Free 3D modeling software 3DVIA Shape 2.0 was released today. 3DVIA Shape is a program that allows users to create 3D models. The software integrates with an online community at 3DVIA.comso users can share their models created with Shape. If you have no idea how to use their software, 3DVIA has a bunch of helpful tutorials available.
This software is a competitor to Google SketchUp. SketchUp also allows users to create 3D models and is available as a free download for Windows and Mac users. 3DVIA Shape software is only available on the Windows platform and its minimum requirements include Internet Explorer 6 or Firefox 2.0. The 3DVIA Shape software cannot be used unless a user creates an account with 3DVIA.com. Both Google and 3DVIA also offer pro versions of their programs.
Software programs like this are great for designing that perfect home or your dream ultra-portable netbook or PC mod. I have played with both pieces of software and they initially seem alien, but eventually their interfaces become second nature. You can see 3DVIA’s interface on the right. 3DVIA is a welcome competitor to the free 3D modeling world, but requiring a user to create an account just to use free software is a bit strange and will probably hurt its adoption by users.
Read [3DVIA Press Release ]
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