Apple Released Shake 4.1 (Universal) and Dropped Price by 83 Percent

Apple released Shake 4.1, the first Universal version of its industry leading compositing software and dropped its price over 83 percent from $2,999 to $499 to fit almost any production's budget. Final Cut Studio users can now take advantage of Shake for sophisticated 3D compositing, keying, image tracking and stabilization for the price of a plug-in. According to Apple, Shake continues to be the tool of choice for major motion-picture studios and leading effects houses to create award-winning visual effects including this year's Oscar winner, "King Kong."

Shake 4.1 delivers significant performance gains on the new Intel-based Macs providing artists and editors with desktop level experience on the new MacBook Pro. Apple's performance tests on a MacBook Pro have shown that common tasks such as color correction, warping and the application of filters are processed up to 3.5 times faster on a 2.16GHz MacBook Pro than on a 1.67GHz PowerBook G4. Artists and editors can start compositing with HD, 2K and even 4K shots directly on location making Shake 4.1 on a MacBook Pro an ideal tool for continuity.

Shake 4.1 is now available through the Apple Store, Apple's retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers. Owners of Shake 4 can take advantage of a crossgrade to Shake 4.1 for just $49. [Image courtesy of Apple Computer--Bill Fox]