It May Be Spring But It’s Time For Mac Users To Bundle Up
Posted on 01 June 2009, at 12:12 pm, by Dan Cohen
I’m a huge fan of the various bundles that are offered to Mac users through a variety of channels. As a relatively recent convert to OS X, bundles allowed me to get to know and to grab some excellent applications quickly. I still take a good long look whenever one comes out, since even one or two desirable applications in one can make the bundled price a bargain.
Now there’s a new kid on the block. TheMacBundles launched today, and their initial bundle has some apps worth serious consideration.
As they explain it-
OUR MISSION
I’ve been developing shareware and freeware since 1996. During this time I’ve witnessed many changes in the way software has been marketed, but one thing has remained constant: Small developers of shareware and commercial software rarely get significant access to the retail channel. And when they do have an opportunity to get widespread exposure for their software, often it’s at the cost of receiving only a miniscule percentage from the proceeds generated from the sale of their programs.TheMacBundles.com is built upon a very different business model and philosophy:
All of the software titles in each Bundle are of outstanding quality and often are recognized as best-of-class programs-there are no “filler” titles in the Bundles. Only developers that have demonstrated a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and technical support are invited to participate in a Bundle. Except for very small order processing and administrative costs, all of the proceeds from sales of a Bundle go to the developers of the software-no middlemen are involved. The savings realized by the innovative business model used by TheMacBundles.com is shared with its customers-buyers of a Bundle on TheMacBundles.com get the best software at the best prices. All of the programs included in a Bundle are the latest versions of the software. All users who buy a Bundle are entitled to the same level of support and the same reduced price for upgrades that apply to users who paid the full retail price for the software.
It is worth noting that each Bundle will only be available for a short period of two or three weeks. That makes it worth keeping an eye on the site (or here, since we’ll let you know when a new one comes up!) and grab it if the apps look worthwhile to you. For me, DragThing and GraphicConverter alone make it a “BUY”.
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