Apple news blog

Fins-Up, LLC has announced the FIN, a new aesthetic, single piece combination handle/stand designed exclusively for Apple MacBook 13″ Polycarbonate unibody enclosure notebook computers. The streamlined design of the FIN is aesthetically unobtrusive, with only a single piece to install. The powder coated finish matches that of your notebook exactly, becoming literally an extension of the computer. Constructed from durable 100% aircraft-grade aluminum, the FIN helps transport your notebook safely.

Hunter Research and Technology has announced Theodolite 1.1 for iPhone. This novel multi-function augmented reality app serves as a compass, GPS, map, zoom camera, and two-axis inclinometer. Based on the concept of a centuries-old astronomical instrument, Theodolite overlays real-time information about position, altitude, bearing, and horizontal/vertical inclination on the iPhone’s live camera image, turning the iPhone into a sophisticated location-aware viewfinder.

Larry Roy has released ATC Pro 1.3 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. ATC Pro is a realistic sim application that puts users in control of the flow of aircraft in and out of airports. All aspects of flight safety are up to the user. The realistic air traffic control simulation app features a host of options and scenarios guaranteed to engage and excite users. ATC Pro utilizes a USGS map approach for more interesting and realistic playing experiences.

Awakin Digital Publishing has released Titanifacts 1.1 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. The developer has added even more to the already feature-rich app, including new clips and content about the legendary Titanic. Users can now even view Titanic Island movies without WiFi. Titanic fans have eagerly embraced this app to engage with other Titanic enthusiasts, see the photos and access unique events, information and features not found elsewhere.

Flux Visual has released Hookah 1.0 for iPhone and iPod Touch users looking for a realistic smoking app. Hookah is the most realistic smoking app on the market, with authentic sounds, amazing life-like graphics and animation, all of which gives users the sense of smoking satisfaction. The best part of all is the fact with Hookah there is no offending smell and no health risks associated with this now taboo pleasure.

Joost Verrijt and AppsAnomalous have released MyWiki 1.1.1 for iPhone and iPod Touch users. MyWiki is the ultimate in information and workflow management, allowing users to create, link, edit and access personal and professional information in customized formats. The app is easy to use by beginner and seasoned Wiki creator alike. Each page created in the app can contain user inserted text, photos, specified font formatting, links to other articles and lists.

Independent developer Brice Milliorn has announced My Pocket Mistress 1.0 for iPhone and iPod touch devices. Experience the hottest interactive video application available on the App Store. Over 30 minutes of Footage from 21 Videos plus 36 Audio Phrases and 150 Photos. My Pocket Mistress moves, she’s interactive, and most importantly she’s real. Yes she’s real! She’s not some 3D rendered mannequin. Seriously, why would you want to buy an application of a dancing mannequin?

Mac-Chi has released WhoPaste 4.3, their popular contact utility for Mac OS X. With a single keystroke, WhoPaste can create contact records from the selected text in web pages, e-mails messages, or even spreadsheets. WhoPaste supports Marketcircle’s award winning Daylite, as well as Apple’s Address Book, Google’s Contacts, and Entourage. Version 4.3 adds dynamic rule management, implementing opportunity creation in Daylite, and expanding the custom data extractions available for Daylite.

QSoft has announced Tap Tap Cash 1.2, an update to their popular tap for gold game for iPhone and iPod touch. Tap Tap Cash is an addictive and very fast paced game where players have to collect as many bags of gold coins as possible in 30 seconds. Tap a bag, and the number of coins in the bag is added to the score. Players can publish their score to Facebook and Twitter for 500 bonuspoints each. Every week, the top 3 scorers are rewarded a big cash prize via PayPal.

Yazsoft has announced the Playback Media Server – Console Giveaway. From Jan 17-Feb 14, 2010, we will be giving away 3 PS3/XBOX consoles to 3 lucky winners accompanied by a free Playback license valid for 3 Macs. No purchase required to enter. The 3 winners will be selected by random draw the shortly following Feb 14, 2010. All users that actually do purchase a license during this period will automatically get double the entries for the draw as a token of thanks.