FamilySearch International released their indexing application for iPhone and iPad. It had formerly been PC only software. It’s called FamilySearch Index and is a free download from the App Store.
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FamilySearch Index Comes to iPhone and iPad
17 Feb 2012 By 3 Comments
Site Re-Designed
13 Feb 2012 By 3 Comments
Unless you’re new here, you’ll notice I’ve changed the design of the site. I did this for two reasons:
1. Make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for
2. Enable you to view the site on mobile devices without loss of functions
3. Prepare for additional membership benefits
This change, like the tutorial directory pages for Family Tree Maker (PC and Mac) and Reunion, are part of my current focus on organizing the site for you.
Let me know what you think in a comment.
MacFamilyTree 6.2.4 Update
24 Jan 2012 By Leave a Comment
Synium released version 6.2.4 of its Mac genealogy software, MacFamilyTree last Friday. It is said to contain some GEDCOM multimedia import fixes and stability improvements.
Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 and 2012 Feature Comparison
20 Jan 2012 By 1 Comment
Wondering what’s in Family Tree Maker 2012 and not in Family Tree Maker for Mac 2? I’ve got the answer for you.
I took the Family Tree Maker columns from the Mac Genealogy Software Feature Comparison and PC Genealogy Software Feature Comparison tables. I think this will answer your question about what’s missing from Family Tree Maker for Mac 2.
The Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 and 2012 Feature Comparison is on the Mac Genealogy Software Feature Comparison page.
I would have cut to the chase by putting a short list of the differences here, but I don’t want to keep it updated in more than one place. Click the link above. It will take you directly to the start of the section on the page. You won’t have to search for it.
January 2012 Update to Family Tree Maker for Mac 2
12 Jan 2012 By 2 Comments
The Ancestry blog has news today of a set of fixes available now for Family Tree Maker for Mac 2. Here’s what the post says is fixed:
- Performance and stability improvements
- Improvements to resolve sync errors
- Improvements for handling downloaded media in synced trees
- Syncing of accepted and rejected hints
- Option to include/exclude Ancestry media in synced trees
I haven’t received my copy yet, so I haven’t tried it out. Let me know in a comment if it fixes any problems you’ve experienced or not.
Holiday Sale 25% off Family Tree Maker 2012
22 Nov 2011 By Leave a Comment
Family Tree Maker 2012 is on sale starting today. A new copy is on sale for %25 off. An upgrade is discounted 30%. Click here to take advantage of the sale price on Family Tree Maker 2012. If you want more information first, see the GenealogyTools.com Family Tree Maker 2012 Buyer’s Guide.
I don’t know if the the Mac version will be similarly discounted after the Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 pre-sale is over.
Comparison of Mac Genealogy Software Features
21 Nov 2011 By Leave a Comment
Comparing features helps when you’re choosing a new genealogy application. Seeing which ones support the features essential to your genealogy workflow and practice is also helpful.
I just compiled a set of tables I hope you’ll find helpful in comparing features of Mac genealogy software. I published it on the Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 buyer’s guide page.
I was able to complete this much more quickly than the one for PC genealogy software feature comparison because I had already been maintaining similar tables. I updated the tables where appropriate and made the criteria match those for PC genealogy applications. This way you can compare features not only between Mac genealogy software, but also PC counterparts–it’s a sad tale across the board.
Comparison of PC Genealogy Software Features
21 Nov 2011 By Leave a Comment
When you’re choosing a new genealogy application it helps to compare the features. It’s also helpful to quickly see which ones support the features essential to your genealogy workflow and practice.
I just compiled a set of tables I hope you’ll find helpful in comparing features of PC genealogy software. I published it on the Family Tree Maker 2012 buyer’s guide page.
My plan is to update the version I have already created for Mac genealogy software and post it in the same way.
Ancestry iOS App 3.0.1 Update
21 Nov 2011 By 1 Comment
Fire up the App Store! An update to version 3.0.1 of the Ancestry app for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch is available.
Here are the changes listed in the version notes:
- Shaky leaves
- Simple merge tool
- In app purchase of records
- Information automatically added to photos
- Changeable privacy settings
- Integrated feedback and support
The note also promises more stability and faster performance.
That all seems pretty straight forward except the part about automatically adding information to photos. If you figure out what that means please leave a comment.
Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 Pre-Sale and Release Date
9 Nov 2011 By 1 Comment
Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 is available for purchase during a pre-sale. See what’s new, the release date, discount coupon code, and more on my Family Tree Maker for Mac 2 Buyer’s Guide page. There’s a link to place your order there too!
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