PRESS RELEASE
Comixware Version 2.0
Released
Newhall, California - February 21, 2004, Yi.magination Studios
announces the release and immediate availability of Comixware
version 2.0.
Comixware, developed and published by Yi.magination Studios, is
an interactive storytelling apparatus that marries contents and
software in one integrated package that offers user unprecedented
creativity and customizability over high quality multimedia contents.
Version 2.0 is a major upgrade from the previous version 1.2.
It comes with many important new features and functions that redefine
storytelling and revolutionize the way entertainment application
being used and/or could be used. (Please find out more about Comixware
at: www.comixware.com.)
New Features in Version 2.0
Expanded File Compatibility
Comixware now accepts user media files in practically any popular
video, bitmap and audio formats to be used in editing directly
(without the need for conversion). This extensive compatible media
pack includes: QuickTime, AVI, SWF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, PICT,
PSD, TIFF, TGA, MP3, AIF, WAV and AU. Plus Comixware will draw
thumbnails of these files on-the-fly and have them shown up in
the asset library instantaneously ready for editing!
User File Sharing
Powerful asset linking engine and movie ID encryption system enable
users to share their personal media in Comixware Gallery on the
Internet, either 'publicly' or 'privately'. For instance, you
can password protect your movie to be shared with designated friends
and family only. Or you can include an administrative ID in your
movie to allow online collaboration with your peers.
Definable Scene Length Control
Now all scenes, regardless of their original length or nature,
can be altered and redefine by user as for their screen duration
and playback scheme (cycled or directional). This feature greatly
expands the choice and possibility of media used in a movie. For
instance you can expand a single frame photo to be a scene of
infinite length.
Cut/Copy/Paste/Insert
Now the Compose section includes advance editing functions
of cut, copy, paste, and insert editing both at the timeline and
at the scene composition level. Copy and paste can also be performed
across different scenes and movies
Multiple Selection
User can now select a group of scenes or objects (whether
in consecutive or nonconsecutive order) to perform advance editing
functions.
OS X Compatible
In addition to the Classic environment (OS 8.x to 9.x), the
Mac version of Comixware is now fully OS X native.
Improved GUI
All the editing features and functions are carried out by
a streamlined and seamless user interface. Almost any task in
Comixware, regardless of its complexity, can be done by a simple
drag-and-drop or mouse click, no input menu or property dialog
to open or close.
Compatibility and Pricing
Comixware is compatible with all flavors of Windows operating
systems (Windows 95, 98, NT4, 2000, ME and XP) as well as with
Mac OS X and Classic (OS 8.x to 9.x) operating systems.
The price for Comixware 2.0 is to be $39.99 for the Download version
and $49.99 for the CD version. Comixware is available exclusively
through online ordering from Comixware web site (comixware.com).
A box version of the software will become available through retail
channels in mid 2004.
Yi.magination is currently running a special promotional offer
for new Comixware users. Customer who orders any version of Comixware
before 4/2/2004 can enjoy the software's old version 1.2 price:
$29.99 for Download version and $39.99 for CD version. This is
a $10 discount from the regular Version 2.0 prices.
Additional Info
Additional press info can be obtained from Comixware web site:
http://www.comixware.com
Contacts
For preview software and inquiries about Comixware, please
provide Press credentials and write to: pr(at)yimagination(dot)com
Attention: Steve Chen.
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