Author: dsellers

FileMaker, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Apple, has released the FileMaker 16 Platform (http://www.filemaker.com/r/16), the latest version of its custom app platform that includes everything needed to create, share, and run custom apps for business teams. 

The FileMaker 16 Platform packs “powerful, sophisticated new features that help teams solve business problems quickly and easily,” says Ann Monroe, vice president of worldwide marketing, FileMaker, Inc. These enhancements allow users to create great apps that work across iPad, iPhone, Windows, Mac and the web, she adds.

Daniel Alm has launched Timing 2, an update to his time tracking application for macOS. It records how much time the user has spent on apps, documents and websites.

This data can then be used to analyze one’s productivity, essential for billing hours. Version 2.0 introduces a completely new interface, automatic productivity score estimation, and the ability to automatically detect blocks of time that belong together, for even more accurate time sheets.

Urban Armor Gear (www.urbanarmorgear.com) has announced its latest Metropolis Series case for Apple’s new iPad.

Engineered to provide maximum protection with minimal weight, UAG’s Metropolis Series case features 360-degrees of coverage with a folio smart cover that doubles as a stand, and fuses an impact-resistant soft core with durable corner bumpers for complete drop and shock protection. UAG’s design allows full access to the touchscreen and volume buttons, with oversized ports for compatibility with third party charging and headphone cables.

ProtectStar (https://www.protectstar.com) has introduced Camera Guard Professional 2017, a new safety software product for macOS.

The app is designed to ensure that no hacker, spy or malware can observe you or listen in on you, according to Chris Bohn, CEO of ProtectStar. With a single click, not only the camera, but also the microphone will be completely protected, he adds.

Camera Guard Professional 2017 requires macOS 10.11 or higher. It’s available in a free version and a $29 pro version. The former offers protection of the webcam; the latter adds protection of the microphone.

Ergonis Software (www.ergonis.comc) is celebrating its 15th anniversary combined with the 30th anniversary of PopChar, offering huge savings for a limited time.

PopChar X is the company’s macOS compatible tool for finding and inserting special characters and exploring fonts. In celebration of these anniversaries, customers can save 45% off the regular price when ordering a license for PopChar, Typinator, or KeyCue before May 24.