Apple iLife '08 Desktop publishing

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2013-09-19 06:58:32

Average rating:78

Uk has collected 18 expert reviews for Apple iLife '08 Desktop publishing and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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stuff.co.nz

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2013-09-19 06:58:28

Average rating:0

For some years now Apple has been dubbing its Macintosh computers as the hub of the digital home. Making that hub spin has been iLife, a suite made up of iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, .Mac Web gallery and Garageband. With these apps the user can manage their d...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2013-09-19 06:58:28

Average rating:80

All Mac users are familiar with iLife because its included free with every new Mac. But the new version may surprise even the most stalwart Mac users. "This is the biggest jump in iLife since we introduced it." So said Steve Jobs when he unveiled iLif...

In iPhoto, Events organises photos for you; GarageBand gives you the ability to record multiple takes within a specific marked section of a song; iWeb 08 has the ability to add widgets to your Web pages; iWeb 08 is both versatile and impressively e...
iMovie looks more crowded and complicated than before; iMovie isnt user-friendly; there is nothing genuinely new about iDVD The Final Word On the whole, we have very few criticisms of iLife. As ever, it represents superb value for money and the new ve...
On the whole, we have very few criticisms of iLife. As ever, it represents superb value for money and the new versions of iPhoto, GarageBand and even iWeb are impressive (barring a few iWeb glitches of which you need to be aware). Even the minor upgrad...

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techadvisor.co.uk

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2013-09-19 06:58:28

Average rating:80

All Mac users are familiar with iLife because its included free with every new Mac. But the new version may surprise even the most stalwart Mac users. "This is the biggest jump in iLife since we introduced it." So said Steve Jobs when he unveiled iL...

On the whole, we have very few criticisms of iLife. As ever, it represents superb value for money and the new versions of iPhoto, GarageBand and even iWeb are impressive (barring a few iWeb glitches of which you need to be aware). Even the minor upgra...

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macworld.co.uk

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2013-09-19 06:58:28

Average rating:80

All Mac users are familiar with iLife because it’s included free with every new Mac. But the new version may surprise even the most stalwart Mac users. “This is the biggest jump in iLife since we introduced it.” So said Steve Jobs when h...

Impressive upgrades for iWeb, iPhoto and GarageBand...
iMovie ’08 – what were they thinking? Min specs: OS X 10.4.9, Intel/G4/G5 processor, 512MB RAM, 3GB available disk space, DVD drive, QuickTime 7.2...
On the whole, we have very few criticisms of iLife. As ever, it represents superb value for money and the new versions of iPhoto, GarageBand and even iWeb are impressive (barring a few iWeb glitches of which you need to be aware). Even the minor upgra...

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itreviews.com

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2013-09-19 06:58:29

Average rating:0

multimedia suite for Mac owners: Apples iLife suite comes free with each new Mac sold, but is also available as a standalone package. The new version, designated iLife 08, has been heavily revamped, with major rewrites to the core applications iPhoto...

smh.com.au

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2013-09-19 06:58:29

Average rating:90

This latest edition of Apples popular "digital lifestyle" suite is less a mandatory update than a root-and-branch overhaul. However, its not an all-round winner. The many neat new crowd-pleasing features are balanced by some parts, notably iMovie, w...

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techradar.com

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2013-09-19 06:58:30

Average rating:80

No video effects in iMovie '08 any more, Can't open iMovie HD 6 files, .Mac required to get full benefit, Verdict, iLife 08 stands as an excellent suite of digital tools, with some nifty improvements for iMovie and iPhoto in...

Much better management with Events, iMovie 08 is very quick and easy to use, .Mac Web Gallery integration...
No video effects in iMovie 08 any more, Cant open iMovie HD 6 files, .Mac required to get full benefit...
Just in case you were wondering, you havent accidentally slept through iLife 07. Apple has decided that since 2007 is closer to its end than its start, it would skip ahead to iLife 08.With so much development time going into Leopard, the iPhone and...

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pocket-lint.com

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2013-09-19 06:58:30

Average rating:90

Is it worth the upgrade?...

Plenty of software in the suite, easy to use, greater web support, events feature, cheap...
No timeline in iMovie, basic compared to dedicated application offerings...
One of promises of the software was that it will make everything easier to do. iPhoto for organising pictures, iMovies for making films and iWeb for getting it all up online quickly. To that testament, it does...

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pcworld.co.nz

Updated:
2016-12-29 10:08:50

Average rating:0

Steve Jobs announced iLife '08 this year in August, along with iWork, and the Mac faithful waited with bated breath to hear just what that meant.The core components of the iLife software package are, iPhoto for looking after your photo collection, iMovie...

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v3.co.uk

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2013-09-19 06:58:29

Average rating:60

iLife ’08, Apple’s new collection of multimedia software for Mac computers, contains five parts: iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, iWeb and iDVD. Of these, iMovie has had the most radical changes. The story goes that an Apple programmer found that h...

iMovie ’08 exceptionally easy to use iPhoto Events improve organisation Skimming technique works well...
iMovie a bit dumbed down £70 .Mac sub needed for full use of iPhoto Fast Mac required to run...
A much improved, easy-to-use multimedia suite, but only for those with modern Macs.

pcmag.com

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2013-09-19 06:58:29

Average rating:80

Apple iLife 08 is the easiest way to make and share beautiful multimedia. If you have a small child, faraway family members, and a Mac, its a must-buy. And if youve never dared make a movie before, the new iMovie is for you...

Delightfully easy to use. Tightly integrated. Creates beautiful content.
Closed ecosystem doesnt accept much content from other software. Generally, fewer features than top competing products.
iLife is a triumph. Its the easiest way to turn your digital photos, movies, and mumblings into beautiful online and DVD content. Just dont expect geeky levels of flexibility or power...

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Laptopmag.com

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2013-09-19 06:58:29

Average rating:80

Apples revamped suite is a slick and intuitive solution for time-crunched media mavens.

Highly intuitive media-making tools, Superb integration with .Mac Web Gallery, Excellent integration of media assets across applications...
Occasionally buggy, Shallow image- and movie-editing features, Pricey .Mac subscription...
You have to hand it to Apple. It knows how to pile on the iCandy. This major upgrade of the iLife suite has in most of its components at least one "whoa, cool" moment when it does something deliciously neat. In iMovie its the skimming previews where y...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2013-09-19 06:58:30

Average rating:75

Apples iLife multimedia-software suite has long been a key selling point for the companys computers. Not only are the apps powerful and easy to use, but they come pre-installed on every Apple system, so you have a great out-of-box expe...

Great new features; excellent value; iMovie redesigned for novices; lots of new options for .Mac members...
Full use of suite requires $99-per-year .Mac membership; fans of the older iMovie HD may not like redesign; iMovie has heavy system requirements...
The iLife 08 multimedia-software suite offers great bang for your buck, especially if youre a .Mac subscriber...

applematters.com

Updated:
2013-09-19 06:58:30

Average rating:0

iLife ‘08 brought us a completely new iMovie. Totally rewritten, it uses a different interface for building movies. It is a significantly easier interface to use and was a stroke of genius by its creator. However, iMovie ‘08 lacks many standar...

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