Audio & video software

  • 9.9

    Orb

    04 Feb 2006 5:34 PM

    If you often wish you had a way to share your photos and home movies while away, Orb might be the perfect solution.

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  • 9

    Ares P2P

    30 Jan 2006 1:32 PM

    Unrestricted searches, a relatively ad-free interface, and chat connectivity make Ares 1.88 a good choice for many users, but LimeWire offers a cleaner interface.

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  • 3.3

    Kazaa 3

    27 Jan 2006 10:45 AM

    With blaring ads, bundled spyware, and limited searches, Kazaa 3 is one free P2P client you should avoid.

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  • 8.8

    LimeWire Basic

    20 Jan 2006 9:15 AM

    Though its search hits are capped, the LimeWire Basic P2P client is spyware-free, attractive and easy to use.

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  • 3.5

    Roxio Easy Media Creator 8

    12 Jan 2006 11:57 AM

    Roxio Easy Media Creator 8 builds on past success by offering a huge range of features and unparalleled ease of use, making it the right suite for most people.

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  • 7

    Adobe Premiere Elements 2

    08 Nov 2005 2:15 PM

    Adobe Premiere Elements 2 is a great video editor for those willing to take the time and effort to learn it.

    Where to buy? $125 to $986 at 3 stores

  • Toast Titanium 7

    08 Nov 2005 11:56 AM

    Even with no serious competition, Roxio Toast stays on top of its game by adding important new features and beefing up old ones. It's a must-have for Mac users.

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  • 8.5

    Propellerhead Reason 3

    03 Nov 2005 5:19 PM

    With its impressive new Combinator tool, Propellerhead's Reason 3 makes it even easier -- and more fun -- to create amazing songs and sounds.

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  • 8.4

    Apple iTunes 6

    28 Oct 2005 12:48 PM

    Version 6 of Apple iTunes is the perfect complement to the video-friendly iPod.

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • 7

    Nero 7 Ultra Edition

    12 Oct 2005 3:53 PM

    Nero 7's new features and low price keep it at the pinnacle of CD/DVD-authoring suites, but some problems mean that you might want to wait for the downloadable version.

    Where to buy? $25 at 1 store

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