Ulead has followed hot
on the heels of rival Roxio's MyDVD 8 with the launch of
its entry-level DVD authoring suite, DVD Moviefactory 5.
Targeted at consumers, the latest version boasts more ease-of-use features
and support for rival high-density disc formats, HD-DVD and Blu-Ray.
Typical features in version 5 include the ability to capture and edit video
from any source, including DV or HDV camcorders, digital TV broadcasts or VCRs.
A new Multi-trim Editor comes with Accucut scrubbing controls for zooming
into a frame-by-frame mode for cutting out unwanted footage.
A much-welcomed feature is Ad-Zapper, which scans any TV programmes you have
recorded and automatically deletes the ads before burning them to DVD.
'With support for both HD disc formats, DVD Moviefactory 5 offers users the
best video experience no matter which standard is chosen,' said Mark Wurdemann,
European Marketing Manager.
'DVD Moviefactory 5 allows users to burn discs with professional-style menus
that will play back their HD video content in its full original resolution.'
Other key features include new authoring tools for creating animated menus,
slideshows and a Quick Drop utility for backing up for photos or video to blank
discs quickly.
The software is shipping now for £29.99, or £20 for existing users who want
to upgrade.
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