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Kamloops, British Columbia – Koingo Software is pleased to announce the immediate availability of Amnesia! Easily uninstall applications, preference panes, screen savers, and Dashboard widgets from Mac OS X as well as all their related files. Selling for shareware US$9.95, Amnesia is available for a free 15 day trial and requires Mac OS X 10.4 or later.

Many software titles on Mac OS come with the uninstall directions of simply “Drag the application to the Trash and empty it”. In reality, this often leaves many related files on the computer taking up valuable hard drive space. Amnesia performs a smart scan to determine all related files to be removed.

Amnesia will remove logs, caches, application support files, preferences, crash reports, and other application specific files. In addition, turn on a secure deletion option to prevent recovery of the removed files.

If there are concerns about removing potentially wanted files, Amnesia comes with a built-in backup function which creates an archive of related files in case you wish to restore them at a later time. It will reinstall the pieces of the product exactly where they came from – even if you choose to restore to a different machine!

Another powerful feature Amnesia has to offer is the ability to create a list of untouchable software sets (in addition to the ones built-in). They are software products which Amnesia will warn you about incase a remove is attempted. This is handy incase a particular software product should be removed using a manufacturer-provided uninstaller instead.

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Located in Kamloops, British Columbia, Koingo Software has been providing digital solutions for businesses and individuals since 1994. Our award-winning software is now installed on thousands of personal computers worldwide – seamlessly integrating with a modern lifestyle.

Jenkintown, PA – Managing Editor Inc. (MEI), an Adobe premier development partner and a leading provider of software solutions for the publishing industry, today announced the release of Page Director(R) Classified Layout System 3.8 and ClassForce(R) 3.8. The two releases represent the latest versions of MEI’s popular programs for automated and semi-automated classified layout.

CLS is MEI’s customizable rules-based classified layout solution. The program reads advertising text and image files, builds a runsheet of the classified items, examines the liners and display ads against user-defined rules, and then flows them to pages. Based on the same technology, ClassForce is MEI’s cost-effective, semi-automated classified layout system for small to mid-size publications.

While the two products are tailored to different levels of electronic classified pagination, each includes the same new features in version 3.8. Both CLS and ClassForce are now Intel-native applications; contextual menus have been added to enable users to quickly and easily make changes to individual pages, runsheet items or the entire issue; a new Measurements dialog allows users to edit the points-per-unit value and accepted abbreviations of the measurement systems within the software; and CLS and ClassForce now support multiple column models in a single document.

CLS and ClassForce 3.8 come packaged with CLS XT for QuarkXPress(R) 7.x and a new version of MEI’s Ad Import plug-in that is compatible with Adobe(R) InDesign(R) CS2, CS3 and CS4. These tools allow users to import dummies and final classified ad content into QuarkXPress or InDesign editorial pages. QuarkXPress 8 compatibility will be available in the coming weeks.

“Publishers will always need tools that improve efficiency and drive down production costs,” said Steven Haught, vice president of sales at MEI. “With CLS and ClassForce, classified page layout doesn’t have to be an unprofitable, time-consuming process.”

Availability:
CLS 3.8 and ClassForce 3.8 are available now. Upgrades are free for customers in MEI’s Premium Site Support Agreement program. Other customers should call their MEI salesperson for upgrade pricing. For more details, contact MEI at 215-886-5662 or an authorized MEI distributor. More information can be found on Managing Editor Inc.’s Web site.

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Managing Editor Inc. is an industry leader in the development of quality, proven software solutions for the evolving publishing industry. The Page Director Series of Advertising and Classified Layout Systems, K4 Publishing System, Integrated Production Suite (IPS) and IPS AdTrac deliver automated pagination, workflow and digital asset management solutions to newspaper and magazine publishers, as well as to other print and electronic publishing markets. MEI is an Adobe premier development partner and has twice been named a laureate of the Computerworld Smithsonian Collections. Additional information regarding MEI’s products and services can be found on the company’s Web site.

Jenkintown, PA – Managing Editor Inc. (MEI), an Adobe premier development partner and a leading provider of software solutions for the publishing industry, today announced new releases of Ad Layout System (ALS) for Magazines, AdForce(R), and ALS Direct. MEI has also released ALS XT for QuarkXPress(R) 8.

These upgrades for MEI’s popular issue-planning tools complement the recent release of Page Director(R) ALS 5.4, the industry standard for ad layout.

ALS for Magazines 5.4 and AdForce 5.4 include the same new features found in ALS 5.4, including the print designer, which allows users to design and print custom ad dummies. The releases are packaged with new versions of MEI’s ALS XT and Ad Import plug-in, compatible with QuarkXPress 7.x and 8 and Adobe(R) InDesign(R) CS2, CS3 and CS4, respectively.

ALS for Magazines, an ad placement solution built specifically for magazines, allows users to create fully paginated, accurate and functional ad dummies that can be opened in QuarkXPress or InDesign. Through its electronic issue-planning and ad-mapping capabilities, ALS for Magazines allows publishers to eliminate manual processes, shorten the cycle time from ad dummy to editorial page production, automatically import digital ads to editorial pages, reduce prepress production costs and lengthen the time to ad close.

AdForce is a cost-effective, easy-to-use ad placement and issue-management system for small to mid-size newspapers. Users quickly build ad pages using drag-and-drop or semi-automated flow tools; finished sections can be opened in QuarkXPress or InDesign.

ALS Direct, now optimized for compatibility with ALS and ALS for Magazines 5.4, creates a real-time direct database connection with the vjoon K4(TM) Publishing System. ALS Direct allows ALS and K4 users to integrate advertising and editorial workflows into one shared system. Updates are communicated directly to K4, alerting editors, art directors, designers and production staff when changes occur in the ad department, and at the same time dynamically updating the page folios and ad positions as the issue plan evolves.

“These new releases offer more options for customers in different markets to enhance their workflow with MEI technology,” said Steven Haught, vice president of sales at MEI. “Now, different types of publications and even different departments can benefit from our industry-leading ad layout solutions.”

Availability:
ALS For Magazines 5.4, AdForce 5.4, ALS Direct, and ALS XT are available now. Upgrades are free for customers in MEI’s Premium Site Support Agreement program. Other customers should call their MEI salesperson for upgrade pricing. For more details, contact MEI at 215-886-5662 or an authorized MEI distributor. More information can be found on Managing Editor Inc.’s Web site.

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Managing Editor Inc. is an industry leader in the development of quality, proven software solutions for the evolving publishing industry. The Page Director Series of Advertising and Classified Layout Systems, K4 Publishing System, Integrated Production Suite (IPS) and IPS AdTrac deliver automated pagination, workflow and digital asset management solutions to newspaper and magazine publishers, as well as to other print and electronic publishing markets. MEI is an Adobe premier development partner and has twice been named a laureate of the Computerworld Smithsonian Collections. Additional information regarding MEI’s products and services can be found on the company’s Web site.

Berlin, Germany – nova media today unveiled iCON 225, a sleek and afforable 3G USB modem for Macintosh computers. The iCON 225 supports fast HSDPA connections with up to 7.2 Mbit/s download speeds as well as quad-band EDGE and GPRS.

“The iCON 225 is a relieable and afforable 3G modem for the Mac community, which is not SIM locked or otherwise bound to a certain provider or network.” states Jan Fuellemann, PR spokesperson at nova media. “The iCON 225 supports the fast HSDPA protocol in all 2100 MHz networks, which are common in Europe and Asia. In most other countries, EDGE and GPRS are supported which offer speeds up to 220 Kbit/s in downloading data and up to 120 Kbit/s in uploading data.”

The iCON 225 includes the internet connect wizard launch2net for Mac OS X. This software offers a one-click connection to the Internet without the need to enter cryptic configuration details. launch2net already includes connection settings for most mobile network providers worldwide and offers a comprehensive connection statistic.

Pricing and Availability:
The iCON 225 is available today from nova media for Euro 117,- (plus sales tax if applicable) and requires Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5.2 or higher. A lanyard and an USB extension cord comes with the modem.

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The founders of “nova media Mobile Data Solutions GmbH” started their business in 1996 in Berlin. The company specializes on mobile data solutions for Mac OS X. More information at their website or phone 49 30 3909040.

Austin, Texas – Panda Mittens Software LLC today released “Gravity Shmavity”, an accelerometer/touch-screen game for the iPhone and iPod Touch. The game offers 30 challenge levels, an endless mode, and quirky gameplay featuring the image of baroque scientist Isaac Newton.

Gameplay primarily consists of rotating the iPhone/iPod Touch screen, altering the direction of gravity. Falling apples and other items can then be directed to hit the open, exposed brain of Isaac Newton. Gameplay is further varied by hazards and optional actions by the player, including touching the various power-ups, and shaking the device to cause items to drop faster.

The game also features an up-beat remix of a classic, public-domain recording of a Mozart piano concerto, and combines bright, colorful graphics with a similarly tweaked portrait of Isaac Newton.

Developed with cross-platform development strategies, direct video captures of “Gravity Shmavity” actually show the current tilt of the screen, and further illustrate the gameplay style. Additional information can by found on the “Gravity Shmavity” product page, or by contacting Panda Mittens Software.

Pricing and Availability:
Offered at a low price-point ($1.99), and available exclusively through Apple’s App Store. “Gravity Shmavity” is the first title Panda Mittens Software has released, and is the first title to attempt their strategy of small, inexpensive, fun games with above average production values.

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Panda Mittens Software LLC is a newly formed company committed to making quality games with above average production values, but with limited scope to keep price-points low. Copyright 2009 Panda Mittens Software LLC. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

San Jose, California – app4mac today released FlexTeam 2.1. Flexteam is a scheduling application that helps share information, work jointly on schedules, and use all available human resources as efficiently as possible. FlexTeam is an incredibly useful tool to manage people in your group, organization, or company. Our goal is to make the user’s experience as intuitive and task oriented as possible. FlexTeam is 29 Euros only until 08/31.

Flexteam is a really powerful schedule management tool that is visually appealing. It helps you share information, work jointly on schedules, and use all of your available human resources as efficiently as possible (you can check daily working schedules, manage days off for each person and track holidays). Flexteam can show your schedule in different formats (view by day, week, month, or year). You can print your views, generate PDF files, or publish a schedule on your website with one click.

We designed Flexteam to be very user-friendly. Instead of wasting your time figuring out how to decipher complex software, you can be more productive and efficient. Our unique user-centric approach sets our product apart from any other, making it a powerful, easy-to-use software created to work with Mac OS X.

What’s new with version 2.1
* New search function integrated in the toolbar
* New window ‘Tasks to assign’ (to manage temporary tasks)
* Better performance
* Updated user interface
* Updated documentation
* Bugs fixed

Flexteam is available for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard only. It’s an Universal Binary application working at full speed on both PowerPC and Intel Processors.

Pricing and Availability:
A user license costs only 29 Euros for a limited time (introductory price until end of August). All updates/upgrades are free. Version 2.1 is a free upgrade for customers of a previous version.

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app4mac is a company created in 2001 with the goal of providing innovative applications for Mac OS X. We take great pleasure building Mac products. We are committed to creating quality software that will make the Mac even more user-friendly. Copyright 2001-2009 app4mac. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

‘s-Hertogenbosch Netherlands – Springy 1.5 is a simple and elegant, yet powerful archiving utility for Mac OS X. Springy integrates seamlessly with the Finder and includes some incredibly useful features. At a glance, users have the ability to see the contents of an archive or disk image without being forced to extract any file from it, add, and/or extract files of choice from an existing archive or disk image, as well as previewing them.

All archiving tasks can be done via Drag and Drop using Finder-alike application or through Springy’s Finder contextual menu. This makes Springy an excellent archiving utility, particularly where ease of use is desired. If you can find your way through bunch of files in Finder, you would do so in Springy in matter of seconds:

Springy Features at a glance:
* Open and browse the contents of an archive or disk image without being forced to extract any file from it
* Quickly extract all files or only files of choice from an archive or disk image
* Modify the contents of an existing archive or disk image on the fly: add, overwrite, delete and rename files in the archive or disk image
* Full Drag & Drop support for archiving and extracting from and into Mac OS X Finder
* Edit and modify any file in an archive or disk image by double click
* Live preview of many types of files inside archive, without extracting
* Archiving and extracting tasks may be accomplished quickly and efficiently using Finder contextual menu
* Browsing files in archives and disk images and extracting particular file or folder using hierarchical Finder contextual menu
* Support for all most widely used archiving and compression formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR, PAX, CPIO, CPGZ, GZIP, BZIP2, Unix Compress, SIT, JAR and DMG and ISO disk images. Support for more will come in future releases

New Springy Features:
* No Panther support. Starting with version 1.5, first release of Tiger (10.4) or above is required
* Springy contextual menu is shown in the root of Finder contextual menu even in Leopard, diving into “More” submenu is not needed any more (contextual menu plug-in only)
* Complete support for archiving and extraction of files containing extended attributes, ACL lists and quarantine data, in accordance with AppleDouble standard
* Redesigned and enhanced handling and processing of RAR archives, bringing faster operation, less memory and disk I/O usage and better error handling
* Improved processing of DMG and ISO disk images
* Much better treatment of non-ASCII characters in file names inside TAR, PAX and CPIO archives
* UTI are now used to distinguish recognisable file types application can handle (application only)
* Springy now tries to open every file handed to it, even if UTI suggests non-recognisable file type. If a file is any of archive type Springy can handle, it is successfully open regardless of UTIs. Otherwise, Springy will report that the file is not recognisable archive
* Added option to either quickly archive/add files into an archive using default archiving parameters, or to choose particular parameters just prior start of archiving
* Added option to either quickly extract files to the archive’s enclosing folder, or to choose particular extraction location (application only)
* Archive and compressed file operations can be paused and continued at any time
* Modified archive processing so that files partially processed due to an error are preserved and the operation is continued, with option to abort it completely
* Complete redesign of view preferences panes (application only)
* Added option to show real file contents as file icons in addition to standard file type icons (application only)
* Redesigned and enhanced preview column in column view (application only)
* Added option to show real file contents in a preview column in addition to standard file type icon (application only)
* Sorting of listed files in all three view types (icons, list, columns) using all available file attributes (name, dates, comment, etc.) for sorting criteria (application only)
* Added option to show list of files in list view and search view using alternate row colours (application only)
* Added path text field, which enables easy positioning to particular folder in an archive just by typing folder full path into it (application only)
* Added option to show real characters in password secure text fields in addition to masking them with bullets
* New application icon (includes 512x512px version for Leopard)
* New document icons for all supported file types (include 512x512px version for Leopard)
* Redesigned alarm panels and sheets, removing all possible incorrect rendering and quirks
* New licensing system
* Sparkle framework code directly included into contextual menu plug-in, not as a framework as before, thus eliminating occasional crashes which some users experienced (contextual menu plug-in only)
* Redesigned preference panel
* Redesigned About Panel, which now includes licensing information
* Maximal number of recent extraction locations increased to 20
* Maximal number of favourite extraction locations increased to 40
* Many changes in UI in order to unify experience in both Tiger and Leopard and to make it even more Finder-alike (application only)
* Menu items for archive creation moved one level up in the hierarchy (contextual menu plug-in only)
* Fixed bug which sometimes caused setting of wrong permissions of files extracted from ZIP archives
* Fixed bug which enabled renaming a file to a same name as some other file in the same archive (application only)

System Requirements:
* Mac OS X 10.4.4 or later for Macintosh computers with Intel processor
* Mac OS X 10.4 or later for Macintosh computers with PowerPC processor
* Macintosh with PowerPC G3, G4 or G5 processor or any Macintosh computer with Intel processor
* Minimum 256 MB of RAM
* Minimum 20 MB free space on hard disk (for both application and Contextual Menu plug-in)

Pricing and Availability:
The price for Springy starts at $19.95 (USD) for single license, $24.95 for family license and $34.95 for site license. The quantity discount is available for site licenses. These prices include both Springy application and Contextual Menu plug-in. Users can enjoy Springy in almost its full functionality for free; it will never expire, with no reminders to register. By licensing Springy, supports further development and improvements. Licensed users take priority in support and feature requests.

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Located in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands, Dragan Milic has been developing personal productivity software solutions since 2003. With a major emphasis on total customer satisfaction, Dragan is committed to providing the highest quality software.

Munich, Germany – Boinx Software is proud to announce the release, today, of BoinxTV 1.2, a free update to its live production software that turns a Mac into a TV studio. With improved stability, performance and many new features, the free update is strongly recommended for all BoinxTV users.

BoinxTV 1.2 features a new Screen Source to capture Skype or iChat conversations for video interviews. Version 1.2 also comes with a new widescreen template, “BTVNEWS” to produce a professional looking news anchor show. Users will see enhancements in numerous areas – user interface refinements as well as chroma keying improvements, along with several new and enhanced layers. Boinx Software invites everyone interested in production software to a free live webinar: tune in on April 6, 2009 at 5pm UTC (5pm GMT, 1pm ETD, 10am PTD) at the Boinx Webinars web page to learn more about the new features of BoinxTV 1.2 first-hand.

“As BoinxTV is used more and more in real live situations, such as the streaming of the recent MacHeist Reveal Show or the recording of the MLD Family Conference, we get really valuable feedback on how to improve the handling of the application”; says Oliver Breidenbach, CEO of Boinx Software. “The team did a great job of implementing these improvements, which will now enable users to control the application much easier.

We are especially excited to provide users with new creative tools,” notes Florian Albrecht, head of engineering and product marketing for Boinx Software. “For example, the animated backdrops for lower thirds and other text elements now give the recording an even more professional look, and the Screen Source gives you access to more content.”

New Screen Source
BoinxTV 1.2 adds a new Screen Source to grab arbitrary screen regions and use them as sources in any layer. This enables the user to capture Skype or iChat video conversations, screencasts, presentations, or any other opened document directly from the screen.

New Template
A new template “BTVNEWS” designed by Tim Sternsdorff, is also included. This widescreen template makes use of many of the new layer capabilities introduced in version 1.2. Combined with a green screen and a chroma keyed camera, the new template creates the set for a professional looking news anchor show.

New Layers
BoinxTV version 1.2 ships with more than 50 layers that can be combined and customized to create a unique show design. Layers are responsible for rendering graphics and sound, and can be interactively controlled. Many layers come with improved functionality. BoinxTV 1.2 introduces several new layers and substantially improves existing ones:

* The new “Twitter” layer displays a configurable Twitter feed in real time
* “News Crawl” now features a configurable transition, and more display options, including animated backgrounds
* Several text layers, like “Static Text” have gained the ability to display configurable backgrounds and drop shadows
* The “Sidebar” layer can display its contents inside a shape defined by a mask and an overlay
* “Computer Circuits” is 3D background layer featuring a rotating circuit board
* The “Waving Flag” layer displays a waving flag (featuring G8 countries)
* “World Time” shows the world map with the pattern of day and night

User Interface Improvements
With BoinxTV 1.2 the user interface has been refined and improved. Jog Wheels, a new control element, make setting up numeric values more convenient. Images, movies, sound clips, and compositions, can be previewed via Quick Look directly in the Source Repository of BoinxTV. Hotkey shortcuts can be defined not only for layers but also for specific settings to trigger, e.g. multiple settings in different layers to synchronize multiple elements.

Chroma Keying Improvements
The new “Auto” button in the filtered source setup window helps to create a good starting point for the chroma keying based on the scenario and lighting. With Image Masks, two regions can be defined for removing or retaining non-moving objects in the scene.

BoinxTV 1.2 provides built-in support for the new Turbo.264 HD from Elgato for trimming the recording and converting to various H.264 formats.

About BoinxTV
BoinxTV is a revolutionary tool for creating Live to Disk, Live to Internet and Live to Stage video, jointly developed by Boinx Software and TheCodingMonkeys. Using BoinxTV you can create stunning studio shows, podcasts, sports events, concerts, interviews, sermons, lectures, seminars and more, using your Mac and multiple cameras. With its innovative user interface and its extensible architecture, BoinxTV makes it easy to create professional “TV style” shows, minimizing post-production time.

Availability and Pricing:
BoinxTV 1.2 is available immediately for download. A free demo license enables BoinxTV for 30 days. The single license of BoinxTV is available for $499 at the Boinx Kagi Store. The BoinxTV Sponsored Edition for $199 (single license) requires a credit for BoinxTV in every video created with BoinxTV. For education and volume licensing (multi-seat) of BoinxTV, please contact sales.

System Requirements:
BoinxTV requires either an Intel-based Mac with discrete graphics from ATI or NVIDIA or the latest PowerMac G5 with a ATI graphics and a minimum of 2GB of RAM. Full system requirements and more information on BoinxTV can be found at the BoinxTV web page

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TheCodingMonkeys is a Macintosh software company based in Munich, Germany. It is determined to produce software that stands up to the Macintosh ease-of-use standard while solving complex problems. TheCodingMonkeys revolutionized real-time text collaboration with the release of SubEthaEdit, winner of the “O’Reilly Mac OS X Innovators Award 2003″ and the Apple Design Award “Best Mac OS X Student Product 2003.”

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Boinx Software Ltd. is located in Puchheim, near Munich, Germany. Boinx Software develops award-winning software for the creative Mac user in animation, broadcast and photography. Boinx iStopMotion is the leading solution for stop-motion animation and time lapse capture and won the O’Reilly Mac OS X Innovators Award in 2003. Boinx FotoMagico, winner of two Apple Design Awards – “Best Mac OS X Leopard Graphics and Media Application Runner-up 2008″ and “Best Mac OS X User Experience Runner-up 2006″, is a presentation tool for professional photographers. Boinx PhotoPresenter, winner of the Apple Design Award 2005 “Best Mac OS X Student Product”, is a quick slideshow tool with pre-build templates. BoinxTV is a revolutionary live production software that turns any Mac into a TV studio. Boinx Mousepose is the indispensable mouse pointer highlighting tool for everyone doing presentations, trainings or demos.

Seattle, Washington – Ubermind, Inc., the makers of iLightr, one of the most popular lighter simulation applications available on the iPhone, today unveiled a version of their application for the Android platform. With support for the iPhone, iPod touch, and now Android, iLightr creates the most realistic virtual lighter experience available on any mobile device.

“We didn’t just take the iPhone version and port it over to Android,” said Jean-Guy Speton, Lead Developer for the Android version of iLightr. “This is a complete re-implementation, making for an interactive flame that is more photo realistic than anything else out there.”

Rather than a static image or stale, unchanging video loop of a flame, iLightr combines high-resolution OpenGL graphics (designed by an Academy Award winning special e!ects artist), dynamic sound e!ects, and accelerometer support to create the only truly interactive lighter simulation available on the Android platform.

iLightr is an innovative entertainment app that harnesses the unique features of the iPhone, iPod Touch and Android platform to create the most realistic lighter experience available on any mobile device. Rather than a stale, unchanging looped video of a flame, iLightr combines high-resolution OpenGL graphics, dynamic sound effects, and accelerometer support to create the only truly interactive lighter simulation available. To learn more about iLightr, visit their website.

Pricing and Availability:
iLightr is now available for purchase from the Android Market for $0.99. To learn more about Android, visit their website.

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For the past decade, Ubermind has been engaged in developing both consumer and enterprise solutions utilizing the same core technologies that now power the iPhone. It is now applying all of those skills and more towards the development of applications for the next generation of smart phones based on Android. Copyright 2009 Ubermind. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.