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New receivers (but not new handsets)
This update in software is accompanied by new receivers (aka 'dongles') - shown on the left- which replace the previous receivers - shown on the right.
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Note that old receivers will continue to work with an old version of the software, but that you may experience some issues if moving between different campuses and teaching setups.
Updated software
The new version of Turning Point is very similar in many way to previous versions, used from inside PowerPoint. As before, please make sure that you open Turning Point from the desktop or the start menu, noting that the icon has changed. Make sure the receiver is plugged in.
A pop-up will then appear - please pick the 'Create Content Offline' option.
· Content created with older versions WILL WORK with TP v.8, but once used in the new version, you will not be able to edit the slides with old version of the software.
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