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Excerpt: Learn GarageBand tips and tricks

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:36:00 -0700

It’s no secret that GarageBand is entry-level music editing software. But at the same time, GarageBand can perform feats that aren’t immediately obvious. In this excerpt from Take Control of Recording with GarageBand, Jeff Tolbert shares some tips and tricks for the music-creation software.

Cumulus fixes Backup Manager issue

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:53:00 -0700

Canto has updated its digital asset management software Cumulus with fixes for Backup Manager and more.

Too many mics, not enough preamps

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:26:00 -0700

Jim Dalrymple’s new album is coming along nicely, but he's run into a few problems trying to find enough inputs to get everything recorded.

Adobe releases Acrobat, Creative Suite updates

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:15:00 -0700

Adobe shipped the latest version of Acrobat Pro that it announced earlier this month; also, the company updated its Creative Suite software to include Acrobat Pro 9.

Review: ArtixScan M1 Pro dual media scanner

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:07:00 -0700

With its support for many pro-level transparency types and two full-featured professional software packages, the ArtixScan M1 Pro is a step up, both in quality and in price, from consumer photo and document scanners.

Digital Photo: How to buy a camera lens

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:15:00 -0700

Still using the lens that came with your digital SLR? Explore the creative possibilities of your camera by buying a new lens. Whether looking for a zoom lens or a prime lens, we'll show you what to look for when shopping.

Review: Canon Vixia HV30 high-definition camcorder

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0700

In a world where consumer Mini DV camcorders are being phased out, the HV30 is easily a top choice. The camcorder’s impressive feature set and superb video quality should cater to both advanced and amateur video makers.

Avenza updates Geographic Imager plugin for Photoshop

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 09:52:00 -0700

Geographic Imager 2.0 adds new tools and automated scripting. The plugin adds geospatial functionality to Photoshop CS2 and CS3.

Extensis releases Universal Type Server

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:17:00 -0700

First announced in January, Universal Type Server manages fonts for multiple users in small workgroups or large corporations. The product ships next week.

HP’s billion-color monitor gets a price: $3,499

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:59:00 -0700

Hewlett-Packard says its 24-inch DreamColor LP2480zx will deliver true colors because of its ability to display 30-bit color, which can provide up to one billion colors.

Acrobat finds a new home on the Web

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:47:00 -0700

James Dempsey takes a look at Acrobat 9 Pro and Acrobat.com—that latest PDF-creation tools announced by Adobe this week.

Acrobat 9 features native Flash support

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 05:07:00 -0700

Adobe's new Acrobat 9 software features native Flash support, integration with Acrobat.com and other enhancements.

First Look: Acrobat.com documentation collaboration service

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Adobe on Monday launched the free public beta version of Acrobat.com, a Web-based supplement to its popular PDF document creation application. PC World offers a first look at the service.

First Look: Adobe Acrobat 9

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:00:00 -0700

With the new Acrobat 9, Adobe adds features that elevate Acrobat to a potential must-have application for business and individuals alike. PC World takes a first look.