There is a new forum software out there called
RadiantBoard It nicely mixes AJAX and javascript to make the forum unforgettable. Its truly a great service and is looking really good. If you are getting tired of phpbb then switch to this. Since the forum is still new any php coders that are interested in creating some mods for it are welcome. And any graphics designers out there can make some cool templates. The admin panel looks really cool also. If there are any questions or concerns just let me know. And if you find any bugs then please report them to the forums.
And in case the link at the top isn't working a working version can be found
here