U & I Software Announces Video Art Synthesizer and Sequencer

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U & I Software debuted Videodelic, a real-time softwarevideo art synthesizer and sequencer for Power Macintosh computers, at MacWorld San Francisco 2000. Videodelic mixes and morphs still images, QuickTime movies, and live video input and applies a wide range of special effects in real time under audio, MIDI, or computer keyboard control.

Videodelic is a new kind of multimedia application -- a video art synthesis instrument with built-in Montage Room sequencer. Videodelic introduces a new modality for creating multimedia art. It can be used as a real-time instrument for creating dynamic, live visual improvisations, or it can be used to create video compositions which can be rendered as QuickTime movies.

Videodelic features a wide range of image, color, and display effects that make it the perfect tool for creating everything from avant-garde video art and visual accompaniment for music concerts to promotional spots for commercials and kiosk displays. Since all effect parameters can be controlled by audio, MIDI, or computer keyboard input, it is a snap to create dazzling, dynamic presentations that respond to a performer or soundtrack. and can be mastered in minutes. Its unique effects and control matrix make it powerful enough to satisfy professionals, yet it requires no special knowledge and is meant to open the door to multimedia art for all of us.

Key Features:

• Real-time performance or Montage Room sequencing
• Stunning image, color and display effects
• Effect parameters all controllable in real-time
• Audio, MIDI, computer keyboard or random control of all effects and effect parameters
• Dynamic animation from still images
• Still images, QuickTime movies and live video input as input sources

Pricing and Availability:
The suggested retail price for Videodelic is $249. It is scheduled to ship during the first quarter of 2000. A specially-priced pre-release subscription will be announced at MacWorld that allows users to purchase a subscription for downloadable advanced beta releases.

A special performance with Videodelic will be held on Friday, January 7 in San Francisco. Details are available at www.uisoftware.com/events/party.html.

For more information visit U&I's website at www.uisoftware.com.