Apple moved its web-based versions of its iWork office suite, including Pages, Numbers, and Keynote out of iCloud’s beta site and onto…
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Apple’s Pages for iOS still needs some work
As more professionals are eschewing laptops for iPads, Apple needs to seriously step up its game with its iOS iWork offerings. Lack of parity between iOS and OS X iWork apps is beginning to become tough to handle.…
Read MoreThree Mac apps to help you self publish your book
I'm looking to self-publish my writing, so I took a look at a bunch of different Mac apps that can create ebooks. The best I found were Apple's Pages, Adobe InDesign, and Scrivener. Here's a look the pros and cons of each program.…
Read MoreTips for integrating Documents in the Cloud into your life
I need a central place to store all my files, and Documents in the Cloud is an easy way for me to access them from any of my devices. Here's a walk through how I'm using the software, as well as some pitfalls to avoid.…
Read MoreHands on: iWork Documents in the Cloud
With the release of OS X Mountain Lion on Tuesday, and updated versions of the iWork apps (which also now have Retina display support) I can finally sync and edit files across all my Apple devices. Here's a quick tutorial on how to set this up.…
Read MoreiOS 5: Documents in the Cloud
Of all the iOS 5/iCloud announcements made during this summer's WWDC, the one that excited me the most was Documents in the Cloud. Unfortunately, it's also turned into the one that disappointed me the most at launch, thanks to a number of issues.…
Read More5 things I love about Lion
Mac OS X Lion is not without its problems, but there's also a lot to love about the big cat. My top five favorite things about Lion include some revolutionary shifts, along with a few relatively small changes that make a big difference.…
Read More5 things I don’t like about Lion
Mac OS X Lion has been around long enough to bring to light some quirks that aren't exactly endearing. None are deal-breakers, so I won't be going back to Snow Leopard, but here are five things I really wish were different about OS X 10.7.…
Read More2011 Mac mini review: Ding dong, the disc is dead
The new Mac mini does away with the optical disc drive, leading to a price reduction for Apple's diminutive desktop. Without it, and with the addition of Thunderbolt and dedicated graphics, how does the mini stack up as a desktop and as a home theater PC?…
Read MoreHow to use OS X Lion Versions with iWork
Mac OS X Lion comes with Versions support, which means that so long as an app is programmed to use it, your documents will save a history of changes that you can navigate through and restore from. Here's how Versions works with iWork (and more).…
Read More5 great apps that should get even better in iOS 5
There are a lot of new features coming in iOS 5, and they should enable App Store developers to do a lot more with their software. There are a few apps in particular that would benefit from some of the things iOS 5 has to offer.…
Read MoreApple Releases iWork 1.3 With Support for iOS 4.2
Apple released a fresh update of its iPad productivity suite iWork yesterday. This update supports core iOS 4.2 features such as AirPrint and multitasking. The update also brings better PDF exporting, and provides some fixes for font issues that arise on export.…
Read MoreiPad iWork 1.2 Update: Better Sync for Files, Office
The iWork 1.2 update for iPad brings about a whole host of welcome improvements. The best one in my opinion is the ability to import and export directly from iDisk, or any WebDAV-supported virtual disk. Also, all three apps can now export in MS Office-compatible formats.…
Read MoreHoly Grails, Windmills, and Serious Writing On the iPad
Writing apps on the iPad have become a Holy Grail for me. I've tried them all. Serious Writing on the iPad, I felt, needed Serious Tools. All the apps did most of the things I felt were necessary. But that one true app eluded me.…
Read More10 Easy Ways to Enhance Your Facebook Page
Last year, I looked into the way companies are using Enhanced Facebook Pages as a way to beef up the branding and interactivity available with Facebook's default Page settings. On my company blog, I explored the enhanced Pages of companies such as Starbucks and The Gap.…
Read MoreiPad Dock Perfect for Writing
One of the best features of the iPad is its lack of features, especially when it comes to writing. Knowing that chat is not running and Twitter is turned off lets the writer focus entirely on the task of writing.…
Read MoreIn Depth Look: Pages on the iPad
Apple’s famous word processing application Pages has seen its first update of 2010, delivered as a touch-enabled little brother for the new iPad. But how does this version stack up to its OS X counterpart? After testing the app for almost a week, here are my thoughts.…
Read MoreFacebook Pages, Groups and Profiles Explained
So many changes on Facebook, so little time. Just when you think you understand the differences between Profiles, Pages and Groups, and…
Read MorePredicting 2010: iLife, iWork & iTunes
With 2010 around the corner, Apple is poised to begin a new year that should yield lots of great advancements in its…
Read MoreAcademic Appeal: Comparing Pages and Word 2008
This time of year, it seems almost inevitable. There’s a forum post somewhere, a plea for help in the middle of the…
Read MoreQuick Tips: iWork ’09
Having used Microsoft Office for many years, despite my utter distain for them, nobody was happier than me when Apple launched the iWork applications. For my light office application needs, Pages, Keynote and Numbers are just perfect. Here are a few tips I use to make my time in the iWork apps a little easier.…
Read MoreVid-Biz: Webbys, QuickTime X, PC-TV Tuners
Watch Webby Footage; check out the five-word acceptance speeches from winners and celebs as well as the gala and red carpet. (YouTube)…
Read MoreiWork ’09: Keynote Transitions, Linked Graphs, Categories, Templates, and iWork.com
When iWork was first announced, I will admit that I had a sinking feeling there was a strong danger that the suite…
Read MoreJumsoft is at it again: All-in-One Business Packs Released
Today, Jumsoft released their All-in-One Business Packs for Apple’s Keynote, Pages and iWeb. Maintain the same style among your documents, Web site,…
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