SMART Utility is different from other drive utilities, such as Disk Utility, which only read the overall SMART Status. This allows time to hopefully backup, and then replace the drive. SMART Utility can read and display these attributes. The attributes can be used to detect when a hard drive is having mechanical or electrical problems, and can indicate when the hard drive is failing. SMART Utility is an application to scan the internal hardware diagnostics system of hard drives SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) is a system built into hard drives by their manufacturers to report on various measurements (called attributes) of a hard drive’s operation. The new features include email notifications, better drive support, and 10.8 support. The "Domestic Transformer" also utilizes moving walls, incorporated with storage, to transform a tiny apartment into 24 usable rooms.Lancaster, Pennsylvania – Volitans software has announced the release of SMART Utility 3.1, a significant update to the hard drive diagnostic application. Check out the video below to see how an architect in Hong Kong has designed his apartment to fit his needs. Hill's apartment is not the only solution. This may not be ideal for everyone, but it provides an efficient and sustainable way of occupying a small amount of space maximum utility. The apartment is very unique and tailored to Hill's own needs. Functionality is key to the various design strategies, making every piece of furniture as efficient as possible for multiple uses. Design moves in the bathroom also create a soundproof environment that can double as a private room by dividing the shower and sink from the toilet. A table hidden under the kitchen counter pulls out to accommodate a large group that fits within the living room.Ĭlosets and cabinets built into the wall hide a surprising amount of storage and contributes to the clean modern look of the apartment. Built in speakers hidden in the ceiling turn it into a surround sound theater. Overhead cabinets hide a projector that transforms the living room into a screening room. Moving the opposite wall that hides the closet divides the living room in half, creating a bedroom and a private room for friends or family. A custom Murphy Bed folds out of the wall to transform the living room into a bedroom. A moveable partition is both the surface for a living room and office space and doubles as a hidden closet that also accomodates two guest beds. Interested in seeing this apartment transform into a living room, bedroom, kitchen, dining room and guest room? Join us after the break to find out.Īfter refitting a small SOHO apartment, Hill has utilized the small space and some creative design solutions to create a seemingly spacious apartment out of just 420 square feet. This apartment provides all the amenities necessary with some additional effort of converting rooms to fit everyday needs. Founder of, Graham Hill takes the viewer on a tour of his "Life Edited" apartment that provides a sustainable living solution to compact apartments in urban environments like New York City. How can a small 420 square foot apartment transform into eight comfortable rooms? It takes smart design solutions that incorporates modulation and interior planning that conforms to everyday needs in an increasingly competitive environment of living space.
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