A bit late but here's the updates for week 9. I've been using Downie a bit lately, works quite well!
PDF Squeezer - Compress PDFs without quality loss
Version: 4.5 released on February 29
New
- The file inspector can now be scrolled, which is useful when there are many metadata to show.- A new extra tool has been added. You can now extract and export text from a PDF file.
- The inspector on the right side is now visible at launch, if you didn't close it the last time you used it.
- There is now a progress indicator next to the file in the sidebar list.
- Processing of images with indexed color space has been improved.
- You can now open a compressed file in your PDF Reader app by double-clicking the icon or right-clicking on it.
- Now, when you add new files, the comparison mode no longer closes, if it is open.
- Some of the toolbar items have been reordered and are now visible at startup.
- Some translation improvements have been added.
- The appearance of the saved file size has been improved.
- The comparison mode is now also available if a file is currently being compressed.
- The new minimum OS is now macOS 11.0, if you've purchased the app before, you can still download an older version from the purchases section of the App Store. If you haven't purchased the app before, you can download older versions from my website.
- When you switch the selected file (not the compressed file) in comparison mode, the PDF viewer returns to page one.
- You can now share your statistics as an image by clicking the new button in the statistics window.
# Fixed
- Sometimes the compression did not start or the button to start the compression wasn't visible.
- Some Macs may not utilized all the performance CPU cores when compressing files.
- Editing custom metadata settings did not apply in certain situations.
- In certain cases, metadata containing special characters did not display correctly.
- Switching the selected file could hide the correct title of the selected file in the inspector.
- The app did crash when sorting by date.
- When switching between files in comparison mode, the button labels may did not update correctly.
Permute - Convert audio, images, and videos
Version: 3.11.6 released on February 27
New: H.264 and H.265 formats now support CRF mode when using custom quality.
Fixed: MJPEG conversion failing in certain cases.
Downie - Download YouTube videos
Version: 4.7.4 released on February 27
New: foxsports.com.
Improved: bilibili.com, cc.com, coursera.org, douyin.com, skillshare.com, soundcloud.com, tiktok.com, weibo.com, wetv.vip.
Paste - Never lose anything you copy
Version: 4.2.1 released on February 28
- Fixed functional key shortcuts for recording and enabled Esc to cancel recording.
- Changed the default shortcuts for next/previous pinboard to Cmd+arrows.
- Added a "Reveal in Finder" option to the context menu for files.
- Other minor fixes & improvements.
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Sip - Pick colors for your designs
Version: 3.4 released on February 27
### New Features:
- Global shortcuts work better when the picker is visible.
#### Bug Fixes:
- Fixed minor issues.
Pagico - Manage teams and projects
Version: 10 released on March 01
This version of Pagico includes the following updates:
- Fixed an issue where you could not print selected items only
- Fixed an issue where the right-click menu may become too long
- Improved the font size of contact item group headings
- Fixed an issue where containers cloned from templates may not show the correct content tab in some cases
- Added the ability to delete content tabs
- Other minor adjustments
Boom 3D - Boost volume and audio quality
Version: 2.1.0 released on February 29
- Settings UI Revamp: We've given the settings interface a fresh new look!
- Discover our apps: Explore our other app offerings from within Boom 3D (on the left, in the title bar)
- Defect fixes and improvements: Your listening experience is our top priority, and we have deployed some defect fixes to improve it.
We hope you enjoy it. Please feel free to contact us with feedback, suggestions, and feature requests at [email protected]. We’re all ears! :)
GlueMotion - Turn photos into time lapses
Version: 2.2.2 released on February 29
- Bug Fixed: Resolved several minor issues to enhance overall performance and functionality.
MindNode - Mind map and brainstorm ideas
Version: 2023.3.3 released on February 28
- Fixed a bug where not all nodes would be dragged in Manual Layout
One Switch - Access macOS features fast
Version: 1.34.1 released on March 01
- Added "Energy Mode" switch: Conveniently switch between "Low Power" or "High Power" modes on M1/M2/M3 Max models (16 inch) and M3 Max (14 inch);
- Improved license management: Users can choose to deactivate all devices to use One Switch on a new device;
- Added support for French;
- Details refined.
Version: 1.34 released on February 28
- Added "Energy Mode" switch: Conveniently switch between "Low Power" or "High Power" modes on M1/M2/M3 Max models;
- Added support for French;
- Details refined.
Pulltube - Download and trim videos
Version: 1.8.5.27 released on March 02
- important fixes for some tiktok links
- fixed francetv, CCTV, RAI network downloads
Version: 1.8.5.26 released on February 28
- improved some cases for bilibili, YouTube, cloudflarestream, archive.org, cnbc, goplay, twitter, facebook
- Vimeo videos that require log in should now be working fine
- nebula podcasts are now supported
Backtrack - Record audio from the past
Version: 2.4.0 released on March 02
Bug fixes and minor UX changes for improved functionality!
24 Hour Wallpaper - 90+ dynamic wallpapers
Version: 6.0 released on February 29
Welcome to the all new 24 Hour Wallpaper. This is a complete rebuild from the ground up. We hope you enjoy the changes as well as the new wallpapers. This update includes 28 new wallpapers including a variety of new styles. Please let us know if you have comments, feedback, or issues by e-mailing us at [email protected]. Enjoy 24 Hour Wallpaper.
MonsterWriter - Write complex texts easily
Version: 2.1.0 released on February 27
When pressing cmd+i you can now choose to insert different section types from a dropdown. This is an alternative to using the section type selector to change the current section type.
Tripsy - Plan trips on Mac and iOS
Version: 2.19.4 released on February 28
• Fixed an issue when adding new transportation using existing activities as locations would cause a time change after saving the transportation. Now, the transportation will follow the time zones of the activities selected.
• Fixed an issue when the widget would not update automatically the information after a few hours
• Fixed an issue when uploading two different files with the same would cause a conflict and end up always opening the same file
• Fixed an issue on the collaborator's screen that was cutting the footer text
• Fixed an issue on the calendar sync, where some activities would display as "BUSY" in some calendar clients, and it shouldn't. Only some categories will appear busy, such as a flight or train activity.
Craft - Create and structure documents
Version: 2.7.4 released on February 27
Your Voice, Our Action
A heartfelt thank you for sharing your valuable insights and feedback on our last major update. Fueled by your suggestions, we've embarked on refining Craft together, bringing a suite of enhancements and tweaks in this latest release - and yes, it still includes a couple of delightful surprises!
Effortless Navigation: Dive into a more intuitive experience with the ability to effortlessly swap the left sidebar with a simple swipe when you are in a document. It’s all about making your navigation smoother and more natural than ever before.
Revamped Window and Tab Mastery: We’ve tackled several quirks around window and tab management, alongside state restoration, ensuring a seamless transition between your creative flows. No more distractions, just a streamlined pathway to your brilliance.
Performance Power-Up: Experience the difference with key performance improvements that might seem modest but pack a significant punch. We're talking smoother operations, faster loading times, and an overall boost that makes everything feel snappier.
Whiteboard Beta & Sensory Enhancements: Get ready to unleash your creativity with the beta version of our simple yet powerful Whiteboard, complemented by the first set of sounds and haptics updates. It's a multi-sensory experience designed to bring your ideas to life in the most vibrant way possible.
This update is our way of saying thank you for being part of our journey. Dive in, explore, and let your creativity soar. The future is bright, and together, we’re just getting started.
VidCap - Generate captions for video
Version: 1.0.144 released on February 28
- Numerous rendering bug fixes.
Version: 1.0.143 released on February 26
- Fixes rendering on Intel based Macs.
In Your Face - Get full-screen meeting alerts
Version: 3.7.1 released on March 03
FIXES
- Countdown widget counts beyond event's time
- Clicking OK button in alert is only possible after 2 second delay
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