Apr 27 2009
Software Update
Updates are almost as inevitable as inertia. And with the new features they bring, we should appreciate them. Some of the best freeware has become even better.
A favorite of mine, this Mozilla browser has matured to version 0.8b which includes a Safari-esque search box on the menu bar and a new bookmark interface. If you are brave enough to edit your .plist, you can add all kinds of search engines (in addition to Google and Google images) to the newly added box. The new theme isn’t to shabby either.
This tiny app has always been big on image handling features. In version 2 it adds watermark and drop shadow support in addition to a slew of new image modifying and server options.
Version 1.0.9b1 of what is probably the best news reader for the Mac introduces support for Atom feeds. If you follow blogs published on Blogger, you’ll want this update.
That’s the latest from these fine free applications. Come back next week for another set of freeware’s best.
Downloads provided by MacUpdate
Apr 27 2009
Do-it-Yourself Google Browser
With our set of Extensions you can transform Firefox into a true Google browser, with Gmail, Search, Maps and more integrated into the application.
1. Google Browser Sync – This new extension from Google syncs your bookmarks, cookies, history and passwords. The extension, which syncs cross-platform also preserves your previously open tabs when you launch your browser again.
2. Google Toolbar 2.0 – This toolbar can be set to replace the integrated search box. You can search the given page, any of a number of Google services all while enjoying auto-complete.
3. GDirections – This third-party extension adds right-click options for searching Google Maps. Highlight an address on a webpage, and with a right-click you can get directions to the location from a preset home address or bring up a map of the location.
4. Google Calendar Quick Add – If you use Calendar, this extension makes adding a calendar event as quick as a keystroke. Click control-; and type in something like “Dentist Appointment, Thursday at 4:30″ and an appointment will appear on your default calendar.
5. Google Calendar Notifier – This extension can trackmultiple calendars and will show alerts for events in your status bar.
6. Blogger Web Comments – This Google extension shows you comments from the blogosphere related to the page you are viewing (not just blogspot blogs either).
7. Gmail Manager – Track multiple Gmail accounts. Auto log-in to all your Gmail accounts and get the number of unread in your status bar.
8. Gmail Skins – Not shown above, this extension provides added layout options to Gmail, including float-while-you-scroll menus and enhanced views.
Even with some assembly required, a Google browser is not out of reach. Join me next week for more great free downloads.
Brian
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