July 02 - 08:40pm EDT   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. [full story]

July 01 - 09:20pm EDT   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. [full story]

June 30 - 11:55pm EDT   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. [full story]

June 29 - 09:50pm EDT   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. [full story]

June 11 - 03:10pm EDT   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. [full story]

June 01 - 06:25pm EDT   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. [full story]

May 26 - 04:05pm EDT   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. [full story]

May 21 - 05:50pm EDT   Syntext has released a free edition of its Serna XML editor. The application allows users to work with DITA, DocBook and other common XML formats, for personal, educational or demonstrative use. To reduce time from the authoring process, composite documents are rendered using XSLT and XSL-FO to achieve a print-like appearance. [full story]

May 19 - 08:15am EDT   Dell on Tuesday kicked off the launch of its first netbook meant for schools or business-oriented users. Unlike the Inspiron Minis, the Latitude 2100 is toughened against the rougher use likely in a class and has a sturdier chassis as well as a rubberized surface, including a unique texture on the lid that's deemed easier to grip. In a first for Dell and most non-tablet netbooks, the 2100 has the option of a touchscreen that can be used for very visual educational apps or just as a simpler alternative to the trackpad. [full story]

May 13 - 04:05pm EDT   Altomac has launched a new background surveillance application for the Mac, User Monitor. It is geared towards work and classroom environments, and records actions by way of screenshots taken at user-scheduled intervals. The software operates in the background, and can be set to monitor a single Mac or multiple machines on a network. [full story]