Year: 2005

Speed Download 3 gets performance boost

Posted by | Mar 2, 2005 | |

Yazsoft has released Speed Download 3, a major update to its download manager for Mac OS X. Speed Download 3 has been rewritten using Apple Xcode 1.5 for better performance. Version 3 also features: redesigned interface; redesigned Speed Download plug-in architecture; compatibility improvements; the ability to turn Speed Download On and off; support for files over 4GB in size; support macgamefiles.com and audible.com; and more. Speed Download 3 sells for US$20. Version 3 is free for registered SD 2 users.

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Panic, iPodlounge, MacPlay on YML

Posted by | Mar 2, 2005 | |

Your Mac Life, an Internet-based Mac radio show hosted by Shawn King, has announced the lineup for this evening’s broadcast (8:30-11:00 p.m. ET). Tonight Shawn will talk to Panic Software co-Founder Cabel Sasser, who will talk about the company, the latest version of Transmit, and how Panic almost became part of Apple. The show will also feature an iPod news roundup from Larry Angell of iPodlounge (and MacMinute).

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TechRestore announces flat-rate LCD screen replacement program

Posted by | Mar 2, 2005 | |

TechRestore today announced that they have started offering a flat-rate LCD screen repair service for PowerBook and iBook laptops. The new service provides a “fast and hassle-free method for PowerBook and iBook owners that experience a screen failure due to mechanical issues or accidental damage.” The repair service pricing starts at US$399 for iBooks and $499 for G4 PowerBooks, which includes all overnight shipping charges, repair parts and installation.

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Disclabel 2.3 adds new template pack

Posted by | Mar 2, 2005 | |

SmileOnMyMac has announced Disclabel 2.3, the latest release of the utility for creating labels for CDs, DVDs, and more. Version 2.3 adds a professionally-designed, music-themed, for-purchase (US$14.95) template pack, as well as support for text kerning, Epson R320 direct-to-CD printers, CMYK images, and more. Disclabel sells for US$29.95 and requires Mac OS X 10.2.5 or later.

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