Adobe CS 5.5 : Stripping her!

While some of us are still savoring the deliciousness of Adobe CS 5, Adobe drops CS 5.5 which is slightly the same with its predecessor Creative Suite 5. Adobe is offering similar configurations and prices, but with most of the individual products receiving additional features, enhanced functionality, updated technologies, or nice performance boosts. And while the version and software have changed, the boxes seem to have not. So we’ll be reviewing the awesome changes that have being fused into this version.

Photoshop (Extended) CS5
Photoshop’s revision remains at “CS5” for this release, but under the hood it gets a minor upgrade to CS5.1 (version 12.0.4) and comes with CS 5.5 suites.  Adobe has updated its internal scripting engine to make way for applications and devices like iPad, Android, and other computers to communicate with the desktop version of Photoshop CS5. A new cross-platform Photoshop Touch SDK (Software Development Kit) will enable developers to take advantage of these functions.

This new capability provides a direct link between Photoshop CS5.1 and mobile devices and tablets, allowing the creation of companion apps. Some example apps: creating paintings and sketches (Adobe Eazel) or mixing colors (Adobe Color Lava) and seeing these results back in Photoshop, controlling Photoshop’s tools using the iPad as a new input surface (Adobe Nav), and so on. This expandability lets you work directly with your iPad to boost your in-the-moment creativity and inspire your best work.  So, all versions of Photoshop CS5 will soon be getting a free update, whether or not you move up to CS5.5.

Dreamweaver CS5.5
Design, code, and package websites for phones and tablets. Build awesome HTML5 and CSS3 websites with code hinting and Live View rendering. Live View now includes support for <video> (with QuickTime) and <svg> tags.  New levels of interactivity are now easier with jQuery hinting support. The Multiscreen Preview panel allows you to design for multiple devices simultaneously. Deploy more securely with new FTPS and FTPES support and enhanced Subversion software functionality. Convert your existing HTML to a mobile phone application within Dreamweaver using the open source PhoneGap framework. Enhanced code hinting includes custom function introspection and PHP 5. Preview dynamic web pages and local content with multiple viewing, diagnostic, and comparison tools. Dreamweaver integrates with Adobe BrowserLab, an Adobe CS Live online service that accurately tests web content across browsers and operating systems.

Flash Professional CS5.5
Simplify the creation of immersive experiences that are present consistently across desktops, smartphones, tablets, and televisions. Target the latest platforms, including Adobe Flash Player 10.2, Android, Apple iOS, webOS, and Adobe AIR 2.5. Manage multiple FLA files that target various devices, and efficiently create, test, package, and deploy content. Use the improved Code Snippets panel to visually preview and add over 20 new code snippets, including ones optimized for mobile and application development. Ensure the integrity of your files with a new auto-save and file recovery feature, copy and paste layers, and intelligently scale artwork.

 

Premiere Pro CS5.5
Premiere Pro CS5.5 now has a robust toolset that edits video faster than ever. Experience the benefits of true native format support and cutting-edge performance with the Adobe Mercury Playback Engine (as long as your graphic card supports it), now offering 64-bit support and GPU acceleration on workstations and laptops. Efficiently export to a wide range of devices, work easily with dual-system sound, enjoy enhanced project exchange with Final Cut Pro and Avid software, as well as other Adobe software and gain a highly efficient editing workflow that dramatically boosts your productivity.

After Effects CS5.5
Smooth unstable camera moves with the new, high-quality Warp Stabilizer, and create beautiful depth-of-field effects with the Camera Lens Blur effect integrated with the camera. Timecode support takes the guesswork out of editing source footage. Quick stereo 3D setup adds to a fast, native 64-bit workflow, while Roto Brush and Imagineer Systems’ mocha (included) streamline compositing projects. Continue to work smoothly with colleagues who have not yet upgraded with the option to save the project in After Effects CS5 format. Add natural falloff to 3D lights. Work with a wide variety of formats, including RED Rocket with RMD metadata, XDCAM EX, and CinemaDNG. And improved disk caching makes rendering more efficient.

Illustrator, Fireworks stay at CS5 for this release but will upgrade to CS6 with rest, an upgrade that’s not coming anytime soon

So, Obviously Adobe is placing a big focus on broad, multiplatform mobile content development with this release, using with the latest standards. And for those that work with video, check out the superb performance enhancements in CS 5.5 that enable you to work faster.

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