Jahshaka, Ulysses

• (free) is the world's first open-source realtime editing and effects system. Harnessing the power of OpenGL and OpenML to enhance performance, Jahshaka enables painting and design capability on moving video with music creation tools used by professionals. Version 2.0 is declared "stable" and will work in any format at any resolution. [Download - 14.1MB]


• Ulysses 1.2 (€100) is an editor for writers who work with large volumes of text. Texts are organized in a project, allowing the writer to focus less on piecing documents together and more on writing the content. Included in version 1.2 is a Spotlight plug-in for Tiger, a completely rewritten editor to work around a redraw bug, and more. [Download - 3.9MB]


• SyncupX 1.3 ($18) is a free update available as a universal binary. SyncupX performs an incremental backup on a set of source files and folders to a target volume or folder. This is the only application of its kind capable of backing up smart folders in Tiger. New features available in version 1.3 include new added presets, an automator action for improved scheduling and a bugfix concerning the scope of smart folders. [Download - 194KB]


• CoverBuddy 1.2 ($20) manages iTunes music collections based on cover art. CoverBuddy uses drag-and-drop support to simplify the process of adding artwork or album covers, and a built-in Amazon search feature automatically brings up cover art for specific albums. Display performance, improvements in compilation handling and detection of cover changes are included in version 1.2. [Download - 3.9MB]


• TinyBooks 3.0.1 ($50) is an ultra-simple accounting and bookkeeping program designed for home and small businesses. Designed with home businesses in mind, Tinybooks is a flexible, non-bloated single-entry application suitable for home use as well. New features include the ability to duplicate an existing item in the monthly expense/income windows, and an improved ability to personalize printed invoices. [Download - 225K]

by MacNN Staff