Acoustica sent out a press release this morning, announcing that version 3.x of their Acoustica CD/DVD Label Maker software now supports LightScribe.
Acoustica Inc. has released Acoustica CD/DVD Label Maker Version 3.x, which now supports LightScribe Direct Disk Technology. LightScribe Direct Disc Labeling is a new technology that offers user a simple, no-hassle way to burn professional, silkscreen-quality labels on their CDs and DVDs. Using the same laser that burns data in their disc drives, users burn their data as always, flip the disc over, reinsert it into the drive and burn a precise, iridescent label with their desired text and graphics using the same laser that burns the data - no printer, permanent marker or adhesive labeling is required.

Acoustica CD Label Maker can automatically import track information directly from iTunes playlists or from dozens of playlist file types, can import track information from CD-Text, FreeDB, and MusicBrainz, and can directly read track/file information from MP3 or data CDs and DVDs. Auto-tracks formatting allows you to format your tracks layout in a variety of styles, including circular and spiral text, with a single click. You can also hide and show specific tracks fields (title, artist, genre, etc.) or hide/show tracks listings altogether with a single button click or menu selection. Prints on over 500 stock sticker labels and CD jewel case templates. Acoustica CD/DVD Label Maker also supports direct-to-CD printing on more than 70 printers.
Acoustica CD/DVD Label Maker 3.x is available now for $21.95. More information can be found here. Add a comment
CyberLink sent out a press release this morning, announcing the launch of PowerProducer 4 Next-Gen. This new version adds a number of features including the ability to capture high-def video and author Blu-ray Discs and HD DVD's.
CyberLink Corp. (5203.TWO), a world leader and pioneer in providing integrated solutions for the Digital Home, announced today the release of PowerProducer 4 Next-Gen, an enhanced version featuring high-definition video capturing and production, widescreen support and advanced Magic Video Editing tools.

The new features combine CyberLink's intelligent DVD authoring technologies with the newest generation of disc technology, offering authoring and burning on HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs.
PowerProducer 4 Next-Gen is available now for US$69.95 and can be purchased directly from CyberLink via their online store. More information can be found here. Add a comment
InterVideo has announced the launch of their new DVD playback software, WinDVD 8. Along with support for Windows Vista, WinDVD 8 offers a number of new and expanded features including support for high-def formats like MPEG2-HD, VC1, WMV-HD and H.264 HD.
InterVideo, Inc. (NASDAQ:IVII - News) today announced WinDVD 8, the latest release of the software DVD player favored by 175 million users worldwide. WinDVD 8 takes video and audio playback to the next generation with Windows Vista(TM) compatibility. Offering an unprecedented list of new and expanded features, the new version delivers the smooth, crystal-clear video and rich surround sound users have come to expect from WinDVD.

"With the advent of the Windows Vista era, being able to use a single software solution to play all DVD/video/audio in multiple formats simplifies our customers' digital lifestyle," said Steve Ro, CEO and President of InterVideo. "People are eager to adopt next-generation technologies like H.264, VC1 or the UPnP ability in the new Windows Vista OS, and WinDVD 8 provides this path. WinDVD users worldwide can always get the most out of their current systems. Now, WinDVD 8 users can also leverage the enhanced multimedia features and capabilities of Windows Vista."
WinDVD 8 is currently available at InterVideo's web site and will be at retail outlets within the next few weeks. The Gold and Platinum versions are priced at $39.95 and $59.95 respectively. More information on both can be found here. Add a comment
CyberLink has announced that their BD Solution software is being bundled with LG's X600 series desktop computers. Here's part of their press release:
CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a world leader in digital home solutions, announced today that Blu-ray Disc creativity and burning software suite CyberLink BD Solution is available with LG's XPION X600 series desktop computers.

CyberLink BD Solution features award-winning DVD player software PowerDVD, which provides the software player functionality for enabling the XPION X600's high-definition video playback and enjoying the advanced navigation features of Hollywood Blu-ray Discs.
If you'd like to read more, CyberLink's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
Erik Deppe has released yet another version of CD-DVD Speed. Along with the usual bug fixes and improvements, this version features a number of new Disc Quality tests for BenQ and Lite-On drives.

CD-DVD Speed v4.70 - Download
  • Added Advanced Disc Quality test for certain BenQ drives
    Following parameters are measured:
    CD: E11,E21,E31,E12,E22,E32,BLER,Jitter
    DVD: 1-5 PIE,PIE,PIF,POE,POF,Jitter  
  • Disc Quality test:
    • Jitter can be reported with recent LiteOn drives
    • Added CLV and P-CAV settings for BenQ drives (CD scanning)
    • Added Advanced options button
  • Replaced 'Write and Verify' option by 'Streaming' option
  • Bitsetting: improved support for NEC drives
  • Small improvements and bug fixes
More information can be found on the CD Speed website. Also, feel free to share your experiences in our forum. Add a comment