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March 31, 2024

App updates for week 13

Apps and updates

I've been sort of noticing that a lot of apps repeat fairly often, so I'm working on plugging in more datasources for the updates. I hope that in the next, or next again, issue will contain a fresh set of new apps and their updates!

GoodTask - Sync to-dos with reminders

Version: 7.7.1 released on March 29

# Markdown on Notes field, List Memo & Goals page

- You can use markdown format on Notes field, List Memo & Goals page.
- It's built upon CommonMark specs. https://spec.commonmark.org

Basic syntax such as Bold, *italic- # Headings, Link and lists will work.

- You can turn it off inside ‘Settings - Advanced’ if you don’t prefer using it.


## Other improvements
- GoodTask link added on notes when ‘Duplicate as event’ runs
- Complete button on Task detail panel
- Alert menu added on New Task window (shown under Quick Action button)
- Quick action prompt works better when there are many selections
- Some adjustments & bug fixes

(v7.7.1)
- Bug fixes

Please consider supporting GoodTask by leaving us a review! We appreciate your feedback!

Version: 7.7.0 released on March 25

# Markdown on Notes field, List Memo & Goals page

- You can use markdown format on Notes field, List Memo & Goals page.
- It's built upon CommonMark specs. https://spec.commonmark.org

Basic syntax such as Bold, *italic- # Headings, Link and lists will work.

- You can turn it off inside ‘Settings - Advanced’ if you don’t prefer using it.


## Other improvements
- GoodTask link added on notes when ‘Duplicate as event’ runs
- Complete button on Task detail panel
- Alert menu added on New Task window (shown under Quick Action button)
- Quick action prompt works better when there are many selections
- Some adjustments & bug fixes

Please consider supporting GoodTask by leaving us a review! We appreciate your feedback!



Elmedia Player - Versatile media player

Version: 8.18 released on March 29

Some minor fixes and improvements.



Permute - Convert audio, images, and videos

Version: 3.11.8 released on March 25

New: You can now set bits per sample for PNG conversions.
Fixed: Issue where the PDF to Images module would not create the enclosing folder.
Fixed: Issue with HAP Alpha.



Downie - Download YouTube videos

Version: 4.7.7 released on March 25

New: oceanengine.com.
Improved: ardmediathek.de, lafabriqueculturelle.tv, loom.com, nhk.or.jp, tiktok.com, ximalaya.com, xinpianchang.com.



SQLPro Studio - Manage multiple DBMS

Version: 2024.21 released on March 27

+ Fixed a crash that could occur when deleting records.
+ Fixed a crash that could occur when removing shortscuts.



Sip - Pick colors for your designs

Version: 3.4.1 released on March 26

### New Features:


- ESC key dismiss picker tutorials.

#### Bug Fixes:

- Fixed palette lock issues.
- Fixed dock issues.



Boom 3D - Boost volume and audio quality

Version: 2.1.1 released on March 27

- We've resolved some random crashes, and fine-tuned the app for a smoother experience.
- We have fixed a defect where there was no sound when sound output device was connected via HDMI.
- The login session was not being remembered in Boom 3D when a user switches to another user account of the system and then switches back. This has now been resolved.



TablePlus - Query, edit, and manage databases

Version: 5.9.6 released on March 30

- TablePlus will not close item tabs when changing the schema.
- Bring back the lazy load item option.
- [Metrics board] Added dropdown.
- Fixed sequence bug where TablePlus generates the wrong creation statement.
- Support safe mode with CTA queries.
- Added Bootstrap CLI script when creating a new connection.



Moonitor - Receive live updates on crypto

Version: 3.0.3 released on March 28

- Complete new App.
- Better design.
- More stable.



CloudMounter - Connect cloud storage to Finder

Version: 4.5 released on March 25

Improved: integration with Dropbox.
Improved: encryption of file names.
Fixed: issues with retrieving public links on S3 connections.
Fixed: errors during files upload.
Other minor fixes.



MarsEdit - Create your text content offline

Version: 5.1.3 released on March 30

This update includes the following changes:

- Avoid a flicker that could occur when switching between blogs in the main window with dark mode enabled
- Fix a bug that caused the MarsEdit icon to bounce in the dock when setting ALT text in Micropost panel
- Fix the background color when scrolling the plain text editor beyond the top or bottom of the post
- No longer display an error when refreshing a WordPress blog and only one post type is not permitted to download
- Rich text editor now cleans up invalid characters that are pasted into it
- Fix a crash that could occur when a blog post has a "title" tag within it

Version 5.1.2 included these changes:

- Restore inference of alt text from image file name if it looks like prose
- Improve inference of post title from content when no explicit title
- Improve reliability of plain-text editor syntax highlighting
- Improve first-time authentication behavior with TextPattern blogs
- Fix a crash while refreshing that affected some WordPress blogs
- Fix a crash that could occur when using AppleScript to create a new draft based on an existing post
- Fix a bug where pasting a link on a freshly-uploaded image could cause it to revert to pending upload state
- Fix a bug that prevented default Title field visibility from being respected after editing a post

Version 5.1.1 included the following changes:

- Restore functionality of the MarsEdit Micropost app extension
- Cmd-Shift-D shortcut now works to send a post from the Micropost panel
- Fix syntax highlighting of entity references within HTML blocks
- Fix a bug in which published posts sometimems remained in Local Drafts folder
- Fix a bug that prevented Mastodon blogs with MP3 media items from refreshing
- Fix a crash when refreshing a WordPress blog with a malformed featured image post
- Improve performance when initializing a data source with lots of posts with featured images
- Restore dynamic hiding/showing of advanced menu items while holding/releasing option key
- Disable formatting keyboard shortcuts in Mastodon Micropost panel, since it doesn't support markup

Questions or concerns about the app? Get in touch at [email protected]. Thank you!



Diarly - Create a private personal diary

Version: 3.0.0 released on March 26

- Multiple Entries & prompts per day - Get creative with your entries by using different prompts. Morning thoughts, evening reflections, or anything else on your mind.

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Session - Pomodoro timer with analytics

Version: 2.10.0 released on March 27

- Abandon Session are now undo-able
- Widget actions
- Live activity actions
- Redesigned Apple Shortcuts
- Support Siri Shortcut. Start, abandon, pause, end session via Siri and Homepod
- Fix bug where notes view didn't auto update when the notes get edited
- Add "now" button on edit session to set end date to current date and time
- Change background noise volume when session is running
- Fix calendar event overlapping each other
- Restore blocked website when Session has ended

- Updated website matching for website blocker. (For example using x.com won't block max.com)



AirBuddy - Monitor your wireless devices

Version: 2.7.2 released on March 26

- Improved AirPods connection reliability in macOS Ventura and later
- Improved reliability of Spatial Audio control, especially for apps that don’t show up in now playing
- Improved support for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) USB-C charging case (macOS Ventura and later)
- In macOS Ventura and later, charged battery alerts will now work for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) even when they're charging inside the case with the lid closed
- In macOS Sonoma, the AirBuddy volume indicator will no longer show up for volume changes caused by the Personalized Volume feature on AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
- Addresses an issue that could cause repeated low battery alerts for some AirPods models
- Addresses an issue where a battery indicator could be partially hidden in the small status window when using increased font size
- Addresses an issue that could cause AirBuddy to display incorrect charging case battery information when only a single AirPod was inside the charging case



Expenses - Track your spending

Version: 3.4.14 released on March 25

・Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.



ClearVPN - Use an intuitive VPN

Version: 3.0.0 released on March 26

BIG REDESIGN IS OUT

After a year of research & prototyping, we’re releasing a new, redesigned ClearVPN!

What changed:

Main screen has a new, minimalistic look. One tap on that big juicy button will do all the VPN work for you.

To pick a country or see server details, go to connection settings at the bottom of the main screen. Streaming mode and Optimal location VPN also live there now.

More features like widgets, Siri shortcuts and our Chrome browser extension were moved to the Features tab.

This update reflects our mission: to secure your online journey in a hassle-free way.

We hope you’ll love it!



Dato - Stay on top of your schedule

Version: 5.2.9 released on March 27

- Fixed a bug with the menu bar icon setting.



Luminar Neo - Improve your photos like a pro

Version: 1.18.3 released on March 25

Luminar Neo 1.18.3: Fixed bugs in Mask AI and Sky AI
Enjoy this small but important update. We caught and fixed some bugs that appeared after the update of macOS Sonoma 14.4, which affected the neural masks in Mask AI and Sky AI. Now you can use these features as expected!


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