FileMaker Pro v8.0 is Out

Apple's subsidiary FileMaker, Inc. released a new version 8 of its popular database management application in standard, advanced and server editions. What's new? Here's FileMaker's list:

• Create Adobe PDF files using the new PDF Maker for easy viewing of FileMaker information by others.
  
• Create Microsoft Excel files using the new Excel Maker for easy sharing and analysis of FileMaker information by Excel users.
  
• Email the contents of any field instantly using the new Fast Send feature.
  
• Search databases easier without typing using the new Fast Match feature.
  
• Create cleaner looking database layouts with new alignment tools.
  
• Perform Email merge to send personalized messages to many customers easily.
  
• Import tables into FileMaker more efficiently than ever before.
  
• Document databases and field relationships much easier with the improved Relationships Graph.
  
• Build layouts with multiple tabs in a single step using the new Tab Control.
  
• And many more time-saving features, including features to automate data entry, ensure more accuracy of data entry, and speed development — not to mention mouse-wheel support and much more!

FileMaker Pro 8 is $299 ($179 upgrade) Filemaker Pro 8 Advanced is $499 ($299 upgrade) and FileMaker Server 8 is $999 ($299 upgrade). See this FileMaker Pro Web page for further details. [Bill Fox]