Corel Launches WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray

Corel Corporation
announced the latest release of Corel WinDVD, the world’s number one
DVD and video playback software on PCs.

Corel WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray
features a new, more intuitive user interface, new video technologies
including advanced upscaling that enables users to create
near-high-definition viewing with standard-definition DVDs, enhanced
Blu-ray Disc playback, as well as the latest in high-definition
surround sound for the ultimate viewing experience. With more than 200
million units shipped worldwide, WinDVD remains the industry standard
for DVD, video and Blu-ray Disc playback.

"WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray is designed for the movie buff, frequent
flyer and those who want a superior video and audio playback experience
in one easy-to-use solution," said Jeff Hastings, President and General
Manager, Digital Media at Corel. "More and more people are adopting the
latest high-definition technologies such as Blu-ray Disc and AVCHD.
With WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray, users will have access to the latest
Blu-ray Disc playback capabilities including BonusView as well as
revolutionary upscaling technology that enables users to create
near-high-definition viewing with standard-definition DVDs."

New User Interface

The new user interface in WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray makes viewing and
navigation easier providing a more pleasant viewing experience.

• Graphite Interface – The sophisticated graphite design blends
  seamlessly with a Microsoft® Windows XP or Windows Vista desktop.
• Navigation Controls – The de-cluttered user
  interface displays a clean, sleek look where navigation controls can be
  hidden instantly. Users will find advanced audio and video controls to
  easily personalize the playback experience.

New State-of-the-Art Video Technologies

WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray maximizes the viewing experience with state-of-the-art video upscaling technologies including:

• Unique Trimension All2HD Upscaling – Converts
  standard-definition DVDs and videos to crisp near-high-definition video
  without the added expense of high-definition drives and media.
• Digital Natural Motion – Removes the judder
  effect from fast-motion scenes for the smoothest possible playback
  creating a better-than-original look.
• De-snow Filter – Removes digital noise from MPEG, H.264 and VC-1 low-resolution video to provide a clearer viewing experience.
• De-block Filter – Removes blocky digital artifacts from MPEG, H.264 and VC-1 compressed video.

Enhanced Blu-ray Disc Playback

With WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray, users can enjoy 1080p high-definition Hollywood blockbusters or Blu-ray Disc home movies.

• Advanced Interactive Content Support – Next-generation
  interactivity provides access to pop-up menus or picture-in-picture
  features with full BD-J support, all without interrupting the movie.
• Latest Surround Sound Technologies – Dolby
  Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD surround sound support are
  included in WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray for the ultimate audio experience.
• Next-Generation Hardware Acceleration –
  Experience superb playback of the most demanding titles with support
  for NVIDIA PureVideo HD and ATI Avivo HD hardware acceleration
  providing increased user support of high-definition playback.
• Fully Compliant with Content Protection Systems
  – Supports HDCP, AACS and BD+ to ensure worry-free playback now and
  into the future.
• AVCHD – Supports playback of video from AVCHD camcorders copied from the
  camcorder hard drive, on AVCHD disc or memory card.

Laptop Features

WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray optimizes the on-the-go movie viewing experience with the latest laptop features including:

• Battery Optimization – Extends the life of the laptop’s battery providing extended playback time.
• TimeStretch – Increases video and audio playback speed so users never miss the ending of their favorite movie while traveling.
• Smart Stretch – Provides standard or widescreen viewing allowing flexibility for varying movie and laptop types.
• Virtual Surround Sound – Supports virtual surround sound technologies even when listening on headphones and stereo speakers.

Pricing and Availability

WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray is priced at $99.99 SRP (US and Canada), and is available starting today. WinDVD
9 Plus Blu-ray also includes HD DVD playback with Advanced Navigation,
and all of the features and technologies in WinDVD 9 Plus and WinDVD 9.

WinDVD 9 Plus is priced at $79.99 SRP (US and Canada), and is available starting today. WinDVD
9 Plus includes play back of standard-definition DVD and video with
advanced Trimension All2HD upscaling for a near-HD viewing experience,
as well as AVCHD video playback. Audio playback technologies include
Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic® IIx and DTS Digital Surround.
WinDVD 9 Plus includes all of the features and technologies in WinDVD 9.

WinDVD 9 is priced at $49.99 SRP (US and Canada), and is available starting today. WinDVD
9 is for users who want straight-forward playback of
standard-definition videos and DVDs as well as DivX and QuickTime
movies. WinDVD 9 includes Dolby Digital, DTS 2.0 Channel, SRS
TruSurround XT audio technologies.

Upgrades from WinDVD 6, 7 and 8 to WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray are priced
at $59.99 SRP (US and Canada).

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