ZappTek has released iSpeak It 2.1, an update to its software that allows users to take any document or Web page and convert it into an MP3 or AAC track in iTunes using a Mac’s built-in text-to-speech capabilities. This release adds the downloading of directions, many improvements to Web feed and RSS processing, and fixes a number of reported issues. iSpeak It sells for US$14.95.
Read MoreFaber Acoustical Services and Technologies today announced the release of SignalSuite 2, the latest version of the company’s dual-channel real-time signal analyzer. This major upgrade adds a completely rewritten user interface, AppleScript support, new test signals such as MLS, support for saving test signals directly to a sound file, and numerous other improvements. SignalSuite 2 requires Mac OS X 10.3 or later and is priced at US$39 ($15 upgrade).
Read MoreTelestream today announced Flip4Mac MXF support for Apple’s Final Cut Pro HD video editing application. “The Flip4Mac MXF Import Component currently ingests media files from Sony XDCAM production systems into Final Cut Pro 5 for native IMX editing. With Flip4Mac MXF 1.0.2, Final Cut Pro HD users editing DV content will now benefit from the same file-based workflow,” the company notes. Flip4Mac is priced at US$495.00.
Read MoreBare Bones Software today announced new Academic Program Pricing for their award-winning BBEdit HTML and text editor and Mailsmith industrial-strength email client products. The Bare Bones Software Academic Program applies to students, faculty and staff of any accredited educational institution. BBEdit 8 is available to students and academic professionals for US$49 (suggested retail price is $199). Mailsmith 2 is available to students and academic professionals for $49 (suggested retail price is $99).
Read MoreMakeMusic today announced the release of Finale 2006, a major update to the company’s music notation software. This version features: “dramatically” improved music playback, new tools for teaching and learning music composition, and new professional controls. “Finale 2006 represents a revolution in the way students will learn composition and arranging,” stated John Paulson, MakeMusic President.
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