Chronos today announced the release of StickyBrain 3.1, a free update to its popular note manager for Mac OS X. Version 3.1 brings Palm handheld synchronization in addition to its iPod synchronization. StickyBrain 3.1 also adds 14 new features and over 30 enhancements, bug fixes, installer improvements, and performance increases. StickyBrain sells for US$39.99.
Read MoreTidBITS Electronic Publishing has announced the release of “Take Control of Recording with GarageBand” (US$10) by Seattle musician Jeff Tolbert. “Jeff helps readers get the most out of their gear (or buy appropriate new gear) while explaining how to plan a recording session, how to record with Software Instruments or Real Instruments, the best way to rerecord if necessary, and how to apply effects like a pro.
Read MoreAltec Lansing has introduced the inMotion iM3 Black, a limited edition version of its iM3 portable speaker system designed specifically to match Apple’s U2 iPod. Like the original white inMotion iM3, the black model features a built-in iPod docking station for charging and syncing, and four full-range micro drivers and “MaxxBass” technology that simulates a subwoofer. The system provides more than 24 hours worth of playback on four AA batteries, and comes with a black wireless remote control.
Read MoreThe Apple Developer Connection (ADC) has published a new technical article entitled “Developing Dashboard Widgets.” This latest installment of the Tiger Developer Overview Series explains how Dashboard Widgets work and provides an introduction on how to develop them. “Dashboard provides a great new development environment. Widgets are easy and fast to create, and yet very powerful.
Read MoreApple today released iCal 1.5.5, an update to its popular calendar application. Version 1.5.5 includes improvements in iSync synchronization on Macs running Mac OS X v10.2 (Jaguar). The update is available via the Mac OS X Software Update preference pane. Last month, Apple released iCal 1.5.4, which includes security enhancements to help protect your Mac when importing events with alarms that open files or applications.
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