Press Releases
Altuit sells altBrowser, altSQLite and altFont to Runtime Revolution
Friday, 10 Nov 2006
Well, most of you probably have already read the latest news, but I thought I could add our take on things.
Today we announced the imminent sale of three of our best selling add-ons to Runtime Revolution. The three products are altBrowser, altSQLite, and altFont. All are externals which enhance the capabilities of the RunRev development platform and standalones. Here are some answers to some obvious questions:
So why did Altuit do this?
We have felt for sometime now, Chris has pushed the external architecture to it's limits with altBrowser. With RunRev now becoming the owner, there are many things they can do to even make it better, as well as integrate it more thoroughly with the IDE. altSQLite is the only single-user DB available for RR which runs on all 3 platforms-- plus the footprint is considerably smaller than all others. It's a natural fit for RunRev, especially for users of other databases like FileMaker who wish to jump out from under restrictive licensing terms. And altFont was thrown in for 'good measure!'
When does the sale take place?
Starting December 1,2006, you can no longer purchase any of the 3 from Altuit.
What about support?
We will continue to support versions purchased from us up until Dec 1. We are not obligated to support any of the products after Dec 1. If you ask nicely, we will probably help out. ;-)
Do existing users get free or discounted upgrades?
This has not yet been determined. Purchasing a new version today does not allow you a free upgrade when RR's version comes out in Q1, so unless you really need the functionality now, you may wish to wait.
What if I need to buy altBrowser, altSQLite or altFont between Dec 1 and when RR ships the new version in Q1 2007?
You'll need to discuss it directly with the Runtime Revolution folks.
Does this mean Altuit will no longer be making externals or other products for Rev users?
Nope, we still may release some external products in the future. We currently still have a free grouping of plugins available for developers along with MagicCarpet, InterfaceDesigner, and ButtonGadget available for all you guys and gals.
Does this mean Altuit is leaving the RunRev platform?
Not anytime soon. Unless someone can point us to a product which allows us to develop client apps like ChartWizard IN A SINGLE DAY, I seriously doubt it. Plus, we have many many clients who depend on RunRev applications built by us for them who all need support and next generation products.
Did you guys make a boatload of money from this?
We wish. Actually the terms are a big trade secret, but needless to say, Chris and I won't be making any unscheduled stops in Vegas anytime soon. The primary incentive for doing this was not money. A real bonus is, we believe it helps to make RR a stronger and more viable platform. Discussions with Kevin over the past month have been very positive regarding the future of quality control for our beloved development platform, as evidenced by the public beta announcement made today.
Thanks to all for the great support of our products. We hope to onetime again amaze you the RunRev community with some newer, neater stuff!
Chipp and Chris
Well, most of you probably have already read the latest news, but I thought I could add our take on things.
Today we announced the imminent sale of three of our best selling add-ons to Runtime Revolution. The three products are altBrowser, altSQLite, and altFont. All are externals which enhance the capabilities of the RunRev development platform and standalones. Here are some answers to some obvious questions:
So why did Altuit do this?
We have felt for sometime now, Chris has pushed the external architecture to it's limits with altBrowser. With RunRev now becoming the owner, there are many things they can do to even make it better, as well as integrate it more thoroughly with the IDE. altSQLite is the only single-user DB available for RR which runs on all 3 platforms-- plus the footprint is considerably smaller than all others. It's a natural fit for RunRev, especially for users of other databases like FileMaker who wish to jump out from under restrictive licensing terms. And altFont was thrown in for 'good measure!'
When does the sale take place?
Starting December 1,2006, you can no longer purchase any of the 3 from Altuit.
What about support?
We will continue to support versions purchased from us up until Dec 1. We are not obligated to support any of the products after Dec 1. If you ask nicely, we will probably help out. ;-)
Do existing users get free or discounted upgrades?
This has not yet been determined. Purchasing a new version today does not allow you a free upgrade when RR's version comes out in Q1, so unless you really need the functionality now, you may wish to wait.
What if I need to buy altBrowser, altSQLite or altFont between Dec 1 and when RR ships the new version in Q1 2007?
You'll need to discuss it directly with the Runtime Revolution folks.
Does this mean Altuit will no longer be making externals or other products for Rev users?
Nope, we still may release some external products in the future. We currently still have a free grouping of plugins available for developers along with MagicCarpet, InterfaceDesigner, and ButtonGadget available for all you guys and gals.
Does this mean Altuit is leaving the RunRev platform?
Not anytime soon. Unless someone can point us to a product which allows us to develop client apps like ChartWizard IN A SINGLE DAY, I seriously doubt it. Plus, we have many many clients who depend on RunRev applications built by us for them who all need support and next generation products.
Did you guys make a boatload of money from this?
We wish. Actually the terms are a big trade secret, but needless to say, Chris and I won't be making any unscheduled stops in Vegas anytime soon. The primary incentive for doing this was not money. A real bonus is, we believe it helps to make RR a stronger and more viable platform. Discussions with Kevin over the past month have been very positive regarding the future of quality control for our beloved development platform, as evidenced by the public beta announcement made today.
Thanks to all for the great support of our products. We hope to onetime again amaze you the RunRev community with some newer, neater stuff!
Chipp and Chris
ButtonGadget2 released for Mac and PC
Release date: October 17, 2006
Austin, TX October 17, 2006 -- Custom Web buttons are now easier to create with ButtonGadget2™ from Altuit, Inc. A leader in providing design solutions (including the rapid development platform Runtime Revolution), the company today announced it is shipping the new graphics and design application to customers worldwide. The program complements many widely used Web and software applications, such as Filemaker, Window's Vista, and Apple's Xcode.
ButtonGadget2™ allows Web and software developers - even those with minimal graphic design skills -- to create animated buttons more easily than with any other tool on the market. It supports Macromedia applications and Microsoft FoxPro, among many other well known applications.
ButtonGadget2™ is the brainchild of internationally known and award-winning developer Chipp Walters, founder and CEO of Altuit. Using the program, a user can capture any arbitrary portion of a screen display and in seconds convert it into a set of four buttons that animate correctly. Grab a button from an existing site, import it into ButtonGadget2™, remove the text and replace it with your own in just seconds. "Virtually any button you see anywhere, you can copy, strip the text, add your own text, icons and logo, and publish it," Walters says.
In addition, ButtonGadget2™ incorporates a new ButtonStudio plugin that lets you instantly create professional buttons with glossy effects from simple screen captures.
"Another great feature," Walters says, "is our patent-pending SmartStretch™ technology which enables you to clean off and resize perfectly virtually all existing buttons regardless of how they were originally created while maintaining zero distortion of the original image. Web designers have expressed great interest in being able to do this very thing for some time now, as it's difficult if not impossible to do inside Photoshop. Legacy web sites can now be upgraded in rapid-development fashion using ButtonGadget2."
ButtonGadget2 provides developers and designers with an impressive array of advantages. These include:
• ButtonGadget2 functions like a mini-Photoshop -- without the overhead -- and is specifically dedicated to creating buttons and links
• Multi-state buttons make for effective web and software interface work
• Designer and programmers can work more quickly, making dozens of buttons in an hour, each with different look and feel, or following a single design motif
• Using BittyFont technology, very small, very clear text on buttons -- as small as 3-point -- can be clearly rendered
• ButtonGadget2 allows users to copy icons from any source and build custom buttons around them
• Users can import stock photos and drawings to create multi-state icon-based interfaces
• The program makes interface development easier and faster
• Users can "professionalize software and web site interfaces, as well as navigation easily justify higher fees
• Resellable button sets for stock image firms (such as iStockPhoto.com) can be offered to clients
• ButtonGadget2 can be used in any rapid development or software development interface design: Windows Vista, C++, C#, Basic, REALbasic, Runtime Revolution, Filemaker, Apple Xcode, RapidWeaver, MacroMedia Dreamweaver, iWeb, Visual Studio 2006, Microsoft Visual FoxPro, Borland C++ Builder 6.0, Adobe ColdFusion, and many more
A five-minute video demo of the new product is available at http://www.buttongadget.com/ButtonGadgetSub/VideoClassrom.htm.
"There simply isn't any software I'm aware of that lets a graphically challenged software developer like me create such snazzy buttons so easily and quickly," says well-known software developer, author and speaker Dan Shafer. "You really do have to see it to believe it."
ButtonGadget2™ is immediately available for sale at http://www.buttongadget.com for both Windows and Macintosh systems. Developed with ease-of-use for novice users, and the power seasoned developers and graphic designers demand. Priced at just $34.95 for a version that runs on both systems.
For a free evaluation copy of ButtonGadget2, contact Chipp Walters at Altuit.
Press Contact:
Chipp Walters
Altuit, Inc.
Austin, TX October 17, 2006 -- Custom Web buttons are now easier to create with ButtonGadget2™ from Altuit, Inc. A leader in providing design solutions (including the rapid development platform Runtime Revolution), the company today announced it is shipping the new graphics and design application to customers worldwide. The program complements many widely used Web and software applications, such as Filemaker, Window's Vista, and Apple's Xcode.
ButtonGadget2™ allows Web and software developers - even those with minimal graphic design skills -- to create animated buttons more easily than with any other tool on the market. It supports Macromedia applications and Microsoft FoxPro, among many other well known applications.
ButtonGadget2™ is the brainchild of internationally known and award-winning developer Chipp Walters, founder and CEO of Altuit. Using the program, a user can capture any arbitrary portion of a screen display and in seconds convert it into a set of four buttons that animate correctly. Grab a button from an existing site, import it into ButtonGadget2™, remove the text and replace it with your own in just seconds. "Virtually any button you see anywhere, you can copy, strip the text, add your own text, icons and logo, and publish it," Walters says.
In addition, ButtonGadget2™ incorporates a new ButtonStudio plugin that lets you instantly create professional buttons with glossy effects from simple screen captures.
"Another great feature," Walters says, "is our patent-pending SmartStretch™ technology which enables you to clean off and resize perfectly virtually all existing buttons regardless of how they were originally created while maintaining zero distortion of the original image. Web designers have expressed great interest in being able to do this very thing for some time now, as it's difficult if not impossible to do inside Photoshop. Legacy web sites can now be upgraded in rapid-development fashion using ButtonGadget2."
ButtonGadget2 provides developers and designers with an impressive array of advantages. These include:
• ButtonGadget2 functions like a mini-Photoshop -- without the overhead -- and is specifically dedicated to creating buttons and links
• Multi-state buttons make for effective web and software interface work
• Designer and programmers can work more quickly, making dozens of buttons in an hour, each with different look and feel, or following a single design motif
• Using BittyFont technology, very small, very clear text on buttons -- as small as 3-point -- can be clearly rendered
• ButtonGadget2 allows users to copy icons from any source and build custom buttons around them
• Users can import stock photos and drawings to create multi-state icon-based interfaces
• The program makes interface development easier and faster
• Users can "professionalize software and web site interfaces, as well as navigation easily justify higher fees
• Resellable button sets for stock image firms (such as iStockPhoto.com) can be offered to clients
• ButtonGadget2 can be used in any rapid development or software development interface design: Windows Vista, C++, C#, Basic, REALbasic, Runtime Revolution, Filemaker, Apple Xcode, RapidWeaver, MacroMedia Dreamweaver, iWeb, Visual Studio 2006, Microsoft Visual FoxPro, Borland C++ Builder 6.0, Adobe ColdFusion, and many more
A five-minute video demo of the new product is available at http://www.buttongadget.com/ButtonGadgetSub/VideoClassrom.htm.
"There simply isn't any software I'm aware of that lets a graphically challenged software developer like me create such snazzy buttons so easily and quickly," says well-known software developer, author and speaker Dan Shafer. "You really do have to see it to believe it."
ButtonGadget2™ is immediately available for sale at http://www.buttongadget.com for both Windows and Macintosh systems. Developed with ease-of-use for novice users, and the power seasoned developers and graphic designers demand. Priced at just $34.95 for a version that runs on both systems.
For a free evaluation copy of ButtonGadget2, contact Chipp Walters at Altuit.
Press Contact:
Chipp Walters
Altuit, Inc.
Altuit releases first cross-platform font external for Runtime Revolution developers.
altFont provides developers access to TrueType fonts across platforms.
Austin, Texas January 26,2006
Altuit, a premiere 3rd party externals developer for the Rapid Application Development system know as Runtime Revolution (RunRev) releases Mac and PC versions of the altFont external. Now developers can use any font with their Runtime Revolution applications.
Altuit's altFont externals work seamlessly to allow developers to load and unload TrueType fonts at will from within RunRev. When loaded, these fonts are available to any RunRev standalone to use in any manner they chose. Plus, using Altuit's special installer, the DEMO application automatically installs the externals and keeps them updated. The simple interface requires developers only learn two commands.
Award winning software designer, Scott Rossi of Tactile Media, Inc. said, "I just started using altFont and so far it is the answer to a long held
wish: to use my own fonts in projects without worrying about what's already loaded on the system."
Chipp Walters, President of Altuit also noted, "altFont is only the beginning of many dedicated Runtime Revolution initiatives this quarter." Altuit also markets altBrowser, the embedded browser for RunRev along with altSQLite, an embedded version of the open source SQLite database engine.
About Altuit
Located in the outskirts of Austin, Texas, Altuit, Inc. conjures internet software magic through the disciplines of design, extreme programming, rapid product development and proven entrepreneurial skills. Among their many product offering include the enterprise level Content Management System called Hemingway.
For more information please contact:
Chipp Walters
Altuit, Inc.
Mailing Address:
Altuit, Inc.
2611 Bee Caves Rd
#106
Austin, TX 78746
Main Phone: (512) 692-9346
E-mail: chipp@altuit.com
Austin, Texas January 26,2006
Altuit, a premiere 3rd party externals developer for the Rapid Application Development system know as Runtime Revolution (RunRev) releases Mac and PC versions of the altFont external. Now developers can use any font with their Runtime Revolution applications.
Altuit's altFont externals work seamlessly to allow developers to load and unload TrueType fonts at will from within RunRev. When loaded, these fonts are available to any RunRev standalone to use in any manner they chose. Plus, using Altuit's special installer, the DEMO application automatically installs the externals and keeps them updated. The simple interface requires developers only learn two commands.
Award winning software designer, Scott Rossi of Tactile Media, Inc. said, "I just started using altFont and so far it is the answer to a long held
wish: to use my own fonts in projects without worrying about what's already loaded on the system."
Chipp Walters, President of Altuit also noted, "altFont is only the beginning of many dedicated Runtime Revolution initiatives this quarter." Altuit also markets altBrowser, the embedded browser for RunRev along with altSQLite, an embedded version of the open source SQLite database engine.
About Altuit
Located in the outskirts of Austin, Texas, Altuit, Inc. conjures internet software magic through the disciplines of design, extreme programming, rapid product development and proven entrepreneurial skills. Among their many product offering include the enterprise level Content Management System called Hemingway.
For more information please contact:
Chipp Walters
Altuit, Inc.
Mailing Address:
Altuit, Inc.
2611 Bee Caves Rd
#106
Austin, TX 78746
Main Phone: (512) 692-9346
E-mail: chipp@altuit.com
Altuit Content Management System Brings Back Profitability
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 15, 2002--Altuit(tm) Inc. announces the immediate availability of Hemingway Enterprise(tm). Pricing for a complete Hemingway Enterprise server starts at $20,000.
Building on extensive experience with content management system (CMS) services, Altuit now offers a licensed version of Hemingway for onsite installation.
Our customers have built over 2,000 webs using our Hemingway Professional ASP(tm) service, says Chipp Walters, CEO of Altuit. Unlike other CMS products, Hemingway requires minimal administration, and only the most basic technical expertise for setup. While Hemingway can be accessed entirely within a browser, the product's ultimate ease-of-use is based on the use of secure Content Wizards(tm). By employing these wizards, corporate users can add and edit content using a simple step-by-step interface. These wizards are created in just minutes. We built Hemingway from the ground up to be the next generation of CMS, resulting in a product that generates a quick ROI for growing businesses.
Godinez International, a leading customs brokerage servicing the U.S./Mexico border, chose Hemingway Enterprise as a way to generate additional business and differentiate themselves in their market. Additionally, they wanted to form closer relationships with key customers. We needed a solution that would address our Internet, Intranet, and Extranet requirements. Plus, we wanted all our web initiatives to be managed by existing employees, says Tony Godinez, President and Founder of Godinez International. Other CMS products were far too expensive, and required expertise that I just didn't have in-house. We were looking for a revenue generator, not something that added to our overhead. For us, Hemingway is the right balance of power, price, and scalability for meeting our rapid annual growth.
About Altuit Inc.
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Altuit is a privately funded software firm founded in early 2001 by three seasoned start-up executives. Hemingway(tm) is a family of high performance, low cost, content management products created and marketed by Altuit. The goal of Altuit is to offer innovative products simple enough for non-technical people, but powerful enough for enterprise deployments.
Altuit's Hemingway products provide a unique solution for today's new economy by dramatically accelerating a corporation's ability to grow and evolve a Web site. With Hemingway Dynamic Site Evolution(tm), companies can react instantly to new internal initiatives, customer demands, or competitive pressures.
Hemingway is available either as an ASP service or as a licensed software server. With the Hemingway product's intuitive browser-based interface, organizations can now perform their Web site development and management in-house, eliminating costly third-party professional services.
Hemingway Enterprise configurations start at $20,000. Hemingway Professional ASP service starts at $480 per year. For further information visit: www.altuit.com. You may submit a request for additional information by clicking the Contact Us link on the Altuit home page.
About Godinez International LLC
Headquartered in Hidalgo, Texas, with a secondary facility in Nogales, Ariz., Godinez International has been providing unparalleled customs brokerage and third-party logistics (3PL) service for major customers since its establishment in 1995. The Company is known for its effectiveness in providing superior customer service and its flexibility to adapt to change. As a customs brokerage firm, Godinez International has positioned itself as a major competitor and 3PL provider for produce/dry goods along the U.S.-Mexico border region.
Along with its strong growth, Godinez International has staffed its human infrastructure with top industry professionals who are instrumental in supporting Godinez International's high level of commitment to service and excellence. For further information visit: www.godinezintl.com.
CONTACT: Altuit Inc., Austin, TX
Chipp Walters,
Phone: 512/692-4620
E-mail: chipp@altuit.com
Website: www.altuit.com
Building on extensive experience with content management system (CMS) services, Altuit now offers a licensed version of Hemingway for onsite installation.
Our customers have built over 2,000 webs using our Hemingway Professional ASP(tm) service, says Chipp Walters, CEO of Altuit. Unlike other CMS products, Hemingway requires minimal administration, and only the most basic technical expertise for setup. While Hemingway can be accessed entirely within a browser, the product's ultimate ease-of-use is based on the use of secure Content Wizards(tm). By employing these wizards, corporate users can add and edit content using a simple step-by-step interface. These wizards are created in just minutes. We built Hemingway from the ground up to be the next generation of CMS, resulting in a product that generates a quick ROI for growing businesses.
Godinez International, a leading customs brokerage servicing the U.S./Mexico border, chose Hemingway Enterprise as a way to generate additional business and differentiate themselves in their market. Additionally, they wanted to form closer relationships with key customers. We needed a solution that would address our Internet, Intranet, and Extranet requirements. Plus, we wanted all our web initiatives to be managed by existing employees, says Tony Godinez, President and Founder of Godinez International. Other CMS products were far too expensive, and required expertise that I just didn't have in-house. We were looking for a revenue generator, not something that added to our overhead. For us, Hemingway is the right balance of power, price, and scalability for meeting our rapid annual growth.
About Altuit Inc.
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Altuit is a privately funded software firm founded in early 2001 by three seasoned start-up executives. Hemingway(tm) is a family of high performance, low cost, content management products created and marketed by Altuit. The goal of Altuit is to offer innovative products simple enough for non-technical people, but powerful enough for enterprise deployments.
Altuit's Hemingway products provide a unique solution for today's new economy by dramatically accelerating a corporation's ability to grow and evolve a Web site. With Hemingway Dynamic Site Evolution(tm), companies can react instantly to new internal initiatives, customer demands, or competitive pressures.
Hemingway is available either as an ASP service or as a licensed software server. With the Hemingway product's intuitive browser-based interface, organizations can now perform their Web site development and management in-house, eliminating costly third-party professional services.
Hemingway Enterprise configurations start at $20,000. Hemingway Professional ASP service starts at $480 per year. For further information visit: www.altuit.com. You may submit a request for additional information by clicking the Contact Us link on the Altuit home page.
About Godinez International LLC
Headquartered in Hidalgo, Texas, with a secondary facility in Nogales, Ariz., Godinez International has been providing unparalleled customs brokerage and third-party logistics (3PL) service for major customers since its establishment in 1995. The Company is known for its effectiveness in providing superior customer service and its flexibility to adapt to change. As a customs brokerage firm, Godinez International has positioned itself as a major competitor and 3PL provider for produce/dry goods along the U.S.-Mexico border region.
Along with its strong growth, Godinez International has staffed its human infrastructure with top industry professionals who are instrumental in supporting Godinez International's high level of commitment to service and excellence. For further information visit: www.godinezintl.com.
CONTACT: Altuit Inc., Austin, TX
Chipp Walters,
Phone: 512/692-4620
E-mail: chipp@altuit.com
Website: www.altuit.com
ProfessorMoe Forms Strategic Relationship with Altuit, Inc.
For immediate release
January, 2002
ProfessorMoe formed a strategic relationship with Austin, Texas-based company Altuit, Inc., to complete the company's technology. After looking for a company that could complete the technology for over 15-months, CEO/Co-Founder Dr Dion Klein is excited about the deal. "Altuit's proven experience, product presentation and client service really made a difference in forming the relationship. Chipp Walters and his staff not only have the technical experience but also the business acument and understanding as well, which will contribute to ProfessorMoe's success."
Altuit, Inc. was founded by Chipp Walters and Chris Bohnert. Located in the skies above Austin, Texas (USA), Altuit conjures internet software magic through the disciplines of design, extreme programming, rapid product development and proven entrepreneurial skills.
January, 2002
ProfessorMoe formed a strategic relationship with Austin, Texas-based company Altuit, Inc., to complete the company's technology. After looking for a company that could complete the technology for over 15-months, CEO/Co-Founder Dr Dion Klein is excited about the deal. "Altuit's proven experience, product presentation and client service really made a difference in forming the relationship. Chipp Walters and his staff not only have the technical experience but also the business acument and understanding as well, which will contribute to ProfessorMoe's success."
Altuit, Inc. was founded by Chipp Walters and Chris Bohnert. Located in the skies above Austin, Texas (USA), Altuit conjures internet software magic through the disciplines of design, extreme programming, rapid product development and proven entrepreneurial skills.
Altuit launches Hemingway
8/06/01 - Austin
For immediate release
Austin startup Altuit, Inc today announced the shipping version of Hemingway, the easy-to-use website authoring system for Palm and PC.
With Hemingway, users can build and update websites easily from a Palm device or any computer connected to the internet. Among the ways Hemingway differentiates itself from other website authoring products:
Hemingway for Palm can download and create/change websites using a Palm device, then post the changes.
Pricing for Hemingway ranges from $30-$240 depending on the service.
For more information contact: Chipp Walters, chipp@altuit.com
For immediate release
Austin startup Altuit, Inc today announced the shipping version of Hemingway, the easy-to-use website authoring system for Palm and PC.
With Hemingway, users can build and update websites easily from a Palm device or any computer connected to the internet. Among the ways Hemingway differentiates itself from other website authoring products:
- Works with Palm OS
- Allows posting of websites to ANY SERVER
- Can create and manage numerous restricted access websites using industry standard security
- Unlimited websites
- Automatically Email users regarding new website changes
- Feedback Form Wizard autocreates feedback forms, registration forms, support forms, enrollment forms and others
- Embedded HTML for forms, javascript, Flash, video, and other advanced design features
- Professionally designed style templates
- WYSIWYG Color Theme Designer
- Data-centric model using XML and Web Services
Hemingway for Palm can download and create/change websites using a Palm device, then post the changes.
Pricing for Hemingway ranges from $30-$240 depending on the service.
For more information contact: Chipp Walters, chipp@altuit.com
