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February 11, 2024

App updates for week 6

Apps and updates

Not much in terms of commentary this week. Maybe I will be adding VisionOS apps once they start showing up!



CleanMyMac X - Speed up and declutter Mac

Version: 4.15.0 released on February 06

Added:
- Introduced configurable protection scan settings for additional flexibility and personalization
- Moonlock Engine updated to version 1.2.0 to make your security scans even more efficient

Improved:
- Scan results layout to make your Protection module more convenient

Fixed:
- Minor interface layout issues



Permute - Convert audio, images, and videos

Version: 3.11.5 released on February 09

Improved: The crop window can now be resized.
Fixed: Issue where Animated WebP would not loop.
Fixed: Issue where Permute would copy audio tracks even when quality setting was Custom.



SQLPro Studio - Manage multiple DBMS

Version: 2024.11 released on February 10

+ Performance improvements for the query editor.



Sip - Pick colors for your designs

Version: 3.3.3 released on February 08

### New Features:


- “Ready to Use” now appears every time you open the app.
- Save Snapshots improvements.
- Better Input Monitorring permissions.

#### Bug Fixes:

- Fixed Photoshop and Illustrator’s integration.
- Prevent Options Menu open when the picker is closed.



ForkLift - Manage files across servers

Version: 4.0.7 released on February 05

Release Notes

ForkLift 4.0.7 (January 30, 2024)

New

- Italian localization
- Ukrainian localization
- Polish localization
- Option to print the selected files from the File menu

Improvements

- Improves the performance of “New Folder with Selection”
- Changes the editability of .eml files, which makes them previewable

Fixes

- Filters out the Tools (created in the Settings) from the “Open Favorite” section of Quick Open because those couldn’t be executed. The tools are now only listed in the “Execute Command” section
- Addresses the Terrapin Vulnerability (CVE-2023-48795)



Ulysses - Write and publish from one app

Version: 34.1 released on February 07

Fixes a performance problem when loading backups.



Boom 3D - Boost volume and audio quality

Version: 2.0.3 released on February 06

- We have fixed some minor defects in the UI.
- You can turn on a settings option to get rid of an issue related to balance shifting automatically.



Mockuuups Studio - Generate mockups for all devices

Version: 3.9.0 released on February 09

Just a heads-up, we're quietly but constantly updating our app with cool mockup scenes. Expect about 100 new mockups every month, along with little updates to keep everything running smoothly with the latest tech. Stay tuned! 👍

# New Features:
- Extensive Template Library: Reached over 4000 mockup templates, providing an even broader variety of options for your design needs.
- Thematic Mockup Collections: Introduced a wide range of new thematic mockup collections including e-commerce, sport, business, construction or people on transparent backgrounds.
- Latest Smartphones Added: Updated the device library in the Editor to include the newest models such as Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 15 Pro, keeping your mockups current.
- Angles for Popular Devices: For our most popular smartphones, users can now switch between multiple view angles: front, isometric, or perspective, enhancing the presentation of your design.

# Improvements:

- Enhanced Search Engine: Leveraging natural language processing, our improved search function allows users to find the perfect scene using keywords related to colors, mood, or specific objects within the scene.
- Related Mockups Feature: Discover related mockups effortlessly with our new feature on mockup detail pages, streamlining the design process.
- Sidebar Revamp: Improved the sidebar functionality with the ability to import screenshots directly from your mobile device via QR code scanning or file upload, enhancing workflow efficiency.



Backtrack - Record audio from the past

Version: 2.3.9 released on February 09

Bug fixes and minor UX changes for improved functionality!



UctoX - Edit and track your invoices

Version: 2.9.12 released on February 09

Fixed: iCloud sync issues.
Fixed: Crash on Apple Silicon computers when filtering storage items.



Gitfox - Commit faster with superior diffs

Version: 3.8.5 released on February 07

- Don't show error dialog if process exited with an abnormal exit code, but did not produce a message on `STDERR` or `STDOUT`
- Minor fixes and performance improvements
- Fixed root commit not producing diff



Diagrams - Visualize with diagrams

Version: 2.3.7 released on February 09

FIXES
• Fixed an issue where the size of exported diagrams as images was dependent on the screen's resolution.
• Exported images now maintain the correct logical size, a high-quality resolution, and accurate color profile



Speeko - Get better at public speaking

Version: 4.01.05 released on February 07

Welcome to a brand new era of Speeko. Stay tuned for more big exciting updates coming soon!

Fixed:
- We found a few UI bugs with recording sync and feedback reports. Our apologies to those who got caught up in the glitchy shenanigans!



AlDente Pro - Set battery charging limits

Version: 1.25 released on February 07

# AlDente 1.25 Tagliatelle


### Pro

- Added a Sensor Data widget to view battery-related data at a glance.

- Improved popover design by adding transparency effects to the widgets.

- Added hysteresis for the heat protection feature. There is now a minimum duration of 5 minutes for charging and pausing within heat protection. Read more about the updated Heat Protection feature on our blog: Feature Explanation - Heat Protection

- Temperatures are now alternatively displayed in Fahrenheit depending on the macOS preference.

- Calibration mode can now be continued after restarting AlDente or your MacBook.

- Added the option to remember the decision if Calibration Mode should be resumed after an interruption.

- The calibration widget now includes a button to stop the calibration.

- Improved the accuracy of the Power Flow data for MagSafe 2 MacBook Pros.

### All

- AlDente now asks if you want to quit the app when cmd+q is pressed.

- Overhauled AlDente's init and exit systems to further improve stability.

- Updated Dutch translations.

- Fixed a bug that caused the app to hang after discharging in clamshell mode.

- Fixed a bug that caused the charge limit to remain active even when the app was closed on Intel MacBooks.

With peace & love from Vienna,
AppHouseKitchen

Premium Support Email: [email protected]



Daily - Track time easily

Version: 1.22.15 released on February 05

• Improved French translations.
• Fixed an issue causing Daily to crash randomly.
• Fixed an issue causing Daily to sometimes crash after your Mac wakes up.



Expenses - Track your spending

Version: 3.4.7 released on February 07

・Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

Recent:
・Improved Trends.
・Added Trends for years.
・Added support for Shortcuts on macOS 14.



WidgetWall - Add widgets to Mac desktop

Version: 3.0.0 released on February 07

This update introduces a new TikTok widget, Notes backups, photo backgrounds for most widgets, many new features, bug fixes, and some experimental macOS native companion widgets:

New TikTok Widget
- Automatic scrolling between videos.
- Up and down keyboard arrow key shortcuts for previous and next videos.
- Convenient mute button for toggling sound.

Sticky Notes Widget
- The Sticky Notes widget now has a backup option with a list of past notes to select from.

Photos Widget
- Added a way to select a single photo from Apple Photos.
- Cat photos will cycle correctly with the interval time set.
- Lessened the chance for two of the same cats to appear when multiple cat photo widgets are on screen.
- The permission popup for Photos during the welcome screen has been delayed until after the welcome screen.
- In the Photos widget context menu, "Apple Photos" and longer-titled options will no longer truncate.

Music Widget
- "Show full cover" option in the context menu hides music controls when not moused over, showcasing the album cover.

Clock Widget
- The Clock widget should now sync precisely with the system clock.
- Fixed a corner radius bug when times were too long to fit in a small clock widget.

Calendar Widget
- Whitened dates on larger-sized Calendar widgets.
- Corrected a color bug on small-sized Calendar widgets.

Browser Widget
- Restored mobile views to the browser widget to display websites properly in the widget-sized browser.
- Browser widget will now automatically reload when a connection is lost and then detected again.
- Better 'server not found' and 'no internet' designs for Browser widget.

App Shortcuts Widget
- Corrected padding around App Shortcuts widget for even spacing.

General Features
- Images can now be added to most widgets as backgrounds, with options for overlay and blur.

System and Design Improvements
- If a subscription expires, Premium widgets will now remain on the desktop but display an overlay guiding the user to re-subscribe for access.
- New, more positive Premium badges instead of the lock icon.
- A handful of visual design refinements, including menu padding adjustments, image improvements, and new welcome screen images.
- Slightly refined menu slide-out transition.
- Improved Widget size transitions and context menu movement during transitions.
- Renamed Preferences to Settings to follow Apple's naming convention.
- The Settings window will now reset to the center of the screen each time it's opened to make it easy to find.
- Context menu dots are now properly vertically centered when grid size is set to Sonoma.
- Fixed having one too many widgets on the bottom of the screen when grid size is set to Sonoma.
- Sometimes, when first giving permissions for Photos, Reminders, and Calendar, an app restart is required for them to take effect. We added some messaging to communicate this when they get stuck.
- If an update is available, there will be a notification in the menubar menu, as well as when Contact Us is clicked, letting people know an update might fix their issue.
- The Contact Us email will now include monitor and space count in the footer to help us troubleshoot issues faster.
- A crash has been fixed.
- Updated screenshots for the Setapp landing page.

Experimental Native Widgets
- We're testing native widgets for Clock, Calculator, Photos, Stopwatch, App Shortcuts, and Weather, and we'd love to hear what you think. Since native widgets come with many limitations, we couldn't convert all of our widgets, but we're giving it a go with the ones we can. Let us know what you think.

Thank you for your support and feedback! If you encounter any issues or have ideas for new features, please contact us at [email protected].

With your help, we will keep making WidgetWall the best it can be!



Craft - Create and structure documents

Version: 2.7.1 released on February 08

Kick Off the Year with a Bang: Craft’s Monumental Update!

Unleash Collaboration Like Never Before: Dive into the future of productivity with document-based sharing! Now, the power of collaboration extends to anyone, anywhere - no Craft account needed. Whether it’s brainstorming with a client across the globe or getting feedback from a friend, seamless collaboration on a single document has never been easier.

A Sleeker, Smarter Layout: Say hello to a revamped Craft experience that’s not just beautiful, but smarter, too. We’ve streamlined our layout to enhance clarity and ensure an optimized experience for every user, especially our solo adventurers. Navigating your creative landscape in Craft is now more intuitive and delightful than ever.

Surprises Galore: Brace yourself for a treasure trove of enhancements! From tiny tweaks that’ll make you smile to massive overhauls that’ll have you jumping for joy, we’ve packed this update with a dozen surprises, both small and (MUCH) bigger. Craft is not just evolving; it’s revolutionizing the way you create, share, and collaborate.

This is just the beginning. Dive into Craft’s latest update and explore a world where your creativity knows no bounds and collaboration is boundless. Welcome to the next level of crafting your ideas into reality. Welcome to Craft Reloaded.

Embrace the extraordinary. Update now and transform your Craft experience.



VidCap - Generate captions for video

Version: 1.0.135 released on February 09

- New video renderer that should be snappier and easier on your RAM!



Dato - Stay on top of your schedule

Version: 5.2.1 released on February 07

- The app now requires macOS 14. You can get the last macOS 13 compatible version from the app's website.
- Duplicate events are automatically filtered out.
- Added the ability to run a shortcut from the Shortcuts app when joining a video call. This could be used to automate things (for example, turn on Do Not Disturb). See the "Extras" tab in the settings.



MoneyWiz 2023 - Budget and manage bills

Version: 2024.5.1 released on February 05

- In All Transactions view, transactions made in a currency different than the main/local currency will show the original currency of the transaction.
- When browsing reports that include transactions from archived accounts, such transactions will be marked by a small "archive" icon, so you can easily tell them apart.
- Bug fixes


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