TwelveSouth (http://www.twelvesouth.com) has introduced the
SurfacePad, a soft, thin layer of leather that dresses up and
protects the keyboard deck/wrist rest area of MacBook Pro from
scratches, dirt and discoloration. It’s available in smooth and
pattern styles for the 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro.
EyeTV 3 users can now stream live television over a 3G connection to
an iPhone. With Elgato’s new EyeTV Live3G web app, you can watch live
TV and EyeTV recordings anywhere.
The web app connects your iPhone to your Mac at home. It uses HTTP
Live Streaming technology to deliver video streams without
sacrificing battery life, according to the folks at Elgato.
BeLight Software (http://www.belightsoft.com) has released Live
Interior 3D 2.3, an update to its interior design software for Mac OS
X that lets users create house, office and apartment interiors with
3D walk-throughs. Version 2.3 adds the ability to construct and work
with roofs, acquires over 200 roofing materials, presents a new
walkthrough tool, and more.
Live Interior 3D is normally available in Standard (US$49.95) and Pro
($129.95) editions. However, BeLight Software has announced a 30%
discount on Live Interior 3D Pro and Standard. From now until Dec.
Booq (http://www.booqbags.com/) has released the US$149.95 Mamba
shift case for laptops. Its exterior peels open to reveal a padded
interior. The Mamba shift also has side pockets and quickly
accessible compartments.
It’s designed with YKK zippers and side compartments, the cool black
Mamba shift is perfect for storing items you routinely need while on
the move.
DAZ 3D (http://www.daz3D.com) and Gizmoz (http://www.gizmoz.com) have
announced a merger that “will create the foremost online marketplace
for high-quality and inter-compatible digital characters and
accessories,” according to Eyal Gever, president of the merged
company and CEO and founder of Gizmoz.
With the largest community of active digital character artists, the
merged company will allow users to experience personalized digital
goods and identities across any platform, he adds.