Latest release will enable consumers to engage with popular social networking sites, participate in multiplayer gaming and make online purchases while viewing Blu-ray Discs.

Corel's WinDVD Blu-ray Disc playback software has received BD-Live certification, also known as BD Profile 2.0.

With BD-Live support, WinDVD users will be able to enjoy a full spectrum of Internet-connected activities including social networking, multiplayer gaming, online shopping as well as the ability to download movie trailers and subtitles ? all while viewing Blu-ray Disc movies and videos.

WinDVD with BD-Live support is available to OEMs immediately and will be available to retail customers beginning in early 2009.