Neutron online gaming platform now iPhone compatible
Exit Games (http://www.exitgames.com ) today announced that its
cross-platform multiplayer gaming service, Neutron, is now compatible
with the iPhone. This new compatibility update allows game developers
to integrate online multiplayer and social gaming features into
iPhone games by using Neutron technology, as well as cross-platform
capabilities between an iPhone and other mobile devices, PCs and game
consoles.
Features of the Neutron multiplayer and social gaming platform
include, among others: real-time, turn-based and tournament
multiplayer options; game lobbies and various matchmaking
capabilities; buddy lists, leaderboards, profiles, etc.; in-game
voice and text chat; and billing and in-game microtransactions
"The iPhone presents a very unique opportunity for mobile online
gaming as it is both specifically designed for online services and
comes with the App Store, an already successful and accessible
distribution channel", says Christof Wegmann, CTO of Exit Games.
"Neutron's...
Dockland Software announces Fantasktik 1.0 for Leopard
Dockland Software has announced Fantasktik
(http://www.docklandsoft.com/fantasktik), taskbar application for Mac
OS X 10.5 ("Leopard"). It lets users see and switch between open
windows and applications.
Fantasktik groups windows by application. Double-clicking on an
application icon provides a way to manage the taskbar real-estate by
collapsing and expanding the windows associated with the application.
Among Fantasktik's features are large document previews created with
Leopard's Core Animation technology. Just hover over a window and
Fantasktik will display a smooth animation to show the window
contents.
Inspired by the new multitouch interfaces, Fantasktik introduces
Click and Slide to browse through open windows. Click and Slide
offers a way to see all windows while keeping a minimal interface.
Dockland Software is currently offering Fantasktik at an introductory
price of US$9.99 until Sept. 30. After this it will cost $14.99. A
fully-functional, 15-day demo version is available...
CS Odessa develops partnership with academic institutions
CS Odessa (http://www.conceptdraw.com) has announced a newly formed
academic relationship between BBS Landau Vocational School in Landau,
Germany and CS Odessa. BBS Landau has selected ConceptDraw Office
Suite to incorporate their project management course track into their
syllabus for upper full-time classes.
ConceptDraw Office Suite is designed with the accumulation of over
15-years experience in developing business productivity applications,
data visualization technologies and breakthrough project management
solutions. ConceptDraw Office will be used to teach modern project
management concepts and best practices to the students of BBS Landau.
The project management courses offered at the school are an integral
part of the strategic Project Management Program developed to
encourage the wide adoption of modern productivity and business
management techniques to young professionals. To support this
program, the BBS Landau and CS Odessa have established an academic
relationship with...
Great MacMod Challenge 2008 underway
MacMod.com (http://www.macmod.com/) has announced the beginning of
the fifth annual "Great MacMod Challenge" sponsored by iFixit.com. In
the event computer "modders" submit their creations for a review by a
panel of judges for over US$2,000 worth of prizes.
Each contestant is allowed to submit up to three mods and will be
judged by a panel of influential Mac community members on the level
of difficulty, creativity, integration, and functionality. The first
30 contestants will receive a gift set valued at over $90, including
the Booq Venom Pulse bag, Speck See-Thru MacBook cover, and an iFixit
multi-purpose tool.
All contestants get a commemorative Great MacMod Challenge 2008
T-shirt. The top three mods will be in the running for a great set of
prize packages sponsored by iFixit, Griffin Technology, and
HostingOutfitters.
All entrees must be based around a Macintosh or Apple product. All
submissions must be emailed to modguide@macmod.com by Aug. 11:59
(Eastern) Entrees can be submitted...
MacSoft's Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties expansion...
Destineer's MacSoft unit
(www.destineerstudios.com ) announces today that
the Macintosh version of "Age of Empires III: The
Asian Dynasties," the second expansion pack for
Ensemble Studios' award-winning strategy game, is
in stores now. "Age of Empires III: The Asian
Dynasties" brings new playable Civilizations, new
units, campaigns, game modes, and more to the
award-winning "Age of Empires III" gameplay.
"Age of Empires III" sports 3D graphics, Ageia
PhysX technology, and a Home City feature that
lets players strengthen their economy,
technology, and military. Developed by Big Huge
Games, "Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties"
further expands the depth of the game with a
roster of new features, including:
° Playable Asian civilizations: Command one of
three fierce Asian civilizations: the Indians,
the Chinese or the Japanese. Each features its
own unique armies led by special units like
Monks, Daimyo, Mansabdars and more.
° New single player campaigns: Play through three
new...
DJ-1800 software for deejays updated to version 3.2
DJ-1800, professional deejay software for the Mac, has been updated
to version 3.2. The upgrade introduces Nicecast and Hercules Rmx
support, and adds a new full-screen mode.
"Nicecast and DJ-1800 could have been made for each other," says Dave
Addey, CEO of DJ-1800. "This new version makes it easy to show off
your mixing skills to the world! And we're really excited to bring
Hercules Rmx support to DJ-1800. With its rock-solid build quality,
microphone talk-over feature and four-channel sound card, it's no
surprise that the new Rmx is already one of the most popular DJ
controllers around."
A fully-featured demo of DJ-1800 is available to download from
www.dj1800.com, with the full version retailing at $80. Users who
have previously purchased DJ-1800 v1 or v2 can upgrade for $20.
Version 3.2 is a free upgrade for users of v3.0 or v3.1.
Nicecast and Hercules DJ Controller Rmx support is provided via two
new plug-ins, available to download for free from the DJ-1800 web
site: www....
Corsaire releases research paper on Leopard, security
Corsaire, the security consultancy, has released
"Hardening Mac OS X Leopard"
(http://research.corsaire.com/whitepapers/080818-securing-mac-os-x-leopar...),
a research paper in PDF format.
"This guide is aimed at users in environments requiring stronger
security controls in their operating system, making full use of the
protection features offered by Mac OS X 10.5," Daniel Cuthbert of
Corsaire says. "It may also be of use to system administrators
wishing to enforce an organization-wide desktop security policy."
Insider Software debuts FontAgent Pro 4 for Windows
Insider Software today announced the premiere of
FontAgent Pro 4 for Windows Vista and XP,
available immediately as a public beta release.
FontAgent Pro 4 is a major update to Insider's
industry-leading font management software for
creative professionals.
The new version brings a number of font management capabilities that include:
° SmartSearch, an advanced search feature that
finds fonts--both locally and on the
Internet--that match concept keywords entered by
users, and displays found fonts in their native
typefaces
° Integrated search, purchase and download of fonts from the Internet
° Auto-activation plug-ins for Adobe CS2 and CS3
that find, match and activate fonts as users open
InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop documents
° Waterfall view that displays fonts in cascading point sizes
° Improved font diagnostics and integrity engine
ensures that fonts are ready to rip and since all
font diagnostics and repair occur before the
fonts can be used, workflow integrity is assured.
°...
440Network launches 440TV for musicians, pro audio enthusiasts
440Network has launched 440TV, a new video site exclusively geared to
musicians, and pro audio enthusiasts. Visitors will find videos of
gear reviews, tutorials, e-lessons, interviews of professionals, etc.
The community site spirit suggests that users rate, comment, share
and upload their own videos . 440Network has five active community
sites (MacMusic, PcMusic, 440Forums, Zicos and AudioLexic.
Thanks to 440TV's clean and modern web layout, anyone can comment,
bookmark, share, rate or even upload their own videos in a typical
community site spirit. Facing such huge content, the webmasters at
440TV worked to provide an intuitive interface where visitors can
simply sort videos by category, date, popularity or manufacturer.
440TV is now live here: http://www.440tv.com
SerialMailer 5.7 emailer comes with built-in mail server
Falkon Ware's new SerialMailer 5.7 comes with an inbuild mail server.
Bulk mails can now be posted directly fron any Mac running OS X 10.4
Tiger and above simply by choosing the "Local Server" option. A
regular mail account is no longer neccessary.
Another new feature are the rewritten special fields. They come with
options for combined rules and a grown field for entries, making it
possible to insert content of any type. Even posting messages in
different languages in a single go can easily be done.
On top it is now possible to move and turn graphics anywhere in an
e-mail document. This gives new freedom for posting e-mails with an
individual touch.
SerialMailer 5.7 is available for download at www.falkonware.com. The
price is 29,95 USD. An update from a previous version 5.6.x is free.
CyberBully Alert develops method for combating online
Vanden Corp. has introduced CyberBully Alert
(http://www.cyberbullyalert.com), software designed to help the
victims of the growing crime of cyberbullying. It's a web-based
solution that simplifies the notification and documentation of
cyberbullying.
It lets children instantly notify predetermined adults of bullying or
online harassment. CyberBully Alert includes two main features. The
alert system is designed to instantly notify adults when a child
encounters an online threat, and document and save a picture of the
actual threatening message.
The software takes a screen shot of the child's computer at the time
the alert is sent and saves it on the same computer for future use
with school officials, other parents or law enforcement authorities.
CyberBully Alert requires only a quick download to get started, says
CyberBully Alert President John Vandenburgh. Once the simple
registration process is complete, the program becomes a part of the
browser's tool bar, he adds.
Parents then...
DrawAnywhere.com updated to version 2.0
Belltech Systems has released DrawAnywhere.com 2.0
(http://www.drawAnywhere.com/), an update of the web-based
diagramming application that helps users draw flow charts, Process
diagrams, organizational charts and more, and export as image files
or print them.
DrawAnywhere.com is platform independent and works with Mac OS X,
Windows, Linux and Unix. It requires Safari, Firefox, Internet
Explorer or any web browser with Adobe Flash Player 9 installed.
With DrawAnywhere.com 2.0, you can log in from anywhere to create or
modify your diagrams. You can upload your own images to be used in
your diagram and export your diagram as an image file (JPEG, PNF,
GIF, TIFF, etc.). There's no software to download and install.
DrawAnywhere.com offers lots of pre-designed shapes.
OfficeTime goes international
Transcena Design has announced that its OfficeTime time tracking
software (http://www.OfficeTime.net ) is going international. With
OfficeTime's 1.3.3 internationalization release for Mac and PC, you
can track your time and expenses in just about any language.
Start the timer and add notes on your activity in the language of
your choice. OfficeTime offers full support for a wide range of
character sets, including multi-byte characters. The software's
growing global community is tracking, invoicing and reporting their
time in French, Spanish, German, Russian, Japanese and many other
languages.
The internationalization functionality offers proper formatting of
date and time for reporting and invoicing. It djusts to either a
24-hour clock or AM and PM, as well as date structure preferences.
OfficeTime 1.3.3 automatically uses the correct currency during
reporting and invoicing. It costs US$47; a 120-day dem o is available
for download.
Tom Bihn releases Checkpoint Flyer laptop briefcase
Tom Bihn, a designer, manufacturer, and retailer of laptop bags,
backpacks, messenger bags, and briefcases, has introduced the
Checkpoint Flyer Laptop Briefcase
(http://www.tombihn.com/page/001/PROD/TBP/TB1701), a new "checkpoint
friendly" briefcase-style laptop bag with a protective compartment
for a laptop computer.
The Checkpoint Flyer provides the Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) with a clear, unobstructed x-ray view of the
laptop in the bag. It's Tom Bihn's answer to an intensive, five-month
design challenge issued by the TSA to design a laptop bag that meets
its newly implemented "checkpoint friendly" program guidelines. T
The Checkpoint Flyer Laptop Briefcase is made in the US and is
constructed of 1050 denier ballistic nylon, splash-proof YKK Uretek
zippers, Duraflex Stealth buckles, and Poron foam-padded handles. It
sports over 11 organizational pockets. A back pocket zips open to
accommodate the handle of a roll-aboard and it has a quick-access
boarding pass/map...
PaperSpecs announces Panteone Goe webinar
PaperSpecs has announced a free webinar to aid designers in better
understanding how to use and apply the new Goe System from Pantone.
Specing color hasn't changed this much since slick white go-go boots,
teased hair, and psychedelic t-shirts were the rage in the 60's. But
on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 (2-3 p.m. EST), PaperSpecs will give
their members something colorful to tune in and turn on to
PaperSpecs' Pantone Goe Webinar. The webinar is only available to
PaperSpecs members. For more information on how to become a member or
to register for the webinar, go to www.paperspecs.com.
The Pantone Goe System (pronounced "go") is the first completely new
color inspiration and specification system for the graphic arts
industry since the introduction of the Pantone Matching System 45
years ago. Introduced in the fall of 2007, it offers designers 2,058
new Pantone colors to inspire creativity and fulfill the requirements
of a fast-changing, technologically advancing industry. The new...
Comm-Unity Networking Systems releases FTPit Pro plug-in beta
Comm-Unity Networking Systems releases the sixth and final public
beta of its upcoming FTPit Pro plug-in for FileMaker Pro. This is a
complete rewrite of the Classic FileMaker 6 FTPit plug-in for
FileMaker Pro 7 and above.
With this plug-in you can transfer files to and from your computer
using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) all from within FileMaker Pro.
Beta 6 is now Feature Complete for Version 2.0. The final
DownloadDir and UploadDir functions are now included. The next
release will be the final version so we ask that this version be
tested for any remaining bugs to be fixed for the final release.
This beta is available immediately at http://labs.cnsplug-ins.com/
for both Mac OS X and Windows.
FTPit Pro is a FileMaker Pro 7+ plug-in that uses FTP to transfer
files to and from your computer. It is compatible with Mac OS X
10.3.9+ and any version of Windows that FileMaker Pro 7+ runs on.
Use it to upload static web pages to a website, download database
upgrades from a...
An Event Apart brings Baker's Dozen to Chicago
An Event Apart (http://www.aneventapart.com), the conference for
"people who make web sites," brings 13 leaders in web design and
development to Chicago, Oct. 12-13, at the Sheraton Chicago. In
addition to Jeffrey Zeldman and Eric Meyer, web authorities and
creators of An Event Apart, this two-day event offers a content-rich
line-up of presenters, topics, and information for web designers and
developers.
An Event Apart Chicago offers "people who make web sites" best
practices and new ideas. Conference programmers Meyer, who has taught
hundreds of thousands of web designers how to use HTML and CSS, and
Zeldman, co-founder of the web standards movement, insist that each
speaker must have made a unique contribution to the industry, must be
a star, and must be a stand-out with topic expertise and industry
stature.
"Our goal is to fill the heads of people who make websites with more
ideas, best practices, and contact with our industry's leaders," said
Jeffrey Zeldman, principal, A List...
Stairways Software releases Keyboard Maestro 3.4
Stairways Software Pty Ltd is pleased to announce Keyboard Maestro
3.4, the new version of its powerful productivity enhancer for Mac OS
X.
This release adds a Typed String trigger so you can fire off macros
when you type a matching string (optionally deleted before executing
the macro). This opens a whole range of new macro triggers allowing
you to create triggers with easily remembered mnemonics.
We have also improved the appearance of the powerful Program and
Windows switchers to look similar to the more limited default system
program switcher.
This release enhances the import/export of Named Clipboard to allow
better sharing of macros.
A number of other enhancements and bug fixes as documented below are
also included.
Using Keyboard Maestro's macros you can control and enhance
applications; control windows or menus; insert text; open documents,
applications or URLs; execute scripts; control the system or iTunes;
and more, all with the touch of a key, click of the mouse,...
TransGaming enables BioWare's Jade Empire Special Edition...
TransGaming has announced an agreement with video game developer
BioWare, a division of Electronic Arts, to enable Jade Empire Special
Edition, for the Mac. TransGaming's digital distribution portal,
GameTree Online (www.gametreeonline.com), will make the title
available immediately to the Mac community for purchase via direct
download.
Jade Empire Special Edition is set in an ancient and mysterious world
where players can choose to act as a noble hero or treacherous
villain by following the path of the "Open Palm" or the "Closed
Fist." Players will face powerful human and supernatural foes, learn
magical martial arts and weapons styles, and discover the darkest
secrets of the world. Jade Empire Special Edition engages users with
its rich story line and optimizes the gaming experience with
graphical upgrades, enhanced resolution and exclusive content.
Jade Empire Special Edition for Mac was made possible using
TransGaming's CiderT Portability Engine, that acts as a "wrapper"
around...
Bambooapps releases Keep Your Word 1.0
Bambooapps (http://www.bambooapps.com) has released Keep Your Word
1.0 for Mac OS X 10.5 ("Leopard"). It lets you build your own
dictionary, classifying and grouping the terms exactly how you want
to, while helping you to learn the longest list of words thanks to
its different exercise modes.
Keep Your Word is designed to: let you build your own dictionary;
organize and classify your words; find words quickly; and do
exercises. It costs US$24.95.
An unregistered version can be downloaded. It's fully functional,
although limited to 30 days. Keep Your Word requires Leopard, and
runs on any Mac supported by Leopard.
Malkinware introduces Reference Tracker 1.0 for Mac OS X
Malkinware has introduced Reference Tracker 1.0
(http://www.malkinware.com/referencetracker/ ), an academic reference
manager and research tool for Mac OS X. Reference Tracker documents
store all the citations and references in an essay, research project,
or book and automatically creates Harvard or APA formatted reference
lists when needed.
Features include lookup of book details using ISBN numbers or
keywords, integration with Pages and Word, single-click extraction
for references from web pages, built-in sticky notes, and more. Among
Reference Tracker's features is there's no need to type out all the
details of a referenced book. Just give Reference Tracker the book's
ISBN and it will fetch all the details from the Internet
automatically. If the user doesn't have the book in hand, typing
keywords into its built-in publication search will get a list of
matching results. With a click, search results will be added to their
reference list.
When referencing an online web resource, the...
Toon Boom Studio 4.5 is released
Toon Boom Animation Inc. today announced the launch of Toon Boom
Studio 4.5 and its Toon Boom Studio Importer to Flash (TBSi). This
latest version widens the animation possibilities by enabling users
to create photo animation and live-action cartooning. Additional new
features include a better integration with Photoshop files, extended
ease of use, the ability to print, more export options to iTunes and
YouTube as well as the import of Flip Boom and Animation-ish
projects. TBSi lets users import Toon Boom Studio projects directly
into Adobe Flash CS2 and CS3, resulting in a streamlined workflow for
adding interactivity to their projects.
Studio 4.5's feature highlights include:
Live-action cartooning
Import video files and draw over them to create Roger Rabbit style
live-action cartoon animation. Explore rotoscoping by tracing over
live-action videos and create even more realistic animation.
Animate photos in cut-out
Import photos and portraits to build a library of key poses which...
Obvious Matter releases DiskLibrary 1.8.1
Obvious Matter (http://www.obviousmatter.com) has updated
DiskLibrary, a media cataloging application for Mac OS X, to version
1.8.1. The upgrade improves support for importing DiskTracker export
files and adds support for Flash video (.flv) files. It also fixes
some bugs.
DiskLibrary catalogs not just your complete file structure, it also
creates thumbnails, and stores metadata, for most popular media
formats. DiskLibrary is capable of importing export formats from
CDFinder, FileFinder, WhereIsIt and DiskTracker.
DiskLibrary 1.8.1 is available to order for US$39. The DiskLibrary
demo version is available as a free download from the Obvious Matter
website.
Reinda makes 'iMac Carry-On Pockets'
Reinda (http://www.reinda.de), a German-based company, has announced
a line of "iMac Carry-on Pockets" for transporting 20 and 24-inch
iMacs. They have a black design made out of "hard-wearing fabric"
that offers protection against moving around. These pockets are
produced in eumuenster and wear the sign " made in Germany".
They're designed to be light, waterproof and well-padded. A should
strap enables you to transport the iMac on your shoulder. According
to the folks at Reinda, you can insert and secure your iMac in about
15 seconds with the Carry-On Pocket.
Reinda is also planning a line of pockets for the MacBook, MacBook
Pro and iPod.
iTask 2.5 offers more MS Project compatibility
Techno-Grafik and Zisser Software have announced iTaskX 2.5
(http://www.itaskx.com), which provides Mac OS X users a
cost-effective and MS Project compatible project management solution.
iTaskX 2.5 is not only for professional project managers who want to
plan, calculate and control their projects with iTaskX it's also
newcomers in the field of project-management wanting to present their
schedules fast and impressively. It makes no difference whether plans
for times of building, for media or for other projects are being
developed. iTaskX is adopting itself to the working method of the
user and offers maximum insight into targets, dates, costs and the
process of projects.
Since iTaskX is exclusively available for Mac OS X special attention
has been put on the exchanging of dates with other solutions for
project management such as e.g. MS Project for Windows. Via the by
Microsoft recommended exchanging format MS Project XML and MS Project
MPX it is possible to exchange e.g. besides all...
Entourage Email Archive X updated to version 4.1.0
Softhing has released a new version of Entourage Email Archive X 4
(http://www.softhing.com/eeax_files/eeax4.zip) with support to the
new Entourage 2008 and IMAP accounts. EEAX 4.x works on Mac OS X
10.5.x (Leopard) with Microsoft Entourage 2008.
The update fixed a bug that prevents to properly delete the emails
processed when the user selects a session containing errors. EEAX now
properly handles messages with subject longer than 255 characters
when they are saved as .eml files. More than the available earlier
settings, in the filter area is now possible to define to process
emails older than X days.
EEAX has been successfully tested with the latest 10.5.4 and Office
12.1.1 update. EEAX includes the latest version of the freeware
SpotInside to browse and search the archives including the real time
preview of search results using the Apple Spotlight technology. The
latest version also has minors internal changes to the interface,
dialogs messages and manual.
EEAX 3.x is available for...
PandaWare TimeCache updated to version 7.0.13
The PandaWare Company (http://www.pandaware.com/
)has updated its Mac OS X time and expense
billing application, TimeCache to version 7.0.13.
This update offers a number of improvements and
bug fixes, including:
° More options for users who use make time
entries by an activity's start and stop times
° Improvements to Balance Forward invoices
° A fix for a problem with printing some multi-page reports and invoices
TimeCache is a comprehensive time and expense
billing application with support for timed or
manual entries, retainer billing, customizable
invoices and reports, extensive printing options,
support for workgroups, and very flexible data
entry options allowing users to work in a manner
that best suits their work style. It also offers
tracking of all a user's computer activity, can
use Apple Address Book entries for client contact
information, can produce charts of billable time
and expenses, can import from and export to iCal
calendars. Workgroups can benefit from features...
Ambrosia releases WireTap Anywhere
Ambrosia Software has released WireTap Anywhere, which is being
presented in Ambrosia's booth (#313) at the 2008 New Media Expo in
the Las Vegas Convention Center. This professional, low latency
audio tool lets you take the audio output from any Mac application or
hardware input device and bring it into your favorite audio recording
application.
A free trial of WireTap Anywhere can be downloaded at
http://www.AmbrosiaSW.com/utilities/wta/
Any program that produces audio can appear as an audio input device,
allowing you to record or process it in any other application that
can record from a microphone or other audio input device.
For instance, record both sides of a Skype or iChat conversation
directly into Peak for editing... or go the other way, and pipe the
audio output of Logic Pro over Skype or iChat for a friend to listen
to.
Easily create and edit all of your WireTap Anywhere devices from
System Preferences. Once your devices are created, simply change the
input within your...
OWC announces new Mercury Elite-Al Pro Dual drive solution
Other World Computing (http://www.macsales.com) has announced the new
OWC Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive Storage Solution with a
built-in USB 2.0 powered hub and new expanded storage capacity to
2TB. The Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive is a plug and play
hard drive storage solution for any Mac or PC, with capacities from
500GB-2TB, priced at $169.99-$439.99.
The Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive offers USB 2.0 storage
with data transfer rates of over 60MB per second. With its
additional two powered USB 2.0 ports on the rear of the unit and one
easy-access USB 2.0 port directly on the front, there's no need for
an additional separate hub. The drive is geared to users that need
more storage and an easy place to connect devices, like pen drives,
bus powered portable hard drives, and any USB 2.0 device. The
Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive is designed in a sleek,
protective aluminum package that complements any user's computer
system.
Pricing for new...
Canvastic 3.5 for Mac and Windows ships
Canvastic LLC (http://www.canvastic.com) has updated Canvastic, the
integrated writing, graphics and publishing tool for students in
grades K-8 for the Mac and Windows platforms, to version 3.5. The
program allows students to publish pages, books, presentations and
more.
Canvastic's 3.5 new Audio Tool allows for voice recording, iTunes
integration, and inserted sounds. The audio can be played in the
document or in presentations. Canvastic is now a Universal Binary
application so runs natively on both PowerPC and Intel Mac.
Version 3.5 supports transparency and color tones in its graphics and
text. Spell checking can be enabled or not. The "Learn" button can be
enabled or not. Custom words and lists can be added then locked
preventing students from corrupting the user dictionary.
New brush shapes in Canvastic 3.5 provide more artistic control, but
still keep the choices to a manageable level. Digital photographs can
be included. Templates, backgrounds and art that support curriculum...
Boris Continuum units now available
Boris FX (http://www.borisfx.com) has released Boris Continuum units.
The family of visual effects plug-ins lets you choose toolsets from
the Boris Continuum Complete plug-in suite.
Three Units are available immediately: Pan and Zoom (US$199) for
documentary-style animation; UpRez ($99) for resizing of image clips
from SD to HD; and Chroma Key ($299) for fast, precise keys. Each
unit integrates with Apple Final Cut Pro, Apple Motion, Adobe After
Effects and Premiere Pro. If you buy a Continuum Unit, you may later
credit the price of the Unit towards the purchase of the full
Continuum Complete plug-in suite.
Robosoft ports Battlestations Midway to the Mac
Robosoft (http://www.robosoftin.com/games/ ) hasannounced its latest
work in porting Battlestations Midway game to the Macintosh platform.
The title reinforces Robosoft's commitment to being a market leader
in porting the best-selling AAA titles from PC/ Consoles to the Mac
platform. Using a combination of OpenGL and great developer tools
from Apple, the Robosoft engineering team has brought yet another
popular game title to the Mac.
"Our collaboration with Feral Interactive has been an extraordinary
experience." said Rohith Bhat, MD and CEO, Robosoft Technologies.
""Battlestations was one of the graphics intensive AAA titles handled
by us with extensive use of vertex and fragment programs. Our
experience with XCode, in-depth knowledge on both Windows and Mac
technologies has enabled us to successfully map the advanced game
features from Windows and optimize performance for the Mac".
David Stephen, managing director of Feral Interactive said., "Working
with Robosoft has been a...
Apple premieres movies on the iTunes Store in Australia, New
Apple today announced that movies from major film studios including
20th Century Fox, The Walt Disney Studios, Paramount Pictures, Warner
Bros. Entertainment, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM), Sony
Pictures Television International and Lionsgate are now available on
the iTunes Store in Australia (www.itunes.com/au) and in New Zealand
(www.itunes.com/nz).
Movie purchases and rentals feature iTunes' legendary ease of use,
which makes discovering and enjoying movies as simple and easy as
buying music on iTunes has always been. The iTunes Store in Australia
and New Zealand feature over 700 films for rent or purchase, with new
release titles available for purchase on the same day as their DVD
release, including favorites such as "National Treasure 2," "Jumper,"
"27 Dresses," "Cloverfield," "Vantage Point" and "Pirates of the
Caribbean: At World's End."
"Movie fans in Australia and New Zealand can choose from a great
selection of over 700 films for purchase and rent on the iTunes...
Vertus, Imagenomic to offer software bundles
Starting tomorrow (Aug. 14) Vertus and Imagenomic will offer a series
of software bundles that will provide photographers and creative
professionals with unique, award-winning solutions for image
extractions and creative enhancements. From August 14 to September
30, 2008, Imagenomic's entire plug-in suite, which includes Noiseware
Pro, Portraiture, and RealGrain, will be bundled with Vertus' Fluid
Mask 3 at a 20 percent discount. Photographers, graphic designers
and image editors alike will be able to incorporate these industry
leading tools into their creative and production workflows at a
significant reduction in cost.
"This is truly an exciting venture as imaging professionals will not
only have access to a single bundle of programs, but multiple
combinations," said James Carr-Jones, president and CEO of Vertus.
"Having spent several years trying to identify and serve the
particular needs of the imaging industry, we have become extremely
familiar with the importance of...
Onset announces new version of web-based monitoring software
Onset Computer Corporation, the "HOBO" data
logger company, today announced a new version of
HOBOlink, the company's web-based energy and
environmental monitoring software.
Compatible with the company's HOBO U30 GSM and
Wi-Fi-based Remote Monitoring Systems, HOBOlink
provides 24/7 web access to energy usage and
environmental data. The new version provides a
number of new features designed to help users
manage their monitoring applications, including:
° Expanded data scaling that provides users with
more options for scaling energy and environmental
data so it can be viewed in real-world
measurement units. This includes linear and pulse
scaling, which allows scaling for kWh, kW, or for
any device data that is output in electronic
pulses.
° Enhanced rainfall graphs, which enables users
to display hourly and daily rainfall totals for
the last day, week or month.
° A signal strength indicator, which displays
signal strength so users can confirm that their
HOBO U30 systems have strong...
Final Draft announces Big Break International Screenwriting
Final Draft, Inc., publisher of Final Draft, the #1-selling
scriptwriting software, announces jury members for its 9th annual Big
Break International Screenplay Contest. These stellar jury members
represent award-winning writers and development executives. They will
judge the top-10 scripts in September, and the top-three winners will
be announced at an awards event in October.
The 2008 judges are
* Dana Stevens--Writer: Life or Something Like It; For Love of the
Game; City of Angels
* Benderspink management/production--A History of Violence; The Ring; Red Eye
* Blake Snyder--author: Save the Cat!: The Last Book on Screenwriting
You'll Ever Need
* Bruce Feirstein--Writer: The World is Not Enough; Tomorrow Never
Dies; GoldenEye
The Big Break contest is an annual, global screenwriting competition
designed to promote emerging creative talent. The winner is awarded
$15,000 cash plus meetings with industry professionals and a
year-long mentorship through CineStory. Now in its ninth year...
Net Nanny for Mac to be powered by Intego
Intego (http://www.intego.com), the Macintosh security specialist has
announced that it has partnered with ContentWatch Inc. to provide a
Macintosh parental control solution for the company's Net Nanny
product line. Intego will produce a version of Net Nanny for
Macintosh based on its technology and content-filtering engine.
"We're very happy that ContentWatch has chosen our technology," said
Laurent Marteau, Intego's CEO. "We have a long experience with
parental control software, and our content-filtering engine is
recognized as the best for Mac. We're looking forward to working
closely with ContentWatch on Net Nanny for Mac."
"In response to our customers' requests and the rapid growth of the
Mac market, we felt we needed to extend our top-rated range of
parental control solutions to Mac OS X," said Jack Sunderlage,
president and CEO of ContentWatch. "It was clear that Intego was the
best partner to work with, given their experience, the quality of
their technology and their...
MacProVideo releases Sibelius tutorial
MacProVideo (http://www.macProVideo.com), a supplier of software
tutorial-videos, has released a new three-hour Sibelius tutorial
called "Sibelius 101: Core Sibelius."
Sibelius is an application for any musician that needs to create
custom scores and lead sheets. In this new tutorial by veteran
educator Gary Atkins, you'll learn how to create complex scores and
musical arrangements using Sibelius. Entering notes, creating chords,
navigating your arrangement and printing lead sheets are topics that
are covered in fine detail. You'll also learn how to format your lead
sheets.
Sibelius 101: Core Sibelius is available on for Direct Download or on
DVD-ROM for US$49.50, exclusively at macProVideo.com. Until Aug. 19,
you can save 15 percent off the cover price of this tutorial using
the following coupon code: 08sibeliusnews15
KeynoteUser releases new Gradient Pack 08 Theme Set
KeynoteUser(http://www.keynoteuser.com ) has releasedGradient Pack
'08, an US$12.95 "theme pack for lazy people." It contains six
brightly colored, gradient backed themes in all the standard and HD
presentation sizes.
It comes with matching charts and objects, and utilizes the Keynote
08 image placeholder system. Gradient Pack '08 was built and priced
so that Keynote users in any budget can add a little color to their
presentations. Gradient Pack '08 requires iWork 08 (Keynote
specifically)
Eye-Fi, SmugMug offer free geotagging for digital pictures
Eye-Fi (http://www.eye.fi), which makes a wireless memory card for
digital cameras, and SmugMug (http://www.smugmug.com), an online
photo sharing site, announced a partnership that will provide free
geotagging and hotspot access for SmugMug members using an Eye-Fi
Share card or original Eye-Fi Card.
The Eye-Fi cards automatically upload pictures from a digital camera
to a computer and to the web for photo sharing. For a limited time,
Eye-Fi Share and Eye-Fi Card users who choose SmugMug for photo
sharing will receive one year of free hotspot access, allowing photo
uploads on-the-go from more than 10,000 Wayport hotspots, and
geotagging, which automatically adds geographic information to each
photo to indicate where the image was taken.
"SmugMug users who have Eye-Fi cards love how easy it is to upload
photos and share those memories in cool ways on our site. Our photo
map has become extremely popular and sets us apart from other online
sharing sites," said Chris MacAskill, president...
65bit Software releases EasyCatalog Module
65bit Software (http://www.65bit.com) has launched the latest version
of their database publishing solution for Adobe InDesign,
EasyCatalog. EasyCatalog increases InDesign productivity by providing
dynamic, two-way, linking of data from a CSV file, XML structure or
ODBC database to text or images in InDesign documents. EasyCatalog
CS3 3.0.7 adds support for a new module that allows users to work
with complex, structured, data.
"We're constantly developing EasyCatalog to make it the most powerful
and flexible database publishing solution for Adobe InDesign," said
Mark Haden, Director of 65bit Software. "Since its launch in 2003,
EasyCatalog has been used to create catalogs, brochures and price
lists in over thirty countries around the world. One of the biggest
problems has always been how we import complex structured data that's
stored in a relational database such as MySQL. This latest module
overcomes this by allowing the user to reproduce their database
structure in EasyCatalog and...
HyperOffice introduces HyperMeeting
HyperOffice (http://www.hyperoffice.com) has introduced HyperMeeting,
a web conferencing tool for small and mid-sized businesses.
HyperMeeting supports integrated audio, online application sharing,
presentations, file sharing, whiteboard, network-based recording,
remote control, and other built-in tools. Unlike other online meeting
services where only the presenter controls the meeting, any
HyperMeeting attendee may share any desktop, switch on the built-in
recording capabilities and control other meeting functions.
"This makes HyperMeeting ideal for sales conferences, webinars,
online seminars and project meetings where anyone can contribute a
great idea," says Farzin Arsanjani, president of HyperOffice. "You
can fire up customer service and live tech support on the fly. Or
collaborate with large audiences spread across the globe."
HyperMeeting integrates with HyperOffice, an award-winning suite of
web-based applications that make it easier for owners, employees,
clients, partners...
Tesline-Service announces Rohos Logon Key 1.1 for Mac OS X
Tesline-Service SRL, is a small software company specializing in PC
security solutions today announced that it's Rohos Logon Key -
authentication solution supports Mac OS X Tiger and Mac OS X Leopard.
The solution provides a hardware-based authentication. You can access
your Mac with the hardware USB key. The Mac is protected but you
don't need to enter your password manually each time you unlock your
Mac; You can automatically lock your Mac screen when the USB Key is
unplugged; unlocking your Mac with a USB token is fully automatic and
fast.
"Tesline-Service continually works to provide to its valued customers
with the best solution to protect their Mac. Rohos Logon Key 1.1 is
not just a desktop locker anymore like 1.0 has been, but an
authentication solution" said Alexander Silonosov, general manager,
Tesline-Service. "As the unique software developer, Tesline-Service
is pleased to announce support for Mac's latest operating system."
The program enables users to access Mac in an...
Storyist Software releases Storyist 1.4
Storyist Software, a developer of creative
writing tools for Mac OS X, today announced the
release of Storyist 1.4, an update to their
popular story development tool for novelists and
screenwriters. Storyist 1.4 incorporates many
user-requested features, including a new
formatting inspector window, the ability to read
and write additional formats, enhancements to
import and export functions, and new text tools.
"Our writers are a diverse group," says Steve
Shepard, CEO of Storyist Software. "We listened
carefully to their requests and expanded the
software's capabilities accordingly. The result
is a tool that works even more effectively with a
variety of workflows."
Highlights of the release include:
° The Inspector: A new floating Inspector panel
offers quick access to text, style, and document
formatting properties.
° New File Formats: Storyist now provides
converters for the Microsoft Word .docx and Open
Office .odt file formats (Leopard only) and the
Final Draft .fcf format, in...
CommuniGate Systems delivers Pronto! Unified Communications
CommuniGate Systems (http://www.communigate.com) has announced the
availability of Pronto! 2.2, the latest version of its powerful, yet
lightweight Unified Communications user interface framework. Pronto!
is built with Adobe Flex 3, and deployed in the browser with the
Adobe Flash Player and to the desktop with Adobe AIR. Pronto! 2.2
provides network operators with a client framework to deliver VAS
(Value Added Services) for Rich Media Communications and advanced
collaboration for Unified Communications in the Software as a Service
(SaaS) model.
The CommuniGate Pro Unified Communications platform is a multi-tenant
hosting solution for Network Operators providing Unified
Communication in the SaaS model. CommuniGate Pronto! is a web 2.0
client that unifies all forms of communications together with a
framework that allows expansion or new applications to snap into the
server or UI as modules. The new features within Pronto! 2.2 allow
carriers to build modular services e.g....
Ubermind unveils Maperture, a geotagging plug-in for Aperture
Ubermind (http://www.ubermind.com) has released Maperture, its first
plug-in for Aperture, Apple's software for professional
photographers. It's am edit plug-in for Aperture that lets you geotag
your photos a snap.
With Maperture you can geotag a few images, or your entire library.
In conjunction with the launch of Maperture, Ubermind is also
releasing an updated version of its Aperture to Picasa Web Albums
plug-in. Version 1.4.2 capitalizes on Maperture's capabilities by
adding support for uploading geotagged images to Google's photo
sharing service.
Microsoft offers special student, teacher pricing for Office for
Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac is packed with tools and features that
aid in every aspect of the learning process for all students. The new
suite allows students to create great-looking reports and
presentations with ease as well as study tools to use on an iPod or
iPhone. Several aspects of everyday coursework can cause stress for
students, however, a recent education-based study* shows how Office
2008 for Mac can simplify students' work.
Fact: Today, nearly half of all college students in the United States
use both a Mac and a PC to complete their schoolwork, and a majority
of students feel it's important to be able to share and edit
documents on both platforms.
Simplified with Office for Mac. The new suite addresses students'
need to confidently share Office documents that are the same on
either platform. Office 2008 and the 2007 Microsoft Office system
share core technologies, including Office Open XML-based file formats
and OfficeArt.
Fact: More than 75 percent of surveyed college...
Yazsoft releases ShareTool update
Yazsoft i(http://www.yazsoft.com) has release a new version (1.2.2)
of ShareTool. Developed for Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, ShareTool is
hands down, the fastest, easiest, and most secure way to access all
of your Bonjour services from anywhere in the world. No server or
technical skills required. Just a simple mouse click. Also works with
VPN connections. For anyone that's been itching to get Bonjour
working over VPN, ShareTool is for you!
ShareTool lets you access all of the Bonjour services on your home
network from anywhere in the world. This includes iTunes Music
Sharing, Screen Sharing, File Sharing, printing, and more.
With ShareTool, you can listen to your entire iTunes music library at
work, control the screen of any of your home computers, or grab that
important file you forgot to bring with you. And this is simply the
tip of the iceberg. With ShareTool, it's as if you've never left your
own network.
Some Key New Features in ShareTool:
* Simple Setup: ShareTool automatically...
Follow the Olympics on your iPhone with Fandora's Box
Marvel Apps, LLC is proud to announce the release of the first
product from the Fandora's Box franchise, the 2008 Summer Games
iPhone and iPod touch application
(http://www.marvelapps.com/index.php/products/summergames). The
application provides medal standings for all participating countries,
news native to the app, events schedule and results. Track your
country's medal performance and see who is dominating the Olympics
with the touch of your finger. It is available today in Apple's App
Store in the Sports and Entertainment categories.
In addition to this application, the Fandora's Box franchise consists
of a website of the same name that is currently in beta development
with a production release target of September 1, 2008. The site is
the place for fans to go inside to get news, photos, forums, and
other information about their favorite players and teams. Make your
personal Fandora's Box and keep track of 'My Players' and 'My Teams'
in one easy to navigate site. Sign up today....
slide:ology is new book from O'Reilly
No matter where you are on the organizational ladder, chances are
you're required to deliver visual presentations to your peers, boss,
or your customers. Indeed, presentations have become the de facto
business communication tool. Yet unlike verbal communication,
thinking visually isn't easy, natural, or commonly taught in schools
or business training programs. Fortunately, O'Reilly's newest
release--slide:ology ($34.99)--fills that void.
This highly anticipated resource is written by Nancy Duarte,
President and CEO of Duarte Design in Mountain View, CA, the firm
that created the presentation for "An Inconvenient Truth," Al Gore's
Oscar-winning film. Combining conceptual thinking and inspirational
design, slide:ology offers practical approaches on how to create
ideas, translate them into pictures, display them well, and then
deliver them in your own natural way.
"A great slideshows is determined by the type of interaction a
presenter has with their slides" declares Nancy Duarte. "If...
Ubermind announces iLightr for iPhone
Ubermind, Inc. today unveiled iLightr (http://www.ilightr.com), a new
entertainment application released exclusively for the iPhone and
iPod touch. By harnessing the iPhone's revolutionary user interface,
iLightr creates the most realistic virtual lighter experience
available for any mobile device.
Seattle, Washington - Ubermind, Inc. today unveiled iLightr, a
compelling new entertainment application released exclusively for the
iPhone and iPod touch. By harnessing the iPhone's revolutionary user
interface, iLightr creates the most realistic virtual lighter
experience available for any mobile device.
"Understanding the unique features of the iPhone has allowed us to
produce a particularly captivating app," said Bryan Hansen, iLightr's
Lead Developer. "Our obsessive attention to detail is what separates
iLightr from other entertainment apps currently available."
Rather than a static image or stale, unchanging video loop of a
flame, iLightr combines high-resolution OpenGL graphics (...
Macvide announces VideoFlash Converter 1.7 for Mac OS X
Macvide (http://www.macvide.com/ ) has announced VideoFlash Converter
1.7, their video to Flash conversion utility for Mac OS X. Developed
specifically for Mac users, VideoFlash Converter allows conversion of
QuickTime compatible video to Adobe (Macromedia) Flash SWF and FLV
files. The most popular formats are supported, including AVI, WMV,
MOV, MPG, ASF, DivX and more.
VideoFlash Converter offers an easy-to-use interface that guides the
user through the conversion process. The application automatically
provides ideal default settings, as well as offers the flexibility to
crop video, set duration, adjust quality, and control many other
audio/video preferences.
Feature highlights include:
* Convert all popular video formats, including AVI, WMV, MOV, MPG,
ASF, and DivX * Choose between FLV or SWF output formats * Modify
resolution, frame rate, video and audio bit rates, width, and height
for particular needs * Crop videos to remove black sides
* Preview your video from the first to...
Sonnet serves up 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter Cards
Sonnet Technologies, a leader in upgrades and useful accessories for
Apple Mac desktop, server, and notebook computers, announces the
introduction of the Presto Gigabit PCIe Server PCI Express network
adapter card and the Presto Gigabit PCI-X Server network adapter
card. These Sonnet cards add two Gigabit Ethernet ports to any
compatible computer, offer enhanced performance through support for
jumbo packet data transfers and link aggregation, and deliver
improved reliability with transparent failover protection in case a
cable gets disconnected or a port fails.
Presto Gigabit PCIe Server features a native PCI Express x4 host bus
interface for maximum performance in most recent computers, while
Presto Gigabit PCI-X Server features a 64-bit, 133 MHz PCI-X host bus
interface for maximum performance and even wider compatibility in
older computers. Both Presto Gigabit Server network adapter cards
deliver enhanced networking support in compatible computers and
gigabit speeds over common CAT...
August MacBUS Meeting to Focus on Automator in Leopard
The next meeting of The Macintosh Business Users Society of Greater
Philadelphia (MacBUS) will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, at
6:45 pm.
With Automator in Leopard, there is now more reason than ever before
to begin automating time consuming and repetitive tasks on your Mac.
Join Ben Waldie, president of Automated Workflows, LLC, and author
of "Automator for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard: Visual QuickStart Guide," as
we explore Automator's potential, discuss its benefits, and learn how
to use Automator to automate tasks in your own unique workflow,
giving you more time to focus on being creative. We will also take a
look at Automator's new features in Leopard, including its ability
automate virtually any Mac OS X application by recording your manual
tasks, and then playing them back as part of a workflow. Anyone
looking to get started with Automator, and anyone interested in
learning more about Automator's new Leopard-specific features, will
not want to miss this presentation.
Ben...
Lenova, Intel release Summer Games widget
Lenovo and Intel have released a free mobile widget focused on the
summer games for iPhone, Windows Mobile, and BlackBerry users
available via mobile browsers at http://Lenovo.zumobi.com.
The new widget, powered by Zumobi, showcases content from Lenovo's
"Voices" and "Olympic Podium" websites, keeping mobile users in touch
with athletes and news coming in from Beijing.
For those who have used Zumobi previously, the new app features its
"Zumobi 4" interface, an on-phone Tile gallery and has a smaller foot
print for quicker movement -- and for the first time is available for
the iPhone.
Discarded online, free MMO beat-em-up launches
Discarded Online is now in open beta at
http://discarded.gamedozer.com . Discarded is a mix of beat-em-up,
RPG, and card game where the action is king rather than the grind.
Both during beta and after launch Discarded Online will be free to
play. After beta, players will be able to purchase in game
equipment, clothing, and items to aid them, but such purchases will
not be required.
Leveling in the game has taken a unique approach, with players able
to change their stats at the start of each game. Items in the game
temporarily use stats you assign, so while one mission may be best
suited for hard power slugging, the next may have you focusing on
defense and abilities. Form a team of up to 4 players from all over
the world and go on a huge number of missions with variable level of
difficulty, equip dozens of items, dozens of different clothing
accessories, and of course slay a multitude of beasts.
Discarded is a child-safe game with only animated violence and no
blood, gore, or...
Oncore develops 6-Bay battery charger designed for classroom
A leading supplier of replacement power products for the education
market, Oncore Power Systems today announced it has developed a 6-Bay
Charger specifically for Apple MacBook and iBook computers that
recharges up to six batteries. Oncore is also introducing a power
upgrade kit that includes the 6-Bay Charger and six replacement
batteries, specifically intended to give new life to older classroom
computers.
The new 6-Bay Charger is designed to serve a need within the
education market where laptop usage in the K- 12 classrooms has grown
steadily over the past 15 years. Students first began using Apple
computers in the classroom back in 1983 when Apple offered every
classroom in California a free computer. Today classrooms across the
U.S use laptops and teachers have incorporated the technology into
their lesson plans.
In classrooms, students work at their desks with laptops, many of
which are older models still using original batteries. With new
batteries offering a maximum of 3 hours...
BVS to unveil new dual-band transmitter at WiMAX World
Berkeley Varitronics Systems, Inc, continues to Clarify RF by
releasing the latest reptile in the growing family of stimulus
transmitters used around the globe for drive-study analysis.
The engineering team at Berkeley will showcase the Tortoise a high
power stimulus transmitter containing ultra-clean, Class A amplifiers
for simultaneous, dual-band independent transmissions from one
portable unit. Quad cooling fans keep Tortoise cool, while the
internal dual amplifiers simultaneously transmit up to 45 watts each
allowing for more efficient drive-studies to be conducted within two
distinct bands. Tortoise is easily controlled directly from the
unit's top panel or through the ethernet, USB or RS-232 ports using
the supplied remote control PC software. The unit has built-in
over-voltage protection, forward and reverse power measurement as
well as internal and external temperature measurements. Unique to
the Tortoise will be an optional WiMAX modulator allowing users to
simulate a...
Dragon Forged introduces Trivial 1.0 for iPhone, iPod touch
Dragon Forged Software has released Trivial 1.0
(http://trivial.dragonforged.com), a trivia game for the iPhone and
iPod touch. Trivial is the core application for a suite of trivia
games, including General Knowledge, Sports, and Pop Culture.
Pulled from a multitude of categories, there are over one thousand
questions per game within a selection of difficulties. The question
difficulty adjusts in real time to match the users abilities.
Each of the General Knowledge, Sports, and Pop Culture questions are
pulled from a multitude of categories such as art, business,
technology, geography, health, history, languages, literature,
medicine, sciences, celebrities, movies, music, preforming arts, TV,
video games, baseball, basketball, boxing, football (American),
football (soccer), golf, hockey, and tennis. The application
integrates a score system based on difficulty level and time.
HiLo Media Creates A Unique High-Def Tutorial Video for Kinemac
A recent creative international collaboration between HiLo Media
(http://www.hilomedia.com ) (http://www.kinemac.com )and Kinemac
developer yields a unique high-definition tutorial video to orient
new users to the software. Web and viral video production company
HiLo Media recently completed a high-definition 11-minute tutorial
video for Mac OS X 3D Animation software Kinemac. Kinemac developer
Lorenzo Puleo worked tightly with HiLo Media producer Joseph Nilo in
the creation of the video.
Asheville, NC - Web and viral video production company HiLo Media
recently completed a high-definition 11-minute tutorial video for Mac
OS X 3D Animation software Kinemac. Kinemac developer Lorenzo Puleo
worked tightly with HiLo Media producer Joseph Nilo in the creation
of the video.
"It's great working with an independent developer on a video for
their software. They take great pride in their product, and great
interest in what we do, making our job much easier and very
effective," said Nilo. "It...
Default Folder X Updated to Version 4.0.8
St. Clair Software is happy to announce the release of Default Folder
X 4.0.8 (http://www.stclairsoft.com/DefaultFolderX/index.html), a
compatibility update for our award-winning utility for enhancing Open
and Save dialogs.
Default Folder X 4.0.8 is a free update that corrects problems that
users have reported when using Bias Peak and QuickBooks Pro. It also
adds to Default Folder X's "recent folder" tracking, keeping tabs on
files and folders that you drag onto applications in the Dock. These
changes my also improve performance with other applications, so we
encourage all users to update to version 4.0.8.
Default Folder X 4.0.8 is a free update for existing users who
purchased a license or upgrade on or after June 1, 2007. The upgrade
is $14.95 for users who bought their copies before that date. Default
Folder X costs $34.95 for a new license. Installers are available
now in English, Japanese, French, German and Danish.
Canon introduces new AIO printers, scanners
Canon (http://www.usa.canon.com) has introduced two new multifunction
models, the Pixma MP480 and Pixma MP190 Photo All-In-One (AIO)
printers and three new color scanners.
The the PIXMA MP480 Photo All-In-One is equipped with a 1.8-inch TFT
color LCD display and control pane. Canon has included Auto Photo Fix
and Auto Scan Mode features, reducing the steps necessary to print a
photo or capture a scan. Auto Photo Fix, with Easy-PhotoPrint EX
software, automatically detects the type of photo being printed --
portrait or scenery -- and helps to correct red eye, facial tones,
brightness, contrast and color saturation.
The Pixma MP480 AIO also provides Auto Scan Mode, which detects the
type of document being scanned -- photo, post card, business card,
magazine, newspaper, document, etc. -- and automatically crops and
saves files to PDF or JPEG format, based on image type.
The MP480 is capable of text print speeds of up to 20
pages-per-minute (ppm) in black and up to 16 ppm in color, and...
AutoDesSys previews BonZai 3D
AutoDesSys is previewing BonZai 3D, the latest addition to the
company's line of 3D software. It's a new 3D modeler developed.
Some of the individual features in BonZai are: fluid, powerful, and
smart interface; classic modeling tools (extrusions, sweeps,
transformations, etc.); real time Booleans; NURBS curves and
surfaces; smart 3D drawing; dynamic graphic editing; a Reshape tool;
interactive rendering with shadows, transparencies, and textures;
support for 3D printing; a graphic texture map editing; over 200 free
materials (texture maps); a content library for trees, furniture,
entourage elements; support of 3D Warehouse; Google Earth and
SketchUp file compatibility; over 20 export/import formats; and
embedded video tutorials
BonZai 3D is being prepped for public beta testing . An announcement
will go out as soon as it becomes available for download at
Bonzai3d.com.
FMWebschool Releases FMTouch for iPhone Users
Richmond, VA - August 8, 2008 - FMWebschool Inc., Announced the
availability of FMTouch. FMTouch enables you to deploy FileMaker Pro on
your iPhone or your iPod Touch. FMTouch runs locally on your iPhone and
does not require an internet connection. FMTouch is available in the
Business section of the Apple App Store.
In the Olympics, steroids are definitely a bad idea. However when used in
the context of an incredible software application we think that enhanced
performance is what everyone needs. FMTouch is a powerhouse that enables
you to run multiple FileMaker databases locally on your iPhone or iPod
touch. Yes, for the first time ever, multiple related tables and layouts
are supported.
If you are still asking yourself - what is it that FMTouch can do for me? I
applaud your curiosity. If you use FileMaker Pro and you have an Apple
iPhone or iPod Touch you can transfer that fully relational database to
your iPhone or iPod. Yes you can run FileMaker locally on your iPhone.
FMTouch...
FoneLink 2.1
Exchange files, music, photos, videos and synchronize organizer data
between a Mac and Sony Ericsson cell phones
Berlin, Germany -- FoneLink offers a familiar Mac-like solution to exchange
files, music, photos and videos between a Mac and Sony Ericsson cell
phones. The cell phone suite allows to synchronize organizer data and
iTunes playlists, create ringtones, manage SMS text messages and to backup
and restore cell phone contents.
"FoneLink 2.1 supports more than 70 cell phones from Sony Ericsson,
including the latest models." states Jan Fuellemann, PR spokesperson at
nova media. "The software features a Bluetooth assistant to pair a cell
phone to the Macintosh computer in one easy step. A menubar icon can be
used to send a text message or synchronize the cell phone without the need
to open FoneLink first. "
FoneLink supports drag and drop throughout its new user interface. The
built-in sync manager synchronizes contacts, dates, tasks, notes and
bookmarks while an activity monitor...
PulpMotion Advanced 1.1 now Tiger compatible
PulpMotion Advanced 1.1 now Tiger compatible
Montpellier, France - JUNE 20th 2008: Aquafadas is delighted to announce a
new version of PulpMotion Advanced now fully compatible with Tiger and
featuring new themes.
'We first developed PulpMotion Advanced to make the most of the incredible
features offered by Leopard' says Claudia Zimmer, Aquafadas' CEO, 'but in
the same time we made sure that our existing PulpMotion customers on Tiger
(especially the whole education world) could also enjoy the new story
telling functions introduced by PulpMotion Advanced. We have worked hard to
bring the whole PulpMotion Advanced experience to our Mac OS 10.4 users
despite the extensive changes in the Mac OS X graphics foundations between
Tiger and Leopard.'
With this release we also bring new themes (SummerBreeze, Factory, Sliding
Revolution,LadyBug), mainly rewritten from the original PulpMotion themes
with tons of new features and customizations. A large number of presets are
now available to explore...
NewerTech MiniStaack v2.5 FireWire 400/USB Powered Hub/Storage
NEWERTECH ANNOUNCES MINISTACK v2.5 FIREWIRE 400/USB 2.0 POWERED HUB STORAGE
SOLUTION
Stores 1 Million Photos, 350,000 MP3 songs, or 500 DVD Quality Movies
Features One Central Plug & Play Access Point for Connecting Multiple Devices
August 6, 2008 Woodstock, IL -- Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech)
http://www.newertech.com , the leading developer of PC, Macintosh, iPod,
and iPhone performance upgrades and accessories, today announced the new
miniStack v2.5 FireWire 400/USB 2.0 powered hub storage solution, a new
addition to the award-winning NewerTech miniStack line of small footprint,
high performance Plug & Play external powered hub storage solutions.
NewerTech miniStack v2.5 is ideal for data intensive uses, such as
Audio/Video editing, digital photography, MP3 music libraries, and
high-speed back-up. Built for performance, it employs the latest
generation Oxford 934 bridge chipset; a 7200RPM Serial ATA (SATA) drive; up
to 1.0TB of storage capacity; and up to 32MB of disk...
Faster Loading Websites With RAGE WebCrusher 1.0
Toronto, Ontario (August 6, 2008) -- RAGE Software announced today the
immediate availability of RAGE WebCrusher 1.0, an all new utility for
website owner's to reduce their website's load time, providing a better
experience for their visitors and customers. RAGE WebCrusher scans entire
websites, including webpage files and image files, to intelligently remove
all unneeded code, making websites load as fast as possible in a web
browser.
On average, visitors will wait up to 8 seconds for a website to fully load
before closing their browser window or pressing the back button. Website
owners need to ensure that their website loads as quickly as possible for
all of their potential online customers. Now users can simply drop their
website onto RAGE WebCrusher and let the software quickly remove all
unneeded code from their webpages.
RAGE WebCrusher was built with iWeb based websites in mind, which have
generally been known for their large file sizes and slow loading image
files. iWeb users...
Freeway 5.2
Oxford, UK - Softpress Systems today released Freeway 5.2, a free update to
its award-winning web design software. With a traditional page layout
approach, Freeway makes it easy to create dynamic websites without the need
to write code. This release is available to all registered owners of
Freeway 5.
Additionally, free 30-day trials of Freeway 5 Express and Freeway 5 Pro are
available from the Softpress website.
"Web developers all over the world are designing rich iPhone-ready
websites," Softpress Managing Director Richard Logan said. "With Freeway
5.2, it's easy to create beautiful sites that take advantage of the
iPhone's great features. And since it's Freeway, you know the code will be
efficient and standards-compliant."
New Features in Freeway 5.2:
In addition to the features added in Freeway 5 (CSS menus, Google Actions,
Blogger templates, script.aculo.us Actions and dozens more), Freeway 5.2
brings the following:
Homescreen Icon for Web Clip - Specify and include an icon for...
PandaWare DiskWrangler 3.0
PandaWare DiskWrangler 3.0 Released -- Universal Binary application
features keyboard-based file launcher and browser
Summary:
The PandaWare Company has released DiskWrangler 3.0, a Universal Binary
version of its Mac OS X file launcher and browser. This version includes a
number of improvements to its interface as well as numerous bug fixes,
particularly for OS X 10.5. The new version is available for download from
The PandaWare Company's Web site. Unregistered copies work in demo mode for
up to 30 days.
SEATTLE, Washington (August 4, 2008) The PandaWare Company has released
DiskWrangler 3.0, a Universal Binary version of its file launcher and
browser for Mac OS X. DiskWrangler caters to users who prefer keeping their
hands on the keyboard. DiskWrangler allows users to launch applications,
documents, mail and Web URLs and user-defined sets of files, all without
removing their hands from the keyboard to pick up the mouse.
In addition to its powerful launching capabilities,...
eAuthorize 5.0: Credit Card Processing Plug-In for FileMaker
eAuthorize 5.0 ) Credit Card Processing Plug-In News from WorqSmart
(formerly Waves in Motion)
Phoenix, AZ - August 4, 2008 - WorqSmart is pleased to announce our latest
release of the most popular and most robust credit card processing plug-in
for FileMaker Pro: eAuthorize 5.0.
eAuthorize 5.0 is now compatible with five, count ëem five, versions of
FileMaker Pro (5 through 9)*. Other new features include a card-swipe
parsing example (for Authorize.Net card-present merchant accounts) and
support for the Sage Payment Gateway. Other supported payment gateways
include: Authorize.Net (card-present and card-not-present),
PayPal/VeriSign, Sage and SECpay/PayPoint.net.
For more information about eAuthorize 5.0 or to try a demo please visit
http://www.worqsmart.com/eauthorize. Our plug-in demos are fully functional
and our example files are fully unlocked. Take 'em for a spin. C'mon... it'
be fun!
Upgrade pricing is available for eAuthorize 5.0. Please contact us at
aakhavan@worqsmart.com or...
SMTPit Pro 4.1.1
COMM-UNITY NETWORKING SYSTEMS RELEASES SMTPIT PRO 4.1.1, A FILEMAKER PRO
PLUG-IN.
Fort Worth, TX, August 4, 2008 -- Comm-Unity Networking Systems releases an
update to it's popular SMTPit Pro plug-in. SMTPit Pro supercharges FileMaker
Pro databases with the power of sending customized emails. Version 4.1 works
on the client side as well as the server side with Scheduled Scripts and the
Web Publishing Engine (including Instant Web Publishing). This update fixes
several bugs ranging from crashing bugs to speed issues to properly loading
under FileMaker Server on Mac OS X 10.4. SMTPit Pro is available
immediately at http://smtpit.cnsplug-ins.com/ for both Mac OS X and Windows.
Description
SMTPit Pro is an email plug-in for FileMaker Pro 7 and greater, built
from the ground up, taking advantage of years of plug-in development
knowledge and the latest FileMaker plug-in API. SMTPit Pro provides a vast
array of email options. You can send simple text based messages or you can
send complex...
reQall Launches the iPhone's First Memory Aid
reQall Launches the iPhone's First Memory Aid
Shake your iPhone to jog your memory reQall on the iPhone organizes your
to-do list, appointments, shopping list and even visual reminders without
typing
reQall (http://www.reQall.com) released the first-ever memory aid
specifically created for the iPhone and iPod Touch. reQall for the iPhone
is available for free beginning Friday July 11th, exclusively from Apple's
App Store (http://www.apple.com/iphone/appstore). Based on pioneering
research into memory prostheses from MIT's Media Lab, reQall enables you to
simply say what you want to remember straight to your iPhone. Your voice
reminders are immediately converted into text and delivered back to you at
the right moment. reQall can remind you via text message, instant message,
email, or as a calendar alert about what you need to do and when. And if
you shake your iPhone, the patent-pending reQall Memory Jogger springs to
action and identifies information designed to maximize memory...
Storage Enclosure Supporting Tool-less Hard Drive Install
Storage Enclosure Supporting Tool-less Hard Drive Installation -- TS2UT
City of Industry, CA -- August 1, 2008 -- Sans Digital, a brand of high
performance storage subsystems, is introducing an exceedingly
straightforward and user friendly direct attached storage -- TS2UT. At the
same time, the TS2UT is compact and affordable, fulfilling the standards of
Sans Digital's portable consumer products.
As the preceding unit of Sans Digital's newly developed TowerSTOR series,
the TS2UT is a tray-less 2-bay storage tower with RAID capabilities.
TS2UT's innovative tray-less feature is specifically designed for fast
installation and access of the hard drives, where each hard drive could be
easily installed or removed by opening the front plate handle. A turn-lock
located at the front of each front plate handle allows the securing of hard
drives without the use of screws or other tools. In addition to easy hard
drive access, the TS2UT features four different RAID modes, including FAST
(RAID 0),...
Vvidget: Release 10.5.7 Improves Reliability
Vvidget: Release 10.5.7 Improves Reliability
July 31, 2008
VVI today announced the release of Vvidget version 10.5.7 which improves
existing features. Notable improvements for this version include:
- Faster: This version of Vvidget is compiled with the latest toolset.
Using the best toolset makes Vvidget faster and enables additional
multiprocessing capabilities.
- Cursor Information: Vvidget Builder provides instant feedback on cursor
modes via the Cursor Information feature. This has been made more robust
and works better for palettes, edit modes, and all other cursor related
operations.
- 3D Graphs: Fixed a bug that could theoretically cause Vvidget to crash
while making a 3D graph. Although this bug has never been reported by users
there is a possibility that previous versions could be prone to it.
- Parser Editor: Fixed a bug that could cause the parser editor to crash.
- Table Editing: Tabbing through table cells now works better, thus data
can be manually inserted more...
Intego Personal Backup X5 adds FTP/SFTP backups
INTEGO PERSONAL BACKUP X5 ADDS FTP/SFTP BACKUPS
Intego Personal Backup X5 10.5.2 Backs Up Files To and From FTP and SFTP
Servers
Austin, TX, July 31, 2008: Mac users want to back up their files to and
from a variety of locations, and Personal Backup X5 helps them do so.
Intego, the Macintosh security specialist, today announced the release of
Personal Backup X5 10.5.2, a free update to its popular data protection
software. This new version provides performance enhancements, and also
offers the ability to back up files to and from FTP and SFTP servers.
Most people who have their own web sites access these sites via FTP, or
file transfer protocol. With Personal Backup X5, users can now back up to
and from their FTP server, using standard FTP or SFTP (SSH file transfer
protocol). To do this, users merely choose Network Drive as either a source
or destination for a Personal Backup X5 script, then enter the server's
address (beginning with ftp:// for a standard FTP server, or sftp:// to...
Mesa Dynamics Revamps Beholder, Web Image Search Client
Mesa Dynamics Revamps Beholder, Web Image Search Client for OS X
Washington, DC -- July 31, 2008 -- Mesa Dynamics today released Beholder
3.0, a completely overhauled upgrade to its dedicated image search client,
originally released in 2003.
Beholder searches for images on the web, automatically querying web search
engines and presenting thumbnail results in a navigable contact sheet with
URL and other link details. Designed for quick image inspection and
discovery, Beholder also supports extended web searches via the scanning of
image host pages, web directories and RSS feeds.
Beholder 3.0 is rewritten from scratch as a Universal application for OS X
and features a new WebKit-based image retrieval engine and a powerful new
search engine plugin format. Additional improved features include size and
safe search options for Google Image Search, sorting by image file and
pixel size, and batch downloading of image results.
A demo version of Beholder (which adds a watermark to images saved...
PandaWare Simple Help Editor 3.0 Released
PandaWare Simple Help Editor 3.0 Released Cross-platform Help Authoring
Application Receives Major Upgrade
Summary:
The PandaWare Company has released a major upgrade to its cross-platform
help authoring application, Simple Help Editor. Version 3.0 adds the
ability to add custom HTML to help content pages, allowing virtually
unlimited flexibility in formatting and styling. A number of other changes
make Simple Help Editor more flexible and easier to use. It gives software
developers and help authors more tools for creating platform-specific help
systems from the same content. Simple Help Editor 3.0 can save files for
display in Apple Help Viewer, Windows' HTML Help viewer, and Web browsers.
The new version is available for download from the The PandaWare Company's
Web site. Unregistered copies work in demo mode for up to 30 days.
SEATTLE, Washington (July 30, 2008) The PandaWare Company announces a major
upgrade to its cross-platform help authoring application, Simple Help
Editor....
Likewise Fall 08 Enhances Systems Authentication and Management
Latest Version of Open Source Software Enables Easy -- and Free --
Cross-Platform Authentication and Administration
Likewise Open Fall 08 enhances authentication and management of Linux, UNIX
and Mac-based systems
Bellevue, Wash. -- July 30, 2008 -- A new version of a free, open source
software application from Likewise Software enables administrators to
remotely and uniformly manage all network computers, regardless of their
operating systems, from a single point of control from virtually any
computer.
Likewise Software today announced Likewise Fall 08, which supports more
than 118 platforms. Building on the success of the current version, this
new edition includes features that further streamline the process of
integrating Linux, Unix and Mac systems into a Microsoft Active Directory
environment:
* Likewise Identity Services (LWIS) provides Active Directory
Authentication services for all non-Windows systems. LWIS is a next
generation Active Directory authentication engine that runs...
VMware Fusion 2.0 Public Beta 2
The VMware Fusion team is proud to announce the availability of VMware
Fusion 2.0 Public Beta 2. Beta 2 extends the seamless integration of VMware
Fusion 1.x, adds new ways to protect and control your virtual machines,
enhances video performance and adds a slew of power-user features.
When released, VMware Fusion 2.0 will be a free downloadable upgrade for
all VMware Fusion 1.x users, as a sincere "Thank You" to VMware Fusion
early adopters.
VMware Fusion 2.0 Beta 2 is available as a free download
(http://communities.vmware.com/community/beta/fusion).
Please note: Beta software can be prone to instability and bugs. Do not run
beta software in mission-critical environments.
Key features and highlights of VMware Fusion 2 Beta 2 include:
* Unity 2.0-Tighter Windows-Mac Integration: Building on Unity 1.0, you can
now launch any Mac file with any of your Windows applications. Mirror your
Mac and Windows special folders-like My Documents, Desktop, etc. Custom
keyboard mapping between Mac...
iwascoding releases GaragePay 1.1
iwascoding releases GaragePay 1.1
Berlin, Germany, July 30th, 2008 - Mac software developer iwascoding
releases GaragePay 1.1. The update expands GaragePay's usefulness with the
ability to display and export shopping cart item information, now
fully-configurable csv export, user notes and Address Book export.
"We listen carefully to our customers." said Ilja Iwas, iwascodings
co-founder. "Shopping cart item support and user notes were the two most
requested features, so adding them was really a no-brainer and will make
quite a few people very happy."
PayPal puts quite some useful information into the transactions' cart
items, which GaragePay 1.1 fetches from PayPal along with the transaction
and displays all of them.
CSV export is highly configurable now, it even supports tab and semicolon
as a field divider for third party applications that need it.
Every transaction now has a notes field, were the user can put whatever
text she needs or wants.
The payer name and address information...
MailSite Fusion 9 Now Fully Tested for use with iPhone 2.0
MAILSITE FUSION NOW FULLY TESTED AND VERIFIED FOR USE WITH IPHONE 3G
MAILSITE FUSION 9 PUSHES EMAIL, CALENDAR AND CONTACTS OVER-THE-AIR WITHOUT
ANY ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE ON THE IPHONE
Chicago, IL -- HostingCon 2008 -- July 30, 2008 -- MailSite Software, Inc.
announced that it has completed its testing and verification of MailSite
Fusion 9 with Apple's new iPhone 3G. MailSite has also tested and verified
the original iPhone with the 2.0 firmware installed and the iPod Touch with
the 2.0 firmware installed. MailSite Fusion 9 now pushes email, calendar
and contact updates over-the-air to the iPhone without requiring any
software to be installed on the device. MailSite Fusion 9 does this with
its built-in ActiveSync server. Visit us in booth 229 at HostingCon to
learn more.
With this verification, MailSite Fusion 9 now pushes email, calendar and
contacts over-the-air to most major smartphones in the market today. This
includes the iPhone, Nokia E and N series, Microsoft's Windows...
ProVUE Introduces Panorama Enterprise Server
ProVUE Introduces Panorama Enterprise Server
Huntington Beach, California - July 30, 2008 - ProVUE Development announces
the release of Panorama Enterprise Server, the first totally RAM based
general purpose database server for Mac OS X. The Enterprise Server product
is designed to work in conjunction with ProVUE's Panorama 5.5 database
software (released in December 2007) on client machines, and can also be
used for web database publishing (for use with standard web browsers).
Unlike traditional client/server systems that sequester all of the data on
a central server, the Panorama Enterprise system uses a "mesh" architecture
to distribute RAM based copies of the shared data across the network. This
mesh technology dramatically cuts delays associated with common database
tasks by spreading the load across the network.
According to James Rea, President of ProVUE Development, "The Enterprise
system works much like a formation of fighter jets teamed with an aerial
tanker. Instead of...
Paragon Software Introduces CampTune for Mac Users
PARAGON SOFTWARE INTRODUCES CAMPTUNE FOR MAC USERS
Free Pre-Release Software Addresses Dual Boot Mac OS and Windows Users
IRVINE, Calif., July 29, 2008 -- Paragon Software Group (PSG), the
technology leader in innovative data security and data management
technology, today announced free public access to the pre-release version
of its CampTune software, which is designed for dual-boot users running
both Mac OS and Windows on their Intel-based Mac. Paragon's CampTune
solves the maintenance problem that Mac Boot Camp users encounter when they
run out of free partition space. With CampTune, Mac users can redistribute
free space between Macintosh and Windows partitions in minutes without data
loss, adding free megabytes to partitions on either operating system
quickly and easily.
"Paragon is committed to using its 14-plus years of partitioning experience
to help remove the barriers between the Windows and Mac operating systems,"
noted Tom Fedro, president of Paragon Software Group -...
Mark/Space launches Missing Sync for Symbian
Mark/Space launches Missing Sync for Symbian
Synchronize information and files between a Mac and a Nokia, Sony Ericsson
or Motorola phone running Symbian OS
Los Gatos, Calif. -- July 24th, 2008 -- Mark/Space, Inc. today announced
the immediate availability of a Symbian version of its data transfer
software, The Missing Sync for Symbian. Now Mac users can take full
advantage of Symbian OS devices from Nokia, Sony Ericsson and Motorola.
The Missing Sync for Symbian is the first Mark/Space product to feature
Proximity Sync technology. This new approach to synchronization uses
Bluetooth to sync data automatically when the devices are close to each
other.
Brian Hall, Mark/Space CEO, said "I know people are going to love the ease
of use brought by Proximity Sync. Just having your phone in the same room
as your Mac from time to time is all you need to do to keep in sync."
Syncing without thinking, wireless and cable free
Users won't ever need to remember to sync again. When the phone is in...
Boinx Software releases FotoMagico 2.5
Boinx Software releases FotoMagico 2.5
New version features Adobe Lightroom support, YouTube export and
teleprompter
Munich, Germany--July 26th, 2008. Boinx Software introduced today
FotoMagico 2.5, its award-winning photo presentation tool for
professional photographers. Recently honored with the Apple Design
Award (ADA) 2008 - "Best Mac OS X Leopard Graphics and Media
Application Runner-up", the new 2.5 version of FotoMagico now features
support for Adobe Lightroom libraries, a teleprompter that shows notes
for every slide on a presenter's display and a new export option for
uploading slideshow videos directly to YouTube.
"We want to thank thousands of users who take part on our public beta
program and gave feedback to make FotoMagico even better", says Oliver
Breidenbach, co-founder of Boinx Software. "We are dedicated to making
FotoMagico the premier slidehows tool on the Mac, two Apple Design
Awards are proof that we are on the right track."
"With FotoMagico 2.5, keeping your...
Solar Power for Apple MacBook, MacBook Pro
Solar Power for Apple MacBook, MacBook Pro
Apple Juicz Charges and Powers Simultaneously
WICHITA, Kan. --07/28/2008-- QuickerTek, the leader in wireless Apple
products, announces another new Apple Juicz model - a new way to power
the Apple MacBook and MacBook Pro using free and
environmentally-conscious solar power. The MacBook both powers and
charges simultaneously while the 15-inch MacBook Pro is powered or
charged. Unlike old syle solar panels, this new design is flexible and
is much lighter than those thick glass cells that weigh far too much to
be portable.
Rather than pack several batteries to get up to 8 additional portable
power, Apple Juicz users can easily gain additional hours of use.
Apple Juicz for MacBook and MacBook Pro folds to only 10.5 inches and
comes with a free Element carry bag. It offers 55 Watts of power and
unfolds to a sun-grabbing 60 x 42 inches.
All models require an upgraded MagSafe power adapter. QuickerTek can
either modify the customer's adapter for $25...
QuickMail Discontinued
Outspring Inc. Discontinues QuickMail Line Of Products
Final versions now available. Company will now focus development efforts on
Outspring Mail client and spam solutions.
Santa Rosa, CA. - July 25, 2008 - Outspring Incorporated, makers of email
client, server and spam-stopping products, today announced that they will
be discontinuing the QuickMail email client and server line.
Jeff Baudin, Outspring president and CEO stated, "While the QuickMail
products have a rich history and many current users, it has become almost
impossible for us to continue development on these products. They were
written in an old version of the CodeWarrior development system, which just
isn't compatible with current generation computers and operating systems."
As of today, Outspring has suspended all sales and phone support for
QuickMail products. Customers who have purchased QuickMail products within
the last 90 days will still be entitled another 90 days of telephone
support. Prior users can still find...
Post.Office: New, Leopard-compatible mail server
Post.Office: New, Leopard-compatible mail server for Mac OS X Simple,
Secure, Powerful
Santa Barbara, CA. A new Post.Office 3.8.4, still simple, secure, and
powerful, but with added modern features, is now available for Mac OS X
10.5. Post.Office, after more than a decade, continues to be a popular mail
server that instills loyalty among users.
Long-time Post.Office customers continue to transition to Mac OS X from a
range of diverse platform.
Post.Office's built in web-managed SPAM filter engine has been updated to
allow filters to be imported, exported, and disabled, giving Postmasters
the ability to collectively fight SPAM by exchanging filters with
colleagues. Added security to SMTP Authentication, ensures open relay
protection while giving authorized users world-wide mail server access. In
addition, Post.Office supports the addition of open-source plug-ins to
complement and reinforce Post.Office's built-in filtering.
Post.Office's mail filtering plug-ins - SpamAssassin (a popular...
kannuu Debuts Lookup Solution for iPhone App Developers
kannuu Debuts Lookup Solution for iPhone Application Developers
New Search Software Development Kit Enables Indexing Facility into Web and
on Device iPhone Applications
Dallas, TX -- kannuu, Inc., the global leader in lookup technology, today
announced the availability of its iPhone SDK (Software Development Kit.)
The kannuu iPhone SDK, provides developers with a rich set of powerful
tools to incorporate its award winning indexing and lookup capabilities
into high demand mobile OS X web-based and device native applications.
kannuu's SDK delivers a problem-free way integrate, test and deploy its
search and find capabilities to upcoming applications. kannuu's SDK handles
all the heavy lifting and expedites mobile OS X application delivery by
providing innovators with coco library sample code, unified access to data,
incorporation into a vast array of web or native applications in need of an
elegant search solution, clear API (application programmer's interface),
well documented code, an...
Toon Boom Studio 4.5 announced
Montreal (July 25, 2008) -- Emmy Award-winning Toon Boom Animation
Inc. today announced the upcoming release of Toon Boom Studio 4.5.
This latest version brings photo animation and live-action cartooning
to the next level. In addition, Studio 4.5 offers better integration
with Photoshop files, extended ease of use, more export options to
iTunes and YouTube as well as being the perfect upgrade for Flip Boom
and Animation-ish. With each release, Studio is injected with new
features that make this all-in-one animation software the ideal
companion to create eye-catching animation.
What's new in Studio 4.5?
* Add animation over your videos
* Print drawings to create flipbooks or use as a reference * Import
multi-layer Photoshop files and create more impressive multiplane
effects
* Enjoy enhanced drag and drop capability for greater ease of use *
Import Flip Boom and Animation-ish projects to animate them further *
Export animation directly to iTunes and YouTube
Buy Toon Boom Studio 4.5 now...
BannerZest gets new themes
Aquafadas (http://www.aquafadas.com/) has
announced BannerZest 1.2, an update of the Flash
presentation application for Mac OS X. This new
version introduces new themes :
° TextSlideShow (PRO version) with sophisticated
3D Text effects (demo here:
http://banners.aquafadas.com/demo/textslideshow/bz.html
)
° Hanging & HangingSlim (slim version is
appropriate for page banners) (demo here:
http://banners.aquafadas.com/demo/hanging/bz.html
)
° Sticker (demo here: http://banners.aquafadas.com/demo/sticker/bz.html )
The version 1.2 also brings other improvements.
BannerZest can now upload via SFTP. A banner
published in a local folder can now be uploaded
manually, it doesn't require to edit the code
anymore. The generated javascript and html code
is more compact. The update has improved FTP
upload through a new version of Connection Kit
and various bug fixes
The upgrade is free for existing customers and is recommended to all our users.
BannerZest talks to all the leading website and...
Atempo, Nexsan team up for backup-to-disk storage solution
Atempo (http://www.atempo.com], a provider of cross-platform data
protection and archiving solutions, and Nexsan (http:www.nexsan.com)
a provider of long-term disk storage, have announced a comprehensive
backup-to-disk solution that integrates Atempo's storage management
software with Nexsan's high density green storage system.
For the first time, Atempo Time Navigator software will integrate
with Nexsan SATABeast Xi hardware, giving reseller partners the
opportunity to offer a high-performance and high-capacity backup and
storage solution for data-intensive environments such as media and
entertainment industries. With Atempo and Nexsan's common support for
Mac, Windows and UNIX, the joint solution is optimized for
heterogeneous environments, particularly organizations with a strong
Mac presence, says Bob Woolery, senior vice president of marketing at
Nexsan*
Atempo Time Navigator enables medium to large-size organizations to
manage data throughout its lifecycle. In addition to...
V4x OnAir widgets for Web and mobile debut at IBC 2008
V4x, a developer of interactive software
platforms for mobile and web content
distribution, will showcase for the first time at
IBC, the new OnAir Widgets at the IBC 2008
convention held in Amsterdam, September 12 -- 16,
in the Mobile TV Zone on stand M398.
The new V4x OnAir Widgets application is designed
to monetize media and maximize viewer retention
through interactivity for Web TV and Mobile. Each
Widget component is a visual building block
facilitating a specific viewer interaction:
ad overlays with in-video cue points, One
click Flash sponsorships pre-rolls to video
clips, quiz-polls relating to the current
program, SMS scenarios and more. V4x OnAir
Widgets Toolkit offers a unified design
specification, including aesthetics, to lend a
sense of overall cohesion among various parts of
the WEB or Mobile media player.
Ideal for sports, live or near-live portals,
music channels, newscasts re-purposing, radio and
theme shows such as cooking, shopping, or reality
TV, V4x OnAir...
FileGenius is new file transfer tool
Applied Answers (http://www.appliedanswers.com) has released
FileGenius, a new file transfer tool targeted to the needs of print
operations, creative services firms, architectural, construction
firms, engineering firms, court reporters, accountants, reprographic
shops and others. It's Mac and Windows compatible.
FileGenius replaces clumsy, insecure FTP, which is a hassle for
employees, customers, and IT. It also replaces email, with all its
file size and encoding problems. With FileGenius you do nothing;
Applied Answers sets it up, hosts it, and maintains it. All you need
is a web browser and you're ready to go.
FileGenius provides SSL encryption, SHA hashed file directories, no
password storage, no cookies, a proxy filesystem for layers of
security, no FTP or other protocol port access, no session pages
published all over the web with links to download your files , and
"hidden" site addresses that cannot be found in search engines or
site explorers.
There are no usage limits....
4D releases 4D Web 2.0 Pack v11 Release 2
4D, Inc. (http://www.4D.com ) has released 4D Web
2.0 Pack v11 Release 2. The new version, a
combination of two products -- 4D Ajax Framework
and 4D for Flex -- brings a set of tools,
plug-ins, and components for delivering live web
and rich internet applications to browsers,
desktops, and portable devices such as the iPhone.
4D for Flex provides the world's first
Flex-to-database direct connectivity, according
to Laurent Ribardière, president and founder of
4D. It offers integrated Flex-to-SQL database
direct connection. 4D Ajax Framework is an
integrated Ajax framework and application server
that combines the power of Ajax and 4D databases,
bringing 4D application data to your browser,
RIA, iPhone, and more, Ribardière says.
4D Web 2.0 Pack v11 Release 2 is available for
purchase immediately. Pricing begins at US$599.
Flash on Tap coming in October
Flash on Tap is a newly announced conference created for Flash
designers and developers by Flash designers and developers "where
attendees can experience the excitement of a beer festival while
soaking in new ideas, knowledge, information and inspiration."
Flash on Tap takes place in Boston Oct. 7-9, 2008 at The Castle. This
conference has been created by the teams from Infrared5, Influxis and
Red5Server. Flash on Tap will also offer four pre-conference
workshops for those attendees who wish to take a deep dive into
specific Flash topics. The all-day workshops begin at 9 a.m. on
Tuesday Oct. 7, and end the same day at 50 p.m. before the conference
kicks off with the opening night reception. The four workshops are:
Papervision3D, led by John Grden and Andy Zupko; AS3 for Designers,
taught by Rich Shupe; Red5, presented by Dominick Accattato and Paul
Gregoire; and Animation for Flash, taught by Chris Georgenes.
A limited number of conference passes for Flash on Tap are available
for...
net4mac 1.5 for Mac OS X is available
net4mac is a social network built exclusively for Mac users. In order
to become a part of the community and use all its features, users
need to download an innovative application designed for Mac OS X 10.4
Tiger and Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. Today, net4mac is launching version
1.5 with many improvements.
Walnut Creek, California - net4mac is a social network built
exclusively for Mac users. In order to become a part of the community
and use all its features, users need to download an innovative
application designed for Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger and Mac OS X 10.5
Leopard. Today, we are launching version 1.5 with many improvements.
The net4mac application allows you to:
* Create an account and login to the service (internet connexion
required) * Create your profile including your location, job,
activities, skills and the type of Macs, iPhone, iPod, etc. that you
own. * Add friends to your profile and manage them (remember, the
service is only for Mac users) * Contact members, send invitations to...
DEVONthink, DEVONnote get updates
DEVONtechnologies, LLC releases free updates for
all editions of its information manager
DEVONthink as well as for the intelligent
note-keeper DEVONnote re-introducing
Image-Capture-based scan support and other new
features.
While the whole team is focused on the
development of DEVONthink 2.0, further
maintenance updates for the 1.x line of
DEVONthink and DEVONnote have been released
today, the most prominent improvement being the
re-introduction of the Image Capture based scan
module that broke due to changes in Mac OS X 10.5
'Leopard'.
DEVONthink Pro Office 1.5.3 users now have the
choice between the built-in scan function and
ExactScan Capture allowing them to connect to
both Image Capture compliant scanners and via
TWAIN drivers. In addition, the original scan
module supports document feeders and grayscale
scanning now. The ExactScan Capture module and
the embedded IRIS OCR engine have been updated,
too, improving compatibility especially to Epson
scanners and fixing glitches such...
Native Instruments releases free feature updates for TRAKTOR 3
Native Instruments just released TRAKTOR 3.4 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH 1.3,
free software updates that equip both products with refined
functionality that reinforces their position at the leading edge of
computer-based DJing. In their latest versions, both TRAKTOR 3 and
TRAKTOR SCRATCH are upgraded with crucial architectural improvements
as well as with enhanced time-code and MIDI control functionality.
TRAKTOR 3.4 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH 1.3 now offer full Unicode support,
allowing for file names and tags in nearly any international script
and language including Japanese, Mandarin, Hebrew, Cyrillic and
others. Both versions are also based on a revised high-performance
audio engine that offers many functional advantages including
hot-plugging and instant switching for audio interfaces, WASAPI
support for Windows Vista and more.
Other improvements in TRAKTOR 3.4 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH 1.3 include
increased tracking precision for scratching in relative mode, a new
intelligent "Tracking Alert"...