1)   ANT 4 MailChecking 3.5
E-mail checker that lets you know when you have new emails. You can preview headers and messges or delete spam mails directly from the server. It's very easy to set up and use. It even comes with an option to shutdown your PC by email.

 2)   Phantastic Screensaver 3.0
*8* of the most popular screensaver types compiled in ONE single application - now with integrated background email checking! Moving pictures & company logos, screen fader, fractal painter, color fader, falling rain, and other nice modes - get it!