ContactZ for FileMaker Pro debuts Jul 25, 2007
MacConsulting on Tuesday announced the release of for FileMaker Pro, a new contact management tool for small businesses. It s priced starting at $49; a 30-day demo is available for download. (MacCentral)
FileMaker Gets Easier and Broadens Reach Jul 12, 2007
Focusing on both major front-end and back-end renovations, FileMaker yesterday announced the release of FileMaker Pro 9, a popular small and mid-sized business database for Windows and Mac operating systems ... FileMaker Pro 9 comes with 20 predefined conditions or create your own ... Connectivity to popular SQL databases means you can build relationships between FileMaker Pro 9 and external data sources. (SmallBusinessComputing)
FileMaker Pro 9 Now Available Jul 12, 2007
FileMaker Tuesday announced the immediate availability of FileMaker Pro 9, an all-new version of its award-winning database software for Windows and Mac OS.. The company calls the release its, "most dramatic new offering in years." Available versions include FileMaker Pro 9, FileMaker Pro 9 Advanced, FileMaker Server 9 and FileMaker Server 9 Advanced ... "With FileMaker 9 we go further. We make it easier than ever for developers and users to manage information in amazingly productive and... (PC World)
Filemaker 9 focuses on ease of use Jul 11, 2007
For New users FileMaker Pro 9 costs $299 and FileMaker Pro 9 Advanced costs $499. Existing users of FileMaker Pro 7, 8 and 8 ... 5 can upgrade to FileMaker Pro 9 for $179. (MacCentral)
FileMaker 9 opens up to enterprise data Jul 11, 2007
FileMaker has released version 9 of its namesake database software, FileMaker Pro, with new integration features that will simplify access to SQL data sources and Web publishing with PHP. ... FileMaker Pro 9 and FileMaker Pro Advanced 9 clients are available now for $499 and $799 respectively, and the server and Advanced server retail for $1645 and $4175. (Computerworld Australia)
FileMaker 9 Connects to SQL Data Jul 11, 2007
The new FileMaker 9 product line includes FileMaker Pro 9, FileMaker Pro 9 Advanced, FileMaker Server 9 and FileMaker Server 9 Advanced ... Most importantly, company officials said, the new products allow FileMaker Pro users and workgroups to talk to external SQL data sources: MySQL, Oracle SQL and Microsoft SQL Server ... With the new one-way or two-way live connectivity to SQL sources, FileMaker Pro 9 users can securely create custom reports, add calculations and other fields and build... (eWeek)
Orange breaches Data Protection Act Jun 25, 2007
If they do not, they not only risk further action from the information commissioner but also risk losing the trust of their customers (PC Advisor)
Nvidia to offer 'desk-side' supercomputer Jun 24, 2007
Nvidia to offer 'desk-side' supercomputer News - PC Advisor (PC Advisor)
USB Sentry protects FileMaker Pro databases Jun 20, 2007
FMWebschool has released , a plug-in for FileMaker Pro 7 and 8 that enables you to lock down your FileMaker Pro database using a USB stick ... USB Sentry is aimed at FileMaker Pro developers looking for a degree of security, to make sure their custom databases don t end up copied on someone else s computer besides their client s. ... USB Sentry works with FileMaker Pro 7 or later on both Mac OS X and Windows. (MacCentral)
FusionCharts Free makes Flash-based FileMaker charts Jun 15, 2007
It s a free tool for FileMaker Pro that generates animated charts using Adobe Flash technology ... FusionCharts Free lets you create line charts, column charts, pie charts and more advanced charts using FileMaker Pro data. (MacCentral)
Apple Updates MacBook Pros Jun 7, 2007
All models also feature bundled software, including Apple's iLife '06 suite (with iTunes, iPhoto, iMovieHD, iDVD, iWeb and GarageBand), Front Row, Photo Booth, and trial versions of Microsoft Office 2004, FileMaker Pro, Aperture and iWork '06. This update has been hotly anticipated by the Mac rumor mill, especially after Apple upgraded its MacBook line of consumer laptops last month and after PC manufacturers started to release notebooks based on Intel's Santa Rosa chip set. (eWeek)
FmPro Script Diff compares FileMaker Pro scripts Jun 5, 2007
June 04, 2007 1:23 pm ET. com Solutions has released , a utility that compares, edits, searches and stores scripts made using FileMaker s ScriptMaker. (MacCentral)
Google ships web application development kit Jun 3, 2007
Try a FREE 30-day trial of FileMaker Pro 8. 5 and get a FREE ROI White Paper for technology professionals AND Security Guide. (Macworld UK)
Smartphone add-ons can make your daily life easier to navigate May 25, 2007
HanDBase software for PDAs is almost a full-blown database program, much like the popular FileMaker Pro. You can use it to build custom relational databases for serious work or collect data just for fun, such as my classic cars database. (The Clarion-Ledger)
AppleScript Pro Sessions to feature Sal Soghoian May 8, 2007
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, FileMaker Pro, BBEdit and other applications are covered. In addition to Soghoian, other presenters include Gary Cosimini, business development director for Adobe Systems, who will talk about InDesign CS3 Server, and Quark, to discuss QuarkXPress Server 7. (MacCentral)
FileMaker launches Technical Network May 3, 2007
The Technical Network provides users with a members-only online library, offering in-depth information on a variety of development topics such as web integration, linking to external data sources and increasing database performance; FileMaker Tech Talk provides a live 24/7 online discussion forum dedicated to helping FileMaker Pro users network together to share tips and expertise in developing FileMaker database solutions; and FileMaker Server Advanced Development License delivers a... (MacCentral)
Crapware Often Key to PC Profitibility Apr 19, 2007
The trial software on current Macs includes MS Office and iWork on all Macs plus FileMaker Pro on the Mac Pro and MacBook Pro ... The trial software on current Macs includes MS Office and iWork on all Macs plus FileMaker Pro on the Mac Pro and MacBook Pro. (The Mac Observer)
Studio Suite 8 released Apr 13, 2007
AlterMedia has announced the debut of , a new version of their studio management software based on FileMaker Pro. The software works on Mcs and PCs and costs $749 for the initial license, plus $449 for each additional networked workstation (that cost includes FileMaker Pro 8 ... System requirements call for a Mac that can run FileMaker Pro 85 G3 or better (including Intel), 256MB RAM, and Mac OS X v10. (MacCentral)
AppleScript Pro Sessions to cover CS3 Apr 11, 2007
Other sessions cover FileMaker Pro, BBEdit and Mac OS X, as well as an introductory day. The next AppleScript Pro Sessions event happens in Denver, Colo. (MacCentral)
Mossberg Loathes Plethora of PC Craplets Apr 6, 2007
Macbook Pros come with: "Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, iWork 06 (30-day trial), FileMaker Pro Trial" ... Mac Pros come with: "Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, iWork 06 (30-day trial), FileMaker Pro 8.5 trial". (The Mac Observer)
FileMaker Showcases Student Performance and Special Education Solutions at Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning Conference (MACUL) Mar 15, 2007
March 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FileMaker Pro 8 ... "Easy Rubrics + Rapid Grades + Clear Standards = Successful Performance," a session designed to instruct teachers how to automatically distribute class functions and grades electronically will be presented March 15, 2:30 p.m. Participants will explore the advantages of electronic distribution of performance and assessment information and how to create FileMaker Pro databases that work with Mac, Windows, and Palm operating systems ...... (PR Newswire)
2007 FileMaker Developer Conference registration opens Feb 27, 2007
It includes more than 50 sessions focusing on new tools and techniques for FileMaker developers, best practices and approaches for creating databases using FileMaker Pro. There will a be a product showcase featuring FileMaker third-party developers, under the hood sessions, meetings with FileMaker engineers, product managers and tech support, along with other events designed for networking. (MacCentral)
FileMaker Highlighted in Presentation on School Performance at Virginia Society for Technology in Education Conference (VSTE) Feb 23, 2007
Feb. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The role of a FileMaker Pro database solution in improving student achievement and a school's performance will be showcased at the Virginia Society for Technology in Education Annual Conference (VSTE), February 25-27, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA.. On Monday, February 26, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Bill Harman, technology consultant for the Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD, will present "Data Analysis Demystified: Data... (PR Newswire)
IECC board approves Tech Plan Feb 23, 2007
In addition, the IT department is making progress toward the replacement of network switches, the purchase of web servers, the purchase of PBX software upgrades, the upgrade of software licenses in Norton Anti-Virus, Ghost, Deep Freeze, and FileMaker Pro, and the bid and purchase of 200 computers to upgrade IECC equipment. For FY2008, the Technology Plan sets forth the need to: maintain and upgrade administrative operations, including Banner; upgrade the District's network infrastructure and... (Flora Daily Clay County Advocate-Press, IL)
Simple cure for database fear Feb 12, 2007
Purists are dismissive, yet I've always found Filemaker Pro ($499) delivers the database goods. You wouldn't use it to run a corporation but it's more than capable of handling a small business. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Pry Windows files open Feb 6, 2007
People who do this for a living often export an Access file to Excel within Windows, bring the Excel file over to the Mac, drag and drop the Excel file into a FileMaker Pro file, and then build the database from there. Handling the Curveballs Dominant though Office documents may be, they re not the only game in town. (Macworld)
Jupitermedia Announces Winners of SmallBusinessComputing.com Excellence in Technology Awards Jan 25, 2007
Productivity Winner: Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2; Runner-up: FileMaker Pro 8. 5. (Internet News Bureau)
FileMaker gives away e-book to new customers Jan 25, 2007
It s free for anyone who purchases and registers FileMaker Pro 8 ... Topics include an introduction to databases, defining data fields, creating a database layout, creating related tables, summary data reports, creating buttons, scripts and value lists, using a database and special features unique to FileMaker Pro 8. (MacCentral)
Small Businesses Pick the Best Products of the Year Jan 24, 2007
" The feature is designed tell you at a glance the health of your network, anti-virus software, firewall and other server elements. Microsoft also slashed 13 percent off the price of its Premium version server software. Software and Services Productivity Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Runner-up: FileMaker Pro 8.5 Accounting and Finance QuickBooks Premier 2007 (Intuit) Runner-up: Peachtree by Sage Premium Accounting 2007 Graphics and Multimedia Adobe Photoshop Elements 5.0... (SmallBusinessComputing)
TECH CHRONICLES Jan 11, 2007
Stalwarts of the Mac scene were hanging around the vicinity of the Apple booth, too, like Quark, StuffIt, Adobe, Filemaker Pro and even our old interface-copying, OS domineering friend, Microsoft. -- One other old-timer who was part of Tuesday's opening day of the Expo was Andy Hertzfeld, one of the team of men and women who developed the first Macintosh that sprang into the nation's consciousness in the most unforgettable Super Bowl commercial ever that January 1984 day. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Expo: FM:Nexus updates database analysis tool Jan 11, 2007
The software costs $399 for single users and requires FileMaker Pro 8 Advanced. In addition to the Inspector update, FM:Nexus also released the free InspectorLite examination tool. (MacCentral)
Expo: WorldSync releases SyncDek 7 Jan 10, 2007
Also, FileMaker developers using FileMaker Pro 8 ... SyncDek 7 provides support for data synchronization between FileMaker Pro databases and SQL data sources, such as MS SQL, Oracle, Access and MySQL. The SQL support in SyncDek 7 works with any combination of data sources and is not limited to those options that are pre-configured in SyncDek Developer but can also include other JDBC/ODBC-accessible data sources ... For developers using the latest FileMaker Pro 8. (MacCentral)
Macworld Conference & Expo 2007 Exhibitor Profiles Jan 6, 2007
5, the affordable business management software built with FileMaker Pro 8. 5. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Reading between Apple's lines Jan 3, 2007
Next up will be the revised iWork suite, now featuring a spreadsheet and a database application, based on a simplified version of FileMaker Pro ... Same with the database; it won t let you become a FileMaker Pro expert developer, but it will feature a very simple drag-and-drop GUI designed to quickly create simple databases. (Macworld)
So Cal MacFair plans dozens of seminars, workshops Oct 19, 2006
Workshops will focus on Photoshop, InDesign, Final Cut Pro and Aperture, Mac OS X Server and Client, FileMaker Pro, Keynote, DayLite and Flash. Instructors include James Rea, Stephen M. Burns, Scott Immerman and others. (MacCentral)
OfficeRecovery.com Releases FileMakerRecovery 1.6 Software for Corrupted FileMaker Pro Database Recovery Sep 27, 2006
6 Software for Corrupted FileMaker Pro Database Recovery ... 6 Software for Corrupted FileMaker Pro Database Recovery ... 6 is a recovery product for corrupted FileMaker Pro databases. (Internet News Bureau)
Chicago, New York, London get AppleScript training Sep 27, 2006
You ll also lear how to script applications including FileMaker Pro, iView MediaPro, InDesign, the OS X Finder and others. And you ll learn how to join applications together using AppleScript to create automation workflows. (MacCentral)
Sony unveils two Cyber-Shot cameras Sep 12, 2006
" Apple is offering prepaid iTunes cards in convenience stores for Japanese customers who remain reluctant to purchase songs over the internet, and for individuals who don't own a credit card.IntelliScanner Pro 300 now available IntelliScanner today introduced the , a smart, easy-to-use barcode scanner for instant barcode scanning capabilities with bundled and third-party software. It features scanning into any application with USB 2.0 plug-and-play keyboard emulation; support for all industry... (MacNN)
Eighth-grader proves self to be real `FileMaker Pro' Sep 3, 2006
Eighth-grader proves self to be real `FileMaker Pro ... He decided to test the memory requirements of FileMaker Pro, the database software product made by ... And his dad, Dennis--who uses FileMaker Pro on the job at the Santa Clara County Department of Development--let the news slip in a meeting with FileMaker officials. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Apple keynote a slight disappointment Aug 11, 2006
The Universal plug-in runs natively on PowerPC as well as Intel Macs, features compatibility with FileMaker Pro 8. 5, and updates the User Guide for version 2. (MacNN)
Pricey but sound Aug 1, 2006
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. ADAM TURNERAugust 1, 2006. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Filemaker 8.5 Puts the Web in Your Database Aug 1, 2006
Most software companies issues yearly updates to their programs, but , maker of the FileMaker Pro relational database system, has issued an interim upgrade, FileMaker Pro 8 ... " But version 8.5 offers a substantive new feature that lets you display dynamic Web content in a FileMaker database layout. It also adds new scripting features and support for Intel-based Macintosh computers that will make the program run significantly faster. Should you upgrade? That depends on your database needs and... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Fake Apple iPhone ads surface Aug 1, 2006
MacNN: Mobile Edition. Monday, July 31st Last updated: 11:08 PM EST. (MacNN, CA)
What You Need to Know About Web 2.0 Jul 26, 2006
FileMaker Inc.'s recently released FileMaker Pro 8. 5 includes a Web Viewer control that lets you create Internet mashups inside a familiar desktop application. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Keystone 4 FM Pro-based Student Info System released Jul 18, 2006
inRESONANCE on Monday announced the release of , a Student Information System (SIS) based on FileMaker Pro 8 that works on Mac OS X and Windows. Keystone 4 was developed to provide schools with a way of tracking student, faculty and staff data. (MacCentral)
FileMaker 8.5 Runs Native On Intel Macs Jul 11, 2006
Personalize Your Site. 5 Runs Native On Intel Macs. (InformationWeek)
FileMaker Pro 8.5 Adds Live Web Data Jul 11, 2006
With today's release of FileMaker Pro 8 ... A Web Viewer Sample Database is included in FileMaker Pro 8 ... In addition to tapping Web data, FileMaker Pro 8. (Small Business Computing)
AlaMark Technologies Jun 6, 2006
the developer behind the database software FileMaker Pro, has selected as one of four new authorized training companies on FileMaker Pro 8, the company said Monday. AlaMark, a local technology company owned by industrial and mill supply distributor , will provide on- and off-site intermediate and advanced training for businesses that want to implement the software at their offices. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Creative sues Apple over iPod interface May 16, 2006
The role of FileMaker Pro database technology in content management for multiple publications at Harvard University Press will be featured in a session presentation at the , May 17-19th. PC Publishing has released "," offering a series of ten easy music-making projects written specifically for beginners and amateur musicians. (MacNN)
Internet telephony can cut your phone bills Mar 14, 2006
FileMaker Mobile 8 is a companion to FileMaker Pro 8, designed for Palm and Pocket PC hand-held devices. Version 8 allows users to synchronise hand-helds with databases on FileMaker Server 8 and FileMaker Server 8 Advanced, as well as with local desktop computers. (Sydney Morning Herald)
How to Start a New Law Firm Feb 24, 2006
Take Filemaker Pro (available for Macs and Windows) - you can manage all of your contacts (including generating an email campaign, etc. use that contact information to fill out frequently used templates (including engagement letters and other legally-substantive documents), and handle all of your time/billing. (Blawg)
DigitalFilm Tree's Ramy Katrib to Present FileMaker Pro Database Solutions at Los Angeles Final Cut Pro User Group Meeting Feb 21, 2006
Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Final Cut Pro users will learn firsthand how the award-winning FileMaker Pro 8 () helps manage business and creative processes at the upcoming Los Angeles Final Cut Pro Users Group (LAFCPUG) Meeting ... Ramy Katrib, CEO and founder of West Hollywood-based DigitalFilm Tree (), will demonstrate how applications like Final Cut Pro, FileMaker Pro 8 and related technologies help run his firm's creative process and manage its business ... FileMaker Pro 8 forms the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Vendors respond to new Mac OS X worm Feb 18, 2006
($70) for FileMaker Pro 8 is a tool for obtaining access to information outside the FileMaker Pro database to the rest of the computer, provided by the functions of the plug-in. Version 3. (MacNN)
Intel inside: Apple makes the big switch Jan 28, 2006
America On-line, Quicken, Firefox, FileMaker Pro and other programs also work perfectly in this mode. There is no visible indication that your software is being translated into a different language in real time. (Globetechnology.com)
Napster's future hangs in the balance Jan 19, 2006
There are no downloads required, and users of any platform can be confident that their Mac audiences can enter any PresenterNet conference effortlessly," said PresenterNet CEO Doug Wolfgram. Afternoon Edition Apps: Unity, ReelBean, inkBook ($250) is a free update to the 3D authoring package that adds support for USB Overdrive mice, improves stability of games running on Microsoft Windows, adds support for some old graphics cards, and fixes a few rare bugs. The software allows developers to... (MacNN)
Small Business Technology Magazine Honors the Best Tech Products for Small Businesses Jan 11, 2006
0 Upgradable Flash Drive, SimpleTech, Bountiful Router, Bountiful WiFi, Business Communications Manager (BCM) 50, Nortel, Citrix GoToMyPC Pro, Citrix Systems, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 12, Corel Corporation, DataTraveler Elite, Kingston Technology, Eudora2go, QUALCOMM, Inc., FileMaker Pro 8, FileMaker, Inc., Intel Professional Business Platform, Intel Corporation, KODAK i40 Scanner, Eastman Kodak Company, M5 Outsourced IP Phone System, M5 Networks, Maxtor Shared Storage Plus, Maxtor Corporation,... (PR Newswire)
Adobe's Lightroom takes on Aperture Jan 10, 2006
this week announced three new FileMaker Pro 8-based solutions. The new software, designed for small- to medium-size businesses, integrate business-management system, point-of-sale system, and ecommerce shopping cart. (MacNN)
