Maxon is adding on technology and talent with the acquisition of Red Giant specialists in film effects and motion graphics. Right in the middle of wrapping presents, agonizing over what to feed people, and wishing work would just shut up for a minute, Maxon and Red Giant announced plans to “combine forces,” in a deal for stock and $70 million cash. Maxon’s … [Read more...] about Maxon acquires Red Giant and expands its portfolio
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Adobe adds on VR 3D modeling; acquires Oculus Medium
Adobe has itself a modeler…like no other. Adobe’s 3D and Immersive (3D&I) group has announced the addition of Oculus Medium to an emerging portfolio that includes Dimension, Substance, and Aero, tools that complement Adobe’s flagship products Photoshop and After Effects. Facebook’s Oculus Medium was introduced to the world along with the Oculus controllers in 2016. It … [Read more...] about Adobe adds on VR 3D modeling; acquires Oculus Medium
Adobe redefines the creative experiences at Max 2019
At its annual design conference, Adobe announced enhancements to its Creative Cloud suite of applications. One of the big news is the announcement of Photoshop on the iPad. This application was first previewed at last year's Max event. The long-awaited application is available in Apple app store now. Adobe also released major updates to Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After … [Read more...] about Adobe redefines the creative experiences at Max 2019
Let the machine do it: Adobe leverages AI for reformatting
Adobe reframe for Premiere lets users automatically change the format of their videos. AI and machine learning help accelerate the process. At IBC 2019, Adobe’s motto was “get to the finish line faster”; so that includes plenty of new stuff Adobe has added to the workflow over the years and almost none of it is sexy. The point of this year’s pitch was that taking the … [Read more...] about Let the machine do it: Adobe leverages AI for reformatting
Drawing and painting app Adobe Fresco launched for the iPad
The latest addition to Creative Cloud works well with Adobe Photoshop, Capture, and Illustrator. Adobe has launched a new app, Adobe Fresco (announced as Project Gemini last year at Adobe Max) for artists, illustrators, animators, sketchers, and anyone who enjoys drawing and painting. Designed for Apple Pencil and touch devices, Adobe Fresco lets a user paint with brushes … [Read more...] about Drawing and painting app Adobe Fresco launched for the iPad