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DigiDNA has released iMazing Mini (https://imazing.com), an update to their free macOS utility designed to automatically backup iOS devices over any local Wi-Fi network. The app offers users the ability to backup their iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch whenever the device...

IK Multimedia has previewed MODO DRUM, its first physical modeling drum virtual instrument.  A sequel to IK's MODO BASS software, it offers 10 customizable, virtual drum kits with real-time access to every parameter of each drum (kick, snares and toms) — from size and...

Serif has launched its Mac publishing software, Affinity Publisher with StudioLink technology, which  means owners of its vector design app Affinity Designer and image editor Affinity Photo can use them right there in an Affinity Publisher layout, simply by clicking...

Apple has announced the completion of a major expansion of its Apple authorized service network. With nearly 1,000 Best Buy stores across the U.S. now providing expert service and repairs for Apple products, customers have even easier and more convenient access to...

Pond5, a video marketplace, today announced the launch of its royalty-free Editorial collection, featuring footage from the worlds of current events, sports, and entertainment, plus a wealth of video from citizen journalists, who are able to capture unique footage in...

Mailbutler has introduced the free GIPHY extension (https://www.mailbutler.io/giphy/) for Apple Mail on macOS. It enables users to drop in GIFs — animated, looped video shorts — from the GIPHY library to emails without leaving their inbox. 

Quark Software says QuarkXPress, its graphic design software, is now available with monthly and yearly subscription pricing options through the Mac App Store.  Quark introduced QuarkXPress to the Mac App Store in 2018. The company says that the two subscription...

Red Giant has announced VFX Suite, a new suite of keying, tracking, cleanup and visual effects compositing tools, all right inside Adobe After Effects, part of Adobe Creative Cloud.  Comprised of nine tools in total, Red Giant VFX Suite offers a toolkit for realistic...

Ergonis Software has announced Typinator 9, a new version of their text expander for the Mac. It improves support for macOS. In particular, Typinator contains built-in helper applications that have now been updated to 64-bit, which is required on Mojave. Version 8.0...

Rising from negligible levels this year, the global market for microLED displays is expected to grow to 15.5 million units in 2026 as steep declines in manufacturing costs make the emerging technology suitable for the mass market, according to the recently released...

Apple has issued the second developer betas fo macOS 10.15, iOS 13, iPad OS 13, tvOS 13, and watchOS 6. Registered developers can download the betas via Apple’s developer portal (https://developer.apple.com/account/#/welcome). Or they can be downloaded over-the-air...

Qoppa Software has announced version 2019 of PDF Studio (https://www.qoppa.com/pdfstudio/), the PDF Editor for macOS.  This new version delivers integration with Docusign and Cloud Storage Services to help users manage, store and sign electronic documents, as well as...

IK Multimedia has released UNO Drum, the newest member of its UNO series. Designed in collaboration with Italian analog specialist Soundmachines, it offers a sonic palette combining analog sounds with digital flexibility. A selection of programming and live...

Zevrix Solutions has released BatchOutput PDF 2.2.38, a maintenance update to company's PDF printing automation solution for macOS.  The software lets users to process PDF files from hot folders. The app saves users the time and effort of printing PDF files manually....

VPN provider Surfshark (www.surfshark.com) has unleashed Surfshark 1.3.3, an update to their VPN privacy app for macOS. The app's CleanWeb feature secures Mac devices from phishing attacks, malware, block trackers, and ads. Surfshark uses the advanced IKEv2 security...

Apple released a new version of Logic Pro X, its professional music production software, with performance updates for all users and optimizations that take advantage of the power of the all-new Mac Pro.  Making full use of the Mac Pro hardware, Logic Pro X 10.4.5 will...

Econ Technologies has rolled out ChronoSync Express 1.3.1, an update to their entry level version of ChronoSync for macOS. The app provides the basic file synchronization, backup and scheduling capabilities found in ChronoSync but at a more affordable price ($24.99)....

MaBaSoft has announced Application Wizard 4.0 (https://www.mabasoft.net/products/applicationWizard/), an update to their menu-based application launcher, quitter, and switcher for macOS.  With Application Wizard users can open and quit applications, switch between...

Apple Xinyi A13 will open Saturday in Taipei’s Xinyi district. At Apple’s latest store in Taiwan, customers can explore the company’s full line of products and tech technical advice and support. For the first time, Apple will host artist-led Today at Apple sessions in...

IK Multimedia has released the T-RackS Tape Machine Collection for its T-RackS mixing and mastering software workstation.  This new collection of plug-ins recreates the iconic sound and character of four classic tape recording machines from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s:...

Sonnet Technologies has announced the $999 xMac mini Server Thunderbolt 3 Edition, an updated version of its Thunderbolt-to-PCIe card expansion system and rackmount enclosure designed exclusively for Apple Mac mini computers.  Inside its custom 1U enclosure — designed...

2Hz, a developer of voice and audio technologies and applications, says its Krisp noise cancellation and voice enhancement application is now available for macOS and Windows systems. The AI-powered Krisp removes background noises and adapts to each person's voice. It...

Escape Motions has released Flame Painter 4, an update of the software that allows you to paint and enhance designs and photographs with life-like organic brushes. New features include: ° New particle systems for creating an unlimited spectrum of particle brushes,...

Apple has posted four new developer betas: the fourth one of iOS 12.4, the third one of tvOS 12.4, the third one of watchOS 5.3, and the second one of macOS 10.14.6. Registered developers can download the betas via Apple’s developer portal...

CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2019 is the latest edition of Corel’s comprehensive graphics suite designed to maximize technical illustration and drafting workflows.  With it, you can make precise illustrations, including assembly instructions and complex schematics from...

Apple has released iOS 12.3.2 for the iPhone 8 Plus. It fixes issues with the phon’e Portrait mode feature. The update addresses an issue that caused the Camera app to capture Portrait mode photos without a depth effect on the iPhone 8 Plus. To install it, go to the...

Cisdem has updated Duplicate Finder Mac to version 4.6.0.  It’s a utility tool that can detect and delete duplicates from external and internal hard drives to free up the space. The new version adds an improved user interface and faster speed. Duplicate Finder Mac...

Zevrix Solutions has rolled out Graphic Inspector 2.4.3, a maintenance update to the company's quality control solution for images and vector graphics files. Graphic Inspector can locate documents with specific attributes such as resolution, color, spot channels,...

Microspot has released MacDraft 7 64 bit, an update that’s been rewritten from the ground up with new features and improvements including a completely new interface, tool enhancements, new text system, 64-bit compatibility and much more.  The new interface is built...