Mac App Bundle Sales: Parallels Desktop 8, Toast and More

Mac Internet Security 2013

that's worth a whole lot more than 29 dollars.

Hell the peace of mind is worth that.

Did they pay you to type that ?:)

Howdy guys 'n gals, I'm Nate Houle, founder of MacLegion. Just wanted to let you know I'm here if you have any questions. This isn't a plug, just trying to help. There are a couple apps in our bundle I use daily and if you haven't used 'em I'd urge you to try, (free trials available on our site) LaunchBar, TasksBox, Habits and MainMenu Pro. I literally use all those apps every day... Well, I just started using TasksBox as the debut release paralleled our bundle launch so it was just made available to the public today. I've been using Wunderlist but TasksBox seems like an even better alternative, really excited to try out the iOS companion apps for it. Also, MUPromo has a couple apps in their bundle I use often. If you haven't tried iStat Menus, DiskAid or DEVONthink Pro, definitely give those a try. DEVONthink Pro is really good at what it does but I don't really use it as much now that I'm out of school. Anyway, don't hesitate to ask any questions or give us feedback related to the bundle, our site, future offerings, and/or any ideas you may have... Or just say "hi".

Would this essentially be the cheapest way to get Parallels if I've never purchased it before?

I guess Parallels Desktop 9 is gonna be released in the next few weeks, then?

Hi Everyone,

It's always nice to see the exposure and support MacRumors gives our bundles. I can only speak for our bundle, but to answer some of the questions:

1. Most of the titles in our bundle have never been in another bundle (or, if they have, the versions we're selling represent a paid upgrade from the previous version that might have been in a bundle, meaning they still deliver additional value), this includes:

* Parallels Desktop 8
* DEVONthink Pro 2 (the Pro version has never been in a bundle, period)
* Prizmo 2 (no version has ever been in a bundle)
* 1000 OpenType Fonts
* iStat Menus 4
* Mac Internet Security 2013


2. Regarding paid upgrades, we ensure that no developer has a new version that you would have to pay for on the horizon for at least 3 months after our bundle, and to the best of my understanding I don't expect any paid upgrades for any of the titles in our bundle to emerge for at least 6 months.

Even with paid upgrades, you'll generally end up ahead with our bundles (and of course the version you buy as part of the bundle will continue to work as it does now, it's not as if apps stop working when a new version is released).

For instance, the upgrade price from DEVONthink Pro 1 to DEVONthink Pro 2 is $30. Assuming the same pricing is in place when version 3 emerges one day, you will be able to go from our bundle ($49.99) to DEVONthink Pro 3 (+$30) for the same price as DEVONthink Pro 3 would cost by itself ($79.99). But you get to use DEVONthink Pro 2 in the mean time, and you get 9 other apps!

Even in the case where the upgrade math isn't quite as favorable, the value is still apparent. Parallels Desktop gets upgraded on an annual basis (usually in Q4) and upgrades costs $49.99. The cost of acquiring Parallels Desktop 8 now as part of our bundle ($49.99) plus the upgrade to version 9 (+$49.99) totals only $20 more than what version 9 would cost you to buy when it's released. Yet for that extra $20 you've been able to use version 8 for many months and got 9 other apps.

3. In terms of Parallels vs. Fusion, MacTech did an exhaustive comparison and once again found Parallels delivers better performance and battery life (in some cases substantial differences; 40% better battery life and 50% better performance in some tests). VirtualBox isn't really a competitor, it's a much more basic solution with none of the OS X integration or graphics support that Parallels and Fusion both offer. It's free, which is nice, but any regular virtual machine users will see a big improvement going to Parallels Desktop. http://www.mactech.com/2013-01/virtualization-benchmarks (http://www.mactech.com/2013-01/virtualization-benchmarks)

4. Regarding Apple's App Store and MacUpdate Desktop, the App Store will only update the apps you buy/download from the App Store. Obviously none of the apps in our bundles are App Store apps, and there are thousands of other titles that aren't on the App Store. MacUpdate Desktop also doesn't just manage apps, but also many plug-ins and preference panes, which the AppStore does not support.

5. Regarding DEVONthink Pro and scanners (eldaria's comment), the Pro Office version offers improved native support for scanners (scanning directly to the app), but nothing prevents you from scanning the document as you normally would and then dragging the PDF to DEVONthink Pro. This is how I personally use DEVONthink Pro and my ScanSnap S510M. Upgrades from the Pro version ($79.99) to the Pro Office version ($149.99) can be purchased for $70 from http://www.devontechnologies.com/discounts/upgrade-assistant.html (http://www.devontechnologies.com/discounts/upgrade-assistant.html)

Of course, thanks to our bundle being only $49.99 it means you can get the Pro Office for a net cost of just $119.99... a $30 savings, plus you get 9 other apps.


We'll be keeping an eye on this thread in case any other questions or concerns come up. Thanks for your support!


Misha
macupdate.com

Mac Internet Security 2013

that's worth a whole lot more than 29 dollars.

Hell the peace of mind is worth that.

Not needed, explain me why.

Here's a link for you why it's not needed.

Mac Virus/Malware FAQ - Mac Guides (http://guides.macrumors.com/Mac_Virus/Malware_FAQ)

If you already have a virtualization application (vmware or parallels) then the bundle is less appealing which is my case.

Hi Everyone,

1. Most of the titles in our bundle have never been in another bundle (or, if they have, the versions we're selling represent a paid upgrade from the previous version that might have been in a bundle, meaning they still deliver additional value), this includes:

* Parallels Desktop 8
* DEVONthink Pro 2 (the Pro version has never been in a bundle, period)
* Prizmo 2 (no version has ever been in a bundle)
* 1000 OpenType Fonts
* iStat Menus 4
* Mac Internet Security 2013


Misha
macupdate.com

Actually DEVONthink Pro was in a MacLegion bundle in 2011. That was the first time the Pro version had been in a bundle. Not trying to step on any toes, I think your bundle rocks Misha, I think you're doing a great job, just keepin' the facts straight.

Nate

DEVONThink Pro is actually a pretty badass application.

I use it as a database for my docs I scan in with my Fujitisu Scansnap

You can scan everything into a password protected database

Actually, The Pro edition in this bundle does not support scanners, for this you need the "Pro Office" edition.

http://www.devontechnologies.com/products/devonthink/comparison.html

Apart from parallels, I personally don't have a legitimate use for any of the other apps. Doesn't mountain lion already consolidate all app updates through the App Store? Why would I still need an automated app updator?

Internet security? Are you serious? I am not surprised they are bundled. Not to sound mean, but at those stated prices, I honestly can't see anyone ever buying them!