Corel Announces Ulead DVD MovieFactory(R) 6 Plus.Newest Release of Award-Winning Consumer DVD Authoring DVD authoring describes the process of creating a DVD video that can be played on a DVD player. DVD authoring software must conform to the specifications set by the DVD Forum group in 1995. and Burning Application Offers Studio Quality Results for Standard and High-Definition Video This article is about high-definition video technology. For television systems, see High-definition television. For the tape format, see HDV. For compression and prerecorded media, see High-definition pre-recorded media and compression. OTTAWA -- Corel Corporation (company) Corel Corporation - A software publisher best known for the CorelDraw application. Founded in June 1985 by Dr. Michael Cowpland, Corel Corporation was originally a systems integration company. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :CREL CREL Circular Regional Externa de Lisboa ; TSX TSX Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE before April, 2002) TSX Transfer from Stack Pointer to Index TSX True Space Extension :CRE CRE Commercial Real Estate CRE Corporate Real Estate CRE Commission for Racial Equality (Scotland) CRE CCD (Charge Coupled Device) and Readout Electronics CRE Camp Response Element ) today announced the release of Ulead DVD MovieFactory This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. [R] 6 Plus, available in English, with German and French versions to follow next month. This latest release of the award-winning consumer DVD authoring package is the first consumer entry-level product to offer HD DVD (High Definition DVD) A relatively short-lived high-capacity optical disc that holds four hours of high-definition video on a single-sided, single-layer 15GB disk. Sanctioned by the DVD Forum in 2003 and based on the Advanced Optical Disc (AOD) technology from Toshiba and burning capability and is also the first new product to be launched since Corel completed its acquisition of InterVideo and Ulead last December. Packed with features to breathe new life into videos, photos and create Hollywood-style menu motion effects, Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus maintains the ease of use and affordability associated with previous versions. Requiring very little time or effort, users can produce fun and creative DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. projects, with a professional-looking feel, in either HD DVD or standard DVD format See VOB and DVD. . For high definition video enthusiasts choosing the Blu-ray Disc A Blu-ray Disc (also called BD) is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information, including high-definition video. Overview The name Blu-ray Disc is derived from the blue-violet laser used to read and write this type of disc. format, DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus also includes the ability to record HD video directly to Blu-ray Disc. It also comes complete with a free version of WinDVD[TM], the world's number one DVD and video playback software and a free version of DVD Copy enabling you to copy your videos and music in three easy steps. Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus comes complete with enhanced "Edit Room" video editing See nonlinear video editing and video editor. tools that allow users to polish camcorder footage for more professional-looking home movies. One-click theme templates instantly create sophisticated opening sequences with animated overlays. Easy-to-use Storyboard A sequence of images and annotations for a cartoon, animation or video. Storyboards are previews of the final version and typically contain mockups rather than final art and images. Before computers, storyboards were drawn with pen and ink on lightweight cardboard. and Timeline editing let users personalize titles, music and other project elements. Users can capture digital media from numerous sources and start creating artistic, original-looking video and slideshow discs. Content ranging from TV transmissions and downloaded video to photos and camcorder clips can be incorporated into creative projects. Easier to use and learn than comparable products, the MovieFactory interface provides users with simple, straightforward steps to guide them through the disc creation process. The comprehensive application supports all of the latest industry formats - allowing users to import, edit and convert HDV (High Definition Video) The high-definition, wide screen version of the DV magnetic tape format. Like DV, HDV recording moves at a constant data rate and stores data on the same DV and MiniDV tapes as SD camcorders. , DivX or AVCHD AVCHD Advanced Video Codec High Definition and output in HD DVD, Blu-ray or traditional DVD-Video. Rounding out the package, DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus also includes a complete set of tools for burning data to CD, DVD, HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc as well as options for creating audio and MP3 CDs and DVDs. "This new release builds on the advanced technology behind Ulead DVD MovieFactory 5, and with its new features and increased flexibility, this version will be irresistible to anyone that wants a fast and simple way to create, author and burn discs," said Blaine Mathieu, General Manager of Digital Media at Corel. "This version brings every video enthusiast up to date, allowing them to work with the newest and most exciting video formats." New Features in Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus Version Among the range of exciting new features, Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus introduces the Edit Room, allowing users to edit captured video on an intuitive timeline with overlays, titles and music tracks. For video editors that demand more from a DVD authoring application, Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus includes comprehensive menu templates, and the facility to work with HDV, DivX or AVCHD, and output in HD DVD, Blu-ray, DVD-Video or legacy VCD See Video CD. VCD - Video Compact Disc . Along with a bonus copy of WinDVD and DVD Copy, Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Plus offers a number of key new features and major enhancements, including the following: Smart Video Editing * Exciting Theme Templates - Users can select a suitable theme which will add opening, titling and transition effects to enhance video clips. * Storyboard Mode - The easy way to get an overview, rearrange, and include transitions between all the scenes or video clips in any production * Timeline Mode - Edit captured video on an intuitive timeline with overlays, titles and music tracks. * Fade-in and Fade-out Video -Video clips can be edited to fade in or out at the click of a button. * Overlay Tracks - Users can add interest to movies with overlay frames and objects. * Transition Effects Between Videos - An extensive range of transition effects for a professional look. * Insert Images to Video - Editors can create mixed-media "clipshows" by combining video clips and photos on the timeline. * Capture and Edit HDV - Editing and exporting HDV is now just as easy as working with standard DV video. * Auto Subtitle Track - Select to display video file name, date, time, and EXIF (EXchangeable Image Format) Extensions to image file formats that hold the camera settings used to take the picture. Developed in 1995 by JEIDA for JPEG images, EXIF data was added to TIFF, RAW and other formats later. (photo) data as a subtitle track. Smart Menu Options * Button Moving Paths -Menus come to life with templates that contain animated menus, titles, navigation buttons, or other decorative objects. * Distort Menu Objects - Users can rotate, stretch and angle menu motion buttons to fit into frames or other background elements. * Extend Background Video and Image - Allowing editors to change from 4:3 to 16:9 widescreen. * Customize Slideshow Pan & Zoom - This advanced tool offers customizable curved paths, transparency and zoom ratios. Support for New Formats * AVCHD Camcorder Support - Now users can import and edit high definition footage from AVCHD camcorder discs, and convert to standard definition formats. * DivX[R] Support - Users of all levels can now combine downloaded DivX movies with subtitle .srt files, and burn to DVDs. * Auto Detect Disc Type -The correct program for the disc type will automatically open for authoring, editing or burning. * Support 16:9 Widescreen PC monitor - DVD MovieFactory's user interface and layout will automatically adjust to fit widescreen monitors. * Blu-ray Movie Discs - The software now includes the option to capture high-definition video from a camcorder or HDTV (High Definition TV) A set of digital television (DTV) standards that offer the highest resolution and sharpest picture. Although some HDTV sets are available in standard (rather square) screen sizes, the overwhelming majority of sets are wide screen, which eliminates and burn to Blu-ray discs * Dolby[R] Digital 5.1 support New Output Options * Supports 16:9 Widescreen PC monitors - DVD MovieFactory's user interface and layout automatically adjusts to fit widescreen monitors. * Burn HD DVD folders to HD DVD disc - Now users can easily open and import HD DVD folders and burn them to disc for viewing on set-top players. * CD Extra - Adds data files to music discs * Secure Burning on Data Discs - Now users can password-protect videos, photos, documents, and any other data from unauthorized access and viewing. * Output to HD DVD-R/RW & Blue-ray BD-R/RE discs DVD MovieFactory 6 Standard Edition provides many of the same award-winning features found in the Plus version, but is designed to address the needs of new users working with standard definition video. Pricing and Availability The English version of Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 Standard and Plus editions is available to buy from all major resellers or direct from www.ulead.com. Suggested retail pricing is $49.99 USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. SRP SRP - A data link layer protocol. for the standard version, $79.99 USD SRP for the Plus version. An upgrade is available for users of previous versions. German and French versions of both the Standard and Plus editions of Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 will be available in March 2007. For more information about Ulead DVD MovieFactory 6 please visit www.ulead.com. About Corel Corporation Corel is a leading developer of graphics, productivity and digital media software with more than 40 million users worldwide. The Company's product portfolio includes some of the world's most popular and widely recognized software brands including CorelDRAW[R] Graphics Suite, Corel[R] Paint Shop[R] Pro, Corel[R] Painter[TM], Corel DESIGNER A full-featured Windows drawing program from Corel that has been widely used by technical illustrators. Originally developed by Micrografx, which was acquired by Corel in 2001, Corel DESIGNER is a very sophisticated vector graphics program providing many features of a CAD program, [R], Corel[R] WordPerfect[R] Office, WinZip[R] and iGrafx[R]. In 2006, Corel acquired InterVideo, makers of WinDVD[R] , and Ulead, a leading developer of video, imaging and DVD authoring software. Designed to help people become more productive and express their creative potential, Corel's software strives to set a higher standard for value with full-featured products that are easier to learn and use. The industry has responded with hundreds of awards recognizing Corel's leadership in software innovation, design and value. Corel's products are sold in more than 75 countries through a well-established network of international resellers, retailers, original equipment manufacturers, online providers and Corel's global websites. The Company's headquarters are located in Ottawa, Canada with major offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, China and Japan. Corel's stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol CREL and on the TSX under the symbol CRE. [c] 2007 Corel Corporation. All rights reserved. Corel, CorelDRAW, Paint Shop Pro, Snapfire, Painter, Corel DESIGNER, WordPerfect, WinZip, iGrafx, InterVideo, Ulead, Ulead DVD MovieFactory and the Corel logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. All other product, font and company names and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. |
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