Sony Launches New Version Of Vegas+DVD Production Suite
September 07, 2006 AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands — Sony Media Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing software applications, announced today the immediate availability of the Vegas™+DVD Production Suite, a significant upgrade to its award-winning professional video, audio, and DVD production software solution. The suite includes Vegas 7 and DVD Architect™ 4 software, as well as a Dolby Digital® AC-3 multi-channel encoder for 5.1 surround output.

Intervideo announces release of DVD Copy 5 platinum
FREMONT, CA - July 25, 2006 -- InterVideo®, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVII) an industry leader in next-generation DVD and multimedia software, announced today the release of the much-anticipated InterVideo DVD Copy 5™ Platinum. This follow-up to the successful DVD Copy series includes a number of new features and innovations that makes it the best choice for disc copying and backup needs. More than just a copy program, InterVideo DVD Copy 5 Platinum is the fastest disc backup software on the market that can be used to copy unencrypted movies, file and backup data, or merge multiple video files and burn to a single DVD in three easy steps.

Media 100 Ships Version 11
Marlborough, MA - June 28, 2006 - Media 100, a leading provider of advanced editing systems for the corporate, broadcast, postproduction, and multi-media industries, today announced that Media 100 HD Suite, Media HDe and Media 100 SDe version 11.0 are now shipping. Announced at NAB 2006, the version 11 release offers Media 100 editors 10-bit uncompressed HD and SD editing capabilities, support for broadcast-quality format conversions, and increased system performance by leveraging Mac OS X® and AJA Video OEM solutions. The version 11 release is also a first step towards native integration with the Boris FX product line, bringing the world-class compositing and effects technology seamlessly within the Media 100 interface.

Apple Releases Shake 4.1
CUPERTINO, California—June 20, 2006—Apple® today delivered Shake® 4.1, the first Universal version of its industry leading compositing software and cut its price from $2,999 to $499 to fit almost any production’s budget. Final Cut® Studio editors can now take advantage of Shake for sophisticated 3D compositing, keying, image tracking and stabilization for the price of a plug-in. Shake continues to be the tool of choice for major motion-picture studios and leading effects houses to create award-winning visual effects including this year's Oscar winner, “King Kong.” “At just $499, Shake is now priced as low as a plug-in for Final Cut Studio,” said Rob Schoeben, Apple’s vice president of Applications Product Marketing. “Now Final Cut Studio customers can retouch their shots with Shake’s optical flow technology or add photo realistic visual effects to their productions, even on a shoestring budget.”

REALVIZ announced new up-date for VTour
(May 24, 2006) REALVIZ, a leader in image processing software development, is pleased to announce that a new patch up-date is now available for VTour. The software, which launched in March 2006, draws on the award-winning technology of Stitcher and ImageModeler, and offers users of all levels an innovative and effective solution for the creation of photo-real 3D environments from 2D pictures or panoramas. Version 1.0.1 of VTour includes an number of significant additions, including the improved capability to create Web-compatible projects, as well as an updated SPi-V3d viewer. The Patch is available free of charge to all existing VTour owners. New users may also purchase this latest version until 31. May 2006 at the reduced price of 300 ?/$ 340 (normal list price 499 ?/$ 580)*.

Jahshaka 2.0 RC3 Released!
Monday, 15 May 2006 We are pleased to announce that Jahshaka 2.0rc3 is now stable and is available for immediate download! With RC3 we have hit a major milestone for the jahshaka project – we now have a complete cross platform suite of high end post production features in a single application thats easy to download, install and use!

Avid Deko 4.0 Delivers New Creative Tools and Increases Workflow Efficiency
Tewksbury, Mass. – March 22, 2006 – Avid Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVID) today announced the immediate availability of Avid Deko 4.0 software, a significant upgrade for the entire Deko family of real-time on-air graphics systems. Ideal for standard-definition (SD) and high-definition (HD) broadcast operations, Avid Deko 4.0 software offers unique real-time animation features for creating sophisticated effects as well as tight interoperability between production systems. With the ability to import QuickTime movies, export Deko motions directly to Avid and other nonlinear editing systems, and simultaneously create SD and HD graphics packages in multiple languages, Avid Deko 4.0 software is setting new standards in efficiency for broadcasters producing high-quality on-air graphics for multi-channel playout.

THE PIXEL FARM SHIPS PFCLEAN 1.5
Windsor, U.K. 21st March 2006 - The Pixel Farm, a company focused on innovation in the field of high-end digital post-production, is pleased to announce the release of PFClean1.5. Since its release in 2005, PFClean has already been adopted by a growing number of DI and post-production facilities worldwide including, Hollywood Intermediates, Ollin Studios and Hungarian Film Labs.

eyeon Welcomes Michael Bailey As Senior Director of Sales
Toronto, Ontario March 15, 2006 - eyeon Software, a worldwide leader in visual effects tools, today announced the addition of Michael Bailey as Senior Director of Sales. Bailey brings more than two decades of industry expertise to the eyeon team, most recently as a global manager for ATI Technologies. His career depth in the industry and solid track record will further eyeon's rapid expansion into the post-production, gaming and visual effects communities. "Mike was actually with us in the DOS days and everyone at eyeon is genuinely excited to work with him again. Mike has watched Fusion develop from the ground up and his experience will be a huge asset to the company." Steve Roberts, CEO eyeon Software Inc.

Canopus Offers Trial Version of EDIUS Pro 3 Realtime Video Editing Software
San Jose, Calif. (March 15, 2006) – Canopus, a part of the Grass Valley™ business within Thomson (Euronext Paris: 18453; NYSE: TM), today launched a new 30-day trial of its EDIUS NLE software, which gives customers access to EDIUS Pro 3 v3.61 features, including native 1080i, 1080p and 720p HDV support and realtime mixed-format editing. This trial version also offers a sample of EDIUS Broadcast features, such as advanced metadata support, realtime native editing and I/O support for standard definition Sony XDCAM and standard, as well as high definition, Panasonic DVCPRO P2, the format used in the popular Panasonic AG-HVX200 camera. Customers can download the software trial (also available on CD) from the company's Web site at www.canopus.com.

Sony Announces Major ACID Pro Software Upgrade
ANAHEIM, Calif. — NAMM Show, Sony Booth #6210 — Sony Media Software today announced ACID® Pro 6 software, a significant upgrade to its award-winning, professional music creation and production application. This new release includes several major development enhancements to the recording and MIDI capabilities of the program, transforming version 6 into a full-featured professional digital audio and MIDI workstation. ACID Pro 6 software is expected to be available in April at an MSRP of US $499.95.

Boris Blue Public Beta Now Available
Boston, MA - Boris FX, the leading developer of integrated effects technology for video and film production, today announced the availability of a public beta of Boris Blue. Boris Blue is a 3D compositing and motion graphics solution based on the award-winning Boris Red plug-in. This standalone application provides unprecedented 3D creativity with real-time performance to accelerate your workflow.

Sony Media Software Launches Update Of Vegas 6
MADISON, WI - September 23,2005 - Sony Media Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing software applications, announced today the immediate availability of a new, free update to its Vegas® 6 award-winning non-linear professional video and audio editing platform for registered users. New features include file import support for Sony DVD Handycam® camcorders, full resolution MXF reader capabilities for Sony XDCAM™ Professional Disc™ system camcorders, and file exporting and publishing to the PSP™ system. The Vegas 6 update is available for download at www.sony.com/mediasoftware.

Ulead Ships Updated MediaStudio® Pro 8
Taiwan - September 20, 2005 - Ulead Systems, Inc., a 16-year industry leader in video, image and DVD software, today announced it has started shipping Ulead® Media Studio® Pro 8, the latest version of Ulead's professional video editing software. The
new release offers a professional, yet easy-to-use, approach to video editing suitable
for video enthusiasts, newly-professional video editors, documentary filmmakers, wedding/event videographers and media producers in corporate and education.

Avid Completes Acquisition of Pinnacle
Tewksbury , MA – August 9, 2005 – Avid Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVID) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Pinnacle Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: PCLE). Avid will issue approximately 6.2 million shares of stock and pay approximately $71.3 million in cash to Pinnacle shareholders and option holders. As of today's market close, Pinnacle Systems shares have ceased trading and Pinnacle has been delisted from the Nasdaq market.

eyeon Announces Fusion 5 Availability
Los Angeles, California - August 2, 2005 - eyeon Software Inc. announced at Siggraph 2005 that Fusion 5, their flagship compositing application, will be shipping on August 31, 2005. Fusion 5's core features include 3D compositions with lights, cameras and primitives, OpenGL acceleration with display views, and an essential change to ASCII files. Since its initial announcement at last year's Siggraph and ongoing artist feedback during the Fusion 5 World Tour, Fusion 5 offers a host of new features and workflow enhancements, including: Waveform, Vectorscope and 3D Histogram Monitors Producing graphics and effects for broadcast requires that colors are legal at all times. New realtime vectorscope, histogram and waveform displays in Fusion 5 offer complete color control.

Adobe Systems to integrate Vizrt Rotoscoping technology into product line through exclusive licensing agreement
Bergen Norway, June 27, 2005 – Vizrt, the world’s leading producer of real-time 2D and true 3D graphics system for television, has entered into an agreement with Adobe Systems whereby Adobe will license, develop and distribute the Curious gFx software. Adobe will be using this licensed technology to expand the professional capabilities of its product line by integrating it into future Adobe software.

Boris Graffiti Version 4.0 Now Available
Friday, May 6, 2005 Boris FX, the leading developer of integrated effects technology for video and film, today announced that Graffiti 4.0 is now available. Boris Graffiti is a plug-in that provides integrated broadcast-quality 2D and 3D titling features directly inside nonlinear editing systems. Animate 2D and 3D titles over your timeline video without importing and exporting. Easily create sophisticated extruded text and shapes with bump maps, reflections and textures as well as animatable 2D and 3D charts. Advanced options include jitter, randomization, text on a path and type-on animation. "Graffiti users will be thrilled with the new features and many optimizations," says Boris FX founder and president Boris Yamnitsky. "With render speeds increased by an average of 75 percent on Macintosh and 25 percent on Windows, Version 4.0 satisfies the highest expectations for streamlined workflow. Graffiti puts the most innovative, user-friendly titling tools in the industry at your fingertips."

Apple Announces Shake 4
Shake 4, a major upgrade to the industry’s leading compositing software used by independent artists and visual effects facilities to create the world’s most celebrated visual effects for film and television, delivers 3D multi-plane compositing, cutting-edge optical flow image processing and unprecedented integration with Final Cut Pro 5. [Apr 17, 2005]

Bauhaus Software Ships Animator’s Toolbar
SAN ANTONIO — April 6, 2005 — Bauhaus Software Inc. today announced the immediate availability of Animator’s Toolbar, a powerful new suite of 2D animation automation tools for Mirage Studio 1.5. Animator’s Toolbar was designed from the ground up for integration with Mirage Studio 1.5, Bauhaus’ flagship paperless 2D animation, paint and effects system. Animator’s Toolbar dramatically broadens the capabilities of traditional 2D animators and significantly accelerates their production workflow.

Avid Technology, Inc. to Acquire Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
Tewksbury, Mass., and Mountain View, Calif. 3/21/2005- Avid Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVID) and Pinnacle Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: PCLE) today announced that Avid has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pinnacle in a cash and stock transaction. Under the terms of the agreement, Pinnacle shareholders will receive .0869 shares of Avid stock and $1.00 in cash for each Pinnacle share. At closing, it is expected that Avid will issue approximately 6.2 million shares and pay $71.3 million in cash, for a total estimated value of $462 million based on Avid’s stock price of $62.95 at market close on Friday, March 18, 2005. Upon completion of the transaction, the 6.2 million shares to be issued to Pinnacle’s former shareholders will represent approximately 15 percent of Avid’s outstanding common stock. The acquisition is subject to satisfying a number of closing conditions, including shareholder and regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2005.

Bauhaus Software Ships Mirage 1.5
SAN ANTONIO — March 16, 2005 — Bauhaus Software Inc. today announced the immediate availability of Mirage 1.5, a new version of its powerful 2D animation, paint and special effects system. A true paperless digital animation system, Mirage dramatically broadens the capabilities of traditional 2D animators, allowing users to create any classical or digital style 2D animation – from cel animation and anime, to rotoscoping, stop motion and more – in a fully-digital pipeline. Mirage is proven to drastically reduce costs and decrease animation production time by up to 50 percent when compared with traditional 2D pipelines.

Roxio Unveils Easy Media Creator 7.5
CeBIT International Trade Show 2005, Hannover, Germany (March 10, 2005) - Roxio®, a division of Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ: SNIC), the leader in digital media software, today unveiled Easy Media Creator 7.5. The latest version of Roxio's award-winning digital media software combines technologies from both Roxio and Sonic® into the most comprehensive suite of CD and DVD authoring and burning, photo, video and music applications on the market. Available in retail channels in April, Easy Media Creator 7.5 offers exceptional value to consumers who want to create, manage, share and preserve their personal digital content.

Ulead Announces DVD MovieFactory 4
CeBIT (Hannover, Germany)- March 10, 2005 - Ulead Systems, Inc., a 15-year industry leader in video, image and DVD software, announces Ulead® DVD MovieFactory™ 4 Disc Creator, the latest version of its all-in-one consumer-level DVD creation software for the PC. DVD MovieFactory 4 Disc Creator offers useful digital media tools such as the ability to burn audio DVDs, fit dual layer DVDs to a single layer disc and quickly sync music to an MP3 player. At the same time, it enables consumers to turn videos and photos into DVD movies and slideshows to watch on TV with a professional-looking DVD menu. DVD MovieFactory 4 Disc Creator is the right fit for anyone who wants a variety of tools to handle their digital media as well as the ability to create polished home movies, slideshows and business presentations.

Discreet Announces combustion 4 Desktop Compositing Software
Montreal, Canada—February 8, 2005—Discreet, the media and entertainment division of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), today announced combustion® 4 software, the highly anticipated upgrade to its visual effects desktop software solution. combustion software for Windows® and Macintosh® will feature a complete set of sophisticated tools for visual effects creation, including vector paint, particles, effects, animation and 3D compositing tools. Version 4 is the company’s most exciting combustion feature upgrade to date, and provides motion graphics and compositing artists new creative capabilities, interface improvements, new paint tools and enhanced interoperability with most 3D animation products including Discreet’s industry-leading 3ds max® animation software, and Discreet’s cleaner® encoding software and its systems products including flint®, flame®, inferno®, fire® and smoke®.

macXware MediaEdit Pro
Enhanced Movie, Audio & Image Editing for OS X Designed specifically for moviemakers, amateur photographers and new creative artists, MediaEdit Pro will introduce you to the world of movie and picture magic and help create professional looking, impressive media projects. Enhance your projects by adding over 200 included stunning effects, filters and transitions. For the professional in you, try a more creative approach by designing your own unique filters and effects with a powerful script editor. MediaEdit Pro's ease-of-use lets even beginners create movies that will impress pros!

Sorenson Squeeze 4 Product Line Now Shipping
SALT LAKE CITY (August 25, 2004) -Sorenson Media(r) today announced the immediate availability of Sorenson Squeeze(r) 4 - a new line of video compression applications for digital video professionals and enthusiasts. The Sorenson Squeeze 4 product line includes the Sorenson Squeeze 4 Compression Suite(tm), Sorenson Squeeze 4 for Macromedia(r) Flash(tm) MX, and Sorenson Squeeze 4 for MPEG-4(tm) - all of which are available in Windows(r) and Macintosh(r) versions. With improved workflow and timesaving enhancements, Sorenson Media's upgraded video compression line-up introduces several innovative new features, including support for high-definition (HD) video and unparalleled encoding efficiency with Sorenson AVC(tm) Pro codec (also known as H.264) in the Sorenson Squeeze 4 Compression Suite and Sorenson Squeeze 4 for MPEG-4.

Discreet Announces lustre 2.5 Digital Colour Grading System
Montreal, Canada—August 4, 2004—Discreet, a division of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced its lustre® 2.5 system, designed to further advance digital film grading and provide new benchmarks in quality and performance. Installed in 19 film studios and post-production facilities around the world, lustre is the leading colour grading system in the rapidly growing Digital Intermediate (DI) marketplace. An April 2004 survey by Film & Video magazine indicates that 39 percent of post-production houses in the United States identified DI as being the ‘most significant technical opportunity for business in 2004’ – making market conditions ripe for Discreet’s lustre system.