Author Topic: WeatherBox Version 1.0 Coming out Soon! (Read 8950 times)

WeatherBox · « **on:** March 10, 2014, 11:44:07 PM »

What: WeatherBox Tactical Weather Support Software

When: We hope to launch WeatherBox before the end of March.

Watch the version 1.0 video tour on our forum here:
http://weatherbox.proboards.com/thread/8/guided-tour-weatherbox-version-1

The subscription for the data flow will only be $9.99/month, with first 14 days free and can cancel during trial period. There will be no cost for the software itself.

There are too many features to list here, but one of the best features is the timeliness of the data. We have timed local radar images arriving 30-60 seconds faster than the other major software packages, as well as full size 1km resolution visible satellite imagery. Just watch the video to see what it's all about. It will turn your PC into a professional-grade meteorological workstation.

In addition to what you see in the users guide video, we will also have a very special feature called Time Machine (Coming soon). With Time Machine, you'll be able to set the date of your WeatherBox to a past date (We started archiving early this year, but will continue to accumulate with time). All the data you normally view in real-time will be available from the archive. With the click of the a button, your WeatherBox will populate with full 1km visible satellite, IR, WV, local and national mosaic radar, warnings, observations, VWP's and storm attributes. Time Machine will be a GREAT TOOL for learning about past events, or just to have fun loading up an interesting weather day. A WeatherBox including time machine will be $14.99/month.

Finally, we will also be adding a model page that will be accessible to subscribers. Just like our real-time data...we expect the model output to be produced lightning fast so WeatherBox subscribers will always have the first look at the new model output.

Join the forum to keep up with latest news, including actual release date. We hope to see you there!

AWL · « **Reply #1 on:** March 11, 2014, 12:04:19 AM »

Will all the data be ours to use as we see fit and have the ability to ftp model data, satellite images, and radar loops to our web sites?

-Doug

Farmtalk · « **Reply #2 on:** March 11, 2014, 01:03:32 AM »

Looks like a pretty neat program. I was wondering the same with Doug, I'd like to upload that radar and/or satellite data to my site if that's possible?

shirsch · « **Reply #3 on:** March 11, 2014, 07:58:46 AM »

Looks great when will it be available

Do you need any Beta Testers??

Thanks

Steve

WeatherBox · « **Reply #4 on:** March 11, 2014, 06:43:43 PM »

DougW and FarmTalk: We plan on adding the FTP feature so you can upload screenshots to a personal website, but likely in the next version.

The main thing to keep in mind at this point is that this is Version 1. We have a long list of features we plan on adding, and of course will take user input. I suggest
first joining our forum, then you can officially request features.

http://weatherbox.proboards.com/

Also, we plan on having MONTHLY updates, so you will always have something to look forward to!

Farmtalk · « **Reply #5 on:** March 11, 2014, 06:52:35 PM »

Can't lie, this program does look pretty neat to me. The thing that always bothers me with programs are lots of bugs, so if you don't have too many bugs, then I think you'll have a winning product

shirsch · « **Reply #6 on:** March 11, 2014, 07:13:22 PM »

Will this be a browser based program?

WeatherBox · « **Reply #7 on:** March 11, 2014, 10:03:27 PM »

farmtalk - There are no bugs that we know of. However, everyone's computer is slightly different and no doubt various parts of the program will be made more efficient over time.

shirsch - It is not browser based, it is a Windows program.

WeatherBox · « **Reply #8 on:** March 13, 2014, 07:33:42 PM »

Screenshots of Visible Satellite and National Mosaic Radar when WeatherBox is stretched over dual-23" monitors:

https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B1_-oPVNJkr3RzBNQUdWM2xIMms
https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B1_-oPVNJkr3aE9yT19CQTEyTjQ

shirsch · « **Reply #9 on:** March 14, 2014, 07:32:14 AM »

Looks Great!!!!

Farmtalk · « **Reply #10 on:** March 21, 2014, 03:55:30 AM »

What's the timeline on this guy being published so that we can check it out?

WeatherBox · « **Reply #11 on:** March 21, 2014, 09:22:25 AM »

Farmtalk, expect it to be available within 10 days.

shirsch · « **Reply #12 on:** March 21, 2014, 10:08:17 AM »

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Farmtalk · « **Reply #13 on:** March 21, 2014, 10:44:04 PM »

Thanks for the quick update!

WeatherBox · « **Reply #14 on:** March 24, 2014, 02:38:42 PM »

Version 1 will be out in a few days...standby.

shirsch · « **Reply #15 on:** March 24, 2014, 03:00:03 PM »

Need a Tester???

WeatherBox · « **Reply #16 on:** March 27, 2014, 11:46:48 AM »

WeatherBox Version 1.0 is now available!

http://weatherbox.proboards.com/thread/18/subscription-link

If you cancel before 2 week trial ends, you will not be charged.

shirsch · « **Reply #17 on:** March 27, 2014, 12:01:49 PM »

Can not get to link...no authorization

WeatherBox · « **Reply #18 on:** March 27, 2014, 12:04:50 PM »

Try again...

AWL · « **Reply #19 on:** March 27, 2014, 01:21:47 PM »

Not being a downer here...but... hate giving the ole credit card number out before seeing what I'm getting. IMHO a two week free trial woulld be much more attractive.

-Doug

WeatherBox · « **Reply #20 on:** March 27, 2014, 01:27:58 PM »

It is free for two weeks, no charges are made unless you do not cancel before 2 weeks is up.

After you subscribe, there will be a link in the email to go to your account, and hit the cancel button.

AWL · « **Reply #21 on:** March 27, 2014, 01:33:30 PM »

Quote from: DougW on March 27, 2014, 01:21:47 PM

Not being a downer here...but... hate giving the ole credit card number out before seeing what I'm getting. IMHO a two week free trial woulld be much more attractive.

Understand. But still the point remains the same. Just my thoughts...

-Doug

WeatherBox · « **Reply #22 on:** March 27, 2014, 02:20:20 PM »

Not sure if you mean you don't like shopping online in general due to security risks, or that you are concerned you will forget to cancel before payment starts.

After you sign up, you can immediately follow a link in the email, go to your account and hit "Cancel Subscription". Your key will continue to work for
the 2 week trial period and there will be no charges. Then you can come back later and sign up again if you want to subscribe.

I'm trying to see if there is an alternative way to offer a 2 week trial without subscribing first, but I doubt I'll be able to before the big storms tomorrow.

shirsch · « **Reply #23 on:** March 27, 2014, 02:20:33 PM »

Is anyone using it yet????

WeatherBox · « **Reply #24 on:** March 27, 2014, 02:26:11 PM »

Are you now able to get to the link?

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