MacHeist 3 bundle unveiled
The Heist might be over, but the software saving fun is just beginning! Tonight, the MacHeist 3 bundle was revealed in a geek-star studded live show.
This year's bundle is, from a software perspective, really incredible. I love software bundles because they are a great way to get cool stuff, but the problem is, lots of stuff is frequently repeated across bundles, making it less and less exciting for the more seasoned Mac software-addict. This is not a bundle that can be accused of retreading old software; on the contrary, some new (and high profile) apps are available.
This is the line-up:
And knowing MacHeist, I'm sure there will be other surprises to come as the sale takes shape.
So the software is hot, how's the price? Try $39 US. Yeah. $39. And if you have participated in any of the puzzles/missions, you probably earned discount coupons to take the price down even lower.
I know people are often weary about buying a bundle that offers software based on sales goals, but let's be serious, the goals will be reached. This is a pretty awesome deal. Head to MacHeist.com to get the MacHeist 3 bundle.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
Nick said 10:10PM on 3-24-2009
Not too bad this time around. I'm really excited about Espresso!
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Fabrizio said 3:16AM on 3-25-2009
I was really psyched about Expresso too, but aren't this apps not upgradable? Cause you know that Expresso will need a lot of fine tuning being just out of beta.
Jash Sayani said 6:55AM on 3-25-2009
The only two apps that I like are LittleSnapper and Espresso! However, the price is great. For just the price of LittleSnapper, I get Espresso with it and a few other apps. Not a bad deal at all !!
Mike said 11:21AM on 3-25-2009
Fabrizio:
I have purchased from MacHeist in the past and I received full licenses for all of the content. I was able to install updates for several programs (though just as with regularly purchased software, significant upgrades or new versions were not included).
And I'm not a developer or web guy, but I'm in for Acorn, Picturesque, and World Of Goo for sure.
Toby said 10:18PM on 3-24-2009
The iSale link is going to the PhoneView page, not the iSale page. Figured I'd let ya know.
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KB said 10:22PM on 3-24-2009
Pretty weak selection this time around but if there is at least two programs you want and don't have it's probably worth it for you.
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Aelver said 12:15AM on 3-25-2009
Yeah, nothing in it really stands out to me either.
wiliamo said 10:26PM on 3-24-2009
I don't get MacHeist - can you buy the software without doing the heists if you don't mind paying the full price?
And if I bought the bundle today, while there are still a couple of apps with lock symbols over them, do I still get those apps in the bundle?
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boisro said 10:34PM on 3-24-2009
Yes, you can still buy the bundle. The only thing you lose out on are some discounts that bring the price down from the $39.
The lock icons are incentives. Part of the sale money goes to charity. Once the money donated to charity passes certain marks, those apps are unlocked. And if you bought the app before it was unlocked, just revisit the site and download the newly unlocked app.
Matt said 10:45PM on 3-24-2009
And the site is down... Espresso looks intresting. I'm just getting into the Site coding and have been using BBedit but looking at Coda...
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KarlW said 6:24AM on 3-25-2009
Error: Unable to connect to MySQL and select database. MySQL reported: Too many connections.
Looks like this is a popular bundle!
Paul said 11:08PM on 3-24-2009
Plus with doing the bundles, you get a slew of other free apps in addition to the bundle. Pretty happy with the bundle, I've bought a few bundles before, and only 1 duplicate app in this selection.
I'm happy to see Espresso, along with Little Snapper - I've been holding out on both for just this reason :)
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Noah said 11:15PM on 3-24-2009
Looks like you crashed the server TUAW :)
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hamsammich said 11:23PM on 3-24-2009
Yup. Got to the payment confirmation page, then ZAP! Blank page. So, not only can I not download the bundle, I can't find out if the payment went through.
Ugh.
Great bundle, though!
;)
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BSBarrows said 11:23PM on 3-24-2009
I got it for $31 with my discounts! Love it! Can't wait to get the unlocks!!!
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Phil Havens said 11:35PM on 3-24-2009
I know this is super annoying but would anyone mind buying through my referral link? Help a fellow Mac user out :D Thanks. Bundles great so far! Having a blast with World of Goo!
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Phil Havens said 11:36PM on 3-24-2009
Oh no! So sorry didn't see that last sentence!
wiliamo said 11:59PM on 3-24-2009
Hey everyone,
I just bought the bundle and I think they're having a few issues with their ecommerce systems.
I got charged twice for the bundle but didn't get any codes or downloads or anything. Maybe lay off for a little bit and wait until things are smoothed out!
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BoxOfSnoo said 12:03AM on 3-25-2009
I am using iGTD, trying to evaluate Things
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BoxOfSnoo said 12:06AM on 3-25-2009
Oops, 1Password filled in a little too much there... sorry.
I meant I want The Hit List. I don't mind the sales goal, it's the HIDDEN sales goal that makes me go hmm.