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What this pack does
More iChat Effects is a free collection of 56 visual filters and themes that let you personalize iChat conversations. The package is designed to make chats livelier by applying a variety of visual treatments in real time, and it can also be used with Photo Booth to create amusing photos.
Sample themes and effects
- Penguin-themed animated overlays
- Clown and other character-driven skins
- Earth/planet visuals and similar environmental effects
- iPod-style graphics and retro looks
- Crystallize and other texture-based transforms
- Classic blur filters for softer images
- Distortion effects that bend and warp video
- Vintage/retro treatments to give a nostalgic feel
Installing, switching and removing
Installation and removal are straightforward on macOS. Switching between effects takes only a second, so you can try different looks quickly during a conversation. If you decide to delete everything, either run the installer’s uninstall option or manually remove the composition files from /Library/Compositions.
Compatibility and stability notes
The effects were updated to work well with Mac OS X Lion (10.7). They generally fit into the system and Photo Booth integration as expected. However, some people have reported Photo Booth crashes when running in 64-bit mode while the effects are active; for greater stability, it’s recommended to launch Photo Booth in 32-bit mode.
Summary and recent update
More iChat Effects adds extra fun to iChat and Photo Booth with a large selection of visual styles — 56 in total — and is easy to add or remove. Recent updates include official support for Mac OS X 10.7.
Technical
- Mac
- Free
