Nero 9 [OLD VERSION]
by Nero Inc.
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Software Summary
Manufacturer: Nero Inc.Brand: Nero Inc.
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: DVD-ROM
Release Date: 2008-10-20
Platform: Windows Vista, Windows XP
Model: 500130
Product features:
- Rip and burn faster and easier than ever--backup files to CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs and enjoy fast and easy auto backup and copy functions
- Playback and manage all popular audio files, videos, photos and web media
- Create professional-looking DVD movies with integrated 3D menus
- Convert music, photos, and DVDs to play on your iPod and other mobile devices
- Watch, record and pause High Definition TV; play AVCHD and other HD formats
Software Reviews of Nero 9 [OLD VERSION]
Customer Review: Wouldn't be a terrible product if more of it actually worked.
Summary: 1 Stars
One thing I can say for this product is that it is comprehensive--too much so--better to do a few things well than to do nothing well. It is not entirely fair to say Nero 9 does nothing well; in my case at least it installed OK and performs basic disc-burning functions. While it is true that it cannot play Blu-ray discs, it can create them, sort of. It creates a basic type of disc with an austere list-type menu--a disc that is supposed to be editable, although I have yet to find a way to do anything with them but erase them and start over.
The Blu-ray creation function is not integrated into the product but consists of a few limited routines buried deep inside the menus. Now, it happens that there are very few consumer software products that can burn Blu-ray discs at all, and even fewer that provide editing facilities for the creation of Blu-ray movies; however, there is a product that works better: TMPGEnc Authoring Works 4. At first glance the latter product appears to be much more limited than Nero 9; and that might be the case if Nero 9 actually worked; but consider this example: TMPGEnc Authoring Works lacks the ability to superimpose titles (text) onto video, while Nero purports to provide a couple dozen ways to add titling. The trouble is that even the most basic of titles do not work in Nero 9's Nero Vision; one of maybe a couple out of the entire two dozen that do work is a whimsical bouncing-letters thing that is far too gimmicky than one would want except for a comedy video; TMPGEnc on the other hand, even though it does not support titles, does support subtitles (which are really intended as close-captioning or translations for viewers who do not speak the language spoken in the video). The trouble with that is that the viewer may have to explicitly select subtitles in order to see them, while the author may wish to make them appear regardless. Still, that's better than Nero, which can't provide anything but the silliest of titling schemes. This failing of Nero applies to the editing of all discs, not just Blu-ray.
Another example of where the generally bare-bones capabilities of TMPGEnc Authoring Works actually exceeds that of the bloated Nero 9 is that, in addition to the subtitling function already mentioned, it provides for the authoring of pop-up menus, a feature unique to Blu-ray.
Another aspect of video capture from HD (HDV tape) camcorders in which Nero 9 is inferior to TMPGEnc (and possibly others--but, as stated above, there seem to be *very* few consumer products that support HD video capture & editing) is that the video is not captured in smooth motion--although it reports capturing 29.97 fps, it has the slightly jerky quality of a lower frame-capture rate. (It's not a terrible flaw, and it's less noticeable than what one sees in Internet streaming, or even some cable-television HD transmissions.) TMPGEnc does not have this problem at all, however, capturing video that looks identical to the original.
I could find no convenient way to load a previous project if I had already loaded Nero Vision first; however, I could cause a saved project to load by finding it in Windows Explorer and double-clicking it, which of course causes Nero Vision to load itself and the project file.
The only other product of this type with which I have much experience is Pinnacle System's Studio 8, which is not great but is somewhat tolerable. As far as I could determine, the latest version of Studio (11, I think) does not support Blu-ray. I also briefly tried Cyberlink's product, but it crashed so much as to be worthless. (Cyberlink's PowerDVD does play Blu-rays quite well, however.) If my reading of the various forums relating to software for editing and burning video is any indication, all the mainstream consumer products are pretty awful; and it appears that Nero 9 may be one of the worst of a bad lot.
Most of my comments have dealt with Nero Vision, its video editor and movie maker; but another part of the suite shows an additional example of the sloppiness of Nero's code: LightScribe, if invoked from Nero Express within Nero 9, does not inscribe the image as shown in its preview function (at least not if a previously created label image file has been loaded); and unless the user figures out that (s)he has to change out of the default format, only a thin sliver of the label will be burned onto the LightScribe surface. The Nero 9 suite is a massive compilation of programs, many of which I have not tried; who knows how many more inexcusable bugs lie in wait to bite me.
Otherwise, unless and until the mainstream video-editing products get their act together, I would suggest the relatively austere TMPGEnc Authoring Works 4 product, which provides basic DVD, DivX, and Blu-ray authoring and burning as well as capture from DV/HDV camcorders. I have no financial or other interest in Pegasys's TMPGEnc products; but I feel that as I add to the chorus of damnation of Nero and similar products I should at least suggest to the reader a workable alternative.
Summing up Nero 9, I would describe it as a product released to the public in pre-beta condition (where it remains as of this May 2009 review). The product, even the download version, ships without its help files, which is another indication that the product was shipped before it was finished (developers, the job isn't finished until the paperwork is done!). Of course, with the product's having shipped in such an unfinished state, it would have been risky to have published final information on how one is actually supposed to use it. One can download most of the help material in a single file, or as separate files for each sub-product if one prefers. The help material for two or three of the sub-products is not available in the single-file download and thus must be downloaded individually. I think that if critical editing functions in Nero Vision were made to actually work, and if the various internals problems that have caused PC crashes and/or memory leakage were corrected, and if the ever-growing list of faulty applications imbedded in it could be cleaned up, Nero 9 could be a terrific product; and I would not complain about it's trying to do too many different things if it were in fact able to do them well. Right now, though, it has a long way to go.
Description of Nero 9 [OLD VERSION]
Nero 9 brings the digital world to your PC. Create and edit photo slideshows and high definition video, convert your favorite content to enjoy on portable devices or share them online with friends or communities , rip and burn CDs/DVDs with easy one-click functions, create a home entertainment center with integrated TV, DVD, music and video streaming, recording and playback options. Rest easy with advanced backup features to protect against loss from system crash or damaged disc. Nero 9 makes your digital life fun with easy-to-use functions and cutting-edge technology to help you manage your multimedia projects.Nero 9 is the new and improved multimedia suite that provides the freedom to create, rip, burn, edit, share, and upload online. Whatever you want--music, video, photo, and data--enjoy and share with family and friends anytime, anywhere. Using the intuitive Nero StartSmart command center, digital life has never been more flexible, feasible, and fun!
 Nero 9 is the new and improved multimedia suite that provides the freedom to create, rip, burn, edit, share, and upload online. Click to enlarge. |
Nero 9 enhances every aspect of your digital lifestyle, offering ease of use while remaining reliable and dependable, with improvements catering to your digital wants and needs. Nero frees you to do more with your digital content. Create, manage, and share your music, videos, and photos with fast and easy to use tools which allow you to explore and enjoy the unlimited possibilities with Nero 9.
Creative Projects Are Easier than Ever
Using the intuitive Nero StartSmart command center of Nero 9, your digital life has never been more flexible, feasible, and fun. You directly access features and perform one-click functions such as Audio Ripping, Burning, Copying, and AutoBackup, with optimized performance for Windows Vista with Nero DiscCopy Gadget.
Fully Enjoy Your Content at Home, Online and On-the-go
Whether it's video, photo, or music, you can convert and share everything your imagination creates in your digital world. Convert & share multimedia files to play on iPod, PSP, and upload online your coolest photos and videos to share with online communities like My Nero, YouTube, and MySpace.
Make Your PC a Dynamic Home-Entertainment Device
Experience TV from the comfort of your sofa with state-of-the-art TV technology, even for HDTV and DVB Radio. Pause, record, schedule, manage, and playback your TV shows.
Best in the Business Software Gets Better
The ripping and burning capabilities of Nero 9 are the most reliable in the industry. Burn and copy to CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc--even copy movies. With DVD-R Dual Layer and DVD+R Double Layer support, you'll get more data on a disc than ever before!
Trusted and Reliable--Backup, Restore, and Secure
Don't lose your valuable memories and important files to life's potential hazards, system crash, or risky hardware. Backing up, securing, and managing files and data is a point-and-click away.
 ShowTime DVD and multimedia player plays the latest digital file formats and boasts a new playback design. Click to enlarge. |
 Watch, record, pause, and customize your live TV experience with Nero Live. Click to enlarge. |
 Use the Movie Wizard template library and create entertaining movies for every occasion. Click to enlarge. |
Create & Edit
Video
Whether you're recording soccer games, concerts, or family reunions, get professional results in an easy-to-use video creation and editing tool. Use the Movie Wizard template library and create entertaining movies for every occasion (birthdays, weddings, vacations). Watch seamless movies or music videos, without commercials or other scenes interrupting, by using Ad Spotter to automatically cut them out. Become the movie director you were meant to be!
Music
Dust off your old CDs and LPs and digitally archive them forever. Easily manage and play your favorite music titles with new music recognition service delivers accurate song and artist information, and album art (Powered by Gracenote). Browse media for playback, create playlists of your favorite audio tracks, shuffle and categorize tracks for easy reference. Simply create MP3 archives of your favorite Music videos with Music Grabber.
Photo
Make all your digital photos come to life. Share the stories of your life's most memorable moments with professional photo-editing tools to correct red-eyes, crop, rotate, adjust, and enhance photo quality. Create entertaining photo slideshows with special effects, transitions, and music; burn it on DVD with great 3D menus and share with family and friends.
Convert & Share
High-Definition
Make use of the latest AVCHD or HDV camcorders, edit your project in HD quality including Nero SmartEncoding for AVCHD and create an AVCHD disc on a regular DVD medium (red laser) or a BD-AV disc (blue laser).
Convert & enjoy multimedia files on iPod, PSP
Convert your music, videos, and photos to DVD, CD, or your portable devices and enjoy them on the go. Convert your old CDs, LPs, and tapes to MP3s and save them forever--Gracenote MusicID will give you the track information, titles, and great album art to complete your collection.
Internet
Upload your coolest photos and videos to share with online communities like YouTube, MySpace, and My Nero.
Home Entertainment
Media Center
New amazing TV experience from the comfort of your sofa gives you state-of-the-art TV technology, even for HDTV and DVB Radio. Integrates into Windows Vista Media Center and Windows XP Media Center Edition.
High-Definition Television
Record, manage, playback, and enjoy your favorite TV shows--even for HDTV. Watch High-Definition TV and use the P-i-P ("picture-in-picture") mode for watching 2 channels at the same time.
Playback Media Management
ShowTimeDVD and multimedia player features latest digital audio and video file formats, a new playback design--with convenient playlist handling, shuffle playback, as well as docking and stand-by modes of both, the browser window and playlists. New display, with Gracenote music services, shows clear and accurate track and artist information, as well as album art.
Rip & Burn
Best in the World!
Fast and easy ripping, burning and copying of CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray Discs directly through Nero StartSmart. With DVD-R Dual Layer and DVD+R Double Layer support, you'll get more data on a disc than ever before!
DiscCopy Gadget
One-click disc copy with Nero DiscCopy Gadget--optimized for Windows Vista.
Personalized Disc Labels
Personalize your discs with labels, covers, and booklets, and choose from multiple templates or customize with your own images.
Backup
Protect and Archive Files and Data
Safely backup to archive, protect, and manage your multimedia library for generations to come. Don't lose your valuable memories and important files to life's potential hazards, or risky hardware--protectively archiving files and data is a point-and-click away.
Securely Manage Content
Customize automatic functions for easy and convenient Autobackup for offline or online files storage. Schedule automatic backups to ensure consistency and recover and preserve files and data with Nero RescueAgent. Easily scan for most media types and files, with quick overview of damage and rescue status.
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