Year: 2010

ArtOptimizer for Illustrator adds CS5 support

Posted by | Jun 15, 2010 | , |

Zevrix (http://www.zevrix.com) has updated ArtOptimizer, its workflow automation solution for Adobe Illustrator, to version 2.5. The new version adds support for Creative Suite 5.

ArtOptimizer eliminates the excess image data of document links and performs image adjustments, reducing the size of an Illustrator job. In order to eliminate excess image data, the app automatically scales the images in Photoshop to match their dimensions in Illustrator, changes resolution according to the target resolution specified, and reimports images to Illustrator at 100%.

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Playback Media Server gets redesigned media management system

Posted by | Jun 15, 2010 | , |

Yazsoft has introduced Playback Media Server 1.6 (http://www.yazsoft.com/products/playback/information), an update of their zero configuration media server for Mac OS X 10.5 and higher. The upgrade sports a redesigned media management system.

Version 1.6 also improves Spotlight query performance. iTunes, iPhoto, and Aperture integration has been completely overhauled. The “playback_discovery” process has been eliminated. And version 1.6 adds support for Adobe Lightroom 3.

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WaterField Designs releases iPhone 4 Smart Case

WaterField Designs releases iPhone 4 Smart Case

Posted by | Jun 15, 2010 | |

WaterField Designs has announced the iPhone 4 Smart Case (http://www.sfbags.com/products/iphonesmartcase/iphonesmartcase.htm) with new colors and naturally tanned, distressed, leather sides. Pricing ranges from US$39 to $45.

Three carry-options include a svelte Slip style, a clip style for attaching to belts or other garments, and a Flap style for attaching to bag straps. The Smart Case comes in black, copper, pine, green, flame or pearl flavors.

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PowerBullet 2×2 works with iPads, iPods, iPhones

PowerBullet 2×2 works with iPads, iPods, iPhones

Posted by | Jun 15, 2010 | |

EZGear (http://www.ezGear.com) has announced the US$19.99 PowerBullet 2×2, which works with the iPad, as well as iPhones and iPods. It’s a combination wall charger, car charger. 

The device can be plugged into your wall socket, or to your car power socket. The back of the PowerBullet contains two USB ports. Using the USB cable that comes with your iPad, iPod, iPhone, or other MP3 Player, you can charge up to two devices at the same time. 

A red LED indicator lets you know it is on. The PowerBullet 2×2 confirms to standard USB power standards.
  

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