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Alkmaar Amiga Meetup 2024: A Next-Gen Review!

The Alkmaar Amiga Meetup on November 30th, 2024 proved once again that the Amiga community is alive and kicking, with a strong focus on the future! Organized by the ever-enthusiastic Paul “Sananaman” Koster of Amigascene.nl, the event drew in Amiga fans from all over the Netherlands and even some dedicated German “Amigans.”

This year’s theme, “Amiga Next-Gen,” put the spotlight on the exciting developments pushing the platform forward. Attendees were treated to a showcase of AmigaOne X5000 machines running AmigaOS 4, with prominent community members like @geennaam (creator of the Next-Gen HD Audio drivers), @skateman, and @sananman demonstrating their impressive capabilities. @oldfart bravely brought his open-case X5000, which unfortunately suffered some boot-up hiccups. But in true Amiga community spirit, fellow enthusiasts jumped in to help, successfully resurrecting the machine!

 @skateman with his dual-GPU equipped X5000, showcasing the versatility of the platform by running MorphOS, Linux, and AmigaOS. It was a testament to the Amiga’s enduring adaptability and the dedication of its community.

Beyond the impressive hardware, the meetup provided a fantastic opportunity for Amigans to connect, share their passion, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Luxury sandwiches, hot snacks, and a steady flow of drinks kept everyone fueled throughout the day. The organizers even provided free parking and trolleys for transporting equipment, ensuring a smooth and convenient experience for all.

The Alkmaar Amiga Meetup 2024 was a resounding success, demonstrating that the Amiga spirit is thriving. With passionate individuals driving innovation and a supportive community fostering collaboration, the future of Amiga looks bright!

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rVNCd 1.38: A New Era of Remote AmigaOS4 Control

Empowering Remote Access to Your AmigaOS4 Machine

For AmigaOS4 enthusiasts who often find themselves away from their beloved machines, rVNCd 1.38 offers a significant upgrade to remote access capabilities. Developed by the talented Rene W Olsen, this latest version brings a host of enhancements and fixes, further solidifying its position as a must-have tool for remote AmigaOS4 control.

Key Features and Improvements:

  • Enhanced Performance: Experience smoother and more responsive remote sessions, thanks to optimized network communication and rendering.
  • Bug Fixes: A range of critical bug fixes addresses known issues, ensuring a more stable and reliable remote experience.
  • User-Friendly Interface: The intuitive interface remains easy to navigate, making it simple to set up and configure remote access.

How to Get Started:

  1. Download rVNCd 1.38: Acquire the latest version from OS4depot.
  2. Installation: Follow the straightforward installation instructions provided with the software. (Extract the LHA and start the Executable)
  3. Configuration: Customize the rVNCd settings to your preferences, including port number, password, and security options.
  4. Remote Access: Use a VNC client like TightVNC on your Windows, macOS, or Linux machine to connect to your AmigaOS4 system.

rVNCd 1.38 empowers you to take control of your AmigaOS4 machine from your local LAN or Internet. With its user-friendly interface, it’s the ideal tool for remote access, making your AmigaOS4 experience more flexible and convenient than ever before.

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Alkmaar Amiga Meetup 2024!

Calling all Amiga enthusiasts! AmigaScene.nl is hosting a special gathering dedicated to the Amiga Next Generation on November 30th in Alkmaar, Netherlands. 🇳🇱

Get ready to delve into the exciting world of what came after the classic Amiga! This event will be a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Explore MorphOS and AmigaOS4: Dive into the latest developments of these powerful Amiga successors.
  • Discover Amithlon: See how this project breathes new Amiga life into x86 hardware.
  • Witness the Power of PiStorm and Vampire: Witness the cutting-edge hardware that’s pushing the boundaries of the Amiga experience.

Bring Your Beloved Amiga!

This isn’t just a spectator event! Feel free to bring your own Amiga hardware and showcase it on one of the reservable tables. It’s a perfect chance to share your passion with fellow Amiga lovers and discover hidden gems from others!

Fueling Your Amiga Spirit! ☕️

The €20 entrance fee covers not only the venue but also keeps you fueled throughout the day with delicious drinks and snacks.

Reserve Your Spot!

Don’t miss out on this exciting Amiga gathering! Head over to AmigaScene.nl for more information and to reserve your spot. (see mail in picture above)

Mark your calendars for November 30th and join the Amiga Next Generation celebration in Alkmaar! 11:00 – 18:00

Spread the word! Share this post with your fellow Amiga enthusiasts and let’s make this a gathering to remember!

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MorphOS Easy2Install also available in Dutch

The best packagemanager for MorphOS will also be available in Dutch soon…

What is Easy2Install ? ….

This is a new package manager created with Hollywood for MorphOS.

It allows you to download, extract, install, launch and uninstall many archives
from the MorphOS-Storage server. This software loads a dynamic database from the MorphOS-Storage created by Bruno Peloille (BeWorld).

Many features:
– tests if an internet connection is available
– progress bar during downloads, extractions and scans
– sorts for most recent entries and categories
– displays any ReadMe and/or preview (if available)
– compares versions (if available)
– launches its installer script (if available)
– desintation path by category editable
– destination path for a specific software editable
– double-click on an installed entry which will launch the software
– send mail to developers (if available)
– visit official website (if available)
– support via Paypal button (if available)
– watch YouTube video (if available)
– show banners (commercial product, etc.)

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Amiga A1222 Plus box …

Is it a render… is it the real deal… time will tell….. (now bring on the boards)

In an exciting collaboration of Amiga technology companies, ACube Systems, AAA Technology and A-EON Technology have come together to announce the production version of the long awaited A1222+ computer. This joint effort brings a new era of collaborative computing for Amiga enthusiasts by leveraging the expertise and resources of the three companies. The A1222+ is custom designed to run AmigaOS 4.x and also supports compatible Linux PowerPC operating systems as well as AmigaOS 3.x under emulation. The motherboard’s compact and robust design is powered by NXP’s QorIQ P1022 dual-core PowerPC processor running at 1.2 GHz. It is supplied with version 2.3 of A-EON’s Enhancer software package which includes advanced video and graphics drivers and a whole host of updated applications, utilities and datatypes. ACube Systems have already successfully produced updated A1222+ v1.3 prototypes and will manage the new motherboard production and testing while AAA Technology will act as the main distributor for the new Amiga machine

 

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Amiga Browser IBrowse 3 Out Now!

Browse is a fast, stable, classic web browser helping you surf the net with your AMIGA®. Features include HTML 4.01 and XHTML 1.0 browsing, OpenSSL 3.1-based TLSv1.3 secure connections, FTP downloads, comprehensive JavaScript 1.6 engine, tabbed browsers (pioneered by IBrowse), a customisable GUI layout, many other customisable features and support for proprietary extensions from other browsers. IBrowse is compatible with AmigaOS® 3.0, 3.1, 3.1.4, 3.2, 3.5, 3.9, 4.1FE and MorphOS.

Source: IBrowse 3 – web browser for Amiga computers / AmigaOS

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Amiga webbrowser iBrowse 2.5.9 Released

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Browse 2.5.9 + AmiSSL 5.12 Released

IBrowse 2.5.9 is now available for download (OS4 users may use AmiUpdate instead), which is the ninth free update for registered owners of IBrowse 2.5. IBrowse 2.1-2.4 and 1.x owners may upgrade to IBrowse 2.5.9 by registering at discounted rates. Please note: IBrowse 2.5.9 requires AmiSSL 5.12, also released today, so you are advised to download it before updating IBrowse, otherwise you will be left without HTTPS access.

Unfortunately, the disk cache stopped functioning correctly in IBrowse 2.5.7, so this update has been mainly made to address this issue. We would recommend using both the disk cache flush, then the clean up function via the menus, after installing IBrowse 2.5.9, to restore your disk cache to a working state. You may also need to manually delete any remaining “tree” directories in your disk cache directory. Full list of changes:

  • Fixed the disk cache, which became broken in 25.109
  • Now requires AmiSSL 5.12 for secure connections
  • Added workaround for AmigaOS 4.x Installer versions 53.1-53.7 which were unfortunately broken, with 53.2 being on the 4.1FE CD-ROM
  • Copyright year bumped to 2023