Year: 2007

Markzware ships InDesign To QuarkXPress (ID2Q v3)

Markzware today announced it is shipping InDesign To QuarkXPress (ID2Q v3), the latest version of its XTension that converts Adobe InDesign files (v1.5 through 5.x) into QuarkXPress v6.x or 7.x documents with ease. The conversion result includes elements of the documents such as object positions, colors, fonts, text attributes, images, etc. ID2Q also converts cross-platform files. This release enables users to convert Adobe InDesign v5 (CS3) files into QuarkXPress documents, as well as having universal binary support for Intel-based Macs.

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OpenOSX releases Office 2.0

OpenOSX today announced the availability of OpenOSX Office 2, a ready-to-use solution for utilizing the open source “GNOME Office” software suite in Mac OS X. OpenOSX Office 2 offers users a wealth of productivity programs all contained in a single, standalone application.

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AP: ‘Unauthorized IPhones on Sale in China’

According to a report on AP today, the Apple iPhone is available from some retailers in China. “The iPhone can be bought in China, even though Apple Inc. isn’t selling it there and the gadget doesn’t function properly despite costing twice as much as in the United States.

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Bin-it 1.4 update adds Dock menu, more

Fastforward Software today released Bin-it 1.4, a free update to the desktop trash can utility for Mac OS X. The update adds a Dock menu, eject symbol and an optional item badge. Bin-it provides quick and easy access to the Mac OS X Trash. It includes a floating trash can on your desktop (instead of the Trash being hidden in the Dock), a Trash Level Display and many adjustable options for trash themes, sounds, sizes, opacity and more.

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The Sims 2 Happy Holiday Stuff starts shipping

Aspyr Media today announced The Sims 2 Happy Holiday Stuff has begun shipping to retail stores in North America for Mac. “Spice up your Sims’ holidays with this updated collection of seasonal items, outfits, and décor. Deck their homes with traditional décor items from around the globe including mistletoe, reindeer lawn ornaments, and an all-new European-style Father Christmas. Indulge your Sims this season with this collection of 60 items of festive fun!” Requires The Sims 2.

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