14 DAY TRIAL // EarthDesk, a dynamic desktop map that supports accurate moonlight and multiple display, developed by Xeric Design, has been updated to version 4.4. The new release improves the handling of satellite cloud images and can now detect and ignore images with missing data sent from the satellite receiving station. A demo version is available for download.
EarthDesk shows current sun, moon and city illumination, as well as real-time global cloud coverage, by replacing the static desktop with an image of the Earth. The software allows users to track hurricanes and other weather systems on their Macs and operates silently in the background, keeping the desktop constantly updated. Earthdesk automatically conforms its maps to the aspect ratio of your screen, for a perfect fit with adjustable zoom control.
EarthDesk’s dynamic desktop is continuously displayed as your desktop background, not like a lousy screen saver, which only appears when your system is idle. It can, however, be set as a screen-saver, if you wish.
Main features of EarthDesk include:
· Beautiful addition to any Mac system. · Accurate sun, moon and city lighting. · High quality twilight shading. · Moonlight shading can be turned on or off. · Complete multi-display support. · Eleven separate map projections. · Includes both satellite and political maps.
EarthDesk automatically updates when waking from sleep as well, and the software is easy to install. Help system and Atlas support files are also included with the application file, Xeric Design notes.
Special upgrade prices are available for older customers of EarthDesk v1. Some options for that are available for you to review right here. Owners of EarthDesk v1, v2 or v3 benefit from a free upgrade to EarthDesk 4.4. The latest version now detects and ignores cloud images that contain missing or partial data. As a new customer, you may purchase a full license to use EarthDesk 4 for 25 bucks.
EarthDesk requires Mac OS X 10.4 or higher and is a Universal Binary.