RadTech (http://www.radtech.us) has released the OtterBox Commuter
case for the iPhone. It incorporates three layers of impact-absorbing
materials. First, a self-adhering transparent film covers and
protects the touch screen.
Next, a firm silicone skin completely encases the iPhone’s housing.
Read MoreQuirky has released the Beamer (http://www.quirky.com/products/18),
an US$32 iPhone case with a built-in light. This light can function
both as a flash for your iPhone’s camera as well as a light to
brighten things up when necessary.
Beamer is a hard plastic, slim fitting case with a friction-fit,
two-piece design. Its base slides out for quick insertion of your
iPhone. You turn on the light by pressing the silicone button once
and the light will remain on for 10 seconds.
O’Reilly Media has released “Head First iPhone
Development”
(http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/9780596803544), a
US$44.99 book to help you learn to develop apps
for the iPhone. The 550-page book is written by
Dan and Tracey Pilone.
Cocktail 4.6 (Snow Leopard Edition), an update of the general purpose
utility for Mac OS X, has been released. This version adds ability to
clear data detectors and QuickLook caches, as well as several new
QuickTime X and Apple Mail settings.
Cocktail 4.6 (Snow Leopard Edition) requires Mac OS X/Mac OS X Server
10.6 and is tested for compatibility with Mac OS X/Mac OS X Server
10.6.0. It costs US$14.95 for a single user license. It’s a free
update for registered users of version 4.x. You can find it here:
http://cocktail.maintain.se
MetaCommunications (http://www.meta-comm.com) has launched the
new MetaCommunications Implementation Services and Support (ISS)
practice for its Workgroups 2010 customers. Workgroups 2010 is
compatible with Mac OS X 10.6 (“Snow Leopard”).
The new ISS practice provides an affordable annual program for
continuous consulting, analysis, implementation specification, and
training to help customers improve their processes and practices, and
maximize the benefits of their Workgroups 2010 implementation,
according to Robert Long, executive vice president of
MetaCommunications.