Default Folder X, Metro

• MMColor 1.5 ($35) is a utility allowing FileMaker users to add color elements via container fields that are set to a desired color. Version 1.4 adds support for Intel-based Macs as a Universal Binary, a switch to PNG image format to allow transparency as well as custom image sizes, and a new color picking utility. MMColor requires Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later and File Maker 7.x or 8.x. [Download - 3.4MB]


• SyncBridge 1.0b (free) is a networked multi-user iCal synchronization tool that enables users to share and edit calendars with family and friends. SyncBridge uses the Sync Services API found in Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger to sync calendars with the SyncBridge central server. Users must sign up with the SyncBridge network to use the service, which is currently free, but the company plans to charge for use after the first month. SyncBridge 1.0b requires Mac OS X 10.4.3 or later. [Download - Form]


• Default Folder X 3.0.1 ($15) is a plug-in for any OS X native application that adds a side toolbar for any save dialog; allowing users to access favorite locations and several other commands. This release fixes bugs with carbon applications that would crash if large folders were accessed on multiple processor PowerPC Macs, improved window dragging, and added enhanced support for spotlight. Version 3.0.1 is free to only 3.0 owners and requires Mac OS X 10.3 or later. [Download - 5.0MB]


• iTunes Catalog 2.1 ($25) creates interactive Web catalogues of an iTunes music library that allows other users to view, browse, and listen to the catalog. Version 2.1 adds improved FTP support, enhanced publishing control, and a new mimicked iTunes interface. iTunes Catalog is a Universal Binary offering native support for Intel-based Macs, and requires Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later. [Download - 2.4MB]


• Metro Newspaper Downloader 1.9 (free) is an automator action that automatically downloads and opens the free Metro newspaper of cities and countries. The latest iteration of the software includes workflows for 70 Metro newspapers around the world, as well as new FTP locations to pick the newspapers from. Metro Newspaper Downloader 1.9 requires Mac OS X 10.4 or later. [Download - 812KB]


• Picture Framer 1.0 ($0-5) is a widget to display pictures in Apple's dashboard. Users can select photos from iPhoto, PhotoBooth, or any other source to display in any of the 10 frames included. The deluxe version offers slideshow functionality for all frames included. System requirements were not available. [Download - 3.1MB]

by MacNN Staff