Return of the pineapple: HandBrake 0.8.5b1

I've used Handbrake since it's original Release on BeOS, and I have absolutely no interest in the Pineapple icon.

This actually release however, is a great improvement. It does everything I want it to do with DVD>MPEG4 conversion except SubPicture>Text Subtitle conversion, and the interface is still a little Clunky.

I *would* pay good money for a SubPic>Text Add-on, and a nicer interface, but I have no complaints about the Handbrake Development team. This release is still fantastic, and The Cross-platform nature of the beast is a real Achievement.

Now I need MPEG-4 Standardizing software (XviD>MPEG-4) that results in High-Quality iPod-compatible Video files. Something like DivX-Doctor, where the XviD AVI is mearly repackaged in a MOV or MP4 container format.

"In case anyone is interested, the updated (ie. better) icon for handbreak"

Better is subjective. I like the pineapple. It's got character which is more than I can say for the "better" icon, however nice it looks.

While I agree with #2 comment, I really dislike that orange replacement icon. I have taken the good old MediaFork for this new beta instead. Looks pretty cool for me.

In case anyone is interested, the updated (ie. better) icon for handbreak can be downloaded here: http://dl.qj.net/index.php?pg=12&fid=8616&catid=36

Pineapples are nice in the right environment... not in your dock though.

"What better way to spend a weekend than converting all your DVDs to show on your AppleTV"

Ugh, I can think of a million things I'd rather do, like watching paint dry.