Sneak Peek: 1Password 3.0 + secret beta-enabler tweak

Odd. A few days ago, I checked my license (using 2.9.27, then, I think), found that I had one for v. 3, and so I used the Terminal trick. Sure enough, there it was, the beta. I enjoyed checking it out for a couple of days. Suddenly today I'm back to 2.9.31. I've used the Terminal command a few times — no good. Any suggestions?

I made a helpful video tutorial on 1Password which is available for free at http://apptorial.com/2009/08/how-to-use-1password-by-agile-web-solutions-a-quick-introduction-for-beginners/

Hope this helps anyone who has 1Password but has struggled with how to use it.

I have tried every possible way to keep my password organized, until I tried 1Password as part of the MacHeist Bundle I was not a happy camper. Now I am in 1Password heaven! I use 1Password no less than 22 times a day. And I could not imagine my life online without 1Password. I honestly think that 1Password is a deal at any price and I would gladly pay $99 for a full retail boxed version.

I'm a little irked that after purchasing 1P for the ipod touch, now I'm going to have to shell out another 7 bucks for a version that syncs? What the eff?

I love 1Password, and have never had a problem with the current look-and-feel... but I can't say the same about the new look. I hope when 3.0 is released we can choose to disable the paper motif. It would take a LOT of internal improvements for me to upgrade if I'm stuck with that UI. No offense to whoever designed it, but "cute" isn't what I look for in 1Password (or any app). As an option for folks who like that kinda thing, fine, but please don't force it on us.

And yes, I saw the earlier comment that this isn't the current state of things, and of course I'll reserve final judgment until I see the released version, but since I don't have access to the beta forum, I wanted to make sure and get my vote in. :)

Okay, I'm not trying to be a prick here, I'm genuinely curious… What does this offer me that Keychain Access doesn't? Just smoothing out some details? I can already generate random passwords in there, I have a variety of keychains for passwords, licensing info, "facts about myself" for password recovery… I know this program offers synching, I believe web access. So that's handy, I guess. Other than that is it all just in the UI? Again, I'm not trying to be a jerk, I'm just genuinely curious as to why so many people have latched on to this program… What am I missing?

How does 1Password compare to SplashID? What are the pros and cons of each?

I have tried every possible way to keep my password organized, until I tried 1Password as part of the MacHeist Bundle I was not a happy camper. Now I am in 1Password heaven! I use 1Password no less than 22 times a day. And I could not imagine my life online without 1Password. I honestly think that 1Password is a deal at any price and I would gladly pay $99 for a full retail boxed version.

1Password was one of the first apps I installed after getting my Mini last spring. And I had to be one of the first downloads when the iPhone version was released; I simply could not wait for that app.

It continues to be an essential piece of software for me, to the point that I'm afraid I might rely on it TOO much. I have yet to find anything nearly as functional and easy to use in the Windows world.

In fact, I have raved about the product so much, every one of my Mac- and iPhone-toting friends has it installed.

1Password is simply good stuff, and I can't wait for the new release.

To disable, reverse the command, exit 1P and fire up Terminal. Enter the following and press enter. You're back to the v2 UI


defaults write com.1passwd DevFeaturesUI 0

I can say that v3 is looking great guys, you will find it is worth it :) Any issues with your non Beta version can be addressed at the forums at support.agilewebsolutions.com or email support@agile.ws