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Aquafadas updates iDive to version 1.8

iDive 20070822 200756  Aquafadas updates iDive to version 1.8Aquafadas has announced iDive 1.8, the latest installment in its video cataloging product. This new version includes a completely new capture module for video footage that lets users choose how they want their videos stored on disk: either as high quality footage fully compatible with either iMovie or Final Cut, or as on-the-fly compressed videos. iDive 1.8 also includes numerous organizational improvements: tape groups have been introduced as well as folder hierarchies for imported material. New maintenance tools have been introduced to run diagnostic and repair corrupted libraries. Improved handling of iMovie projects, improved tagging and an extended documentation conclude this long list of changes.

iDive offers amateur and semi-professional users a robust on-screen digital video shoebox to store clips and still images. The application includes truly innovative tools that make navigation both easy and fast, regardless of the number of clips being stored. Power previewing, customizable views, “drag & drop” attribute tagging and a timeline display turn any assortment of disorganised tapes and video files into an instantly accessible catalog of digital video that can be enjoyed at any time.

The iDive 1.8 release is available immediately for download from the Aquafadas web site and is free for 1.5 customers. A single user license key sells for USD$69.95 (59.95euros + VAT) , with academic prices being offered at USD$49.95. Volume discounts are also available.

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Vertus unmasks Fluid Mask 2.0, a powerful image cut-out tool

Vertus has announced the release of Fluid Mask 2.0, an upgrade to its Adobe Photoshop plug-in that boasts a set of new features designed to improve usability and results. A key feature is the new Edge Overlay that shows clean object edges within an image before masking commences and makes it possible to select, group and mask objects in images to make great cut-outs.

Vertus also coincides the launch of Fluid Mask 2.0 with the announcement of a price reduction to USD$199 from USD$249 following overwhelming interest from non-corporate customers as well as professional users.

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Total Training Announces Video Training for Adobe Acrobat 7.0 Professional

Total Training has announced its latest instructional offering for office productivity and security titled Total Training Presents: Adobe Acrobat 7 Professional. This CD-based series of lessons covers the benefits and functionality of the widely used productivity software, while demonstrating time-saving techniques for streamlining document processes. With a solid understanding of how to use Acrobat 7.0 Professional, users can manage a range of essential business activities such as assembling documents from multiple sources, creating intelligent forms, and securely collaborating on projects inside and outside the firewall.

Total Training Presents: Adobe Acrobat 7 Professional is available now from Total Training for $199.99 USD.

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