All IT and computing articles – Page 3
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FeaturesApple Autocad software looks fruitful
Autodesk’s new cad software seems set to put Apple back at the top of the tree for architects.
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FeaturesBiennale iPhone app reviewed: maps useful, but functionality misses a trick
The Venice Architecture Biennale iPhone app has been launched to ease the journey from one pavilion to another, help visitors manage the hectic schedule of events, and find and book restaurants.
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Scanning the bigger picture
Capable of creating highly accurate 3D environments and costing around £70,000, the Faro Photon 120 is the Bartlett’s latest research toy.
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NewsWorld’s largest virtual computer-generated skyscraper in Brazil
Brazilian practice Königsberger Vannucchi Architects has entered the record books with the world’s biggest augmented reality marker for its latest skyscraper.
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FeaturesMake sure you’re not storing up trouble
As software has developed, over time some applications have changed their file formats and others may have ceased to exist altogether
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FeaturesSomething in the air at RIBA Futures debate
Technology experts discussed how wireless data flow will change how we use buildings at a event hosted by RIBA Futures to kick off its latest research project.
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FeaturesMe & my IT: Luke Tozer
Pitman Tozer director on managing the practice’s online portfolio and software updates.
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FeaturesIPad has the right touch for architects
Could new iPad applications and software become valuable tools for practices?
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FeaturesMe and my IT: Robin Partington
How Robin Partington Architects’ 30-strong staff got to grips with office technology
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FeaturesSound mapping research promises to change how architects design for acoustics
New software plans to turn sound mapping into an everyday tool for architects
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FeaturesWorking Prototypes: 2010 Smart Geometry conference in Barcelona
This year’s Smart Geometry conference focused on combining parametric software with rapid prototyping
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FeaturesTime to explore the world of browsers
Under new EU rules computer users will now be offered a choice of web browsers, but which ones are the best for architects?
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FeaturesScience meets architecture at computing conference
The Architecture and Unconventional Computing Conference, organised by Neil Spiller, gave architects and scientists insight into the future of buildings
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ReviewOn site with a client? There’s an app for that
The iPhone is now a technology platform in its own right. Simon Johns brings you a guide to the best architecture-related applications
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FeaturesKeeping an eye on the future of technology
IT is changing — and changing fast. But what are the trends and innovations that will really make a difference to your practice? We ask some of the profession’s experts to take a look at what’s coming in their specialist area
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Is Google Apps the solution startups are searching for?
Today Google offers much more than the ubiquitous search engine that it started with. With Sketch Up, Google Maps, Google Earth, the Android operating system and the release of the Nexus One smartphone, it is positioning itself to be an integral part of everybody’s computing experience
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View the future in your phone
Augmented reality will soon be available on smartphones to transform site visits
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Beware the pitfalls of new broadband
Looking to take advantage of one of the new broadband offers and change suppliers?