OS X Flip Clock Screensaver Replacement (post)

created 2009-09-05 modified 2025-12-30

I used to use an awesome screensaver for Mac OS X. It was classy, cool, and suited my needs. It was this neat little screensaver called "FLIQLO" that would display a classic-style flipping clock.

Unfortunately, with the release of Snow Leopard, it has been broken on systems running 10.6. I couldn't use my flip-clock screensaver anymore!

Today, I decided that I would whip up a quick replacement. This is by no means the "final" edition, just a release so that people can still play with it if they'd like to, and use it as a day-to-day screensaver.

Here's a screenshot:

In the comments, please tell me if you like this look. What does it need? I was thinking about a box bezel around the numbers. Any other ideas?

Here's a link to download it:

FlipClock.qtz

Installation is simple. Open up System Preferences, go to Desktop & Screen Saver then drag the screensaver to the Preview pane. This will install it. Select it for use, and away you go!

Of course, the screensaver is fully compatible with other quartz-enabled versions of OS X.

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Enjoy, and leave feedback in the comments!