11/06, 7:05am
Epson PowerLite 450W, 460 projectors
Epson has introduced its latest line of ultra-short throw projectors, the PowerLite 450W and Epson PowerLite 460. Both projectors are designed for educational purposes and draw on 3LCD projection. Each device provides a microphone input that allows users to hook up a microphone to boost their voices over the integrated 10W speaker; it also has a built-in closed captioning decoder for presentations to the hard of hearing.
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11/04, 11:05pm
New APA and MLA reference styles now supported
Malkinware has launched v1.5 of its reference manager and research utility, Reference Tracker. The software enables users to track all citations and references within essays or books, while creating a reference list that can be accessed whenever necessary. The latest version features improved accuracy for the formatted reference list importer. Bug fixes also deal with changes to the “Page Numbers” fields not immediately being recorded, along with newspaper articles not formatting correctly within the APA style.
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11/03, 6:50pm
Company changing focus following layoffs
The One Laptop Per Child Association, the manufacturer behind the OLPC notebooks, has axed its plans to build a dual-screen XO device, according to an Xconomy interview with the group's founder and chairman, Nicholas Negroponte. The second generation notebook, originally announced in May of last year, has been scrapped as OLPC instead focuses on adapting the first-generation XO with updated internals.
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10/28, 3:40pm
Utility enables find-by-content functions
CTM Development has released FoxTrot Professional Search 2.5, an update to its find-by-content utility designed for legal, media, or enterprise users. The software provides options for searching through content such as PDFs, HTML, word processing files, e-mail, and other documents. Multiple categories of relevance-ranked results are presented on the interface.
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10/26, 9:40pm
Graphing app updated with slew of new functions
Gigawiz has released an update to its graphic application, Citrin. Version 2 adds a range of new features including an "X-zooming" tool that allows users to walk through hierarchies of data in both directions. The feature prevents the exclusion of data from being a visual effect, as the content is not sent through the visualization pipeline.
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10/23, 1:00pm
Further adds Snow Leopard support
Absoft has launched Pro Fortran 11 for the Mac. Version 11 includes both 32- and 64-bit compilers, allowing developers to design code for Mac, Windows and Linux using a single code source. Similarly present is support for OpenMP multi-core parallel programming standards when using Nehalem-era Xeon processors.
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10/19, 4:25pm
Improves computation speeds
KnowledgeMiner has released v2.0 of KnowledgeMiner (yX) for Excel, a data mining tool. The software scrutinizes Excel spreadsheets for patterns, highlighting trends in a more explicit fashion. It can also use data to generate predictions based on algorithms. Among the new features in v2.0 is support for 64-bit processing, which accelerates computations by scaling to the number of cores present on a Mac.
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10/15, 8:15pm
Ver6.8 improves web content interaction
InfoLogic has released MathMagic Personal Edition 6.8. The equation editor handles mathematical symbols using a simple interface designed to be easy to work with. It reads and writes expressions in LaTex and MathML, and works with any word processor or presentation software such as Pages, Word or Keynote.
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10/14, 5:00pm
Full-screen view gets improvements
Orbicule has released a major update to its microscopy software, Macnification 1.6. The tool allows scientists to organize, analyze and compare microscopic image captures. It utilizes Quick Look, Spotlight and QuickTime, and features a non-destructive workflow to protect original captures. New in v1.6 is full 64-bit support for use in Snow Leopard, and Grand Central Dispatch awareness to exploit all of the available processors on a given Mac.
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10/12, 1:00pm
To offer Snow Leopard, Final Cut training
IDG World Expo has announced that Macworld 2010 programming has already been completed, with all of the speaker slots and content locked down five months prior to the actual event. IDG also states that over 28,000 attendees have pre-registered, roughly two-thirds of the number that normally comes to the expo. This year will be the first in some time that Apple has not officially attended a Macworld.
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10/08, 6:55pm
Insight monitoring software now works with Mac
Faronics has released an update to its classroom management software for teachers, Insight 7.4. The software provides tools for monitoring a student’s computer, and allows instructors to control what applications can be opened, where students can go on the web, or to remotely access their systems. In the latest version support has been added for instructors to use the software from a Mac, along with additional internet controls for Internet Explorer 8 and Firefox.
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09/28, 12:15pm
May impact prevalence of Macs in schools
Apple has made major alterations to its educational licensing program, ones which could potentially raise the cost of Macs for schools. The company is said to be abandoning a previous volume licensing scheme, which allowed institutions to buy Mac OS X at costs of $39 to $59 per copy, depending the amount of licenses ordered. Instead, schools must now pay for annual license renewals.
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09/22, 7:55pm
Users can learn "Tom Sawyer," "Ordinary People"
Apple has added several new instructional lessons to its Garage Band software for musicians. Users now have access to several titles from the Canadian rock band Rush, including the 1981 hits "Tom Sawyer" and "Limelight" from the group's Moving Pictures album. Both artist lessons are provided by guitarist Alex Lifeson.
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09/18, 6:40pm
Iconfactory releases new icon sets, Mac guides
In brief: Several new royalty-free icon sets have been added to Iconfactory's collection. Each of the sets are geared towards web use and include a variety of image sizes. Meanwhile, Que Publishing has announced the release of four new Mac guide books. The books cover different topics that can be helpful for beginner and advanced Mac users alike.
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09/17, 2:10pm
Ver6.7 adds contextual menus, fixes spot color
InfoLogic has released an update to its equation editing suite for Adobe's InDesign and Quark's QuarkXPress, launching MathMagic Pro Edition 6.7. The software focuses on mathematical equations, both on quality and productivity, reading MS Equation editor and MathType equations. It can insert and edit equations in InDesign and QuarkXPress and also supports word processors, presentation and graphic software titles.
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09/17, 1:50pm
May be intended as competition for Snow Leopard
Microsoft has launched a new educational discount for Windows 7, aimed at college and university students. Eligible buyers can now order a copy of either Home Premium or Professional for just $30; the discount runs until January 3rd at 12AM CST. The homogenized Professional pricing is intended for people at schools with a "domain join" policy, where features like HomeGroup and Remote Media Streaming may become useful.
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09/17, 6:25am
Crossword Forge 6 update
Sol Robots has introduced a major upgrade to its classroom word search and crossword puzzle generator, Crossword Forge 6.0. The latest version delivers a new and improved algorithm, along with a puzzle mask editor and a word "suggester". Users now have the ability to construct super-dense puzzles in a variety of different styles, including the Newspaper look seen in professional publications. Additional new features offer customization capabilities for how the software engine should build a puzzle, such as altering the alignment of starter words, or whether or not to include islands in the puzzle.
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09/15, 6:55pm
webMathematica 3 adds expression language
Wolfram Computing has released webMathematica 3.0. The technology serves as a foundation for Wolfram|Alpha, the company's web-based computational engine. The update integrates the abilities of both Mathematica 6 and 7, adding an expression language and improved efficiency when calling Mathematica from web pages. Custom tags are also new, with a library of tags that can redirect flow as web pages are generated.
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08/31, 7:50pm
MW Snow Leopard sessions
IDG World Expo on Monday announced a wide range of Macworld 2010 conference sessions dedicated to the updated Snow Leopard operating system. The expo is set to host two full days of training related to Mac OS X, with content ranging from basic installation tips to 'power user' techniques.
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08/28, 3:20pm
MathMagic PE 6.5 released
InfoLogic has released MathMagic Personal Edition 6.5, with enhanced CMYK support, including spot color separations. The update also adds automatic installation of math symbol fonts and default preference settings. The equation editor has a new fixed height option in the fence alignment dialog, and new controls for nested horizontal bars and fences. Bugfixes address a variety of issues.
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08/27, 7:55pm
NeatReceipts sale, OS X
In Brief: Neat is running a promotion that drops the price of the portable NeatReceipts scanner down to $99. Softpress is currently offering a free copy of Snow Leopard for any customers purchasing the company's Freeway software, while MyService includes a free copy of the Mac upgrade with any MacBook hard drive upgrade. Meanwhile, Joe Kissel has released two new e-books that provide help for users upgrading to Snow Leopard and using the new operating system.
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08/26, 9:20pm
Iowa schools buy MacBooks
The Van Meter School District has bought all of its students new 15 inch MacBooks in an attempt to rid the district of textbooks and adopt a new digital education system, according to an ABC news clip. The school district is part of a growing trend in central Iowa that provides computers to all students in grades seven through twelve. The Van Meter School District was able to do this by utilizing the city's "one cent sales tax." Van Meter Superintendent, John Carver, said the school district plans to eliminate the necessity for textbooks within the next four years, switching the curriculum to and entirely online format.
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08/26, 4:45pm
Smart Notebook SE for Mac
Smart Technologies has announced a Mac version of its Smart Notebook SE software. Short for Student Edition, SE operates in tandem with the main Smart Notebook program, which in turn is used to create and deliver classroom lessons. Teachers have access to elements like themes, object animations and presentation-oriented pen tools.
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08/26, 2:35pm
EndNote X3 update ships
Thomson Reuters has released an update to its bibliography software, EndNote. The latest edition, X3, adds a variety of new referencing options and styles. Users can create multiple bibliographies within a single Word document, while references can be organized with both custom and smart groups. For chemistry journals, the software now allows composite styles that group citations by number and letter.
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08/24, 6:45pm
ScreenFlow update
Telestream has announced an update to its screen recording software, ScreenFlow. Version 2.0 adds a number of new features and capabilities, including the ability to directly publish screencasts to YouTube. The company also expanded the available editing tools, enabling users to adjust the speed of clips during the recording and editing process.
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08/24, 12:35pm
Apple political persuasion
Apple spent $390,000 in lobbying the US government during the second quarter of 2009, documents from the House of Representatives show. The sum is a $50,000 increase over the first quarter, and came despite slowing Mac and iPod sales. Apple's attempts to privately influence the government are recorded as connected to stimulus funding -- for educational technology, and increasing broadband penetration -- as well as a variety of environmental issues.
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08/23, 11:55pm
Oxford dictionaries ship
Paragon Software has launched several dictionaries for Mac OS X including the Concise Oxford English Dictionary, Eleventh Edition; the Concise Oxford Thesaurus; the Oxford Russian Dictionary; and the Oxford German Dictionary, Third Edition. Sound modules are provided for over 20,000 words, allowing users to hear pronunciations from English, Spanish, German, French and Italian native speakers.
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08/21, 5:15pm
My New Mac Snow Leopard
In brief: ThinkFree has released as new Mac application to help users sync their documents with an online storage account. The software is offered for free and allows users to upload files smaller than 10MB to a 1GB storage space. Izatt has announced a special 50% discount on its iPhone application, MileBug, that will run until August 26th. The promotion celebrates the application's one-year birthday on the App Store. Meanwhile, No Starch Press has released a new version of My New Mac with updated information regarding Snow Leopard.
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08/19, 3:55pm
Conjure 4.0.8 update
ConjureBunny has released a v4.0.8 update for its Conjure organizational tool. The software also creates flowcharts and similar mental diagrams. Features in v4.0.8 include projector-oriented enhancements to animations and screen contrast, along with a new Oval setting for boxes.
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08/14, 2:30pm
PCalc update
TLA Systems has released an update to its calculator application, PCalc. Version 3.5 brings the Mac variant up to speed with the company's iPhone app, with new tools such as a '2nd' key to show additional functions. Users can now perform calculations involving functions such as hyperbolic trig, hypotenuse, gamma, delta percentage, memory/stack clear and last x.
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08/13, 12:35pm
Two Apple tablet models?
A slew of details have emerged on Apple's rumored tablet device, according to an anonymous source. Claiming to have sat on meetings regarding the product, the source says that it will indeed use a 10-inch touchscreen, and in many respects resemble an oversized iPhone. This extends to the presence of a Home button, and a black resin backing.
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08/10, 9:30am
E-book co. comes to iPhone
Through a new application, a large publisher of educational e-books is making its library available on the iPhone and iPod touch. CourseSmart notes that over 7,000 titles should be now accessible, though only to anyone already paying desktop subscription costs. Book rentals typically last 180 days, and cost roughly 50 percent of a print edition's value.
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08/05, 3:35pm
KavaTunes, Curator
SkypeCap 3.1 ($50) is a tool for capturing and recording Skype video and audio. The application detects when Skype is active and then gives users the option to record audio and video or the software can be set up to automatically start and stop recording. Version 3.1 has added a new auto recording option along with the ability to auto check updates. [Download - 5.9MB]
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08/04, 3:55pm
Simgua 3.0 ships
Your Lingua has launched Simgua 3.0, updating the simulation and modeling software with macros, arrays and risk assessment. Based on open-source algorithms, the program allows users to simulate complex systems and represent results using visual models. The new macros in v3.0 allow users to design scripts both for analysis and automating repetitive tasks.
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08/03, 3:10pm
The Finger iPhone app
Pangea has released a new iPhone app, The Finger, used to manipulate a 3D hand into different signs. Notable is the presence of an animation editor, which can be used to automate motion between signs to create sign language. As necessary text can be translated into American Sign Language, for teaching or communication.
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07/24, 4:30pm
MathMagic 6.4 patch
InfoLogic has posted v6.4 of MathMagic, its equation editor. The app is divided into two main editions: Personal, which exports generalized output, and Pro, which includes plug-ins for either InDesign or QuarkXPress. The plug-ins are said to improve the quality of output, and speed up the insertion of equations into publishing documents.
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07/23, 6:50pm
Vocabulary Assistant ships
Sona has released its newest application, Vocabulary Assistant, which offers tools to help users learn various languages. The application features several activities including multiple choice, dictation, flash cards and slideshows. Vocabulary Assistant also provides example sentences and notes, designed to add context to difficult words. Images and sound clips are also displayed to aid the .
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07/14, 4:10pm
Geographic Imager 2.5
Avenza has announced an update to Geographic Imager, a Photoshop extension which handles geospatial content from sources such as satellites. Images can be imported, edited and exported using Photoshop, with special options for tasks like automatically tiling images, or geo-referencing them with ground control points. Version 2.5 adds support for DEM formats including USGS/CDED ASCII, and a collection of other standards including ECW, JPEG 2000 and military elevation data.
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07/13, 11:30pm
Ulysses 2 update
The Soulmen has released Ulysses 2.0, an update to the text editor for Macs, previously owned by the Blue Technologies Group. The software provides an interface with integrated notepads and a document browser as well as includes project management tools with filtering features. The latest update delivers a revamped interface with new project templates, an unfilled filter for displaying documents which are not located within a collection, and a document trash that holds all deleted files for viewing, while enabling them to be restored if necessary.
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07/06, 5:05pm
Babylon translator update
Babylon has produced an updated version of self-named app, used to translate a variety of languages. The software now supports both online and offline dictionaries, allowing users to work when missing an Internet connection. The number of supported languages has meanwhile been expanded from 17 to 33; users have access to over 1,400 dictionaries and glossaries, including Oxford, Britannica, Merriam-Webster, Pons and Duden.
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07/02, 8:40pm
ACU buys iPhone 3GS
Abilene Christian University has expanded its Mobile Learning program to include the new iPhone 3GS. As part of the university's orientation session, all of the incoming freshman have been outfitted with Apple's handsets. Although the students will not fully utilize the devices on campus until the fall, they will have a chance over the summer to familiarize themselves with the technology.
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07/01, 9:20pm
XML editor open-source
Syntext has released its Serna Free XML editor as open-source software. The application is a WYSIWYG XML editor designed to help writers freely author XML documents and allows users to work with DITA, DocBook and other common XML formats. To help in reducing time from the authoring process, composite documents are rendered using XSLT and XSL-FO, in order to achieve a print-like sequence. Other features include full support for UNICODE, and a multilingual spell checking function based on Aspell library.
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06/30, 11:55pm
Videohub 4.0 update
In brief: Microsoft's Mac Business Unit, known as MacBU, has launched a new promotion for students, with discounted prices on Office 2008 Home and Student Edition for Mac. TeamViewer’s online communication and collaboration software is now available in six different languages. Blackmagic Design has released Videohub 4.0, a software update for its Videohub routers that allow users to connect and all editing workstations or decks to be controlled directly from a computer.
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06/30, 4:30pm
MacBook in Maine schools
Plans are now in place to distribute MacBooks amongst Maine high school students, according to officials from the state's Department of Education. Known to have been in the works since at least March, a deal with Apple will see over 64,000 MacBooks reach students and teachers between grades 7 and 12. Another 7,000 notebooks should be ordered within the next few weeks, officials say.
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06/29, 9:50pm
Presenter Pro for iPhone
In brief: Tenonedesign.com has announced its $500 art challenge for all Pogo Stylus users who draw, sketch and doodle with its touch-screen tool. AmazingMail.com has introduced its latest web-to-print service for the iPhone that allows developers to integrate on-demand printing capabilities, enabling users to send personalized mail directly from the iPhone. Rexi Media has launched a new application for delivering professional presentation training to iPhone users.
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06/15, 9:30am
WolframAlpha web app
Mathematics specialist Wolfram has launched a iPhone-formatted version of the WolframAlpha website. Identified as a "computational knowledge engine," the site lets users input simple or complex equations, or a variety of data-related queries, such as mortality rates or the distance to the next closest star. Where appropriate answers are accompanied by graphics, such as maps or charts.
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06/11, 3:10pm
Safari tabs petition
In brief: The Mac U has released a new video designed to help customers become more familiar with the latest release of iMovie. The video includes approximately 90 minutes of content and covers topics ranging from organization to editing. Mophie has announced that its latest small-form case and external battery combo will be fully compatible with the iPhone 3GS. The case is claimed to be one of the smallest external batteries available, and add an additional 4.5 hours of 3G talk time. Meanwhile, a new petition has been started, in an attempt to see the tabs-on-top feature returned to Safari 4. The feature was introduced in the Safari 4 beta, but ultimately removed.
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06/01, 6:25pm
Alertec price reductions
In brief: TheMacBundles.com is now shiping its first software package, with a savings of approximately $200. The bundle is available for $50 and includes nine applications such as HoudahSpot, iPrint and CoverStream. EDUmobile has announced a new course for iPhone developers that teaches beginner- and intermediate-level concepts. The course can last up to 12 weeks and costs $200. Meanwhile, Alertec has announced price reductions across its line of flash memory duplicators.
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05/27, 9:30am
2009 Back to School deal
(Updated with new Apple document) Flouting earlier rumors, Apple has gone in a different direction with the terms of its 2009 Back to School promotion. At the center of the new offer is a rebate for an 8GB iPod touch, which is available with the purchase of an iMac, Mac Pro, MacBook, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. Aside from college and university students, eligible parties include the staff of any public or private school, some homeschooling teachers, school board members, and the officers of PTA and PTO groups.
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05/26, 4:05pm
Educate for iPhone
iKonstrukt has announced Educate, an app for the iPhone and iPod touch designed to support teachers. The software provides lesson planning and student tracking, as well as tools for strategizing and e-learning. Users can also connect to the company’s Facebook group to discuss ideas and suggest features. Using the app's weekly planner, teachers can keep a timetable and schedule individual lessons.
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