DVD camcorder 'by 2000.'

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The development of DVD-based camcorder is looking promising and a version could be out by the middle of 2000, according to BBC Resources director of technology, Keith Harlow. The product is being developed by a consortium of manufacturers and broadcasters, that include BBC. Sony, Panasonic and NEC, all involved in the product development, showed prototype versions at the NAB exhibition in Las Vegas, NV, in April 1998. Also involved in the development of the camcorder are Japanese broadcaster NHK and US network ABC.

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UK: Development of DVD-based camcorder is looking promising & a version could be out by mid-2000, said to BBC's Keith Harlow

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, TV Cameras, Home Video, Camcorders, Article

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Tales from the real world

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Discreet is scheduled to launch the newest version of its 3D Studios MAX Software, 3ds max 4, in the first quarter of 2001. Changes in the software include a restructured inverse kinematics system, a new bones system, upgraded soft body dynamics, and advanced skinning options.

Software Publishers, Graphics Software Pkgs (Micro), Product development, Graphics software, Autodesk Inc. Discreet Div.

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Vizrt shells out $9m for Curious

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The acquisition of graphics company Curious Software by virtual set company Vizrt is discussed.

United States, Acquisitions & mergers, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger, Curious Software Co., Vizrt

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