"Software Update" for 3rd Party Apps?

Hi,
Does anyone know of an application that could act like Software Update for 3rd party programs, so that a list of updatable applications shows and you can select to download them all at once?
I know some do an update check on launch, but I was just wondering if there was a more convenient way?
Thanks,
Ben

Yes, but no. App Update is a widget that will check for updated versions of your apps. It can be found at http://www.apple.com/downloads/dashboard/status/appupdate.html. Unfortunately, it won't install them for you, but will give you links to websites where you can download the newest version. I use it and like it. Give it a try!

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In general your approach is correct.
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Edited by: user11181920 on Nov 7, 2012 3:20 PM
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