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As we reported earlier, it’s no surprise that Apple is actively working on Mac OS X 10.7. Bug reports from the early builds were spotted in November and as early as December Mac OS X 10.7 signatures appeared in web logs from Apple-owned IP addresses…

Kansas based BKeeney Software today announced Task Timer 4.3, an update to their time management software for Mac OS X and Windows. Task Timer is an easy-to-use project management tool that tracks time spent on an unlimited number of projects and tasks down to the minute. Version 4.3 is a major update that allows users to duplicate projects and tasks and gives the user more options for charting. This version also fixes a number of minor bugs.

GuzzMobile has released TTSMessenger 1.0, its Text to Speech app for iPhone and iPod touch devices. Now you have an App on iPhone that can speak what you type in, in a variety of accents, and either in male or female voices. It also allows you to send the TTS to an email address or a phone number by email. The concept of anonymous speech is now closer than ever, now if you have something to say, just type it in and let the App say it for you as TTS.

SimpleLeap Software has released Cram 1.3.2, an update to its popular flashcard & multiple-choice testing study app. Cram is perfect for students, teachers, or anyone else looking to prepare for any subject matter on their Mac with flashcards and practice multiple-choice tests. Version 1.3.2 updates with new features and fresher user interface. The application’s pairing with the iPhone and iPod Touch, and the ability to share test material with friends makes Cram for Mac an essential study tool.

Anusen has released Math Magic 2.7 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. Math Magic presents simple math problems that small children can answer by tapping the screen. Developers tested the program before its release and kids approved of the application unanimously, citing the fun factor. They loved solving the problems, hearing the real voice encouragements and receiving rewards, while their parents liked the fact that their children were learning so quickly and easily.

T-Minus 5 has released Transport Me Up 1.2 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. The app is a simple to use, yet cutting edge technological tool for users to track and be advised of their commuting schedules. Transport Me Up utilizes GPS meta-data and a user’s recurrent transportation patterns to assess daily commuting needs. Thanks to user input and filtering, the app only shows the desired types of transportation, along with departure times and locations.

Dubai based Shufflegazine, Apple lifestyle magazine for the Middle East, has announced the immediate availability of an application for iPhone and iPod touch that gives readers full access to the magazine on their favorite mobile device. Readers can download individual issues of the magazine, including back issues, or subscribe to automatically receive future issues when they’re published. The magazine will be available for iPhone on the same day the print issue comes out each month.

the binary family GmbH has released iKitty 1.2 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. iKitty gives users a pet that they can carry around in their pockets. The first app that allows users to be either nice or mean to a kitten, iKitty was inspired by the infamous cat juggling scene in the movie, “The Jerk”, starring Steve Martin. Developers loaded the app with extra features to ensure a realistic and satisfying experience, regardless of whether a user is naughty or nice to the cute little feline.

MyNature Inc. has released MyNature Animal Tracks 1.0 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. This is the first app on the market that can identify animal tracks using smart phone technology. Users can learn about the animal whose tracks they’ve found, see images, listen to the sounds they make and even find out what animals may be in the area where they are. Using categorized track illustrations, users can match what they’ve found against the listings in MyNature Animal Tracks.

Independent developer Esa Helttula has released Long Division 1.0, a new educational math app for iPhone and iPod touch. Long Division allows the user to solve long division problems step by step and animates all the steps. The app can be used to teach and study the long division method. The method breaks down a division problem into a series of easier steps. The app is easy to use and it has an intuitive interface with customizable colors and other settings.