Apple OneScanner: How it Differs from the Apple Scanner



This article describes the Apple OneScanner's enhancements, compared to the
original Apple Scanner.

Overview
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The Apple OneScanner looks like the Apple Scanner flatbed scanner, but
supports 8-bit gray scale and provides higher performance. The new scanning
application -- called Ofoto -- produces high-quality scans. HyperScan 2.0
scans the images directly into HyperCard to resize the cards and give
better image control.

Features
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These features differ from the Apple Scanner:

- 8-bit image depth (256 gray scale resolution)

- Variable resolution from 72-dpi to 300-dpi in 1-dpi increments

- Higher scanning and data transfer speed

- Finer control of brightness and contrast settings

- No ADB port

Software Compatibility
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All of the Apple OneScanner software is backward-compatible with the
original Apple Scanner. A software upgrade kit will give the Apple Scanner
all the features of the new software. The Apple Scanner is limited to
4-bit gray scale, but the software upgrade produces better images and is
much easier to use.


Published Date: Feb 18, 2012