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CyberLink PowerDVD
PowerDVD supports a complete range of video and audio formats
including high-definition files and discs, with support for key
Blu-ray formats such as MPEG-4 AVC (H.264). PowerDVD also supports
access to audio and video files over a UPnP digital home network,
ensuring users are ready for the roll-out of UPnP media servers.
PowerDVD ends the debate over the quality of DTS vs. Dolby by
providing support for the latest audio technologies from both.
PowerDVD now offers five viewing modes: Dock--resizes the controls
and adds them to the bottom of the viewing screen; Taskbar--allows
access to controls via an icon on the taskbar; Mini--space-saving
design for essential disc controls, Full screen--expands the
viewing mode to fit the entire screen; Control panel--floating
panel of complete controls is now translucent. 'Say It Again'
ensures users never miss a crucial Hollywood moment with a
smarter, automatic repeat function similar to the manually set AB
Repeat.
Sometimes you really do get what you pay for. At least you do with
the pricey CyberLink PowerDVD, a nifty video player that combines
ease of use, top-notch performance, and an outstanding feature
set. We can hardly find anything to complain about. The compact
and handy interface comes in several flavors, including a
miniature version with minimal playback controls. The context menu
is customizable, and the program automatically resumes playback
from the last point you viewed. You can bookmark interesting
scenes and move subtitles so they don't interfere with the
picture. Video-enhancement options include color profiles and
Eagle Vision technology, which makes the picture brighter and more
natural. CyberLink PowerDVD also has tools for improving sound on
headphones or two-speaker systems. You can enable a different
parental control level for each of your kids. What's not to like?
OK, the price: $79.95 for the full-blown Deluxe version. However,
if you can do without DTS decoding, DVD audio, and a handful of
other features, you can get a slightly stripped-down version for
$49.95--and have plenty of power to spare.
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