Audio & Music Access Virus Apple LoopsÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Access Virus Apple Loops.dmg http://www.access-music.de Got GarageBand? Want some cool, retro, analog synth loops to use in your projects? Want them for free? You got it! This chunky 48MB package contains 20 loops that were all generated by Access MusicÕs phat Virus C synthesizer. You get funky bass grooves, edgy lead parts, fat filter sounds, punchy arpeggiated patterns, cool pad sounds, and more. Best of all, these loops are all royalty-free, so feel free to use them whenever you wantÑeven in commercial projects. Though you need GarageBand to take full advantage of this collection, these AIFF loops can be played on any Mac with QuickTime installed (requirements listed are for GarageBand incorporation). Access Music Freeware Access Music, http://www.access-music.de Requirements: 600MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or later, 256MB RAM, QuickTime 6.4 or later, Apple GarageBand Audio & Music AmpliTube Live 1.0.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:AmpliTube Live 1.0.1 demo http://www.ikmultimedia.com Sometimes software comes along and changes everything. Such is the case with AmpliTube LiveÑa complete guitar amp and effects emulator that can crank out tone just like the real deal. Just load it on your Mac, plug in your axe, and rock out through your choice of a Vox AC-30 top Boost, a Marshall JCM800, or a Fender Solid State combo amp (a loud PA system is our preferred method of assault, but headphones or a pair of cranked up speakers will do the trick, too). IK Multimedia 1.0.1 Demo IK Multimedia, info@ikmultimedia.com, http://www.ikmultimedia.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS 10.2 or later, 64MB RAM, audio input (instrument in highly recommended) Audio & Music AmpliTube X 1.2ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:AmpliTube X 1.2 demo http://www.ikmultimedia.com You idolized Eric ClaptonÕs melodically mellow Fender tweed sound in the 70s. In the 80s, it was all about Eddie Van HalenÕs screaming Marshall tone and The EdgeÕs unique Vox stylings, until Joe Satriani came along with his Peavey Classic. In the 90s, John PetrucciÕs and Kurt CobainÕs Mesa Boogie work caught your ear. Today, all you want is a Line 6 POD. But even if youÕre still playing through your cheap old Crate amp, you can have all these amps and a helluva lot more with this awesome audio plug-in (for RTAS, HTDM, VST, and AU host apps). The full package features 1,260 possible amp, preamp, and cabinet combinations that instantly gives you every tone imaginable, from crunch to clean and from vintage to modern, in your recordings, all in one boxÑno amp needed. You can also customize your tone with effects and EQ. IK Multimedia 1.2 Demo IK Multimedia, info@ikmultimedia.com, http://www.ikmultimedia.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, 128MB RAM, host app (HTDM, RTAS, VST, or AU) Audio & Music Audacity 1.2ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Audacity 1.2.dmg http://audacity.sourceforge.net/ Wanna make music but donÕt want to drop a dime on some fancy shmancy audio recording program? This may be the ticket. This free, multitrack audio recorder and editor lets you record audio, edit waveforms, mix tracks together, apply sound effects, and export your music as a WAV, AIFF, OGG, or MP3 file. It features a built-in amplitude envelope editor; a gain and pan control for every track; a customizable spectrogram mode; a frequency analysis window; bass boost, wahwah, and noise removal filters; and supports VST plug-ins too. Do note that this version currently does not support G5 Macs yet. Audacity 1.2 Freeware Audacity, audacity-help@lists.sourceforge.net, http://audacity.sourceforge.net/ Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later Audio & Music Bitshift Free Apple LoopsÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Bitshift Free Apple Loops http://www.bitshiftaudio.com If youÕve been GarageBanding it for the last couple of months, hereÕs a 41-loop collection thatÕll inspire even more hours of creation. If dance music is your forte, this package contains some great electro/breakbeat drum and synth loops created by BitshiftÕs beat guru, Art Gillespie (aka bitshift) from his forthcoming Apple Loops CD, bitshiftÕs banginÕ beats. Though the loops can be used freely to generate your own musical entertainment, some of the loop names alone are highly entertaining in their own right. Though you need GarageBand to take full advantage of this collection, these AIFF loops can be played on any Mac with QuickTime installed (requirements listed are for GarageBand incorporation). Bitshift Audio Freeware Bitshift Audio, info@bitshiftaudio.com, http://www.bitshiftaudio.com Requirements: 600MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or later, 256MB RAM, QuickTime 6.4 or later, Apple GarageBand Audio & Music Deck 3.5.2ÑTrial MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Deck 3.5.2 trial http://www.bias-inc.com This full-featured, multitrack digital audio workstation allows you to record and process up to 64 simultaneous tracks (999 virtual tracks) without any audio hardware. Not only can it do wonders for your audio and music projects, it features the tools you need for video and film, tooÑspot effects, edit dialog, process soundtracks, record ADR-style voiceovers, and mix everything down to stereo or 5.1 surround sound. Be sure to visit the BIAS Web site to check for a newer version. This trial gives you full use of Deck for 14 days. BIAS 3.5.2 Trial BIAS, Voice 800-775-2427, sales@bias-inc.com, http://www.bias-inc.com Requirements: 266MHz Power Mac or faster, Mac OS 8.6-9.x or OS X 10.1 or later, 128MB RAM Audio & Music Dent du Midi 0.7ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Dent du Midi 0.7.dmg http://homepage.mac.com/beryrinaldo/ddm If youÕre looking for a way to import MIDI files into GarageBand, this is your ticket to success. This way cool app takes any standard MIDI file and breaks it apart by channel to generate separate files for each track. You can then import all the files into GarageBand; each MIDI channel instrument will appear in a separate track. You can then edit any track and even loop it. Bery Rinaldo 0.7 Freeware Bery Rinaldo, beryrinaldo@mac.com, http://homepage.mac.com/beryrinaldo/ddm Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.8 or later, GarageBand or comparable app Audio & Music Live (OS X) 3.0.2ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Live (OS X) 3.0.2 demo.img http://www.ableton.com Performance musicians are in for a real treat with Live 3. Already a powerhouse audio processor, version 3 takes it to the next level, letting you dig right into a sample and edit notes directly. Or edit in a more freeform style by entering Draw mode and digging right into the clip envelope, where you can graphically tweak the pitch, volume, warping, and more. Ableton 3.0.2 Demo Ableton, support@ableton.com, http://www.ableton.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later, 256MB RAM Audio & Music Max/MSP 4.3.2ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:MaxMSP 4.3.2 demo:MaxMSP 4.3 Installer http://www.cycling74.com Max/MSP is quite possibly the deepest audio software youÕll ever encounter, but donÕt let that scare you. Included samples and tutorials, as well as excellent on-board help will ensure that you get up and running fairly quickly (not to mention this demo version, which gives you the full version for 30 days). So what can it do? Just about anything from simple effect processing to building synthesizers from scratch. Cycling Õ74 4.3.2 Demo Cycling Õ74, info@cycling74.com, http://www.cycling74.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, 256MB RAM Audio & Music Melody Assistant X 6.4.4ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Melody Assistant X 6.4.4 http://www.myriad-online.com/ This awesome program keeps getting better and is perfect for those of you who own no musical or MIDI gear whatsoever and want to make music with realistic-sounding instruments (though we think youÕll like it even if youÕre a world-class rock star). This latest version features a revamped interface, Real Singer II (a new technology that renders human voice sounds), and many more improvements and enhancements. The program integrates a digital sound database with music notation, allowing you to easily create, play, and print compositions using layers of a variety of instruments. This package also features a demo if Virtual Singer, an app that allows you to make your Mac sing any lyrics you type. Melody Assistant also allows MIDI output, and features a digital effects processor (reverb, flange, chorus, wah, overdrive, and more), multiple undos, and much more. It also allows you to export in MP3 format, add drum staves, incorporate a ÒHumanizeÓ tool, add multi-instrument staves, record and edit sounds, or add your own sounds (AIFF, WAV, OGG, MOD, MIDI) and use them as instruments. Truly amazing and at only 18 bucks, a steal! Myriad Software 6.4.4 Shareware Myriad Software, info@myriad-online.com, http://www.myriad-online.com/ Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later Audio & Music Metro SE 6ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Metro SE 6 demo http://www.sagantech.biz This ÒliteÓ version of big brother Metro features all the tools you need to record and sequence audio and MIDI tracks without all the pro audio geekery fuss. Metro SE lets you group sounds into 8 sections with up to 32 tracks per section (4 tracks of real audio only), supports VST 2.0 and Audio Unit (AU) plug-ins, multitrack recording at up to 96kHz/16-bit sample rates, wave editor, MIDI editor, fader and pan automation, drum grid editor, MIDI import and export, punch and overdub capabilities, and more. Sagan Technology 6 Demo Sagan Technology, http://www.sagantech.biz Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 9.1-9.x or OS X 10.2 or later, 64MB RAM (128MB for OS X) Audio & Music Pluggo 3.1.2ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Pluggo 3.1.2 demo http://www.cycling74.com For all you musicians and sound engineers of the world, this is THE mother-of-all audio plug-in packages. With over 100 effects and synthesis plug-ins, Pluggo contains everything you need to finesse your audio recordings and make even ho-hum tracks sound stellar. It contains delays, filters, pitch effects, distortion, spectral effects, modulators, multi-channel effects, synthesizers, drums, reverb, dynamics, and more. This package will work under any host app that supports Audio Units, VST or RTAS plug-in formats. Cycling Ô74 3.1.2 Demo Cycling Õ74, info@cycling74.com, http://www.cycling74.com Requirements: G4 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, host app (VST, AU, or RTAS) Audio & Music Reaktor X 4ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Reaktor X 4 demo http://www.native-instruments.de If youÕre a fan of Legos or Tinkertoys, you can apply the same concepts to audioÑwell, sort of. This synthesizer and sampler package gives you a wealth of tools to create and process sounds. It features a completely modular structure, allowing you to designate audio signal flow through the instruments, synthesis, and user interface to create your own instrument sounds, samples, and effects. It features 32-bit realtime signal processing with sample rates up to 768kHz; a huge collection of synths, surround and studio effects, live performance tools, and samplers; VST 2, Audio Units, CoreAudio, and RTAS support; and more. It can also function as a standalone app or as a plug-in. Native Instruments 4 Demo Native Instruments, info@native-instruments.com, http://www.native-instruments.de Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X Audio & Music Sibelius 3.1.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Sibelius 3.1.1 demo http://www.sibelius.com If you can differentiate between a line and a space on a staff, and know where to stick in notes to create a melody, this app is for you. Sibelius is a notation program that allows you to create compositions quickly by simply writing notes onto stavesÑthe traditional way. The software contains a bank of high-quality instruments for playback; you can score an entire orchestral arrangement and playback each part with the intended instrument sound. It also includes publishing tools to print out your own sheet music. Sibelius 3.1.1 Demo Sibelius, Voice 1-888-4-sibelius, infoUSA@sibelius.com, http://www.sibelius.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS 9.1-9.x or OS X 10.1.5 or later, 192MB RAM Audio & Music Unity Session X 3.3.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Unity Session X 3.3.1 demo http://www.bitheadz.com Why clutter your small home studio with hardware samplers and synthesizersÑnot to mention all those tangled cords that youÕll undoubtedly trip over at some pointÑwhen you can get the same sounds from software on your Mac? If youÕre familiar with BitHeadÕs virtual synthesizer and sampler apps (Unity AS-1 and Unity DS-1, respectively), Unity Session combines both programs and integrates them into one environment, giving you the functionality of hardware samplers, analog synthesizers, and physically modeled instruments. It also supports RTAS, VST, and AU plug-in formats. Need a wicked violin solo but donÕt have the instrument or capable hands? With Session, you can modify the physical sound characteristics of a bowed string model and play it directly from the virtual keyboard. You can also create your own sounds and instruments easily. So get busy! BitHeadz, Inc. 3.3.1 Demo BitHeadz, Inc., info@bitheadz.com, http://www.bitheadz.com Requirements: 500MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later, 512MB RAM Audio & Music Volume Logic 1.0ÑTrial MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:Volume Logic 1.0 trial.dmg http://www.octiv.com Get better sound from iTunes with this audio plug-in. Volume Logic is a realtime digital remastering tool that can improve the sound quality of any audio file. It uses a 5-band dynamics processor that examines and corrects audio to raise low levels, even out loud signals to prevent distortion, boost the bass, and more. It includes 18 presets for various musical genres to get you started. This trial version lets you listen in bliss for two weeks. Octiv 1.0 Trial Octiv, vlitunes@octiv.com, http://www.octiv.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac. Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iTunes 3 or later Development iLocalize 1.1.1ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Development:iLocalize 1.1.1.dmg http://www.curvuspro.ch If youÕre a developer whoÕs looking to spread your applications around the world, this nifty tool can help. iLocalize handles multiple languages within one Apple Developer Tools project all at the same time. It features automatic extraction of all strings within *.strings and *.nib files, incremental merge features (translation and layout), can import and export glossaries in XML or text format, supports simultaneous multiple projects, and more. Arizona 1.1.1 Shareware Arizona, info@curvuspro.ch, http://www.curvuspro.ch Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.3.2 or later, Apple Developer Tools Files from the Print Side Ogg Vorbis Icon CodeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Files from the Print Side:Ogg Vorbis Icon Code.txt http://www.macaddict.com If youÕre following along in our Play Oggs in iTunes how-to, this file contains the code that allows you to tweak the display settings for Ogg Vorbis file icon display. Just copy and paste this lovely bit of code into the Info.plist file we mention in step 3. MacAddict Freeware MacAddict, letters@macaddict.com, http://www.macaddict.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iTunes 3 or later Files from the Print Side ZBetterscan TipsÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Files from the Print Side:ZBetterscan Tips.pdf http://www.zbetterscan.com If you do a lot of scanning, check out some of these tips that can help you get the best quality out of your scanner. This article (in PDF format) was written by professional scanner operator Randy Zaucha, author of the ZBetterscan MethodÑa color table and instructional guide for calibrating Adobe Photoshop 4.0 or higher to your scanner. ZBetterscan Freeware ZBetterscan, info@zbetterscan.com, http://www.zbetterscan.com Requirements: Any Mac, Mac OS 7 or later, Acrobat Reader or Preview (or other PDF reader) Fun & Games Active Lancer 1.0.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Fun & Games:Active Lancer 1.0.1 demo http://www.freeverse.com Strap on your Lancer suit, arcade fans, and get ready to relive the top-view, side-scrolling action that kept you playing Xevious into the wee hours. This cool arcade shooter has you flying with the Lancer Squad, an elite team whose current mission is to defeat the diabolical war machine of an alien army bent on taking over the universe (what else?). Fly over diverse landscapes and prepare to do battle with alien ships, tanks, boats, and gun turrets. Fly solo or with a buddy. This demo is limited to two levels and multiplayer mode is disabled, but this taste is more than enough to get you hooked. Those of you MacAddict Disc Tour fans may recognize the soundtrack... Take a listen. Freeverse Software 1.0.1 Demo Freeverse Software, support@freeverse.com, http://www.freeverse.com Requirements: 300MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS 8.6-9.x or OS X 10.0 or later Fun & Games Rock Star 1.0ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Fun & Games:Rock Star 1.0.dmg http://www.freshlysqueezedsoftware.com Just how well do you know your own tunes? This game pits you against your entire iTunes collection in a ÒName That TuneÓ kind of way. It features four modes of playÑyou can guess the song title, the artist, the album, or play a ÒMixed Bag.Ó You can even play against your friends. Drawing on an iTunes playlist of your choice, Rock Star plays a segment of a song, and uses the ID3 tag information to quiz you (timed, of course) on the songÕs name, artist, or album info. You can upload your high scores to Freshly Squeezed SoftwareÕs online high score list to boot. This demo allows you to play two single-player games per launch. Freshly Squeezed Software 1.0 Shareware Freshly Squeezed Software, http://www.freshlysqueezedsoftware.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.3 or later, iTunes Fun & Games Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi AcademyÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Fun & Games:Star Wars Jedi Academy demo http://www.aspyr.com Is it strong, the force with you? Only one way to find out, PadawanÑinstall this Jedi Academy demo, fire up a lightsaber, and kick some Storm Trooper butt. You, as a new Jedi student, learn the ways of the Jedi from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker. Construct your own lightsaber, learn how to properly wield it, and choose your own mission and adventures. Aspyr Media 1.0.1 Demo Aspyr Media, Voice 888-212-7797, info@aspyr.com, http://www.aspyr.com Requirements: 500MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or later, 256MB RAM, 3D graphics accelerator with 32MB VRAM Graphics & Multimedia Bike Chain ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Bike Chain.dmg http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Break out of the Apple box and try these third-party iDVD themes from Blue Fusion. Best of all, theyÕre free. Bike Chain is an outdoorsy, dirtbike static theme that features motion buttons that are cutout like bike chain links. Blue Fusion UK Limited Freeware Blue Fusion UK Limited, info@idvd-themetastic.com, http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia Blue Fade ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Blue Fade.dmg http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Break out of the Apple box and try these third-party iDVD themes from Blue Fusion. Best of all, theyÕre free. Blue Fade is a Drop Zone theme that features a motion backdrop image. It also includes its own soundtrack. Blue Fusion UK Limited Freeware Blue Fusion UK Limited, info@idvd-themetastic.com, http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia Collage (OS 9) 1.0ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Collage (OS 9) 1.0 http://www.trinfinitysoftware.com This unique iTunes visualizer plug-in searches the Internet for images that relate to the artist, song, and album thatÕs currently playing in iTunes. It then displays an ongoing collage of these images onscreen. each song features a different set of images, which may include album cover art, band photos, live performance shots, and more. Trinfinity Software 1.0 Freeware Trinfinity Software, support@trinfinitysoftware.com, http://www.trinfinitysoftware.com Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 9.x, iTunes 2 or later Graphics & Multimedia Collage (OS X) 1.0.2ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Collage (OS X) 1.0.2.dmg http://www.trinfinitysoftware.com This unique iTunes visualizer plug-in searches the Internet for images that relate to the artist, song, and album thatÕs currently playing in iTunes. It then displays an ongoing collage of these images onscreen. each song features a different set of images, which may include album cover art, band photos, live performance shots, and more. Trinfinity Software 1.0.2 Freeware Trinfinity Software, support@trinfinitysoftware.com, http://www.trinfinitysoftware.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X, iTunes 2 or later Graphics & Multimedia dxpPlay 1.0ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:dxpPlay 1.0 http://www.dixieunlimited.com This flowing and sometimes furious OpenGL-based iTunes visualizer plug-in generates trippy graphic patterns that respond to your currently playing tune. Enjoy in either windowed or full screen mode. Dixie Unlimited 1.0 Freeware Dixie Unlimited, feedback@dixieunlimited.com, http://www.dixieunlimited.com Requirements: 400MHz G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later, Rage Pro 128 or faster card, iTunes 2.0 or later Graphics & Multimedia eZeScreen 1.2.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:eZeScreen 1.2.1 demo.dmg http://www.ezedia.com Blue- or greenscreen effects in iMovie? You betcha! This iMovie plug-in has Hollowood written all over it, allowing you to create big-budget special effects on a shoestring budget. Shoot sequences against a solid colored backdrop, overlay the clip over another movie clip in iMovie, and knock out the color to create a seamless composite. eZedia Inc. 1.2.1 Demo eZedia Inc., sales@ezedia.com, http://www.ezedia.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1.3 or later, iMovie 2.1.1 or later Graphics & Multimedia Fractogroovalicious 2.0ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Fractogroovalicious 2.0 http://www.2tothex.com Bored of AppleÕs default iTunes visualizer? This groovy iTunes plug-in renders fractals that react to your music in realtime. You get fractals, effects, automatic transitions, wavy lines, and all the groove goodness you can handle during your Òmellow-outÓ moments. Forrest Briggs 2.0 Shareware Forrest Briggs, forrest_briggs@hmc.edu, http://www.2tothex.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X, iTunes Graphics & Multimedia iDVD Brick ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:iDVD Brick Theme.pkg: http://www.idvdthemepak.com AppleÕs iDVD theme collection is nice, but if youÕre looking for something a little edgier, check out what iDVD Theme PAK has to offer. The company recently released a free series of themes and DopZone themes for use in iDVD 3 and 4. This Brick theme features a photo-realistic red brick wall with cutouts for your movie clips. Realeyz Imaging Freeware Realeyz Imaging, ask@dvdthemepak.com, http://www.idvdthemepak.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia iDVD Concrete DropZoneÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:iDVD Concrete DropZone.pkg: http://www.idvdthemepak.com AppleÕs iDVD theme collection is nice, but if youÕre looking for something a little edgier, check out what iDVD Theme PAK has to offer. The company recently released a free series of themes and DopZone themes for use in iDVD 3 and 4. This Concrete DropZone theme features two wells for motion movie clips and cutouts for additional clips against a concrete-like, textured surface. Realeyz Imaging Freeware Realeyz Imaging, ask@dvdthemepak.com, http://www.idvdthemepak.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia iDVD Concrete ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:iDVD Concrete Theme.pkg: http://www.idvdthemepak.com AppleÕs iDVD theme collection is nice, but if youÕre looking for something a little edgier, check out what iDVD Theme PAK has to offer. The company recently released a free series of themes and DopZone themes for use in iDVD 3 and 4. This Concrete theme features cutouts for movie clips against a concrete-like, textured surface. Realeyz Imaging Freeware Realeyz Imaging, ask@dvdthemepak.com, http://www.idvdthemepak.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia iDVD Street DropZoneÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:iDVD Street DropZone.pkg: http://www.idvdthemepak.com AppleÕs iDVD theme collection is nice, but if youÕre looking for something a little edgier, check out what iDVD Theme PAK has to offer. The company recently released a free series of themes and DopZone themes for use in iDVD 3 and 4. This Street DropZone theme has a metal grate appearance, and allows you to place a motion graphic in the circular well, plus additional clips in the cutouts. Realeyz Imaging Freeware Realeyz Imaging, ask@dvdthemepak.com, http://www.idvdthemepak.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia iDVD Street ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:iDVD Street Theme.pkg: http://www.idvdthemepak.com AppleÕs iDVD theme collection is nice, but if youÕre looking for something a little edgier, check out what iDVD Theme PAK has to offer. The company recently released a free series of themes and DopZone themes for use in iDVD 3 and 4. This Street theme has a metal grate appearance, and allows you to place movie clips in cutouts. Realeyz Imaging Freeware Realeyz Imaging, ask@dvdthemepak.com, http://www.idvdthemepak.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia Masks & Compositing 1.0ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Masks & Compositing 1.0 demo http://www.stupendous-software.com Add more effects to your iMovie arsenal with this set of 24 iMovie plug-ins. This package contains compositing tools, including blue and green screen effects, that allow you to layer clips together to produce really cool Hollywood-style effects. Replace backgrounds, superimpose clips over others, and more. It also includes clip bending, combining, mask extracting, and other effects. Stupendous Software 1.0 Demo Stupendous Software, info@stupendous-software.com, http://www.stupendous-software.com Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 9.x or OS X, iMovie 2.1.2 or later Graphics & Multimedia pxl SmartScale 1.0.2ÑTrial MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:pxl SmartScale 1.0.2 trial http://www.extensis.com/ Enlarging digital images beyond their maximum resolution never seems to work as well as it should. Instead of big, clean enlargements, we usually end up with a big, mushy, pixelated mess. SmartScale, a Photoshop plug-in built specifically for enlargements, gives you much more control than PhotoshopÕs built-in scaling tools, and better results too. Extensis 1.0.2 Trial Extensis, info@extensis.com, http://www.extensis.com/ Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS 9.2.2 or OS X 10.2.5 or later, 128MB RAM, Adobe Elements 2.0 or Photoshop 6.0.2 or later Graphics & Multimedia Slick SamplerÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Slick Sampler.img http://www.geethree.com If youÕre an iMovie fan, GeeThreeÕs volume set of Slick Transitions and Effects can lend a big-budget Hollywood feel to your digital videos. This sampler pack of iMovie plug-ins includes transitions (Barn Door-Open, Barn Door-Close, Burst, Drip, Heart-Open, Heart-Close, Radiator, and Sweep) and special effects (Film Noise, Solarize, and X-Ray). GeeThree Freeware GeeThree, info@geethree.com , http://www.geethree.com Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 9.x or OS X 10.1 or later, iMovie 2.1.1 or later Graphics & Multimedia Smiler ThemeÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Smiler Theme.dmg http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Break out of the Apple box and try these third-party iDVD themes from Blue Fusion. Best of all, theyÕre free. Smiler is a cheery static theme that features colorful smileys against a cloudy blue sky backdrop. It also includes its own soundtrack. Blue Fusion UK Limited Freeware Blue Fusion UK Limited, info@idvd-themetastic.com, http://www.idvd-themetastic.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X, iDVD 3 or later Graphics & Multimedia Timestretch-VisualizerÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Graphics & Multimedia:Timestretch-Visualizer.dmg http://www.timestretch.com Get a trippy alternative to iTunesÕ default visualizer. This iTunes plug-in is based on Juliamation, a BeOS screensaver that draws animated Julia sets. What the heck is a Julia set? LetÕs just say that the brain-numbing mathematical equation from one Gaston Julia produces some cool, trippy, morphing fractalish animation for your eyeball delight. Hit the C key and you can change the parameters and fractal formula. Timestretch Software Freeware Timestretch Software, erik@timestretch.com, http://www.timestretch.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.0.4 or later Interface BigFoot 2.2ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Interface:BigFoot 2.2.dmg http://www.sticksoftware.com Hang Ten and Walk This Way... This amusing little desktop toy lets a pair of feet traverse its way across your computer screen. Configure the preferences to change the feetÕs appearance and sizeÑfrom plain jane to rainbow gummiesÑand their behavior. Stick Software 2.2 Shareware Stick Software, support@sticksoftware.com, http://www.sticksoftware.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later Interface Eyeballs 3.0ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Interface:Eyeballs 3.0.dmg http://www.sticksoftware.com One of our absolute favorite ÒuselessÓ programs. This fun little app sticks a pair of eyeballs into your OS X menubarÑor anywhere on your desktopÑthat follow whatever you do (or at least where your cursor goes). This latest version now supports skins, which allow you to totally change Eyeballs appearanceÑimagine a green monster or a cobweb full of eyeballs watching your every move. You can also change the color of the eyes, the shape of the pupils, and their behavior via a preference pane. HereÕs looking at you, kid. Stick Software 3.0 Shareware Stick Software, support@sticksoftware.com, http://www.sticksoftware.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later Interface Fracture 1.2ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Interface:Fracture 1.2.dmg http://www.sticksoftware.com If youÕre one of those people who enjoys mutating, ever-changing-type screen savers, this one will surely fit the bill. Fracture draws fractal imagesÑbasically, super colorful, spontaneously-generating images created from mathematical calculationsÑon your screen. Purely mesmerizing. Stick Software 1.2 Shareware Stick Software, support@sticksoftware.com, http://www.sticksoftware.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later Interface iPodMiniWalker 1.0ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Interface:iPodMiniWalker 1.0.dmg http://www.softobe.com Get an iPod mini for next to nothingÑwell, a virtual one anyway. This cute and colorful 3D screen saver features all five colored iPod Minis, pirouetting on your desktop. You can also customize the saver by adding your own text messages and/or graphics via an RTF or RTFD file. SoftoBe 1.0 Shareware SoftoBe, info@softobe, http://www.softobe.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or later, fast graphics card Internet & Communication HTTP Mail Plugin (Jaguar) 1.35ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Internet & Communication:HTTPMailPlugin(10.2) 1.35.dmg http://sourceforge.net/projects/httpmail-plugin This free plug-in for AppleÕs Mail app lets you access your Hotmail account, stored on an httpmail server, from within Mail. This version works with Jaguar. Daniel Parnell 1.35 Freeware Daniel Parnell, dparnell@users.sourceforge.net, http://sourceforge.net/projects/httpmail-plugin Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.x Internet & Communication HTTP Mail Plugin (Panther) 1.35ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Internet & Communication:HTTPMailPlugin(10.3) 1.35.dmg http://sourceforge.net/projects/httpmail-plugin This free plug-in for AppleÕs Mail app lets you access your Hotmail account, stored on an httpmail server, from within Mail. This version works with Panther only. Daniel Parnell 1.35 Freeware Daniel Parnell, dparnell@users.sourceforge.net, http://sourceforge.net/projects/httpmail-plugin Requirements: G3 o faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.3 or later Productivity AccountEdge 2004ÑTrial MacAddict 93:Software:Productivity:AccountEdge 2004 trial http://www.myob.com If you count the company beans, it doesnÕt matter how small the company or how meager the rationsÑgood bookkeeping is mandatory. Is AccountEdge the solution? Fire up this 30-day trial and find outÑyou can use the example company file to learn the ropes, or enter your own company info. MYOB 2004 Trial MYOB, http://www.myob.com Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 9.x or OS X 10.1 or later Productivity Word Menu 2.2.12ÑTrial MacAddict 93:Software:Productivity:Word Menu 2.2.12 trial http://www.wordmenu.com DonÕt you hate it when you canÕt find the right, um, whatÕs it called, word? Word Menu can erase that problemÑthe program provides words for all occasions, and better yet, it references them in several clever ways so you can more easily find the right word to get your pointÑif you do have oneÑacross. This trial version gives you Word Menu in all its glory for 14 days. Write Brothers 2.2.12 Trial Write Brothers, sales@write-bros.com, http://www.wordmenu.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later, 128MB RAM Sponsors AmpliTube Live 1.0.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Audio & Music:AmpliTube Live 1.0.1 demo http://www.ikmultimedia.com Sometimes software comes along and changes everything. Such is the case with AmpliTube LiveÑa complete guitar amp and effects emulator that can crank out tone just like the real deal. Just load it on your Mac, plug in your axe, and rock out through your choice of a Vox AC-30 top Boost, a Marshall JCM800, or a Fender Solid State combo amp (a loud PA system is our preferred method of assault, but headphones or a pair of cranked up speakers will do the trick, too). IK Multimedia 1.0.1 Demo IK Multimedia, info@ikmultimedia.com, http://www.ikmultimedia.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS 10.2 or later, 64MB RAM, audio input (instrument in highly recommended) Sponsors BounceBack Express 4.3.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:BounceBackExpress4.3.1 demo.dmg http://www.cmsproducts.com We can never say it enoughÑanytime you want to tinker with the guts of your system, alwaysÑand we mean alwaysÑback up your system. This app can help. Designed specifically for Seagate drives, this automatic, easy to use backup software is designed to help protect your valuable data in the event of a computing disaster. CMS Products 4.3.1 Demo CMS Products, cs@cmsproducts.com, http://www.cmsproducts.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later, 128MB RAM, Seagate drive for backups Utilities BounceBack Express 4.3.1ÑDemo MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:BounceBackExpress4.3.1 demo.dmg http://www.cmsproducts.com We can never say it enoughÑanytime you want to tinker with the guts of your system, alwaysÑand we mean alwaysÑback up your system. This app can help. Designed specifically for Seagate drives, this automatic, easy to use backup software is designed to help protect your valuable data in the event of a computing disaster. CMS Products 4.3.1 Demo CMS Products, cs@cmsproducts.com, http://www.cmsproducts.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later, 128MB RAM, Seagate drive for backups Utilities DiskTracker (Classic) 2.3ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:DiskTracker (Classic) 2.3 http://www.disktracker.com/ This powerful cataloging utility helps you keep track of whatÕs on your CDs, Jaz disks, Zip disks, external hard drives, iPod, servers, and more. Plus, it features a handy disk labeling system to create and print professional disk labels. A truly excellent program, especially if you have a number of removable media disks. YouÕll need this to view the MacAddict disc catalog, which was created with this program. DonÕt forget to send in your shareware fee if you use it. Portents 2.3 Shareware Portents, support@portents.com, http://www.disktracker.com/ Requirements: Power Mac, Mac OS 7.5.3-9.x, Appearance Manager 1.3 or later Utilities DiskTracker (OS X) 2.3ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:DiskTracker (OS X) 2.3 http://www.disktracker.com/ This powerful cataloging utility helps you keep track of whatÕs on your CDs, Jaz disks, Zip disks, external hard drives, iPod, servers, and more. Plus, it features a handy disk labeling system to create and print professional disk labels. A truly excellent program, especially if you have a number of removable media disks. YouÕll need this to view the MacAddict disc catalog, which was created with this program. DonÕt forget to send in your shareware fee if you use it. Portents 2.3 Shareware Portents, support@portents.com, http://www.disktracker.com/ Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.0 or later Utilities iTunes Publisher 3.1.1ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:iTunes Publisher 3.1.1 http://www.macalester.edu/~jaas/itunespub.html This extremely cool app will convert your iTunes playlist into an HTML document, text file, tab-delimited text, M3U format, or even a QuickTime streaming server file. Let the rest of the world know what youÕre listening to, or use it to quickly compile a song list for your MP3 jukebox. Simple and very effective. Josh Aas 3.1.1 Shareware Josh Aas, josha@mac.com, http://www.macalester.edu/~jaas/itunespub.html Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later, iTunes 3 or later Utilities MacJanitor 1.2.1ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:MacJanitor 1.2.1.dmg http://personalpages.tds.net/~brian_hill/ For those who turn off their Mac every night, this freeware utility runs the Mac OS X maintenance tasks that are set to typically run between 3am and 5am. If you shut off your Mac at night and the series of tasks arenÕt allowed to run, your MacÕs log files can grow very large and prevent system databases from getting backed up. With MacJanitor, you can run these scripts manually without having to use the Terminal to keep your Mac OS X machine in top racing form. Brian Hill 1.2.1 Freeware Brian Hill, brianhill@mac.com, http://personalpages.tds.net/~brian_hill/ Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.1 or later Utilities Ogg Drop 1.0b3ÑFreeware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:Ogg Drop 1.0b3.dmg http://www.nouturn.com Get better-sounding music at smaller file sizes than MP3. This nifty encoder turns your AIFF files into Ogg Vorbis ones. It also supports CDDB so you can keep track of a CDÕs track names in the resulting files. No U-Turn Software 1.0b3 Freeware No U-Turn Software, support@nouturn.com, http://www.nouturn.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2 or later Utilities Speed Download 2.3.1ÑShareware MacAddict 93:Software:Utilities:Speed Download 2.3.1.dmg http://www.yazsoft.com Impatient with file downloads? Give this app a whirl. This download manager can improve your file download speeds and maximize your bandwidthÑno matter what type of connection you have or which browser you use. YazSoft 2.3.1 Shareware YazSoft, info@yazsoft.com, http://www.yazsoft.com Requirements: G3 or faster Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or later