News Archive for 00/04/28

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Adobe release AdobePS 8.7

04/28, 4:59pm

Adobe release AdobePS 8.7

Adobe latest PostScript printer driver, AdobePS 8.7, for PostScript Level 1, 2 or 3 compatible printers offers support for USB-equipped PostScript printers, OpenType fonts using ATM v4.6 (which has not been released yet), and support for a Transverse option for printers that support custom page sizes. (Other International versions are available on this page; note that the driver will overwrite older versions and will only run on Power Macs.)

WhatRoute adds support for NetGeo, more

04/28, 4:52pm

WhatRoute adds support for NetGeo, more

Bryan Christianson's excellent freeware Internet connection utility, WhatRoute 1.0b6, now supports Netgeo, the new domain to location database at netgeo.caida.org, a new world map, and a verbose logging option to NetGeo queries.

Blizzard to release Diablo 2 in 2000 Q3

04/28, 4:49pm

Blizzard to release Diablo 2 in 2000 Q3

Blizzard Entertainment announced the Mac version of Diablo II will be released in the third quarter, following the PC release in the first half of the year.

ExtremeZip 1.1.2 released, speed bumps + more

04/28, 4:46pm

ExtremeZip 1.1.2 released, speed bumps + more

Group Logic'sExtremeZIP 1.1.2 is an update to the program that enables Macintosh workstations to access files on a Window NT server. The update, available now, features enhancements to the software that streamline workflow and speed file transfer across a network and increased support for shared databases. There is an optional feature for better access to files across firewalls. List price for the Windows NT Server version running on Intel processors is $1,400 for unlimited Macintosh client log-ons and $1,000 for 10 Mac log-ons. The Alpha processor version is priced at $2,700 for unlimited Mac log-ons and $2,000 for 10 Mac log-ons.

Apple taking orders for iMovie, long wait tho

04/28, 4:43pm

Apple taking orders for iMovie, long wait tho

Greg Wilson said that Apple is taking "paper orders" for the iMovie CD, but that it will be at least six to eight weeks before shipping.

Apple taking orders for iMovie, long wait tho

04/28, 4:39pm

Apple taking orders for iMovie, long wait tho

Greg Wilson said that Apple is taking "paper orders" for the iMovie CD, but that it will be at least six to eight weeks before shipping.

Freei.net releases beta of ISP service app

04/28, 2:39pm

Freei.net releases beta of ISP service app

Kjell Stenberg noticed that Freei.net has posted a fourth beta of its ISP service software for the Macintosh.

"You've got a banner bar with ads, but it's reasonably fast and I never get the busy signal or have connection problems now with their new 2b4 release (v1.3, the current one sucks bigtime, but this new beta is holding up extremely well on my 604e 210Mhz Mac running OS 9.0.4). You can ... use IE or Netscape [and] use the Software Update Control Panel (that used to crash the computer w/ Freei.net)."

MacNN.com feature: MSFT breakup proposal

04/28, 1:17pm

MacNN.com feature: MSFT breakup proposal

We have a report on the Microsoft break-up proposal offered today by the federal government and 19 states, asking that the software giant Microsoft be split into two companies and be barred from reuniting the company for ten years.

Apple to give iMovie for other FireWire comps

04/28, 1:16pm

Apple to give iMovie for other FireWire comps

Apple today announced that it is now offering its consumer-level iMovie 1.0.2 software as a free download for PowerBook G3 and PowerMac G4 users. The 19 MB download does not include the tutorial, which is included with the CD and can be purchased for $20. There had previously been some controversy surrounding the fact that users of these high-end, FireWire-equipped Macs had to purchase expensive software solutions in order to gain the movie-making abilities that the company advertises. [updated]

[Bob Gore] "I can happily report that Apple's iMovie download works successfully with my Wallstreet PowerBook G3 + Ratoc FireWire card and my 7500, retro-fitted with a G3 CPU and FireWire PCI card. Both running the latest OS & FireWire versions. I'm pleased (and not a small bit surprised) that Apple has graciously accommodated even its older units in this fashion." [Phil Dokas] "I was a little upset that Apple decided not to make iMovie available for the PowerMac G3, seeing as how it's got FireWire too, so I decided to download it, just to try. Lo and behold it worked. It installed, launched and runs without a hitch on my B&W PowerMac G3/400. However, since I don't have a DV camera I can't try importing anything, but I doubt there's any problems there. I've imported images, and made audio tracks, the whole works without a hitch."

Yesterday @ MacNN.com

04/28, 1:15pm

Yesterday @ MacNN.com

Yesterday we featured a special report on Office 2001 for Macintosh, Earthlink's Virtual PC 3.03A, and Virtual Game Station 1.4.

Panic posts more faces for Audion

04/28, 12:34pm

Panic posts more faces for Audion

Panic has posted a new page of faces for Audion, a tool for playing audio that includes a CD player, an MP3 player and a network-audio player.

Vicomsoft updates SoftRouter to 6.6.2

04/28, 12:31pm

Vicomsoft updates SoftRouter to 6.6.2

Vicomsoft has posted SoftRouter 6.6.2 and Internet Gateway 6.6.2, which can now ping IP addresses before allocation from the inbuilt DHCP server. The Web caching server module now supports a host exclusion list for upstream proxy servers. Vicomsoft SurfDoubler 6.6.2 also provides improved DNS name resolution and improve reliability for large file transfers. Updates are free to 6.6 users.

SAS announces major upgrade for stats app JMP

04/28, 12:29pm

SAS announces major upgrade for stats app JMP

Karsten Wolf noticed that SAS Institute has announced JMP 4, "probably the best statistics package on the Mac." The update provides a totally rewritten package in C++ and a new data table and is due to ship in May.

Frank Martin releases FUNDimensions 3.1

04/28, 10:28am

Frank Martin releases FUNDimensions 3.1

Frank Martin has posted a preview of FUNDimensions 3.1, an update to the fundraising software that adds new graphs for analysis of individual donor interests and better handling of memorial and in-the-name-of gifts. The update is free for version 3.0 users.

CPER honors Apple

04/28, 9:53am

CPER honors Apple

The California Public Employeesí Retirement System is honoring Apple for "positive and courageous contributions in corporate governance" with its CalPERS Corporate Governance Award of Courage. Other winners were the board of directors at Texas Instruments, Tim Warner's chairman and CEO Gerald M. Levin and retiring General Motor's director John G. Smale.

Apple France offers = 5% discount at Store

04/28, 9:39am

Apple France offers = 5% discount at Store

Apple France has launched a new Apple Store for Education. The store offers discounts of roughly 5% off hardware to students and teachers.

Infowave announced StyleScript 5.0

04/28, 9:29am

Infowave announced StyleScript 5.0

Infowave yesterday announced StyleScript 5.0, a new version of the company's $100 PostScript 3 upgrade for inkjet printers, which will ship in May. The software enables non-PostScript printers to print PostScript graphics and fonts crisply and clearly at any size or orientation. The new version adds support for Espon's Stylus Color 740, 760, 860, 900, and 1160 printers, as well as the HP 1120c. ColorSync profiles are included for accurate RGB to CMYK color matching.

Hitachi-Koki bring PPC to copiers/printers

04/28, 9:21am

Hitachi-Koki bring PPC to copiers/printers

Hitachi Koki Imaging Solutions is previewing Everest, an Internet-powered controller technology for digital copiers and printers, at the Business Technology Association's show in Las Vegas. The 200 MHz PowerPC-based Everest controller is being used in the company's i-copier and i-printer. In addition to accessing the printers and copiers remotely, users can also troubleshoot remotely via the Internet. Everest also includes 128 MB of memory standard; a 9 GB hard disk;10/100 Base-T Ethernet; and support for Adobe PostScript 3, PCL 5e and PCL 6. The controller supports multiplatform networks, including Mac OS, Windows NT, Novell and UNIX.

Online watermarks by MarcStation announced

04/28, 9:18am

Online watermarks by MarcStation announced

Digimarc and Creativepro.com have partnered to launch MarcStation, a free digital watermarking e-Service for Creativepro.com members. Users embed their digital images with their unique Digimarc ID that links to information, such as copyright ownership, usage restrictions and licensing instructions. The watermark stays with the image wherever it travels.

Today's hot MacNN.com forums

04/28, 9:17am

Today's hot MacNN.com forums

In today's Forums area, readers have questions about using Photo Mode on a camcorder, live DV Web casts, Sony ICD-R100 connection options, DSL speeds, whether AirPort can be disconnected by a network command and receipt notification in Outlook Express; and problems with Flash animation playback in QuickTime, Outlook Express error log window, ColorSync not recognizing profiles, Spaceward Ho! slowdowns, a Hotline server setup, an iBook that won't recognize burned CDs and an HP 970 that doesn't work.

Optigold ISP 2.1.4

04/28, 8:21am

Optigold ISP 2.1.4

Optigold ISP 2.1.4 is an update to the cross-platform software package that can run all business aspects of an internet service provider, from billing to server management. The update removes support for legacy 'Livingston Usage' files, and allows domains and emails to be viewed via tech web interface

FreeAmp status

04/28, 8:20am

FreeAmp status

Patrick Kelleher reports that FreeAmp.org has updated the status on the port of a Mac version of FreeAmp 3.0. The main page now reports that Mac users can "expect a demo version soon."

ORB Tools 1.4.2b1

04/28, 8:20am

ORB Tools 1.4.2b1

Castlewood has posted ORB Tools 1.4.2b1, a new, beta version of the company's utility that contains drivers and formatting software for its 2.2 GB removable storage drive.

LiveMotion special pricing

04/28, 8:20am

LiveMotion special pricing

The special $130 pricing on Adobe's unreleased LiveMotion that FlashKiller was featuring is no longer available. The site instead has details on purchasing a copy for $270, still a significant discount from the product's $400 suggested retail price tag.

Dr. Bott ships new "flavoured" USB keyboard

04/28, 6:17am

Dr. Bott ships new "flavoured" USB keyboard

Dr. Bott is now shipping extended USB keyboards in all six iMac colors. The Macsense keyboards feature a two-tone design, built-in USB ports on each end, 5' USB cable, and carry a $50 price tag.