VolnaTech has released NimbleKit SDK (http://nimblekit.com), an update to their software development kit thath adds full iPad support. NimbleKit allows to develop iPhone and iPad applications using just HTML and Javascript.

According to the folks at VolnaTech, there's no need to spend time learning how to use complicated tools. Just start development from a template and immediately HTML file available for modification or to launch your app in simulator.

The NimbleKit SDK requires Mac OS X 10.5.5 or higher and iPhone SDK 3.0 or higher. It's available for US$99. A trial version is full featured but apps created unregistered can run only on iPhone or iPad simulator (part of iPhone SDK).

AMD (http://www.amd.com) has launched the first of a new family of ATI FirePro professional graphics solutions with ATI Eyefinity technology. No word on if or when they'll come to the Mac Pro.

The ATI FirePro V8800 is "the industry’s most powerful professional graphics card ever created2 and the only professional graphics solution in the world supporting ATI Eyefinity multi-display technology and Microsoft DirectX 11 technology, says Rick Bergman, senior vice president and general manager, AMD Products Group. It has a manufacturer's suggested retail price of US$1,499.

The ATI FirePro V8800 delivers 2.6 teraflops of raw computing power with the highest memory bandwidth (147.2 GB/s) available in any single-card professional graphics solution -- more than two times the compute power of the previous generation, Bergman says. In the coming months AMD plans to round out its next-generation ATI FirePro family,...

Sorenson Media has announced that all of the company’s Internet video solutions have already been optimized for the iPad, including the Sorenson 360 online video platform, the award-winning Sorenson Squeeze client-side encoding solution and the Sorenson Squish browser-based encoding solution. This optimization is available immediately and at no additional charge.

Since June 2009, every Sorenson Media solution has also been fully compatible with the Apple iPhone and iPod touch. Sorenson Media was the first to optimize for the iPhone 3G S immediately after its launch. To view screenshots of Sorenson Media’s solutions in action on the iPad, visit: http://blog.sorensonmedia.com .

Using optimized presets, the Sorenson 360 online video platform enables users to encode video content in the iPad-compatible MPEG-4 format and deliver that content using Apple’s native video player. Intelligent...

On the new "MacVoices" (http://www.macvoices.com), Jeff Carlson discusses his new book, "Canon PowerShot G10/G11: From Snapshots to Great Shots."

Joining him are contributing photographers, Jeff Lynch and Justin Van Leeuwen. The team talks about how the project came together, the decision to publicly solicit photographs, and why so many shooters decided to get involved. The conversation ranges from the social networking aspects of digital photography to an explanation of what makes this book different than other
instructional and coffee table books.

"MacVoices" is an Internet show and podcast that delivers in-depth discussions with the most influential people in the Mac industry, as well as "the individuals who are out there making it happen on the front lines of the global Apple community," according to host Chuck Joiner.

Abilene Christian University’s (http://www.acu.edu/connected) student journalists, programmers and designers have produced The Optimist, the first student newspaper to publish on the iPad.

Immediately after Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ announcement on Jan. 27, 2010, ACU’s student-run media staff announced its commitment to deliver the first newspaper of its kind for the iPad. The marker was put down 70 days ago, and students accomplished their goal on April 6.

The university’s Department of Journalism and Mass Communication took the first steps to establish a Mobile Media Task Force. Its goal: to use dedicated students and faculty leaders from across three disciplines -- journalism, information technology and graphic design -- to develop The Optimist's new digital publication platform. The project hub location was ACU's converged media newsroom, one of the only a handful of such student...

RadTech (http://www.radtech.com) has introduced Gelz, a form-fitting silicon protective case for the iPad. It's made from low-tack, medium density silicon and costs US$24.95.

Gelz fits the iPad like a second skin and is available in a variety of colors. The bottom portion peels back to allow docking. The case also allows you to control the iPad while it's inside the case and enhances your grip when carrying or holding the device.

Having problems getting an iPad to join or rejoin an Wi-Fi network? Apple has posted a KnowledgeBase article (http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3304) on the matter.

Apple says that, under certain conditions, iPad may not automatically rejoin a known Wi-Fi network after restart or waking from sleep. This can occur with some third-party Wi-Fi routers that are dual-band capable when using the same network name for each network or using different security settings for each network. If you encounter this issue, try the following:

° Create separate Wi-Fi network names to identify each band. This can be done by appending one or more characters to the current network name.

° Ensure that both networks use the same security type (WEP, WPA, WPA2, and so on)

° If the issue persists, reset your network settings using Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings....

Freeridecoding has updated SmartBackup (http://freeridecoding.com/smartbackup), a Mac OS X app for lightweight backups, to version 3.0. The upgrade sports a revamped interface, a new mode to support folder syncing and improved performance.

SmartBackup performs backups to hard drives, network sharepoints, webDAV, USB sticks and iPods. It supports configuration via Spotlight "saved searches," archiving of deleted or changed items, file exclusion, handling of multiple backup sets, one-click restore and automation using iCal, Automator or shellscripts.

SmartBackup costs US$25 for a single-user license; site licenses are also available. Version 3.0 is a free update for all users that have purchased a license since Jan. 1, 2009, or an upgrade to version 2.5. For all other users upgrade licenses are available starting at $10.

Steve Wilmes Consulting has released the Developer's Cards (http://www.cardsfm.com) book for FileMaker Pro 11. The set of cards offer a detailed reference that has every FileMaker function, error code, script step and more on three coil-bound double-sided-8 1/2 x 11 inch (A4)-laminated cards.

The latest version includes pages on PHP Classes/Methods, FileMaker Server Event Codes, and common unicode values. Also there are highlights all the changes to functions, script steps, server commands, and script triggers added in FileMaker Pro 11.

Card One goes in-depth describing functions and script steps. The card highlights functions that are case-sensitive, require the return character to separate values, use []s to separate multiple values and operate differently when hosted. For Script Steps it highlights which script steps are available over the Web, available when hosted on FileMaker Server and which...

Toshiba (http://www.toshibadirect.com) has entered the U.S. digital camcorder market with the introduction of its Camileo line. Models range from the pocket-sized S20 to the compact touch-screen H30 and X100. Manufacturer's suggested retail prices start at US$179.99.

According to IDC, the traditional camcorder market is shifting to HD, as nearly 45 percent of all units shipped in 2009 were HD models and is expected to hit 60% in 2010. The Camileo line supports 1080p Full HD resolution allowing consumers to capture and edit high-quality video, take still camera photos and view them directly on their computer or TV2, says Ron Smith, vice president of marketing, Toshiba America Information Systems, Digital Products Division.

Along with delivering 1080p Full HD resolution, key features of the Camileo line include a 3-inch LCD monitor, YouTube hotkey for instant uploading to the Internet, as...

ColcaSac (http://www.colcasac.com) has debuted a new protective sleeve for the iPad (US$34.99) in several traditional colors including the Original (tan burlap), ColcaSac (brown hemp), Black ColcaSac (black hemp), Red Delicious (red burlap) and Passion Vine (red print cotton).

The latest edition to the ColcaSac family -- like its predecessors the MacBook, Kindle and iPod sleeves -- offer users heavily padded protection. ColcaSac vertical-loading sleeves are designed to provide easy access for iPad users that are constantly on-the-go. In addition, its original look acts as a theft deterrent as no one associates a laptop with natural fabrics, according to the folks at ColcaSac.

Yazsoft (http://www.yazsoft.com) has released Speed Download 5.2.15 the latest version of its Mac OS X download manager that combines four products: a download manager with auto-resuming downloads, a secure FTP client, a file sharing utility with full encryption, and .Mac/iDisk/WEBDAV connectivity.

The upgrade offers offers optimized performance, better compatibility and more. Speed Download requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or higher. It costs US$25 for a single-user license. Speed Download is available in US English, French and Polish localizations.