Macintosh/iPhone software update round-up – January 1-2, 2009

Macintosh and iPhone software updates and announcements for January 1-2, 2009.

• GreatApps brings you the new iPhone cult phenomenon, where you turn your iPhone into a steamy mirror! Already featured on MacWorld.com, PCWorld.com, flickr.com and many blogs around the world.
• Houdah Software has announced the immediate availability of HoudahSpot 2.3.1. HoudahSpot is an acclaimed Spotlight front-end for Mac OS X Leopard. Version 2.3.1 now comes with an all-new 15-day trial period, and also has a new price tag. HoudahSpot 2.3 improves the signature BlitzSearch feature by adding support for keyboard shortcuts. BlitzSearch may now be used to its fullest without ever touching the mouse. This is a recommended update for all Leopard users.
• Millard Grubb has announced his new ebook, Magic iPhone Tricks. This ebook shows iPhone owners how to use their iPhones to make people think they can read minds. With over 90 pages of material, the ebook also includes some nifty tricks to make you the hit of any party or business luncheon. There are also some links to great free or almost free software that any Macintosh owner would enjoy.
• Bringing nearly 10,000 titles to the Macintosh platform with the launch of Logos for Mac, Logos Bible Software will be at the 2009 Macworld Expo to introduce Mac enthusiasts to the world’s most advanced Bible study software.
• Ecamm Network has announced the world’s first webcam with Bluetooth wireless technology. The new BT-1 combines top-notch video and sound with complete freedom from wires. The new webcam for Mac users integrates advanced technologies to allow video and sound to be sent through the air to most any Mac. The BT-1 streams H.264 video and AAC audio, taking advantage of Mac OS X’s rich media capabilities to provide a truly seamless experience.
• Code by Kevin has released Phynchronicity 2.3, an update to its easy-to-use GUI for the Fink Unix software management system. Phynchronicity makes it easy to manage, install, delete, and update Unix-based software with the Fink command-line system as its engine. Version 2.3 of Phynchronicity offers many new features and enhancements.