The Apple Developer Connection has published an article about Chronos’ switch to Cocoa and the ease in which it made its software ready for the upcoming Intel-based Macs. “Chronos rewrote their award-winning notes application StickyBrain in Cocoa and using the Xcode Tools, in order to take full advantage of the features available on Mac OS X Tiger.
Read MoreThinkFree today announced the release of ThinkFree Office 3, a cross-platform office suite offering compatibility with Microsoft Office. The software suite features a Microsoft-like user interface, critical feature support, and interoperation with existing Microsoft Office files. ThinkFree Office 3 requires Mac OS X 10.3 and carries a suggested retail price US$49.95 and will be available in nationwide retail later this summer.
Read MoreMicrosoft today released Virtual PC 7.0.2, a free update designed to ensure compatibility with Mac OS 10.4 and correct issues identified during final testing after Tiger became available. Specifically, the update provides fixes for Virtual Switch, Zero Configuration Printing and the Dock Start Menu.
Read MoreFidelity Media today announced the release of MegaSeg 3.1.3, a free update to its professional DJ music mixing and automation software. The new version is recommended for all users and offers fixes for Discrete Output Mode and the Mixer, better playback of MP3 files encoded by “unknown” encoders, fixes a bug when importing iTunes playlists, and 20 other improvements. MegaSeg requires Mac OS X 10.2 or later and is priced at US$199, with upgrades for users of older versions $69.
Read MoreInsider Software today announced that it partnering with Adobe Systems and Kapra Consultants to host a free font management seminar at the Adobe Systems Market Center in New York City. Mac OS X Bible author, Samuel A. Litt, will discuss best practices for font management in Mac OS X, including Tiger. The presentation, entitled “Wrestling Your Fonts Into Submission,” will focus on font problems in Mac OS X and how to eliminate them.
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