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Internet Video News
In response to the consumer demand for a
single software application, Sony Media
Software has re-introduced DVD Architect
Studio that was previously included in the
Vegas Movie Studio+DVD bundle. DVD Architect
Studio is an application created for DVD
authoring for movies, song compilations and
picture slideshows.
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SONY LAUNCHES STANDALONE VERSION OF DVD
ARCHITECT STUDIO DELIVERING PREMIER DVD
AUTHORING TOOLS TO CONSUMERS
DVD Creation and Authoring Software
Delivers Unmatched New Features and
Usability for Creating Great Looking DVDs at
Home
MADISON, Wisc. — December 15, 2006 — Sony
Media Software, a leading provider of
professional video and audio editing
software applications, announced today the
availability of DVD Architect™ Studio, a
standalone program that addresses the
growing consumer demand for a single
software application dedicated to DVD
authoring for movies, song compilations and
pictures slideshows. Previously only
available bundled with Sony Vegas® Movie
Studio+DVD, this new standalone version
expands Sony’s line of home studio products
by offering a robust application with many
important features that are critical for
creating dynamic and interactive DVDs.
DVD Architect Studio software features the
same look and feel of Sony’s flagship
products, including superior ease-of-use and
a simple drag-and-drop interface for quick
DVD layout; the ability to create both
single and multi-movie DVDs, picture and
music compilations; and support for most
popular DVD burners today.
“DVD Architect Studio will appeal to
creative individuals looking for a tool that
is both robust and easy to use to author
professional looking DVDs,” said Dave
Chaimson, vice president of marketing, Sony
Media Software. “With its full set of
features, DVD Architect Studio provides a
very intuitive user interface with exclusive
Show Me How tutorials for accomplishing
professional quality projects at home or in
the office in a timely manner.”
A complete list of features includes:
* Import audio, video, and stills from an
extensive range of formats
* Easy-to-use, menu-based and drag-and-drop
interface for DVD design and authoring
* DVD movie creation
* Create picture slide shows and music
compilations
* Still and motion menu creation
* Text editing and shadow effects
* NTSC and PAL in standard (4:3) and
widescreen (16:9) formats
* Add, edit, and move chapter points
* Adjustable project and file optimization
settings
* Preview the final project before burning
to DVD using virtual remote
* View safe grid areas to ensure proper
image and button placement
* Includes 27 customizable themes
* Get started right away and learn as you go
with interactive Show Me How tutorials
* Supports a wide variety of DVD burners
Price and Availability
DVD Architect Studio software is now
available worldwide at leading retailers and
online stores for $49.95 (MSRP). For more
information on DVD Architect Studio or any
of Sony Media Software’s leading audio or
video editing solutions, please visit:
http://www.sonymediasoftware.com.
About Sony Media Software
Sony Media Software inspires creative
expression with its award-winning line of
products for digital video, music, DVD, and
audio production. Sound Forge®, ACID®, and
Vegas® software have defined digital content
creation for a generation of creative
professionals, amateurs, and enthusiasts.
These signature product lines continue to
advance the art of providing powerful,
accessible tools to unleash the imagination.
Today, there is a Sony Media Software
application for every level of expertise,
including a full line of consumer software
based on the company's professional
applications. In addition, Sony Media
Software produces the extensive Sony Sound
Series collection of royalty-free loops and
production music, Sony Pictures Sound
Effects Series exclusive sound effects,
Vision Series video creation assets, as well
as ACIDplanet.com(R), the internet's premier
site for independent music and video
artists. As a subsidiary of Sony Corporation
of America, the company also develops
applications that enhance the experience for
users of Sony hardware devices including the
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and Sony
Ericsson mobile phones. Sony Media Software
customers span the globe and include
seasoned professionals in the film,
television, video game, and recording
industries, students and educators,
hobbyists and enthusiasts, and young
children exploring music creation.
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