New Autodesk Maya 8.5 3D Software Supports Intel-Based Macintosh Computers
Universal Application Provides Greater Productivity and Award-Winning Creative Tools
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Jan. 15 /- Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) today launched Autodesk Maya 8.5 (announced separately), the latest version of its Maya 3D modeling, rendering and animation software. Now shipping, Maya 8.5 is available for Intel-based Macintosh computers. The software enables faster completion of complex animation and simulation tasks, giving artists enhanced creative control on multiple platforms.
"Our goal is to give digital artists choice and flexibility in their 3D tools and platforms," said Marc Petit, Autodesk's Media & Entertainment vice president. "Autodesk Maya 8.5 is our first Universal application of Maya. This multi-threaded software leverages the latest multi-core workstations from Apple. Maya 8.5 equips digital artists with innovative new technologies such as Maya Nucleus, a unified simulation framework, as well as greater productivity." Universal applications are designed for Intel- and PowerPC-based Mac computers, efficiently running on both architectures.
"Mac OS X is an outstanding 3D graphics platform, with legendary power and stability," said Ron Okamoto, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. "The combination of our blazing fast Intel-based Macs and new Maya 8.5 functionality, such as Maya Nucleus and Maya nCloth, makes it easier than ever for digital artists to realize their most creative ideas."
For a complete list of new features in Maya 8.5, please visit www.autodesk.com/maya.
About Autodesk
Autodesk, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company, wholly focused on ensuring that great ideas are turned into reality. With seven million users, Autodesk is the world's leading software and services company for the manufacturing, building, infrastructure, wireless data services and media and entertainment fields. Autodesk's solutions help customers create, manage and share their data and digital assets more effectively. As a result, customers turn ideas into competitive advantage by becoming more productive, streamlining project efficiency and maximizing profits.
Founded in 1982, Autodesk is headquartered in San Rafael, California. For additional information about Autodesk, please visit www.autodesk.com.
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