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Digimarc for Images Offers 3 New Editions

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Digimarc for Images

Digimarc has unveiled 3 new digital watermarking solutions for photographers with it Digimarc for Images software.  The software features a new “Chroma” technology that embeds ownership and usage rights into the images themselves without affecting the quality of the image.  These digital watermarks as embedded and read with Photoshop software and can be detected with free browser plugins for Windows users.

Digimarc for Images is now available in basic, professional and small business editions at price points ranging from $99 to $499.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

 

DxO Optics Pro v6.1.2 for Windows

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DxO Optics Pro

DxO has updated DxO Optics Pro to version 6.1.2 for Windows.  The updated software adds support for the following cameras:

– Pentax K-7
– Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
– Sony Alpha DSLR-A550
– Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3
– Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

DxO Optics Pro 6.1.2 also adds 81 new modules for a number of cameras.  Get the complete details at DxO.com.

Corel PaintShop Photo Pro X3 Announced

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Corel PaintShop Photo Pro X3

Corel has announced the latest version of its PaintShop software for digital image post-processing.  PaintShop Photo Pro features a new organizer for rating and tagging photos, as well as RAW image conversion, along with a number of other features.  The new software retails for $100. Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details about PaintShop Photo Pro X3’s features in the press release below. [Read more…]

HDRsoft Photomatix Light 1.0

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HDRsoft has released a more affordable version of its popular Photomatix software.  The new version is called “Photomatix Light.”

Photomatix Light 1.0 is available for $39 via instant download from HDRsoft.com. Photomatix Pro will run you $99.

Photomatix Light 1.0 is a standalone application that provides HDR tone mapping, exposure fusion and automatic alignment of hand-held photos. [Read more…]

Animoto Holiday Greeting Card Alternatives

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Want to jazz up your Christmas cards this year and be a little greener in the process?  Animoto has a cool product for you.

They’ve got three variations of dynamic, animated holiday video greetings that can be easily shared online via email or website. In minutes, Animoto lets anyone create personalized videos – just upload your favorite photos and video clips, add personalized text, pick a song to match the mood, and Animoto takes care of the rest.

It’s not only a paperless, Earth-friendly way to send your holiday well wishes out, it’s also budget friendly – 30-second videos are free, full-length videos cost just $3, and an annual subscription is only $30; high-resolution downloads are just $5 and DVDs cost $20.

The above video took me about 10 minutes or so to make, which included importing photos from a SmugMug gallery (a very cool feature that’s integrated within Animoto).

You can see the other holiday themed videos on this page at Animoto.

The full press release below contains additional details. [Read more…]

CyberLink All-in-One Media Suite 8

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Cyberlink Media Suite 8

CyberLinks All-in-One Media Suite 8 is a software package that covers everything from photos, to videos, music and movies.  One of the key new features is the ability to burn HD video to Blu-ray Discs.  Cyberlink All-in-One Media Suite 8 retails between $80 and $130 depending on the version.  More details in the press release below or on CyberLink’s website. [Read more…]