Year: 2010

User convenience the focus for Apple on upcoming OS updates

The recent Apple patent for “scrollable menus and toolbars” indicates that Apple will continue to add similar features to iOS and Mac OS X. As I’ve said before, I think eventually there will only be one operating system, Apple OS, in computer and mobile versions.

The patent in question also shows further evolution of the Mac OS X Finder with the replacement of hierarchical computer menus by a scrollable window, in which functions would be more clearly displayed and navigated by gestures. Those gestures on a Mac would be made on a laptop trackpad, Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad.

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LinkOptimizer for InDesign updated to version 4.4.9

Zevrix Solutions (http://zevrix.com) has released LinkOptimizer 4.4.9, an update of its workflow automation solution for Adobe InDesign. It’s a maintenance update that improves relinking and image conversion accuracy and is recommended to all LinkOptimizer users.

LinkOptimizer lets you reduce InDesign job size and speed up processing by eliminating excess image data and performing essential image adjustments.

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LaCie announces Starck Mobile USB

LaCie (http://www.lacie.com) has announced the latest addition to its USB 3.0 portfolio, bringing the interface to the design of Philippe Starck with the LaCie Starck Mobile USB 3.0. Remember, however, that Apple doesn’t support USB 3.0 yet, so such devices will run on Macs at USB 2.0 speeds.

The LaCie Starck Mobile USB 3.0 comes with LaCie Setup Assistant software to install your drive on Mac and PC. It also includes LaCie Backup Assistant for automatic backup a snap. In addition, you get 10GB of Wuala Online Storage included for one year to store, share and sync your data online.

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Disc Cover gets 140 new temples, more, in version 3

BeLight Software has updated Disc Cover (http://www.belightsoft.com/products/disccover/overview.php) – its Mac OS X software for designing CD/DVD labels, covers, inserts, jewel cases and more — to version 3.0. The upgrade features 140 new templates, 30 artistic collages, support for multi-page booklets, a completely redesigned Assistant, lyrics and video frames import, adds vertical text tool, and more.

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