Digital Home Thoughts: CyberLink Launches PowerDirector 7

"CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), innovative solutions provider for the connected digital lifestyle, today launched the latest version of its video-editing software PowerDirector. Featuring end-to-end high-definition format support, PowerDirector 7 allows users to turn their captured videos into professional-looking movies with ease. Key features in PowerDirector 7 include: High-definition support throughout – from capturing, to editing, enhancing, production, and disc-authoring, users can enjoy the best in video quality, and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. Full support for Blu-ray Disc authoring – including BDAV and BDMV formats. Advanced video-editing tools – support for 6 independent PiP tracks, key frame controls for personalized effects and motion paths, 3D slideshows with soundtrack beat detection, for pro-like results. Greatly enhanced Magic Tools and user interface – users can enjoy quicker access to all functions, 1-click fixing and editing, and improved usability. DirectorZone – the new web community for PowerDirector users, it allows for upload, download and sharing of customized templates for DVD menus, frames, motion objects and more; direct access to Flickr and Freesound – users can browse and download thousands of photos and audio tracks to use in their productions."



I have to admit I have very little experience with Cyberlink products - in fact, until I started looking at the hp tx2000, I had never had any hands-on time with Cyberlink software beyond their software DVD player of bygone years. Cyberlink continues to move ahead with a wide array of digital media software, and this latest release looks feature-packed - the Flickr integration looks slick for those of you who are Flickr users. Unfortunately they don't have a free trial available yet.