Apple has released two new software updates, one for iTunes (6.0.5) and another for iPods (iPod Updater 2006-06-28). iTunes 6.0.5 just enables the syncing of Nike+iPod workout data to nikeplus.com. The iPod Updater includes new iPod software 1.1.2 for iPod, new iPod Software 1.2 for iPod nano, and new iPod Software 1.1.4 for iPod shuffle. This also several bug fixes and support for Nike + iPod support.
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Apple has released the latest Tiger update, Mac OS X 10.4.7 which includes many small changes and fixes ranging from AFP networking issues to various syncing changes. The more detailed update page lists many fixes with specific Apple and third party applications including Mail, iChat, iSync, the Finder, Adobe’s CS2, network cards from Sierra, additional networking issues, Apple’s Xsan, and more.
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OmniOutliner is a great tool for organizing your thoughts and your notes. If you’re a Getting Things Done fan/practitioner, OmniOutliner with Kinkless GTD (free) is a great combo. OmniGroup and productivity website 43Folders have teamed up for a great offer. From now through June 30th, when you buy OmniOutliner from the OmniGroup site, use the checkout code “43FOLDERS” to receive a 25% discount on all versions of OmniOutliner.
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If you have iLife 2006, the download the latest iPhoto 6.04 update. This new 35MB update adds a variety of new Greeting Card and Postcard themes for use with Apple print services, including invite and thank you card designs for summer parties, weddings, birthdays, etc. The update is also available via your Mac’s Software Update.
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Apple has released the Universal version of its compositing software, Shake 4.1. Shake 4.1 delivers significant performance gains on the new Intel-based Macs, including the Mac mini, iMac, MacBook Pro and MacBook. inal Cut Studio editors can now take advantage of Shake for sophisticated 3D compositing, keying, image tracking and stabilization. The price of Shake has also been reduced, all the way from US$2,999 to just $499. Shake version 3 previously cost $4950.
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Here’s a positive review of the Apple MacBook, from San Antonio Express-News. Columnist Paul Vaughn is impressed with the new iBook replacement/low-end Apple Mac portable. He says that the MacBook “may be the perfect computer” for many users. The verdict :
“Apple’s new MacBooks are sure to be hot items due to their modern capabilities, competitive price points and thoughtful features.”
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Most of the late-model PowerPC-based Macs included Bluetooth as a standard feature. If you have one of those, then download Bluetooth Firmware Update 1.2.1 from Apple. The update improves Bluetooth performance and reliability issues. The update weighs in at 1.4MB, and you need Mac OS X 10.4.6.
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Microsoft has released the Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac 11.2.4 Update, the latest version of the company’s productivity software suite. This update fixes vulnerabilities in Office 2004 for Mac that an attacker can use to overwrite the contents of your computer’s memory with malicious code. This update also fixes issues in Microsoft PowerPoint 2004 and Entourage 2004, and it includes all of the improvements released in all previous Office 2004 updates.
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Google’s 3D design software, Sketchup, is finally available for the Mac. The free version of Sketchup (v5.026, 22.5MB) allows you to create 3D models of houses, sheds, decks, home additions, woodworking projects – even space ships.
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In another sign of impending doomsday, college kids are choosing iPods over beer. What are those kids drinking – Kool Aid? In a study done by Student Monitor, 73% of students surveyed said iPods were “in” – more than any other item in a list that also included text messaging, bar hopping and downloading music.
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