Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X
The iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X from Apple is an all-in-one creativity suite for Apple computers. It includes the popular iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, and iDVD applications for Mac OS X.
These applications give you the creative tools necessary to get the most out of your Mac: Organize, edit, and share photos with iPhoto. Create home movies with iMovie, and share them with family and friends with iDVD. GarageBand allows aspiring Mozarts to create innovative musical compositions. iWeb ties this all together, allowing you to publish photos, music, and video on the web.
iPhoto
- Import and organize photos, both in JPG and RAW file formats
- Non-destructive photo editing tools remove red-eye, adjust color, alter exposure, and much more
- Stylistic effects to create black and white, sepia, extremely saturated, or blurred images
- Share photos via themed slideshows, on the web, or via e-mail
- Printing module creates customized albums, books, calendars, and more
- Events automatically groups photos based on the time they were taken
- Places organizes photos based on location, and is GPS-aware
- Faces automatically tags people in photos based on advanced face-recognition technology
- Publish photos directly to Facebook and Flickr
- Travel maps enhance printed vacation albums
iMovie
- Edit movies in HD and SD formats
- Organize video clips, just as you would photographs
- Rating, tagging, and filtering support to help manage your library
- Drag and drop editing support, complete with fine tuning controls
- Add titles, transitions, and effects to home movies
- Stabilize shaky video
- Dynamic themes allow you to quickly create a fun home movie project
- Share video via MobileMe, YouTube, DVD, or the web
GarageBand
- Video lessons teach you how to play an instrument
- Purchase pro lessons from the Lesson Store to get instruction from Sting, Sarah McLachlan, Fall Out Boy, Norah Jones, Colbie Caillat, Sara Bareilles, John Fogerty, OneRepublic, and Ben Folds
- Support for USB music keyboards
- Plug your electric guitar directly into your Mac for professional-quality recording
- Multi-track recording gives you advanced mixing capabilities
iWeb
- Design a custom web site, without the need for programming knowledge
- Add sound, pictures, video, and widgets to your site
- Widgets include YouTube, RSS, iSight, Google Maps, and more
- Publish your site via MobileMe or FTP
- Notify Facebook friends when your site is updated, automatically
iDVD
- Create a DVD in a matter of minutes
- Themes give your discs a unique look
- Burn DVDs directly from your camcorder
- Create DVD slideshows of photos
| Application | Creativity |
| Compatibility | Mac OS X 10.5.6 |
| System Requirements |
Computer: PowerPC G4 867MHz, PowerPC G5, Intel Mac; iMovie requires a Power Mac G5 2GHz, iMac G5 1.9GHz, or Intel Mac Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5.6 Memory: 512MB (1GB recommended; 1GB required for HD video) Hard Drive: 4GB Hardware: DVD drive Software: QuickTime 7.5.5 GarageBand Learn to Play requires an Intel-based Mac with a dual-core processor or better. AVCHD video requires a Mac with an Intel Core Duo processor or better. Visit iMovie '09 Camcorder Support for details on digital video device and format support. 24-bit recording in GarageBand requires a Mac OS X-compatible audio interface with support for 24-bit audio. Please consult the owner's manual or manufacturer directly for audio device specifications and compatibility. Some features require Internet access and/or MobileMe; additional fees and terms apply. MobileMe is available to persons age 13 and older. Annual subscription fee and Internet access required. Terms of service apply. iPhoto print products are available in the U.S., Canada, Japan, and select countries in Europe and Asia Pacific. GarageBand Artist Lessons are sold separately and are available directly through the GarageBand Lesson Store in select countries. Burning DVDs requires an Apple SuperDrive or compatible third-party DVD burner. Flickr service is available only in select countries. |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
78%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to navigate (5)
- Easy to collaborate across programs (4)
- Accurate colors (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (5), Budget shopper (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (9)
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Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
you just need this if you want to work with new cameras.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
- Personal use
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
I mostly use the iPhoto and really enjoy the editing capabilities it offers.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Customize
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
The new imovie 09 is a lot better than the others. That is mainly why I bought this package. I wish apple sold them separately but oh well, because now I use all the programs in ilife 09.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Customize
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
I bought iLife for Garage Band only but all the new programs are easy and fun to use. I do wish they would sell them individually but that's up to Apple. I use Garage Band to record vocals and instruments and the sound is quality and the price is fair.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
Perfect upgrade
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- IMovie has good reviews
Cons
- No tutorial on the DVD
Best Uses
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
I'm stuck on dial-up, so the tutorial's on Apple's site are worthless. You might think they put them with the dvd, but noooo. They did include a dvd (iWork), I put that in the trash. Just try and contact Apple by email... I couldn't!!!! I bought this because I wanted iMovie 09 but now it's gonna take a while to figure out.[...]Save this as an application and have lots of patience....Bottom line, lots of folks like me on dial-up for lots of reasons, so why not make the tutorials available on dvd? Folks at Apple suk!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
Needed software to be able to download HD video in AVCHD format to Macs. Works great, easy editing for consumer video with great results.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Organizing of Events
Cons
- IMovie Viewer Stops
Best Uses
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
I upgraded to iLife 09 a few months ago. The problem is the iMovie viewer stopped working. Not just for me but for many others as well. Checkout the discussions in support. [@]This needs to fixed. iMovie is worthless without the viewer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
- Music Composing
Comments about Apple iLife '09 Software for Mac OS X:
Great programs, fun to use. GarageBand is a bit hard at first, but once you understand what everything does, it's fairly easy to use. More instructions would have been nice, but I'm sure there are ample instructions on the Internet.
Overall, just an awesome software package!
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- Personal
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