Brilliant graphical effects and templates for home users and students
Not enough new features
KeynoteAs always, Keynote allows you to create unbelievably slick presentations that are sure to grab attention even in a room full of people who’ve just sat through a thousand PowerPoint slides. The most fun new addition is Magic Move, which applie...
iWork '09 isn't that much of an upgrade from its predecessor. However, it remains a slightly less powerful and flexible but nonetheless capable alternative to Microsoft's application package and is still cheaper to boot....
Interface tweaks make commonly used features more accessible, Eyecatching presentations are even easier to make, IWork apps play well together, with added interoperability across the suite
Still no businessgrade email client, IWork.com web component doesnt support true collaboration, No autosave feature
Intuitive interface design and easy access to useful features make iWork the best office suite choice on the Mac. Although it lacks some of Microsoft Offices advanced options, iWork 09 is an emerging powerhouse in its own right...
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Published: 2009-01-07, Author: Rob , review by: macworld.co.uk
Min specs: Mac computer with an Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (500MHz or faster) processor; 512MB of RAM; 1GB recommended; Approximately 1.2GB of available disk space; 32MB of video memory; Mac OS X v10.4.11 or Mac OS X 10.5.6 or later; QuickTime 7.5.5...
Abstract: The Mac has long been known for its intuitive interface and emphasis on the user’s experience making it the darling of the graphic design world. Apple is now eyeing the briefcase-toting worker bees and is making a serious case for their own productivit...
Abstract: I use Keynote for training presentations where I work. I have had attendees tell me I have “raised the bar” with regard to presentations. I find Keynote much more flexible than PowerPoint, easier to use, with better transitions. I use Pages for all o...
Creates professional-looking documents with ease; simple user interface belies powerful features; fixes many shortcomings with iWork 08.
Some standard productivity suite features still missing; patchy Microsoft Office compatibility.
If you need to create professional-looking documents, but cant face the learning curve — or the cost — of Microsoft Office, then iWork 09 is an obvious choice at a bargain price. Limited Office compatibility makes it best-suited to environment...
Cheaper than Microsoft Office, Slick transitions for Keynote, Many attractive templates for all three applications
Few new features with this release, Minor formatting issues when opening files in Office, iWork.com will cost an extra fee when fully released
This latest version of iWork may not win many converts, as it’s not as feature-packed as Microsoft Office, but it should please current users and make getting work done on the Mac a little easier. It’s a decent improvement over the previous it...
