Playlist-Creator

Announcing that Wetapps.com, LLC, the developers of Playlist-Creator, has released the latest version of their unique playlist application. This fast and flexible app takes playlist organization to a whole new level, giving users the unlimited freedom to create, edit, rename or delete lists without syncing to iTunes. With an easy interface and fast performance, along with offering more than any other playlist app currently on the market, Playlist-Creator is bound to become a quick favorite with music lovers. more

Crystal Vision has released its most intelligent switch yet with the Smart Switch 3G. Designed to secure the video output in systems that demand high reliability, Smart Switch 3G provides intelligent 2 x 2 switching to a backup signal source by monitoring two 3Gb/s, HD or SD video inputs with up to four groups of embedded audio, and switching between the sources if a specified fault condition arises – no matter how subtle the fault. more

Final Cut Studio® guru Larry Jordan teams up with the UK’s leading digital media training provider; Showcases “Top 10 Plug-ins for Maximum Productivity”

WHO: Larry Jordan: Independent filmmaker, internationally-renowned consultant and Apple®-Certified instructor in digital media with over 25 years experience as a television producer, director and editor with national broadcast and corporate credits. more

Mammoth HD - RED Footage Library expands the RED/Wildlife Galleries with new wildlife footage shot on RED in 4K, 3K and 2K slomo. more

Award-winning training company introduces on-demand training platform; collaborates with IT training gurus, Versatile Communications, to deliver cost-saving, interoperability training

Hoffman Estates, IL – January 27, 2010 - Class on Demand™, a provider of professional educational products for creative markets, is pleased to announce the introduction of their brand new online IT learning platform. Launched today, the new online platform emulates the training methodology of Class on Demand’s award winning, video-based curriculum. Their innovative design includes a secured streaming video server employing Microsoft’s® Silverlight® DRM technology, and a flexible payment engine, allowing the purchase of entire courses or individual modules/chapters. “Customer feedback drives our design and delivery methodology. In the past, our users have requested training immediacy through an on-demand delivery platform. Our new delivery platform does just that. It lets customers view any of our titles whenever they want, subsequently evolving our business model and reinforcing our company brand,” says Paul Holtz, CEO and Founder, Class on Demand. more

Upgrade to the popular resolution-independent video editor includes enhanced Sub-Project capabilities and broader high definition (HD) support

SAN ANTONIO – January 26, 2010 – NewTek Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, announced today that it is now shipping SpeedEDIT™ 2. This upgrade to SpeedEDIT offers numerous advancements, including support for additional file formats and enhanced Sub-Project capabilities for more flexible real-time layering. more

Saves hours in post-production; Automates media synchronization for multi-camera, multi-take, dual-system audio editing

Vancouver, British Columbia – January 26, 2010 – Singular Software™, developer of automation applications for post-production, announced that its flagship product PluralEyes™ version 1.1 for Final Cut Pro® has expanded its support for non-linear editing applications to include Sony® Vegas Pro®. Designed for time-conscious video professionals, PluralEyes offers critical workflow automation tools for analyzing media content and synchronizing audio and video clips, including stunning DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera images. The new PluralEyes plug-in for Vegas Pro provides an array of features for managing multi-camera, multi-take, and dual-system audio productions; including a level audio option, preserving the order of clips, and clip locking for seamless integration into existing workflows. more

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (January 21, 2010) – Vaddio, the global leader in robotic PTZ cameras and camera control systems in the audiovisual, broadcast and videoconferencing industries, will debut the latest robotic PTZ camera technology and how this technology specifically incorporates into videoconferencing and distance education applications at ISE 2010.

ISE 2009 drew in nearly 25,000 attendees and well over 500 exhibitors. ISE 2010 is set to continue this growing trend with another industry-defining event, packed with new product innovations, informative education sessions, and new business opportunities. With the show just next week, Vaddio would like to preview its latest product offerings that will be on display at the show including new PTZ cameras, seamless switchers and video scalers/converters. more

Boris FX, the leading developer of integrated effects technology for video and film, announced that a new Boris Continuum Unit, Materials, is now available. The Boris Continuum Materials Unit includes 15 Boris Continuum Complete filters for creating realistic surfaces and animated organic backgrounds.

The Boris Continuum Materials Unit generates realistic textures such as Steel Plates, Bricks, Clouds, Granite, Wooden Planks, and Rock. The textures are procedurally-generated to ensure smooth render at any scale. Each filter provides a variety of animation parameters including controls for the color, width, height, and other aspects of the material. Many of the filters allow users to add 3D detail and lighting to the material surface. more

Simulates atmospheric conditions such as haze and fog

Wilmington, NC - January 20, 2010 - Digieffects® a developer of visual effects software plugins, today announced that Atmosphere is available for purchase. The Atmosphere plugin for After Effects simulates atmospheric conditions such as haze and fog in your composition. more