F.A.Q.
Product Info
What is the difference between the Kiosk & Desktop Editions?
What languages is the APRIL® software available in?
Does the software have any restriction of use?
Does the program only work with children or will it age adults?
Can I install one APRIL® license on two computers?
Does the program work backwards? Regression vs. Progression?
What type of facial images will the software work with?
How do I get the best results with the software?
Is there an ideal light setting required for the APRIL® software?
How accurate are the images?
Why do I get grey hair on some subjects but not others?
How does it work?
What if I don't have a PDF viewer?
Purchasing the APRIL® Software
How can I buy the software?
What is the Support/Maintenance contract?
How do I request information and/or pricing?
Whom do I issue my Purchase Order to?
How can I pay?
Can I buy online?
What is the difference between the Kiosk & Desktop Editions?
The Kiosk edition comes with a limited interface which allows our clients
to customize software to accommodate the particular needs of organization
by building their own user interface. Whether it's touch screen or push
button, it's completely designed by the client, and can be as simple or
complex as needed. Typically the additional interface design by the
client is done using Macromedia Director, but other programs will also
produce similar results. The Kiosk edition has the option to incorporate
the picture taking to be part of the automated process by working with a
recommended camera that is chosen by the client (Aprilage does not recommend cameras).
This edition is recommended for a stand alone exhibit
or user station that requires no operator and minimal user intervention,
while still being interactive.
The Desktop edition comes with a user interface similar to any computer
software. It works with an existing input image in digital format, ie.
jpg or tiff. Therefore the image must be transfered to the computer prior
to operating the APRIL® software. The Desktop edition is designed to be
user friendly but allows the user to have more control over the processing
steps and work through the software at their own pace.
Both versions will allow you to produce printed images.
What languages is the software available in?
The APRIL® Age Progression Software, desktop edition in currently only available in English.
The Kiosk edition, though in English, can be designed to work with a user interface of any language.
Does the software have any restriction of use?
Please note sections 1.01 and 1.02 of the
APRIL®
User License Agreement
Does the program only work with children or will it age adults?
APRIL® v.2.5 will produce optimal results with any age starting at approximately 6 years of age, and
will age the participant into their 70’s.
Can I install one APRIL® license on two computers?
The APRIL® application can be installed on one computer only. If you need to run the software on more than one computer, you have two options. You may purchase additional licenses for the computers or use APRIL®’s web based application from any browser at www.age-me.com. In the latter case, you will purchase images individually.
Does the program work backwards? Regression vs. Progression?
The APRIL® Software is designed only to increase age. There are no plans to build the function to reverse
aging into the program at this stage.
What type of facial images will the software work with?
The APRIL® software is designed to work with a wide range of input facial images. Some
images will produce better results than others. Although most facial
images will work with the aging software, there is no guarantee that a
given face image will work with APRIL®.
How do I get the best results with the software?
The APRIL® software is designed to be flexible to different lighting conditions, best results will occur when the face is not over saturated or have bright highlights.
For optimal results :
- The individual should be facing forward. Faces turned greater than 45 degrees from the camera may not work well.
- Body and face should be facing the same direction
- Ideally, the neck should be in full view. Do not obstruct with clothing.
- You should be should be looking face forward, directly at the camera.
- A neutral facial expression and closed mouth is the most ideal. Smiles, frowns and open mouths are likely to create a problem for APRIL®’s processing.
- Remove glasses
- Move hair away from the face
Is there an ideal light setting required for the APRIL® software?
The APRIL® software is designed to be flexible to different lighting conditions, but the
best results occur when the face is shadow free. The face is not over satured with bright highlights.
How accurate are the images?
The APRIL®‘s results are based on research we have conducted on the aging characteristics of thousands of faces. If the subject’s face ages in the same manner as those we have studied, the results should be a reasonable prediction of aging.
Why do I get grey hair on some subjects but not others?
APRIL®‘s ability to add grey hair is determined by a number of factors including hair color, background color, hair texture and lighting. Try to make sure that there is contrasting color between hair and background and that overall lighting is shadow and highlight free.
How does it work?
That’s our little secret.
Technical FAQ
What if I don't have a PDF viewer?
Download the Free Adobe Reader here:
Download Acrobat Reader
Purchasing the APRIL® Software
How can I buy the software?
The following steps are required to purchase the APRIL® Age Software:
- Issue purchase order
- Pay in full the license fee, support fee and any shipping and handling fees that are applicable
- Read and sign the Aprilage Development Users License Agreement.
What is the Support/Maintenance contract?
The annual Aprilage Inc. Support and Maintenance Contract will ensure
that you will receive:
- Unlimited technical and troubleshooting assistance, by telephone or e-mail, with any problems or questions that you may have regarding your purchased APRIL® Age Progression Software.
- Any software updates or patches to your current version of APRIL® that may come available during the year.
- Additional APRIL® Temp licenses for special circumstances, such as training, tradeshows , etc.
The support and maintenance is an annual contract and is valid for one year
at a time. It is mandatory for the first year only and optional after the first
year.
Once the support contract has expired you have the option to renew your support
by purchasing additional annual contracts. You also have the option of initially
purchasing several years of support at the same time you purchase the APRIL
software license to avoid annual updates.
How do I request information and/or pricing?
You can fill out our Sales Inquiry Form and specify specifically
what information you are looking for.
Whom do I issue my Purchase Order to?
Aprilage Inc.
461 King St. West
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 1K7
Canada
How can I pay?
Payment can be made by:
- Company or Certified Cheque or a Bank draft payable to: Aprilage Inc.
- Bank Transfer - please request details from inquiries@aprilage.com
Can I buy online?
Yes, you are able to purchase tokens in order to age your own uploaded photos* on-line at www.age-me.com
*(In order to achieve a the best results uploaded photos should conform to the posted picture guidelines)
