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Feedback from the developer... - Version: 2.2, 8/10/2004 11:05AM PST
Thomas Reed
I'd like to say thanks to everyone for your comments!
I've noticed a lot of people saying Coffee Break Pro is too pricey. Unfortunately, it is a niche product (ie, has a limited audience), and thus must cost a little more. For years I charged only $5-$6, and that didn't even pay for the development tools. I would eventually have had to drop it at that price. Priced at $20, it has been significantly more successful.
Also, I like the comment about the horrible graphics! I, too, feel that the program has outgrown the screen saver graphics that have been with it since 1994. I plan to do something about this at some point in the future. If anyone wants to submit graphics, let me know via the support form on the BitJuggler website.
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Love/Hate Relationship - Version: 2.2b2, 7/1/2003 07:09PM PST
FloridaLaura
I've developed a love-hate relationship with CoffeeBreak Pro, mostly because it does what it says it'll do: Lock up your machine and FORCE you to take breaks. I'm prone to arm, shoulder and neck aches from too much computing, yet I don't seem able to walk away from my machine when I'm fully involved in something unless I'm forced to. CoffeeBreak Pro is that force. It probably should be a little cheaper, and it definitely needs improvement on the screen-break graphics. On the overall, though, it's a good purchase for those who need more than a gentle reminder to take a break.
too pricey but a nice little app - Version: 2.2b1, 6/29/2003 05:42AM PST
zuka
I agree with the GraphicConverter analogy. But then, I think GC is worth 10x the amount charged.
Once thing I don't like about CBP is the lousy graphics. So I made my own. Perhaps I'll submit them to the developer and suggest a bit of an improvement in this area. Other than that, it does exactly what I expect it to.
Once thing I don't like about CBP is the lousy graphics. So I made my own. Perhaps I'll submit them to the developer and suggest a bit of an improvement in this area. Other than that, it does exactly what I expect it to.
too pricey 
- Version: 2.1.2, 6/23/2003 11:23AM PST
jglenn
I have been using version 2.1.2, and its dramatic blanking of the screen when it is time for a break is the type of kick in the pants I really need to get away from the keyboard and rest. It works well.
I have 3 problems with the OS X version, though: $20 is too expensive, very little programming goes into a timer, compared with a shareware product like graphic converter that is a work of staggering proportion; it doesn't recognize breaks taken while the computer's asleep; and it sucks up 1 to 3 percent of my Power Mac G4 dual processor, which seems excessive for a timer. We'll see if these are fixed in a subsequent version. Also, the graphics on the screen saver could be a little more professionally polished.
I have 3 problems with the OS X version, though: $20 is too expensive, very little programming goes into a timer, compared with a shareware product like graphic converter that is a work of staggering proportion; it doesn't recognize breaks taken while the computer's asleep; and it sucks up 1 to 3 percent of my Power Mac G4 dual processor, which seems excessive for a timer. We'll see if these are fixed in a subsequent version. Also, the graphics on the screen saver could be a little more professionally polished.
I wish I… - Version: 2.1.2, 1/28/2003 03:26PM PST
mdimartino
could install this on my bosses computer to let him know when it was time for my break:)
With all the… - Version: 2.1.2, 1/28/2003 01:14PM PST
Mackidockie
alarms each of us already owns (cell phones, digital watches, timers, and so on), this, no matter how well executed, should be freeware. "A fool and his money yadda, yadda, yadda..."
This is absolutely… - Version: 2.1.1, 1/13/2003 11:48AM PST
JivaD
outstanding. The guys who complain are obviously not the target market. This is perfect, and well worth it's $20 price tag. I have used a lot of these kinds of things (being a coder by trade) and this is by far the best I have seen yet.
The naysayers are… - Version: 2.1.1, 12/7/2002 06:53PM PST
montann
in a different universe from those of us who need a firm but not annoying reminder to get away from our computers. I compared this with 4 other break programs and picked this one. Yes, I wish it cost a bit less, but the price is worth it to me.
Running: Tiger 10.4.1; PowerBook Alu.