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 What’s new in SD 3.0.7:

PRICING:
Speed Download 3 is available at the low price of $20.

 New in version 2.3: - Optimized for Mac OS X 10.4 “Tiger” and Safari v2.0.
- Optimized downloading of multiple simultaneous downloads by improving the queue logic.
- Added support for Firefox cookies.
- Added a Site Explorer cache for faster viewing of already explored sites.
- Added a history combo box to Site Explorer that saves all explored sites.
- Improved log in authorization through the Site Manager.
- Fixed a bug with the Speed Limit function when limitation is set to minimum (200 B/s).
- Fixed an incompatibility of the iGetter Input Manager Bundle and Safari v1.3 (coming with Mac OS X 10.3.9). iGetterIMBundle is completely rewritten to avoid future collisions with Safari. Description: iGetter is a full featured download manager and accelerator. It’s a nice replacement for your browser’s download manager.  iGetter 2 is shareware. iGetter can be evaluated for as long as it’s needed to decide if it suits the user’s needs. All registered users will get free support by email and free upgrades in the major 2.x versions. The registration fee for iGetter is $25 US. The International version of iGetter includes: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese localizations. The new version 2.3 of iGetter is available immediately for download from:
http://www.igetter.net/downloads.html For more information about iGetter visit:
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 Griffin Technology Inc., creator of exciting innovations for iPod, Mac and PC is now shipping TuneJuice, a unique battery backup for iPod and iPod mini.

Using a single 9-volt battery, TuneJuice is perfect for extending the play time of your iPod for those times when you just gotta have more than your iPod battery can give.

TuneJuice is an ideal solution for on-the-go iPod users, providing up to 8 hours of additional power to any dockable iPod or iPod mini. If your iPod has some charge, TuneJuice will provide up to 8 hours of additional play; a completely drained iPod will get up to 4 hours. Battery getting low? Pop a standard 9-Volt battery into the TuneJuice and keep rocking. The Griffin TuneJuice is $19.99 USD, now available at www.griffintechnology.com.

Aspyr Media, Inc. announced this morning iSale, an eBay helper utility for Mac users, is now live on their Website and available for preorder - http://www.aspyr.com/games.php/software/isale/.

iSale is eBay made easy. With its slick, user-friendly OS X layout and easy to manage menus, iSale brings the auction house home and gives you your own personal podium.

Features:
- User friendly, intuitive interface
- Edit auction layouts easily, change fonts, colors and layouts
- Use iSight to take pictures without a digital camera, just point iSight in the direction of your article and click
- Use iPhoto to easily upload auction photos
- Prepare your auction offline, then send to eBay with one click while online
- Displays the amount eBay would charge for your auction, then decide if you want to submit the auction
- Organize your auctions in “smart groups” and manage multiple auctions at a time
- Keep an overview of the current status of running and finished auctions
- Compatible with eBay USA, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, UK, Austria, and Switzerland
-$29.95 USD

 Brigadoon Software, Inc., a leading provider of security software solutions announced today the release of Version 3.0 of its MacPhoneHome™ tracking and recovery software. The innovative crime-fighting product helps protect Macintosh computers from theft and assists in their recovery if lost or stolen.

MacPhoneHome™ is easy to use and install on a Macintosh computer using Apple’s OS X operating system. If the computer is lost or stolen, MacPhoneHome™ sends a stealth email containing the computer’s exact location to a pre-determined email address of the user’s choice and to Brigadoon Software’s worldwide monitoring and command center. Once notified of the theft, recovery agents at Brigadoon Software provide full technical, tracking and recovery support to the customer and local police.  MacPhoneHome™ is compatible with all Macintosh OS X operating systems, including the soon-to-be-released Macintosh OS X - Tiger. In addition, Kawles, indicated that Brigadoon is providing Version 3.0 to all of its existing customers as a FREE upgrade directly from Brigadoon’s website (www.brigadoonsoftware.com).

Griffin Technology Inc., innovator of exciting accessories for Mac and iPod, today announced that they are now shipping the AirClickUSB Remote, a unique wireless remote control for Mac and PC computers.The AirClickUSB Remote uses RF technology that allows users to control their computers from up to 60 ft. away. Users do not have to be in line of sight, making AirClick ideal for controlling applications remotely. RF signals pass through walls, so users do not even have to be the same room. The AirClickUSB remote is compatible with all Macs and PCs with a USB port, running OS X or XP. Each AirClickUSB package ships with a remote, a USB receiver, a software CD and a USB extension cable for maximum flexibility in receiver placement.

Pricing & Availability
The Griffin AirClickUSB is $39.99 USD and can be ordered from www.griffintechnology.com.

RadTech™, makers of mobile computing accessories and more, today announced immediate availability of the BT-510 Bluetooth Mouse. With electronically reversible left/right buttons, it’s the right click for left-handed people! Sleek, versatile, and feature-rich, it’s the right Bluetooth mouse for everyone.The BT-510 touts a comfortable mid-sized form factor – perfect for the desktop or on the road. 3 button control, plus scroll wheel makes navigating your workspace a breeze. 800 dpi optical resolution and ultra-precise
tracking make it especially attractive to engineering and design professionals. And, connecting the BT-510 is simple – no drivers needed for Mac OS X.

The BT-510 Bluetooth mouse is available in gloss black or white for $59.95 USD, or bundled with the RadPak Travel case for $69.95 USD.

Today Speck Products announces it’s newest accessory for Apple’s iPod Shuffle. The Speck Shuffle Dock allows users to dock their iPod Shuffle in Style. The dock enables computer users to conveniently store and sync their iPod Shuffle on their desktop. The docks, which ships on May 6th, are available for pre-order today on Speck’s website (http://www.speckproducts.com) and will be available soon at most major retailers.

While undocumented in the release notes, last week’s Mac OS X 10.3.9 update includes a new version of Safari that brings substantially improved page load times. Safari 1.3 loads pages 35 percent faster than version 1.2, according to Safari developer Dave Hyatt. In addition to the performance increase, the new version of Safari has a very similar layout engine to that of the version that will ship with Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger. “This update includes Safari 1.3 and new versions of WebKit, WebCore, and JavaScriptCore that contain thousands of improvements we’ve made to the engine since Safari 1.2,” Hyatt writes on his blog. “What you are getting is all of the new standards support, new WebKit capabilities, site compatibility fixes and performance optimizations that are also present in Safari 2.0 for Tiger.”

Today Speck Products is announcing it’s newest case for Apple’s iPod Mini. The Mini ToughSkin features ruggedized good looks and protection for the Mini iPod. The rubberized skin, which ship on April 25th, are available for pre-order today on Speck’s website (http://www.speckproducts.com) and will be available soon at most major retailers.

Its one-of-a-kind design customizes the popular rubberized skin for extreme lifestyles. It’s the only skin to feature ruggedized bumpers, screen protection, scroll wheel protection, and a detachable belt clip. If you’re tough on your stuff, the ToughSkin mini is right for you. The Mini ToughSkins come in 5 Colors. Frosted Clear and black will be available in April and pink, blue, and green will be available in May for $34.95.

RadTech™, makers of mobile computing accessories and more, today announced immediate availability of tekmõd, a new breed of computer notebook cases designed for versatility and packed with practical features.

tekmõd works the way you want to work: use it as a conventional top-loading case for quick and easy access to your notebook; or use the unique stay-on feature to work right out of the case ­ with unrestricted port, slot, drive and storage pocket access! A convenient flip-out riser-stand provides the perfect incline for ergonomic keyboarding. An internal suspension system cradles and lifts the rear of the notebook allowing ample ventilation and air circulation to ensure cool running. tekmõd’s pockets and pouches completely flatten when empty, yet expand to accommodate a variety of items such as power supplies, cables, peripherals, documents, wallets, keys and more!

The tekmõd XL ­ available now for 14-17 inch notebooks in a number of striking color combinations ­ priced at just $79.95. tekmõd sub-14inch models coming soon in May ‘05.