yet. An estimated 150,000 visitors will watch 1,000 competitors from over 50 nations competing in 45 vocational skill categories over four days. Teams compete to win gold, silver and bronze medals, while medallions for excellence are awarded to competitors who achieve the international standard. Participating countries hold extensive regional heats before selecting their national teams, so the competition truly represents the best of nations.

“WorldSkills London promises to be a truly world class event,” said Aidan Jones, chief executive, WorldSkills London 2011. “Since winning the bid in 2006, we have been working hard to ensure it is the best WorldSkills event yet, showcasing the skills that shape our world. This would not be possible without the support of our sponsors who are leading the promotion of skills excellence, and helping to train  young people for the future.”

More about SpacePilot PRO
The SpacePilot PRO is the ultimate professional 3D mouse designed to give users superior navigation and natural control within today’s most popular 3D applications. The control cap allows users to simultaneously pan, zoom and rotate their 3D model as if they were holding it in their hand. Advanced features include QuickView Navigation keys for access to up to 32 standard views for improved design review, an LCD Workflow Assistant for at-a-glance information including model properties and navigation settings, and five dual-function Intelligent Function Keys which adapt to the application environment and give access to up to ten application commands.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualisation. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

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]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:47:00 +0200 3Dconnexion 3D Mice Help LightWave 10 Artists Model and Animate Faster and with More Control http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-3d-mice-help-lightwave-10-artists-model-and-animate-faster-and-with-more-control.html 3D Digital Artists Interact with Designs with Increased Control, Productivity and Comfort BOSTON – July 13, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced NewTek has integrated 3D mouse support into LightWave® 10, offering 3D digital artists the comprehensive performance, productivity and comfort benefits inherent in 3D mice. 3Dconnexion 3D mice allow LightWave 10 artists to move through virtual worlds, interact with models and scenes and control cameras and lights in real time.

“LightWave 10 delivers a set of groundbreaking new tools for 3D artists, and the integration of 3Dconnexion 3D mice support enhances the level of design interaction with models and animations,” said Rob Powers, vice president of 3D software development, NewTek. “Plain and simple – 3D mice help our customers create animations faster, easier and with more comfort, all critical needs in today’s fast-paced design environment.”

3Dconnexion 3D mice complement the entire creative workflow in LightWave 10, from creating assets with Modeler to controlling lights, cameras, objects, or timelines in the Layout module. In addition, 3D mice offer directors and artists limitless potential to explore their creativity using LightWave’s Virtual Studio tool when working in virtual 3D sets.  Highlights include:

  • Creating 3D Models:  In LightWave Modeler, a 3D mouse gives artists the freedom to navigate views of models while simultaneously selecting commands and editing models with a traditional mouse.
  • Navigating Views:  In LightWave Layout, a 3D mouse gives designers another level of control over 3D scenes and views with three possible modes – walk, fly, and orbit.  Whether showcasing scenes or doing an architectural walk-through, a 3D mouse enables users to seamlessly switch perspective views, and seamlessly pan and zoom.
  • Controlling Animations and Timelines:  In LightWave Layout, 3D mice movements allow designers to select an object, such as a camera, light or bone, and place it within a 3D scene as if they were holding the model in their hand.  Additionally, users can effortlessly move back and forth through scene timelines with a simple twist of the 3D mouse cap.
  • Producing Virtual Sets:  With LightWave’s Virtual Studio tool and a 3D mouse, digital artists can create and interact with a virtual 3D set in real time, controlling characters through 3D mouse movements. For example, twisting the 3D mouse cap left or right makes the avatar’s head look left or right. For added control, multiple 3Dconnexion 3D mice can be used to manipulate several characters and their traits.


“LightWave 10 is an advanced animation software, providing the speed, flexibility and control for designing stunning graphics and animation” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “We are thrilled to be integrated into this software release, as 3D mice complement the creative capabilities of LightWave 10 and offer artists the benefit of a better understanding of how a design works and interacts, before it’s finalized.”

Availability
The entire 3Dconnexion product line is compatible with NewTek LightWave 10 on Windows® and Mac®, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129).

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass. and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.
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]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:45:00 +0200 3Dconnexion Kicks Off Global “3D Mouse of the Future” Design Challenge http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/3dconnexion-kicks-off-global-3d-mouse-of-the-future-design-challenge.html Design Contest Invites 3D Professionals and Enthusiasts to Create the Ultimate 3D Mouse for the... BOSTON – July 11, 2011 – Dedicated to improving the way people interact with digital 3D content, 3Dconnexion today kicked off a new contest for designers everywhere – challenging them to create the “3D Mouse of the Future”. For the months of July, August and September, designers across the globe can submit their designs for a chance to win monthly prizes of 3Dconnexion SpacePilot PRO, SpaceExplorer and SpaceNavigator 3D mice, as well as a grand prize of a custom CAD workstation.

“Engineers and designers across the world in a range of industries use 3Dconnexion 3D mice to better understand their designs and improve their workflow,” said Antonio Pascucci, vice president of products, 3Dconnexion. “We initiated this challenge to give people the opportunity to show us their best creative thinking, whether they are using our devices day in and day out or not at all. We’re really excited to see what creative and innovative things the community can bring to the 3D mouse.”

To enter, designers and 3D enthusiasts are invited to create their 3D Mouse of the Future. The only element that must remain constant in each design is the integration of 3Dconnexion’s inherent controller cap. At the end of each month, a panel of judges will select their three favorite entries. The first place winner will receive a SpacePilot PRO 3D mouse, the second place winner a SpaceExplorer 3D mouse and the third place winner a SpaceNavigator 3D mouse.

The nine monthly prize winners plus a community wildcard (the entry with the most “Likes” on Facebook) will be entered into the final phase of the competition where a grand prize winner will be selected by a public vote. The grand prize winner will receive a custom workstation, up to a $5,000 value. More information about the 3Dconnexion design challenge and submission guidelines are available on 3Dconnexion’s website and Facebook page.

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Munich, Germany with North American headquarters in Boston, Mass and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:42:00 +0200 Autodesk Adds 3D Mouse Support to AutoCAD and Autodesk Showcase 2012 http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/from-microsoft-outlook-to-the-sims-3d-mice-can-now-be-used-with-any-application-copy-1.html Native Support Gives AutoCAD and Autodesk Showcase 2012 Users Access to Industry Leading 3D... FREMONT, Calif. – April 25, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced Autodesk® has added native 3D mouse support in AutoCAD 2012, one of the world’s leading 2D and 3D CAD design tools. Autodesk Showcase® 2012 was also added to 3Dconnexion’s portfolio of supported applications, offering architects, designers, engineers, and managers native 3D mouse support in the real-time 3D presentation and rendering software that helps transform CAD files into compelling imagery, movies, and real-time presentations. AutoCAD 2012 support includes 3Dconnexion 3D mouse compatibility in the full line of AutoCAD products, including AutoCAD® Architecture, AutoCAD Civil 3D®, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map® 3D, AutoCAD® Mechanical, AutoCAD® MEP, AutoCAD® P&ID, and AutoCAD® Plant 3D, as well as Autodesk Inventor® Fusion.

 

3Dconnexion 3D mice further enhance the new conceptual design tools and more robust 3D modeling tools in AutoCAD 2012, enabling engineers to design, explore and collaborate more efficiently. 3D mice also now allow designers using Showcase 2012 to more easily transform CAD data into imagery, movies and interactive presentations and improve the overall design review process. In addition, native integration into these two applications provides users with optimized access to industry-leading 3D navigation capabilities, enabling them to take full advantage of a wide range of benefits.

 

“Autodesk continues to innovate around its design and engineering software portfolio for manufacturers. This year, we’re proud to deliver AutoCAD customers even greater flexibility and accessibility, with the inclusion of new tools for direct modeling,” said Amy Bunszel, vice president of AutoCAD Products, Autodesk. “We’re pleased to support 3Dconnexion 3D mice in AutoCAD and Autodesk Showcase 2012, helping our customers design and navigate more quickly and easily in 3D.”

 

Offering a level of design interaction unattainable with a traditional mouse and keyboard, 3D mice allow AutoCAD and Showcase 2012 users to pan, zoom and rotate simultaneously enabling a superior navigation experience that boosts productivity and efficiency while aiding user comfort. Using a 3D mouse, AutoCAD and Showcase users are able to design more intuitively and with such precise control it feels like they’re holding the digital model in their hand.

 

“Native support in AutoCAD and Showcase 2012 marks yet another watershed for 3Dconnexion, underscoring the significance of 3D mice in today’s 3D design environments,” said Dieter Neujahr, CEO and president of 3Dconnexion. “3Dconnexion 3D mice are a must-have for any designer working in a high-performance, state-of-the-art 3D design platforms.”

 

Availability

The entire 3Dconnexion product line is compatible with AutoCAD and Showcase 2012, including the Professional Series with the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399) and SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), and the Standard Series with the SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129). For additional information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com.

 

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Boston, Mass. with European headquarters in Munich, Germany and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook (www.facebook.com/3Dconnexion) and Twitter (twitter.com/3Dconnexion).


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]]> Wed, 04 May 2011 14:00:00 +0200 From Microsoft Outlook to The Sims, 3D Mice Can Now be Used with Any Application http://www.3dconnexion.com/nc/company/press-room/pressdetail/article/from-microsoft-outlook-to-the-sims-3d-mice-can-now-be-used-with-any-application.html 3Dconnexion 3D Mice Now Compatible with Any PC or Mac Application Thanks to Ingenious New 3DxWare™... FREMONT, Calif. – March 31, 2011 – 3Dconnexion today announced 3DxWare 10, a breakthrough driver platform that extends the usage of 3D mice to any application, from Microsoft® Office® to internet browsers and from media players to games. With over a million units sold, 3Dconnexion 3D mice are the tool of choice for engineering and design professionals working in sophisticated 3D environments. And now with 3DxWare 10, 3Dconnexion 3D mice can also handle everyday applications with ease. Beta versions of 3DxWare 10 for PC and Mac can be downloaded for free from Anywherewww.3dconnexion.com/anywhere.

Proven in 3D, Now Works Anywhere
Previously, only users of specialist 3D applications benefited from the intuitive, six degrees-of-freedom 3D navigation delivered by a 3Dconnexion 3D mouse. Now, the simple 3DxWare 10 interface allows users to assign keyboard strokes and traditional mouse or joystick movements in any combination to the 3D mouse. Tilt the controller cap to scroll a Web page, twist the cap to adjust the volume in iTunes, or use all six axes to pilot a helicopter in Battlefield Bad Company 2. The choice of application and assignment of the six axes and up to 31 function keys (depending on the 3D mouse model) is entirely up to the user.

“The 3DxWare 10 driver platform represents a new era for our 3D mice,” says Dieter Neujahr, president of 3Dconnexion. “Our customers have told us they want to be able to use their 3D mice with everyday applications. This technology lays the foundation for our products to be used far more widely, ultimately allowing us to extend the advanced features of our 3D mice to anyone who works with a computer.”

Much More Than a Mouse
3DxWare 10 offers limitless possibilities for incorporating 3D mice into everyday use, including:

  • Documents and Browsers: 3D mice now offer a compelling alternative to traditional mouse wheel navigation in documents, spreadsheets and Web pages. Gently tilt the 3D mouse cap to scroll the view up or down or twist the cap to zoom in and out.
  • Games: Most PC gamers rely on a combination of a traditional mouse and keyboard to control their character or camera view, but with 3DxWare 10 a 3D mouse can be used to deliver intuitive and comfortable control in games like The Sims™ 3. It’s also possible for the 3D mouse to emulate a joystick or gamepad for a rich 3D experience in games such as Microsoft Flight Simulator, Wings of Prey and Need for Speed.
  • Media Players: Controlling the volume, track selection or position is typically handled by the traditional mouse and keyboard shortcuts. With a 3D mouse, you can twist the cap to adjust the volume, tilt the cap sideways to fast forward and rewind, and tilt the cap forward or backward to move between tracks in your playlist. And if the user prefers other controls, they can easily customize the 3D mouse to best suit their needs.
  • 3D Collaboration: 3DxWare 10 also provides a new feature for professional users by allowing multiple 3D mice to be used on one workstation. This innovative development enables easier viewing of 3D models in group design reviews or client presentations.


“With 3DxWare 10, there are no limits to how a 3D mouse can be used, except for one’s imagination,” concludes Neujahr.

The 3DxWare 10 beta platform for PC and Mac is available for download at www.3dconnexion.com/anywhere and is compatible with 3Dconnexion’s current line of 3D mice, including the SpacePilot PRO (MSRP $399), SpaceExplorer™ (MSRP $299), SpaceNavigator (MSRP $99) and SpaceNavigator for Notebooks (MSRP $129).

About 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion is the leading provider of 3D mice for 3D design and visualization. 3Dconnexion devices support today’s most popular and powerful 3D applications by offering users a more intuitive and natural way to interact with computer-generated 3D content. 3Dconnexion’s award-winning 3D mice serve a wide variety of industries and are used by 3D designers, animators and artists worldwide. 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Fremont, Calif. with European headquarters in Munich, Germany and offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.3Dconnexion.com. You may also connect with 3Dconnexion on Facebook and Twitter.

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