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Utilities Updates: PowerMate; iPod2iTunes; more

Utilities Updates: PowerMate; iPod2iTunes; more

CNET staff

PowerMate 1.1.1 is an update of the software for Griffin's audio and media controller device. It includes many bug fixes and feature improvements. Of note is a much-improved installer that retains all previous settings when upgrading. Other improvements include a labeled Sensitivity and Key Repeat Rate slider - making its function much clearer and intuitive. [OS 9 & X]

iPod2iTunes 1.0.3 synchronizes and transfers tracks and playlists from your iPod to your Mac. It now works with AppleScript 1.8.3. [OS 9 & X]

Shortcut.Menu 2.1 provides quick, shortcut access to all applications and files. The new version is available in Japanese.

AutoHide 1.2 automatically hides apps after switch. The new version added ability to change the bypass key and updated the "never hide when switching to" feature.

Yadal 1.1.0 is a Dock application launcher. The new version implemented undo/redo, and added a "launch at login" option.

MacStumbler 0.6b scans for nearby wireless networks. The new release sports speech support and colored signal text.

Beaver X 1.0 is a new utility that saves internet audio streams to files.

SilverFast SE Umax 5.5.2r17 is the latest scanner driver from UMAX that now supports the Astra 600-6400, Vista, and the Powerlook. It also includes an enhanced zoom function.

CreaseProof 2.0.2is a tool for changing files' creator codes and attributes. The new release is Carbonized. [OS 9 and X]

PlayerPRO 5.9.4 is the latest version of this music editor, sequencer, synthesizer, tracker, sampler and more. [OS 9 & X]