Info.xhead, SyncupX

• ($15) updates the personal database application, adding hidden fields, sorting options, application lock, adjustable field spacing, a password generator, and sync support for USB iPods. Info.xhead organizes personal data, stores it securely, and locates it quickly with Spotlight search functionality. The application securely stores all types of data, and offers .Mac integration. [Download - 662KB]


• Crossword Forge 4.5 ($50) updates the classroom crossword and word search puzzle generator, allowing users to create interactive crossword puzzles for use on the Web. Puzzles can be exported as PDF, image, or text, and can be printed out. The software features picture backdrops, a spell checker, and offers over a dozen built-in language sets. [Download - 3.8MB]


• SyncupX 1.5 ($20) is an easy-to-use backup application featuring an iSync-like interface, dynamic backup configuration using spotlight smart folders, and automation using iCal, Automator or shell scripts. The update includes an improved interface, extended logging, and an option to ignore files without read permissions. SyncupX 1.5 is available as a Universal Binary to provide compatibility with Apple's new Intel-basec Macs. [Download - 251KB]


• OnMyCommand 1.7 (free) is a UNIX CLI and AppleScript executor that allows users to build their own contextual menu items or GUI applications. Version 1.7 offers a complete GUI development environment for shell scripts and AppleScripts, as well as multi-level submenus in the contextual menu. Additional new features include support for adding or removing popup menu items at runtime, a configurable default filename for "Save as" dialog, and more. [Download - 4.4MB]


• High Priority 1.0 ($6) allows users to create, modify, remove, and view iCal To-Do items directly from the menu bar. The software offers the ability to use graphite or blue images, while labels can separate To-Do items. Selecting any item brings up a window allowing users to view and edit information, while a selected item with user-specified modifiers can be toggled or removed. [Download - 221KB]


• Pedia programs update ($39) for DVDpedia 2.3, Bookpedia 2.3, CDpedia 2.3, and Gamepedia 1.1. The Pedia programs are media inventory applications for Mac OS X, with internet search and iSight scanning abilities. The updates include improvements to the preference settings, the Web view, and the drag-and-drop feature to start a search. Additionally, Bookpedia and Gamepedia contain minor bug fixes.

by MacNN Staff