Lexar rolls out red JumpDrive FireFly USB flash drive with 16GB
Lexar (http://www.lexar.com) has announced the 16GB capacity
JumpDrive FireFly USB flash drive. The USB JumpDrive FireFly is
available in a range of high-capacity options.
It's Mac and PC compatible and comes in four different colors -- now
including "hot red" -- each representing a different memory capacity.
The JumpDrive FireFly drive is outfitted with an accessible keychain
hole for tethering onto a key ring, attach to a backpack, or hook to
a purse or briefcase. It also features a protective cap for security
and a blue LED tail that blinks during data transfer, letting users
know when a transfer job is complete.
The 16GB Lexar JumpDrive FireFly drive is currently shipping for a
suggested retail price of US$99. Additionally, Lexar JumpDrive
FireFly drives are available in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities.
Axamblis releases Imprint Studio 1.0
Axamblis (http://www.axamblis.com/) has released of Imprint Studio
1.0 for Mac OS X 10.5 ("Leopard"). Imprint Studio is a tool that
allows you to print posters using a standard format printer by
splitting up an image into several smaller tiles, which can then be
printed and assembled to form the final poster. Imprint Studio offers
an easy-to-use interface and addresses hobby photographers as well as
professionals of the metier.
Imprint Studio uses Mac OS X Leopard's new cutting edge technology
CoreAnimation to create an appealing and easy-to-use user interface.
Printing a poster is as easy as choosing the image and the posters
size and hitting print. But as the application is targeted to a wide
range of users, many options are available to further customize the
result.
Imprint Studio takes an image as input, lets you add text and images
in each of the corners and choose the size of the final poster. The
print engine splits up the poster into tiles which can be printed
using your...
Ross Video delivers 20 slot frame series to IBC 2008
Ross Video (http://www.rossvideo.com) will be showcasing the DFR-8320
series at this year's IBC. Introduced during NAB 2008, the 2RU, 20
slot modular frame offers processing for high density applications in
distribution and conversion for up to 20 openGear cards.
"We are pleased to launch the DFR-8320, Ross' 2RU high density 20
slot frame series, at IBC 2008," said Eric Goodmurphy, Marketing
Product Manager, RossGear. "The modular backplane allows the DFR-8320
to offer both a 10 BNC per module rear as well as a split 5 BNC per
module rear for applications requiring high density 1 in by 4 out
solutions. The DFR-8320 supports any mix of analog, digital, video
and audio modules in the same frame making it a great addition to the
award winning openGear family."
openGear is an open-architecture, 2RU modular frame system designed
by Ross Video and supported by more than 17 different terminal
equipment manufacturers.
Convergent adds iPhone interface
Convergent Living (http://www.convergentliving.com), a provider of
control systems, has announced the addition of Apple's iPhone as yet
another optimal interface for its suite of control applications.
Convergent's patented control architecture is now accessible from
anywhere via the iPhone using free, off-the-shelf software from
Apple. In-home requirements are a Companion SideKick controller or
the new LED backlit NEO8, 10 or 15 Smartscreens and router port
forwarding.
"We continue to preach the benefits of the user experience and thanks
to iPhone's ease of navigation, exciting color-saturated graphics and
Companion's user-consistent Adobe Flash GUIs, we can deliver on the
oft-ignored premise that the user experience is paramount and not the
plethora of gadgets," says Craig Slawson, Chief Wizard at
Convergent. "Companion smartscreens and now the iPhone deliver
unparalleled ease of use and wide-area-network (WAN) mobility for
accessing and managing all home systems from a single...
Nvidia sets CUDA Developer Conference
The NVISION 08 event in San Jose next week is
pulling in experts and practitioners in the field
from all over the world. The NVISION 08 visual
computing conference, being held in San Jose, CA
on 25-27 August, includes a CUDA Developer
Conference for software developers interested in
accelerating their applications using the NVIDIA
CUDA software development environment, which is
based on the industry-standard C programming
language.
With CUDA technology becoming a standard in the
computing market, the CUDA Developer Conference
is a must-attend event for university researchers
and commercial software developers. Sessions are
designed for both experienced CUDA programmers as
well as those new to the technology.
One of the highlights will be a session by
William Dorland of the University of Maryland and
his work in porting simulations of black hole
dynamics, as well as ported plasma turbulence and
n-body dynamics to clusters of NVIDIA GPUs, using
CUDA technology. Modest-size codes...
IMSI/Design offers free version of IDX Renditioner Express
IMSI/Design has released a free version of IDX Renditioner Express
for Google SketchUp 6. The free version of IDX Renditioner Express --
which can be used for unlimited commercial or personal use -- plugs
directly into the Google SketchUp interface and integrates one-click
rendering with rendering capabilities.
The free version of IDX Renditioner Express supports renderings up to
640 x 480 pixels. You can work directly in SketchUp for revisions to
the model, materials, environments, and lighting. You can mix and
blend both natural and artificial lights, including an array of point
and spot light types. The product includes the LightWorks rendering
engine from LightWork Design.
The free version of IDX Renditioner Express for the PC is available
now for download at www.IDX-design.com. A free version of IDX
Renditioner Express for the Mac will be available soon. Visit the
user forums at http://forums.idx-design.com.
The full version of IDX Renditioner supports 16 megapixel images
(4096 x...
NewerTech announces 'back to school' tech products
Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech) http://www.newertech.com, the
leading developer of PC, Macintosh, iPod, and iPhone performance
upgrades and accessories, today announced new low-cost "Back to
School" essential technology products that help students get the most
value from their technology gadgets and computers.
NewerTech "Back to School" essential products include: * New
NewerTech 11 Piece Portable Toolkit for servicing and upgrading
computers and consumer electronics devices, like iPods. * Two new
high-capacity NewerTech NuPower replacement batteries for Apple
iBooks. * Lower pricing on NewerTech miniStack FireWire 400/USB 2.0
powered hub storage solutions. * Lower pricing on NewerTech NuPower
ViDEO+ rechargeable battery for the iPod video models.
New 11 Piece Portable Toolkit Lets Students Upgrade & Service
Computers & Electronic Devices
The NewerTech 11 Piece Portable Toolkit includes everything a student
needs to service, add memory, and upgrade desktop and laptop...
RapidWeaver updated to version 4.1
Realmac Software has announced a minor update to
RapidWeaver, its web site creation application
for Mac OS X.
Building on the all-new RapidWeaver 4.0, this
update includes both bug-fixes and some small new
features. RapidWeaver users can now enable Quick
Look Previews for their saved projects, and also
choose to have images automatically resized to a
certain size when dragged into styled text areas.
The update also bring much improved, and
significantly simplified, support for publishing
to Apple's MobileMe service.
What's New in RapidWeaver 4.1?
° Quick Look Previews for saved projects
° Optional automatic image resizing when dragging
images into styled text areas.
° Significantly-improved and simplified MobileMe publishing.
° Numerous other bug fixes.
For an in-depth list of all RapidWeaver 4.1
features visit
http://www.realmacsoftware.com/rapidweaver/
RapidWeaver 4.1 is a free update for registered
users of RapidWeaver 3.6 and 4.0. A new licence
is priced at $79 for new users,...
ReaddleDocs business doc management solution for iPhone released
Readdle (http://www.readdle.com ) has released ReaddleDocs, a
document and file management solution for the iPhone and iPod touch.
With ReaddleDocs anyone can transfer files from Mac, Windows, or
Linux computers to the devices, view them on the go, send by email
and more.
ReaddleDocs operates through Readdle Storage, the 512MB, free online
file storage. This allows to the software to support many important
business functions such as working with emails and transferring files
to iPhone without WI-FI, using EDGE or 3G. Business people can save
attachments they got in the Mail or send files stored in ReaddleDocs
to their colleagues and partners.
ReaddleDocs' built-in viewer supports PDF and Microsoft Office files
made with Word, Excel and PowerPoint. To read documents created using
software like MS Project, MS Visio or OmniGraffle you can print them
as PDF files and copy to ReaddleDocs.
For individuals who use their devices to read books ReaddleDocs
offers variety of book formats. TXT,...
Web Help Desk update adds rule-based voting, enhanced user
MacsDesign Studio has updated its flagship
service management solution, Web Help Desk
(http://www.webhelpdesk.com/help-desk-software/web-based-helpdesk.html),
to version 9.0. The upgrade adds rules-based
voting and approval process for change requests,
an extensible plug-in architecture for third
party asset management tools, and an AJAX
enhanced user interface.
According to Jonathan Lew, president of
MacsDesign Studio, the latest version of the Web
Help Desk software delivers numerous new
productivity features, including:
° Change management control: automated and
dynamic rules-based approval workflow to track
and manage change request submissions and
approval voting.
° Asset discovery data imports: scheduled imports
of asset discovery data, providing technicians
with the most up-to-data hardware and software
information related to the service desk request
at-hand.
° Mac and PC remote control: you can trigger Mac
and Windows remote control sessions directly from
strategically located...
Funtastic Photos a new Mac compatible photo editor
Ohanaware, a new company specializing in photo software products, has
released Funtastic Photos
(http://www.ohanaware.com/funtasticphotos/), a non-destructive and
fully reversible photo editor. With it , photos aren't permanently
changed; they can be changed, changed again, undone, changed and then
"rewound" to their original state.
Advanced controls are available in Funtastic Photos, allowing custom
editing or tweaking of the photo. All the advanced controls are
consolidated into a single place. During each photo editing session
Funtastic Photos provides unlimited undos and redos. Settings can be
transferred between photos using copy & paste and/or shared with
family and friends as a custom "1-Click Style."
From a toolbar button, a photo can be sent via "fun card," email,
posted to photo sharing sites (such as Facebook, Flickr, MobileMe,
Picasa Web Albums, etc.), added to iPhoto, set as the desktop
picture, transferred to a cell phone or even into the current iChat
conversation...
MediaSilo adds direct FTP video upload
MediaSilo (http://www.mediasilo.com), an online video management and
collaboration leader, has eliminated browser-based upload limitations
with an integrated FTP solution. The new feature allows video file
upload without regard to file size, says CEO Kai Pradel.
The new upload feature integrates FTP and removes the limitations of
a browser upload, he adds. MediaSilo's suite of online video tools
includes its signature collaboration toolset, content management and
web broadcast channels. The integrated FTP upload feature maximizes
workflow in each of these three key components of the product with a
simple user interface, Pradel says. Dependent on workflow, users are
now able to output content from the desktop as well. MediaSilo has
FTP integration for Compressor and Sorensen.
Also, the company recently announced a new pricing structure offering
limited free service and an unlimited storage and bandwidth solution
for US$99 a month.
Control unattended computers remotely with TeamViewer Host Module
TeamViewer (http://www.teamviewer.com ), a provider of solutions for
online communication and collaboration, now offers a Host Module
enabling the control of unattended remote computers. It connects two
computers, without manual confirmation of the unattended computer,
while maintaining the highest security standards.
TeamViewer solutions work via Internet, creating a secure connection
between two computers located anywhere in the world. Downloading the
Host Module generates an ID number and prompts the user to set a
password, both of which will be used to access the host computer.
Then a unique connection is established, and runs permanently in the
background of the host computer. To access the host computer, users
simply enter the host ID number and password as the partner details
on their TeamViewer session.
With the Host Module function, and with all TeamViewer sessions,
remote reboot is now possible. This allows users to update software
or servers on a distant computer without...
FMPug.TV offers live broadcast of FMTouch
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.
FMTouch supports multiple databases. Imagine having your contacts
database, your inventory database, all with you on your iPhone. You
can access your data anywhere and never have to worry about internet
connections. While everyone else is suffering from the "no bars"
crisis, you can be the hero by having all of your FileMaker data
running locally on your iPhone. If you add, edit or delete records
from your FMTouch database, you can easily sync to your main
FileMaker database on your local or served file with our secure sync
plug-in. FMTouch works equally well on both Macintosh and Windows.
Come watch as Andy shows FMTouch from start to finish, soup to nuts -
including the innovative style guide written by FMPug to help you
design layouts that "fit" the iPhone or iPod Touch. You can also sign
in to join the online chat with Andy and the FMTouch...
CommuniGate Systems launches Mobile Unified Communications for
CommuniGate Systems has a new product that lets you transform the
iPhone 3G into a mega ARPU machine for broadband and mobile network
operators . Network Operators looking for solutions that attract the
lucrative business subscribers will be pleased to learn about the
simple yet powerful technology that enables Unified Communications
(UC) to be rapidly deployed without requiring equipment on the
premises.
CommuniGate Systems' Mobility Suite delivers native AirSync with full
Over the Air push e-mail, calendar and contact information with
advanced security features. Business Subscribers can always stay in
contact with the office no matter where they are. AirSync can simply
be snapped on by the admin without the need to install any software
on the iPhone. Network Operators can leverage the CommuniGate Pro UC
platform for a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution for the Small
to Medium Enterprise (SME) market.
There are two functions enabling the new iPhone 3G to synchronize
localized...
Cooliris releases a new Safari 3.1 version
Cooliris (http://www.cooliris.com/) has updated
its self-titled software to work with Safari 3.1.
With Cooliris, viewers can browse thousands of
images and videos in seconds.
Thelatest version of Cooliris 1.8 also features
some new additions to simplify our users' lives:
° Cooliris for Developers, which lets you enable
your web site for Cooliris. To learn more about
enabling sites and to explore our Developer
Forum, please visit:
http://developer.cooliris.com.
° Sharing: You can now interact more within
Cooliris by sharing the content you find in
Cooliris with your friends. Just type in a
friend's email address and they'll be able to
receive and view your content (even if they
aren't Cooliris users).
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...
