At first glance, i2Brain looks like just another mind mapping software program. But in fact it can do much more. Its developer calls it “a new type of software for visualizing information and its structure.” It enables you to create a conventional mind map, with a topic in the center and sub-topics radiating out from […]

I recently discovered that an Inspiration Software reseller, MindServeGroup, is marketing an International Edition of Inspiration 8 that includes a mindmap-like "map view" that isn’t included in the standard educational version. Apparently, they are the exclusive sellers of this version, and also bundle with it a CD containing nearly 60 business templates to increase its […]

Mindjet announced earlier this week that it has launched a new Japanese-language version of MindManager Pro 6. Considering that Japanese companies are fanatical about productivity and efficiency, I would think that they would welcome the availability of this productivity-enhancing program! Mindjet is now seeking distributors in Japan as it spreads its wings internationally.

I have just completed my review of Inspiration 8 for Windows, which you can view by clicking here. There’s much to like in this new version, including symbol auto-arrange, a vastly expanded symbol library and an integrated dictionary and thesaurus. There are a few quirky things in this new version, which I also share in […]

Well, Mac fans, your wait is finally over: Mindjet officially released the new Mac OS X version of MindManager 6 today. This isn’t just a simple "port" of the Windows code to the Mac operating system, either. Mindjet’s software engineers built it using Apple’s OS X software development tools, to ensure that it would take […]

According to JKRB Software, the developers of Pocket Mindmap, the new version now undergoing beta testing will support MindManager Pro 6. Other new features will include: Support for Windows Mobile 5 Import of Pocket Outlook contacts Floating topics that can also have subtopics Style templates And more JKRB hopes to have the release version ready […]

Mindjet has announced the availability of Service Pack 1 for its MindManager 6 and MindManager 6 Pro applications. It contains updates that offer application reliability and performance, program compatibility, security and more. One new feature: a Lotus Notes Hyperlink, which enables MindManager users to link to Notes documents in Mail, Calendar, Address Book and To […]

MacWorld has just posted a review of Inspiration 8 for Mac OS X. Overall, it’s very positive. Although some of the program’s resources seem to be focused on the educational market, the reviewer concludes that there’s plenty here for business users to love as well. What they liked: The new version’s enhanced RapidFire brainstorming mode […]

CS Odessa has announced that its new version of ConceptDraw MINDMAP is the first application that brings mind maps to iPods. With ConceptDraw MINDMAP 4.4, users of the iPod can view their maps, outlines and text notes, present thoughts and explain concepts to other people using the popular multimedia player. How does this work? CS […]

CoCo Systems Ltd., developers of VisiMap, recently announced new non-profit pricing for VisiMap Professional 4.0. The full licensed price of this mind mapping program is GBP 69.00 (approx. US$130); the new non-profit license is GBP 19.00 (about US$36) — a substantial discount. Strict terms and conditions apply, however. See the VisiMap website for details.