DVD-R Dual-Layer Recording
Integrated into Several Nero 6 Applications
Karlsbad, Germany (February 22, 2005) -- Nero,
leaders in digital media technology, announced today that their award-winning
digital media suite, Nero 6, is the first consumer digital media software to
support DVD-R dual-layer (DL) recording.
DVD-R DL recording allows the user to store up to
8.5Gbytes of data or up to 8 hours of DVD video on one side of the disc.
'Next-generation DVD recording technology is here, and Nero has already provided
users with the tools to operate it," said Jim Corbett, Executive Director of
Nero AG. 'Dual-layer recording has raised DVD recording technology to new
levels, and gives users access to a new and exciting format that was previously
available only to professionals."
The recent update to Nero 6 provides users with
enhanced Dual-Layer Recording tools including DVD-R DL disc support for 8.5GB
data storage or 120 min playback time (SP) for DVD-Video. Nero BackItUp's
extensive back up features takes full advantage of the increased disc space of
DL discs. Nero Express 6 and Nero Burning Rom allows users to burn standard data
and digital audio discs with up to 8.5 GB in size. Also included in Nero 6 are
the powerful DVD and digital video playback software, Nero ShowTime 2, the
standard packet writing application, InCD 4 and the label creator, Nero Cover
Designer. Each application can be accessed with a single click via the
one-of-a-kind application launcher Nero StartSmart, providing users with an
at-a-glance overview of what DVD drives have to offer.
The Nero 6 update with Dual-Layer support in Nero
applications can be downloaded now at www.nero.com.
About Nero
Nero provides state-of-the-art software solutions
for the global digital media market. Since the company was founded in 1995, its
products have established a loyal clientele of more than 160 million users
throughout the world.
Nero offers the industry's most reliable
CD/DVD-software applications. Its award-winning flagship product, Nero 6,
includes all the applications and functionalities needed in the digital media
field. Other Nero products include the MPEG 4 based audio/video technology -
Nero Digital™, the simple and complete photo solution - Nero PhotoShow Elite,
and SIPPS™ and SIPPSTAR PBX, which provide voice-over IP solutions for private
and business customers.
Nero products are globally distributed by leading
hardware manufacturers, international distribution partners and online portals,
as well as directly via www.nero.com. Nero Inc. in Glendale,
California, USA and Nero K.K. in Yokohama, Japan are subsidiaries of Nero AG,
based in Karlsbad, Germany.
Source: Nero AG
