SlideShowPro News

08.18.08 | SlideShowPro for Flash 1.8.9 (AS3 b1) now available

Today we're releasing an ActionScript 3.0 version of SlideShowPro for Flash 1.8.9 as a public beta for all current SlideShowPro for Flash users to download and test. This version is a complete rebuild of the (current) ActionScript 2.0 version of the component and features all of the same functionality. Where it differs however is that it's only compatible with Adobe Flash CS3, FLAs that use ActionScript 3.0 as their language, and Flash Player 9 or higher.

Some may read the above and wonder...if it's the same, why bother? Here's why. First, having an AS3 version allows Flash developers to use the component more effectively in their AS3 projects for it gives them direct access to the component's properties, events and methods (which wasn't possible when loading an AS2 SWF). Second, AS3 and Flash Player 9 ushered in numerous under-the-hood speed improvements and optimizations; allowing the component to run smoother and faster than in AS2. Third, it keeps the component up to date and current for other future uses that may hinge on AS3 exclusivity.

If you'd like to give it a try, login to your profile and click on the SlideShowPro for Flash link. Look for the "Betas" box in the left column.

To provide feedback or report issues, please visit this dedicated forum just for the AS3 version.

Lastly, please read the release notes that come with the ZIP. It contains some important usage instructions.

Enjoy! And happy beta testing.