25.4 2.2 - iPhone 5 update

Last update for a while, I promise. The major portion for this update was adding support for the new iPhone 5. While I really enjoy the spread out buttons, this lead to somewhat of a dilemma. You see, in order to add support for the iPhone 5, I had to remove all future support of the iPhone 3G. As stated in the update description, if this is something you want, LET ME KNOW. If so, I'd be happy to provide an iPhone 3G only version.

There was also some major changes to the UI on the iPad, but hopefully you won't notice. You may however notice that now all your calculations are stored in the paper printout regardless of orientation. This was a nice side effect of refactoring to support the iPhone 5.

Last bit of errata, I've changed the usage of the audio framework since the last update. You now no longer need to turn down the volume if you enjoy the button sounds. The effects will play simultaneously with all other device audio.

As always, enjoy, and if you have any feature request or improvement ideas let me know.

Thanks.

25.4 v2.1 - iPad Retina & a new graphics package

Another significant update to 25.4. In this release I've added support for the new iPad's retina display. But in the process of doing so, thought it prudent to try and keep the total App size to a bare minimum. I mean, who wants to download a 20Mb calculator App. I'm very proud to say that we beat our expectations. Not only did I add all new graphics for the new iPad, but also remade the entire graphics package with a new font, button styles and button animations. All this in a shiny new 9.2Mb package.

iPhone 3G owners. I added back support for iOS 4.0. A lot of us have old 3G's just laying around not doing anything. Why not put it to some use and keep it as a designated calculator? A few words of caution when running 25.4 on the iPhone 3G. Due to the slower processor, the button animations and sound effects processing take slightly longer than the 3GS and iPhone 4/4s. If you experience a situation were the App is not responding fast enough to your button presses. Simply turn down the volume in the In-App settings all the way. This will completely disable sound effect playback in the App. The rest of the App will continue functioning as normal, and feel as fast as on later iPhones.

Which brings us to the last topic. It came to our attention during the testing phase of this release that 25.4's button sounds may have an unintended side effect. You see, I take great pride in the production of my Apps. And as such I also take great care to create and use original assets. All the button sounds in 25.4 were recorded and mastered by myself for use in this App. In order to utilize these custom sounds, I have to use the same audio playback framework that is used by any other audio application on the iOS device. By now you're wondering where I'm going with this. Here's an example of the issue. You've got some great music playing through the App of your choice, jamming out and getting work done. You open up 25.4 to do some conversion and calculations. Start putting in some dimensions and realize, your music stopped playing. You see the moment you press a button, iOS will stop the music App from playing and play the button sound in 25.4. Luckily there is a very simple solution. Turn down the button  volume all the way in the In-App settings. This will effectively prevent the sounds from even attempting to play and allow all your other audio applications to continue functioning as normal.

That's all for this update, we truly hope you enjoy using 25.4.

  As always you can grab 25.4 on the App Store.

Universal version is here!

It's been a long time coming. But I am very happy to announce that the Universal version of 25.4 is now available on the App Store for download.

New Features
   • Now Universal! Buy it once, use it everywhere.
   • High quality iPad specific layout with larger readouts and buttons. 

   • High quality custom button sounds. 

   • Full volume control of buttons sounds available in Settings. 

   • New side bar printout view on the iPad. Allows you to keep a running tally of your calculations. 

Bugfixes 

   • Fixed issue where a trailing decimal point would be displayed in the metric display.

   • Fixed issue where 0/ would be displayed in the Inches display if entering a metric decimal value without a whole number.

   Grab the new Universal verion on the App Store.

Update 1.21

Added localization support for the following languages
• French
• German
• Spanish

Minor bug-fixes.

Version 1.2.1 is recommended for all users of 25.4. If you’ve purchased a previous version and would like to utilize the localization support. You will need to delete the previous version and re-purchase the app. Note: You will not be charged again. Also, this will not be required for future language additions.

More languages coming soon.

Get your update on the App Store.

Update 1.11

• Fixed a few display and decimal issues caused by the previous update. This update was tested much longer, and I hope free of remaining bugs. As always, if you find any, please let us know.

• Added the ability to have negative measurements automatically inverted to a positive number. This will allow you to continue math operations without needing to manually invert the number yourself. Understanding that this may confuse some, I have made the default to allow negative numbers. So unless you change the setting in the App Settings, nothing will change for you. I do recommend you try it though, it's a small thing that may save you a bit more time when adding and subtracting measurements.

Get your update on the App Store.

Update 1.01

We've recently completed the first minor update to 25.4. This update fixed a few minor display inconsistencies while using Fractional Inches. Input's should now display the same as Architectural.

We have also added the ability to begin a new mathematical computation without having to clear out your previous result. Thank you for the bug report. And as always, please feel free to let us know if you would like anything else added or changed.

We are constantly working to improve the design, efficiency and utility of 25.4. Our next planned major update will add International localization support. This will allow us to provide the App worldwide in the language of your choosing.

Get your update on the App Store.

25.4 - Metric to Inch Calculator for iPhone & iPod Touch

Built to allow fast switching between inputs, you can now directly add inches to the metric unit of your choice and vice versa. All without needing to convert units manually. Easily switch back and forth between metric and inches.

Need a simple conversion. Enter your value in the appropriate unit and it's automatically displayed. No need for additional buttons. Note: When inputing fractions you will need to press the equals sign.

Designed by a cabinetmaker, this app solves the problem of converting and adding many metric and inch measurements together. If you are an architect, cabinetmaker, draftsmen, tradesmen, designer or in any way use the imperial and metric systems together, you need this application.

Simply swipe your finger from right to left across the screen to reveal the application Settings. Adjust the parameters to your specification and get right back to work.

Metric units available:
Millimeters
Centimeters
Meters

Imperial Display types:
Decimal
Fractional
Architectural

Fractional Precision allowed:
1/2"
1/4"
1/8"
1/16"
1/32"
1/64"

Can be purchased from the Apple App Store for $0.99


Thank You for purchasing 25.4. I know you'll enjoy using it as much as I do, and please be sure to tell your friends and co-workers.

If you have any comments or questions please feel free to leave a comment or contact us at 25.4@comcast.net. If you are having an issue of any kind we want to hear about it and get it fixed. If you have suggestions we would love to hear about those as well.