Drive Genius 4, The Hit List, & A Whole Slew of Other Award-Winning Apps to Make Your Mac a Productivity Powerhouse
Drive Genius 4
KEY FEATURES
Like any working machine, your Mac requires maintenance to keep it running smoothly. Drive Genius is the clear choice by Mac users in the know (including the Apple Genius Bar), and silently works to speed up, clean up, protect, and even bring your Mac back from the dead. Keep up-to-date on potential hard drive issues with Drive Genius’ alert system–and see below for the epic list of features included.
3.5/5 Stars CNET
- Create a bootable secondary drive to easily repair your main hard drive w/ the new BootWell feature
- Optimize & speed up your Mac for maximum performance
- Alerts you of problems before they escalate into major issues
- Find large files & duplicates; delete ones you don’t need
- Personalize, set custom icons & make drive identification easier
- Measure the performance of your drive & check for hardware related problems
- Check for possible file & folder corruption to prevent data loss
- Repair most kinds of logical file & folder errors to prevent future critical problems/li>
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 4.2.1
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.8 or later
- 1GB RAM minimum
- For maintenance purposes, most Drive Genius 4 utilities work on the primary startup drive “live” with no need for a secondary startup drive. However all repair and recovery utilities require starting your computer from a secondary drive so they can have exclusive access to your primary drive.
SOFTWARE LICENSE DETAILS
- Minor updates included
- Length of access: lifetime
- Activation permitted on up to 5 computers
The Hit List
KEY FEATURES
One of the easiest ways to keep yourself organized and productive is by making lists. The Hit List is the ultimate list-maker, allowing you to manage the daily chaos of your modern life, without having to learn a complex system. It can be as simple as writing a list down, or as nuanced as following a fully incorporated task management system.
4/5 Stars on iTunes
- Access the integrated Hit List sync service, letting you securely sync your preferences across Mac, iPhone, & iPad
- Plan & outline your life in lists, & filter out distractions to focus on what matters today
- Create smart folders & cards to focus on tasks when you need them
- Schedule bills, meetings, & much more
- Measure your progress w/ the built-in timer
- Sync reminders in other apps & devices
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.1.26
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.7.5 or later
- iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch (separate purchase required)
DeltaWalker 2 Pro
KEY FEATURES
When you’re neck deep in an important project, you often have to juggle multiple files and folders to make sure your message is being communicated correctly. DeltaWalker Pro makes that process easy. Perfect for users of any industry, from software to publishing, DeltaWalker allows you to compare, edit and merge files side-by-side, all in a simple, single interface.
- View added, deleted & blocks of text between 3 files or folders w/ inline changes
- See pixel-by-pixel comparison between up to 3 wide range image formats
- Visualize & compare compressed file formats: BZ2, EAR, GZ, JAR, TAR, TBZ2, TGZ & ZIP
- Scan documents as you type in to the dynamic search bar
- Use JavaScript based scripting, including an integrated, syntax-sensitive script editor, script runner & console
- Compare XML files as both text & structures
- Merge non-conflicting differences from two versions of a file & review a report on what has changed
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 2.3.0
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.7.3 or later
Nisus Writer Pro
KEY FEATURES
Nisus Writer Pro is the essential word processing software for Mac. With support for Mac OS X autosave, document versioning, and iCloud, Nisus Writer gives you greater control over your word processing needs than alternatives like Microsoft Word and Pages. Using RTF as a native file format, Nisus Writer produces files that can be opened on just about any machine, any time.
First Prize in About.com’s Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Mac Word Processor
4.5/5 Stars on iTunes
- Customize tool palettes to be where you want them to be
- Assign any keyboard shortcut to any menu
- Add any menu to the toolbar
- Open & save Microsoft Word files & other popular formats
- Create files in RTF format, which are easily opened on any device
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirement
- Version 2.1.5
- To explore the complete list of features, click here
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.8.5 or later
- Intel, 64-bit processor
Aurora HDR
KEY FEATURES
That’s right, Aurora HDR, is the world’s leading HDR photo editor. Take advantage of this high-powered, award-winning software, and turn your ordinary photos into stunning HDR photos in no time. Created as a joint project between Macphun and Trey Ratcliff, the world’s foremost HDR photographer, this photo software brings together everything other HDR editors are missing, and more.
2015 Best of Mac Award
Mac World Editor’s Choice Award
- Load your TIFF, JPEG, PNG, or a single RAW file & watch Aurora HDR do its magic
- Create amazing HDR photography from single photos or multiple brackets
- Access an enormous range of editing functions & tools
- Plug in to Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom to streamline your workflow
- Share your photography directly to social media
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.2.2
- Image formats: PNG, JPG, TFF 8-bit and 16-bit, GIF, PSD, RAW, and more
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.9.5 or later
- 4 GB RAM
- Display resolution 1280 x 800 or higher
SOFTWARE LICENSE DETAILS
- May be activated on up to 5 devices
WinZip 5 Mac
KEY FEATURES
Need to send large files and folders? You’re going to want WinZip 5, the world’s #1 choice for working with large files. Zipping and unzipping groups of files is simple, so you can exchange large amounts of information with ease.
5/5 Stars on iTunes
- Zip & unzip files instantly
- Protect files w/ bank-level AES encryption
- Share directly to iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, & ZipShare from within WinZip
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 5.0.3188
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.8 or later
- 64-bit processor
VPN Forever: 3-Yr Subscription
KEY FEATURES
Web security is more of a hot-button issue than ever, and the best way to ensure you’re safe while browsing the internet is with this high-speed VPN. With VPN Forever, your internet traffic is never monitored and you can avoid access restrictions and geographic blockers that hinder your online experience. Abroad and can’t enjoy your favorite sites or shows? Just boot up VPN Forever and you’re good to go.
- Browse using a Canadian, UK, or European IP address, no matter where you are in the world
- Switch between VPN servers & locations any time
- Choose between static & dynamic IP addresses
- Unblock websites & access them securely from all of your devices
- Get unlimited bandwidth on all sites
- Leave no browsing data behind so hackers & government officials can’t track you
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.0.5.0
- Updates included
- Unlimited bandwidth
- Unlimited speed
- 1 device per location, per customer
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.5 or later
- Windows 7, Vista, XP, 10
- iOS 8.0 or later
- Android 4.0 or later
SOFTWARE LICENSE DETAILS
- Length of access: 3 years
- Updates included
Project Planning Pro
KEY FEATURES
Getting your life organized and working through projects has never been as easy as with Project Planning Pro. Create tasks quickly, assign dependencies, and execute a project from start to finish with total efficiency. Planning, managing, and visualizing projects is going to be a snap!
2nd Place, “Best Business App” at BestAppEver Awards 2014
4/5 Stars on iTunes
- Assign tasks to available resources, budget tasks, & lay out any incurred costs for a particular task
- Import & export projects w/ Dropbox, iCloud, Google Drive, Mail
- Use calendar, Gantt, & critical path views to track a project exactly how you’d like
- Import Microsoft Project 2016 files w/ ease
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.3
- Languages: English, Spanish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.10 or later
SOFTWARE LICENSE DETAILS
- Usable on 1 computer
Letter Opener for macOS Mail
KEY FEATURES
If you use macOS Mail, you may have noticed that you can’t open certain winmail.dat attachments sent from coworkers or friends who use Microsoft Outlook. It becomes a whole process to figure out just what the heck you were supposed to be looking at. Letter Opener is the winmail.dat solution, converting all types of Outlook’s winmail.dat files, making your macOS Mail fully compatible with all email services.
5/5 Stars MacWorld
4/5 Stars CNET
- Convert attachments or appointments from winmail.dat files to readable files fast
- Stop missing important notices from colleagues or family members using Microsoft Outlook
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 3.0.7
- Languages: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.8 or later
- 64-bit processor
Duplicate Photos Fixer Pro
KEY FEATURES
One of the simplest ways to give your Mac a tune up is by deleting the duplicate photos that may be hiding in your libraries. Duplicate Photos Fixer Pro is a huge hit in the App Store because it helps you clean up duplicate and similar looking photos that may have sprung up after your most recent OS upgrade. This software will handle the busy work fast, so you don’t have to!
4.5/5 Stars on iTunes
“Definitely recommended!” TechWibe
- Remove duplicate & similar looking photos that you don’t need anymore
- Delete duplicate videos to create a more organized media collection
- Scan & detect duplicate photos & create groups to sort through them
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.9.1
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.7 or later
Screen Grabber Pro
KEY FEATURES
Screen Grabber Pro makes taking screenshots and recording videos of your screen super easy. Need to show colleagues or friends what you’re looking at on your screen? With Screen Grabber Pro, all you have to do is launch, record, and send.
4/5 Stars MacUpdate
- Take snapshots in full screen or within a customized region of your screen
- Perform smooth, real-time screen recordings w/ crisp audio & custom configured resolution, frame rate, & more
- Annotate screen with shapes, texts and more in real-time during recording
- Convert recorded videos into multiple media formats
- Export files in JPG, PNG, & other popular formats
- Save screenshots or paste them to the clipboard
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 1.0
- Updates included
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.6 or later
SOFTWARE LICENSE DETAILS
- May be activated on up to 2 devices
PhotoStitcher
KEY FEATURES
There’s a beautiful landscape in front of you, but try as you might, you just can’t quite get it all in your lens. With PhotoStitcher, you don’t have to. This program allows you to smoothly and seamlessly combine photos of different resolutions, shooting angles, and even different perspectives into one perfectly aligned panorama.
- Create perfect panoramas of full cityscapes, mountains, & more w/ just one click
- Work w/ any arrangement of overlapping photos to piece together a complete image
- Crop your results to your liking
- Merge multiple microscope images into a single picture
- Automatically stitch satellite Google Earth images
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
Version 1.6
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.7 or later
- Intel CPU
- 1000 MHz processor
- 256 MB RAM
eXtra Voice Recorder
KEY FEATURES
Combine high-quality audio recording and an efficient audio file manager and you’ve got eXtra Voice Recorder. Let this handy tool be your mobile to-do list and self-reminder – all you have to do is hit a hotkey and you can instantly record messages. You can even add notes, photos, and bookmarks to recording for quick access later.
4.5/5 Stars on iTunes
- Record high-quality audio w/ the push of a button
- Bookmark important parts of each file for easy navigation
- Sync recordings between Mac, your apple devices, & Dropbox
- Add photos to files & keep them synchronized w/ audio
- Use the built-in search tool to quickly find the recordings or fragments you need
- Split recordings in your collection w/ the click of a button
- Export to MP3 & M4A, & send recordings by email
PRODUCT SPECS
Details & Requirements
- Version 3.1
Compatibility
- Mac OS X 10.7 or later
- 64-bit processor
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