Post by: Raven on May 08, 2009, 12:40:22 AM
Is there somewhere safe where I can buy an old Mac version Photoshop CS, so I can upgrade from there to CS4. It'll save a few $100.
dual G4. OSX10.4.11
Post by: krissel on May 08, 2009, 02:53:13 AM
http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywo...sl_8jgvoc59v9_b
Post by: Xairbusdriver on May 08, 2009, 09:57:18 AM
Post by: Raven on May 10, 2009, 11:42:35 PM
A new iMac is in the works and I have to upgrade my design apps.
Post by: Raven on May 10, 2009, 11:53:55 PM
I could use that Mac upgrade one being sold by Terrafound for $108.But they won't ship to Canada!
If there is anyone out there who would accept my shipment to them and forward it to me, I'd be glad to pay a fee!!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00...p;condition=new
Once I get the CS version, I can then get the next upgrade to CS4! :-)
(I'm out of town, so may not get back here in a few hours)
Post by: Mayo on May 11, 2009, 01:31:45 PM
Do you need full Photoshop? I've recently seen Photoshop Elements selling for around $50. Photographers who do not require the layout and CMYK capabilities of CS4 should take a good look at Nikon Capture NX2, a very powerful image editor that does everything that most photographer's need... for less money and easier to use too.
Post by: Texas Mac Man on May 11, 2009, 02:26:24 PM
After you join, post a WTB (want to buy).
Post by: Xairbusdriver on May 11, 2009, 05:09:33 PM
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Photoshop 7 won't work in Leopard, I've been told.
A new iMac is in the works and I have to upgrade my design apps.
Is that an answer to my questions in <post #3>?A new iMac is in the works and I have to upgrade my design apps.
I know PS 7 is powerful and CS3/4 is great, also. But, without knowing exactly what it is that those apps do andthat you need, it may be impossible to find an alternative. And that's what you may end up needing to do.
Elements can run many of Photoshops 'Actions.' It has layers. It therefore has adjustment, mask, fill, etc. layers. As a matter of fact, it has many of the functions of the full PS app, they are sometimes located or accessed differently. Of course, some are flat not available. Just depends on what you need and use. For even its full price, I don't think it can be beat.
If "page layout" is a need, Apple's Pages (part of the iWorks Suite, $79) is extremely powerful. While it comes with a multitude of templates, you can design a 'page' in just about any size you want, AFAIK. You can enter text and images anywhere you want and position them to the pixel.
I know these questions are not answering your real search, so just ignore me like most others, if you want!
Post by: Raven on May 17, 2009, 09:52:31 PM
I need a full Mac Photoshop CS. I'm a designer and need to be able to exchange PS files with my printer or other design agencies. PS Elements won't do.
Krissel,
I was out of town for a week and all the Amazon.com apps seem to now be gone.
I am surprised how many PS PC versions there are for sale, but no Mac ones.
Texas Mac Man,
Thanks for your suggestion. I'll try it. Although it seems a bit confusing at first glance.
Never knew this would be that difficult to buy an old version (CS or CS2) that would allow me to upgrade to CS4. Very bummer!
Post by: krissel on May 18, 2009, 02:26:47 AM
Post by: Raven on June 10, 2009, 03:40:34 PM
I finally got a hit through a Google Group for Photoshop CS. I could now upgrade to CS4 and save a few $100. Here is the email I received...
"I can provide you with a copy of Photoshop CS for Mac, with valid serial number. Shipping will be from xxx, California, so I guess that might be costly. Anyways, if you are still interested, drop me a line, with a fair offer."
How can I verify this is a legitimate non pirated product?
Will Adobe allow for transfer of license?
Post by: Xairbusdriver on June 10, 2009, 07:36:13 PM
I'm betting they will either agree to help or simply stop communicating.
Post by: Paddy on June 10, 2009, 09:08:59 PM
The only recent Photoshop CS sale on eBay was for $199. CS2 has gone for $169, $237 and $339 - all new, full versions. Me? I'd buy off eBay - less risky. (I know that may sound odd, but it is - if you pay via PayPal etc., you are more protected than if you send some person off a Google list a check or money order) Look for a seller with a solid reputation. And they shouldn't charge you an arm and a leg to send software to Canada, either. A one pound package sent international first class is $10.31. UPS is sometimes not much more (depending on how far it's going, of course) and often way faster (Boston area to Toronto is 2 days!).
Post by: Raven on June 12, 2009, 12:45:38 AM
Well, when I asked the vendor for a serial number, the reply was" I had at least 3 bad incidents with serial numbers. Sorry I cant provide you that data. Good luck finding and buying Photo CS." Hmmm.
So, I keep looking. Strange that I can find MANY PS CS for Windows. A ton of PS 6 and 7s. But no CS for Macs!
I hate the idea of having to spend 800 Cdn bucks for a full CS4 version.
Post by: Raven on June 12, 2009, 12:59:08 AM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00...211&sr=1-19
Post by: Xairbusdriver on June 12, 2009, 10:13:57 AM
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Exclusions from coverage:
The following items are not covered by the Amazon A-to-z Guarantee: payments for services, digital merchandise, cash equivalent instruments (including retail gift cards), and prohibited items (including items violating the Amazon Payments Acceptable Use Policy);
Other than that, I've only bought a few things from an Amazon merchant, but they have all been satisfactory. Frankly, I think Amazon may be more concerned and careful in allowing the use of their site/name than eBay may be. The following items are not covered by the Amazon A-to-z Guarantee: payments for services, digital merchandise, cash equivalent instruments (including retail gift cards), and prohibited items (including items violating the Amazon Payments Acceptable Use Policy);
BTW, how much money are you going to save after all your time and efforts, while still not having access to the new software?
Post by: Paddy on June 12, 2009, 11:54:37 AM
Might want to look here: http://www.viosoftware.com/Photoshop+*PG/P...mpaign=65014293
They get good ratings from BizRate, Epinions etc. - over 10,000 ratings at BizRate. I don't know how they sell full versions for significantly less than most other places, but it would appear that they do.
http://www.bizrate.com/ratings_guide/cust_..._start--10.html
However, they may not ship to Canada. You'd have to ask them. (Do you have a friend in the US who could take delivery by any chance and then send it on to you?)
http://www.royaldiscount.com will ship to Canada, but they use UPS and UPS are notorious for ridiculous brokerage fees on things sent from commercial outfits, plus Royal say they don't ship internationally unless the total order exceeds $1000 USD...so maybe not.
