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Motz

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Post by Motz » Thu Nov 08, 2012 12:45 am

Working on it, hopefully a beta/alpha sometime this week.
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Post by nevets209 » Thu Nov 08, 2012 5:04 am

How about Windows 8 RT / Surface? When can we expect a beta to test out the companion on an RT tablet?
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Post by WindowsHTPC » Thu Nov 08, 2012 3:48 pm

Is the ETA still this week? I've been checking 2x a day! heh. Perhaps I need to cut back on my caffeine intake.
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Post by mikinho » Thu Nov 08, 2012 3:50 pm

Yes it is. Please subscribe to http://www.thegreenbutton.tv/forums/vie ... =63&t=3061 and you'll be notified via e-mail :)
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Post by Twitch » Thu Nov 08, 2012 6:01 pm

Yay! Thank you Motz!
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Post by Motz » Thu Nov 08, 2012 6:46 pm

nevets209 wrote:How about Windows 8 RT / Surface? When can we expect a beta to test out the companion on an RT tablet?

Information soon :)
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Post by milli260876 » Fri Nov 09, 2012 8:35 pm

Will the RT/surface app work in windows 8 pro ? Obviously from the "don't call it metro" start screen?
Is that how the "apps" work? And in the end Microsoft hope to phase out the desktop "tile"...
I'm thinking low power pc always on in living room running ceton companion, tv and media server in loft(currently in cupboard under stairs!!) and echo in bedroom.
Oooh I do love a project...
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Post by Motz » Fri Nov 09, 2012 11:01 pm

I think I will just call it metro as it is all confusing. It is basically a Windows 8 app. So apps can specify to work with ARM, x64 or x86. And WinRT devices are ARM mostly, so you just need to compile against all 3 and you work on all devices. The only time you can't work on all 3 is if you are doing some crazy stuff outside of the framework and need access to the desktop.
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Post by milli260876 » Fri Nov 09, 2012 11:25 pm

That doesn't sound one bit complicated.....
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Post by txshonk » Tue Nov 13, 2012 1:10 am

I was out surfing the Windows Store on my phone and downloaded the companion app.

I missed the no Win8 support comment, any idea when Win8 will be supported?

[Moderator note: topic merged; please search before posting]
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Post by ahwman » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:09 pm

Motz wrote:Working on it, hopefully a beta/alpha sometime this week.
Can we get an update on Windows 8 support for the Companion app as I greatly miss the functionality. Has it been delayed?

Thanks!
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Post by mikinho » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:20 pm

Delayed a few more days yes
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Post by ahwman » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:27 pm

mikinho wrote:Delayed a few more days yes
Thanks Mike for the update. BTW, any word on YAMM support for TV as this was promised months ago, however it seems like it's dead in the water.

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Post by mikinho » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:30 pm

It won't be in the W8 build but soon to follow. A big focus is on Echo right now so some priorities are shifting. I was expected to get this done Sunday but life happens and my wife was in a bad accident so I've been struggling to get caught up again.
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Post by ahwman » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:32 pm

mikinho wrote:It won't be in the W8 build but soon to follow. A big focus is on Echo right now so some priorities are shifting. I was expected to get this done Sunday but life happens and my wife was in a bad accident so I've been struggling to get caught up again.
Mike, I'm so very sorry to hear about your wife. I will keep her in my prayers. I can only imagine how thin you're spread with such a full plate. Please know how appreciative we are for all of your hard work!

God bless you my friend...
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Post by mikinho » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:34 pm

Thank you, I appreciate it. She is doing a bit better, just in a lot of pain from the impact. Fractured rib, fractured clavicle, whiplash, etc. I'm actually working from the doctor office right now.

We'll post a status as soon as possible
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Post by ahwman » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:39 pm

mikinho wrote:Thank you, I appreciate it. She is doing a bit better, just in a lot of pain from the impact. Fractured rib, fractured clavicle, whiplash, etc. I'm actually working from the doctor office right now.

We'll post a status as soon as possible
Wow, bless your heart... You seem like a good guy Mike and I'll be happy to hear all is well with your wife. It definitely puts the important things in perspective. I'll let you get back to work partner.
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Post by pmier » Thu Nov 15, 2012 3:54 pm

I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I hope she makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Post by mikinho » Tue Nov 20, 2012 5:17 pm

Here is a BETA W8 Companion Services.

http://update.cetoncorp.com/get/compani ... atest/beta

Note: TV and Movies are not functioning in this build but wanted to get it out there for feedback \ bug reports on EPG, Recorded TV and Remote Control.

Please use the Public Tracker, http://tracker.cetoncorp.com/, to report any issues.

Thanks,

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Post by pmier » Tue Nov 20, 2012 5:20 pm

Awesome, Michael!

The link isn't working for me, however.
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