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DESCRIPTION
Wallsaver is written in AppleScript and allows users to run any screen saver as their desktop wallpaper.

On a side note: Please use the "File Bug Report" feature to report any and all bugs, no matter how small. This will tremendously help making Wallsaver better. Thanks.

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WHAT'S NEW
Version 2.5.3:
  • This update is ONLY for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard or Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard. Users on Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger should NOT upgrade. More information is available here.
  • Added "Install Screen Saver" option under the "Extras" menu
  • Fixed & optimized code for populating list of screen savers. This should make more third-party screen savers appear in the screen saver list.
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.5 or later.

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Developer:NWW Network
Downloads:33,218
  - Version d/l:1,604
Utilities:Wallpaper
License:Free
Date:30 Sep 2009
Platform:PPC/Intel
RATING
****½
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Wallsaver User Reviews (23 posts)Write A Review
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Sep 12 2009

MTCOBRA  Doesn't work if you're using Camouflage. If the icons are hidden by Camouflage, the chosen screensaver will not display.

Odd: While trying out Wallsaver (with Camouflage running), and finding it didn't work, I Zapped the app and all associated files. Then I noticed my screensaver flashed, and on a hunch, I told Camouflage to Show Icons. Bingo, the program was running. I guess the script had run it course, and deleting the program had no effect (until I reboot, I assume). Odd.

But since I really enjoy Camouflage, I'll not be re-downloading Wallsaver.

Otherwise, good program - just makes you kinda seasick when your desktop is moving around.  
(Version 2.5.2)

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Sep 12 2009
****.

THUS.SPAKE.Z  Works just fine on my MacBook Pro Intel core 2 duo w/10.5.8. Wallsaver's U.I. isn't as polished/slick as xBack's (been using xBack for several years...it's $10), however, Wallsaver runs my all time favorite screensaver, "Electric Sheep" smoothly and without issue while xBack crashes every time when trying to run it.

It would be nice if Wallsaver had a setting to utilize screensaver options just as xBack does, though.

A menu bar icon to invoke Wallsaver's features would be sweet....xBack has one.

With the above mentioned additions, I'd be willing to pay a few drachmas for Wallsaver.  
(Version 2.5.2)

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Sep 11 2009

DAHMENATOR  Both MacUpdate and the developers website claim this version should run on 10.4. I don't know about that, but I can tell you that it will not launch on 10.5.8. It unexpectedly quits every time.  
(Version 2.5.1)

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Sep 11 2009

JWDRISKELL  It's working for me on a 6-year-old G5 2GHz DP running Mac OS X 10.5.8.  
(Version 2.5.1)

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Sep 12 2009

NTHACKER  Please re-download Wallsaver 2.5.2 from http://www.wallsaverapp.com. This update fixed Mac OS X 10.5 compatibility.

(Since Wallsaver crashes on launch, you won't be able to update using the build in update feature.)

Sorry for any inconvenience!  
(Version 2.5.2)

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Sep 15 2009

DAHMENATOR  Thanks for the quick update, Developer. Wallsaver 2.5.2 works like a charm on 10.5.8. Much appreciated.  
(Version 2.5.2)

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Sep 11 2009
*****

STEVEN GOODHEART  Awesome! Snow Leopard compatibility! Now works great. After installing SL, I missed using Wallsaver - thanks so much to the developer for this great *free* app!  
(Version 2.5.1)

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Jul 8 2008

APPSCOUT  Doesn't seem to work correctly — 10.5.4

Uses SysPref choosen saver fine. Shows black screen if you make WSaver choose.  
(Version 2.3.2)

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Jul 9 2008

NTHACKER  Please contact our support @ www.nwwnetwork.net/support

There is a fix available.  
(Version 2.3.2)

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Jul 9 2008

NTHACKER  MacUpdate won't let me edit the previous post, so here's a new one.

Some screen savers are not compatible with Wallsaver. When those screen savers are run, a black background will be displayed.

Again, please contact support. They can provide more information & help.  
(Version 2.3.2)

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Jun 7 2008

ERASE_  great app... got my graffiti pics as my background and it looks fresh!  
(Version 2.3.2)

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Jun 6 2008

DB  just gets better and better ... and it's free! many, many thanks.  
(Version 2.3.2)

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Mar 11 2008

WC_SCOTT  I love it! The motion across my pictures is way cool! If you have the Apple series of HQ pictures, this app makes them look even better.

Thumbs up!  
(Version 1.4.6)

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Feb 25 2008

HELIOS9  Nice and simple. Works smoothly.

Would be sweet if it could be accessed via a menu bar icon.

Not nearly as slick and refined as xBack, though. That one's $10.  
(Version 1.4.3)

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Nov 22 2007

ROADHOG7  Activated Wallsaver on my Intel iMac and it worked beautifully. One problem it disables the secure log-in to get past the screen saver or awake from sleep. Can't risk loss of secure log-in.  
(Version 1.3.6)

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