iRule 2.3 Now Available for iOS!
We are excited to announce that iRule version 2.3 for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch is now available for download.
You asked us for these new features, and we're listening! From the iTunes Module that controls iTunes on a Mac or PC, to hidden navigation bar, screen dimming, and a new iPad panel transition, we worked really hard to add the features you wanted!
Announcing iTunes Module for iRule HD
With iRule, an iPad, and the iTunes Module, you don't have to launch a different app to see playlists, browse, and play music from iTunes! Add an iTunes Module to your iPad remote, and create a whole-house audio-video distribution system without spending a fortune. All you'll need is an AppleTV or two, an AirportExpress, or some other AirPlay device, and access all your music, movies, TV shows, podcasts and more - right from iRule.
iTunes Control - iRule’s first add-on module provides powerful control of iTunes running on a Mac or Windows PC.
AirPlay - AirPlay devices are automatically connected. Supported devices include AppleTV, AirPort Express, AV receivers, and compatible speakers.
For iPad - Initially iPad-only; later releases will support additional handset platforms.
Pricing - The iTunes module is $25 per handset and is available to both Basic and Pro users.
New Features in iRule version 2.3:
Hide Nav Bar (Pro) - Designers can now hide the Nav Bar on the remote, eliminating the page title, "panels", and "back" buttons while freeing up additional screen real estate.
Text on Buttons & Links - Yes, you can now overlay text on Buttons and Links!
Screen Dimming - iRule will now dim the screen after a period of inactivity. Leave iRule open and connected in a dark room and just tap the screen to brighten it up and use it.
Macro Pause Dialog - Added "wait" dialogs to direct users to wait while device macros execute.
Smooth Repeat IR - Faster repeating of infrared commands on supported devices, useful in applications like volume ramping.
Better Macro Handling - Macros are now queued for sequential execution.
Fade Transition - The "sliding" Panel transition on iRule HD (iPad) has been replaced with a more subtle dissolve for a more seamless user experience, especially with buttons such as source, volume or mute that are static from panel to panel.
Improved Command Execution - Command queuing has been improved.
"More" tab - This new tab in the Builder holds these new items:
Actions - New Delay and Message elements for more reliable and polished macros.
Modules (iTunes) - Drag-and-drop the iTunes Module into your layout from here.
Widgets - Drag-and-drop Buttons, Links, Labels, and URLs from this new element group.
Launch - Launch external apps, the Apple Mail app, an email to support, or a URL in the Safari browsers - right from a Button!
Nav - Now that the Navgation Bar can be hidden from the user, use the Nav commands to add your own Back, Sync, Panels, and Gateways buttons to a remote.
Rounded Corners - URL element and iTunes Module can now be displayed in a remote with rounded corners or square corners.
Improved Background Image - Background images are easier to arrange and layer.
iOS 5.1 support - Tested and supported on newly-released iOS 5.1.
