Corel and NetBlender announced a new partnership to deliver tools for next generation DVD authoring to the professional market. NetBlender will integrate Corel?s PureHD Authoring Multiplexer into the upcoming release of DoStudio, which creates the Advanced Content Layer for HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs. The combined offering, called DoStudio MX, will create a complete solution for HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc creation at an affordable price.

"The combination of NetBlender?s DoStudio with Corel?s PureHD Authoring Multiplexer creates a compelling solution for professional developers at all levels of the industry," said John Harrington, NetBlender CEO. 'We have created a complete HD toolset that empowers the creative designer while increasing efficiency and reliability across platforms."

With the integration of Corel?s PureHD Authoring Multiplexer, DoStudio will now have the ability to multiplex elementary video and audio streams with HDi code to create a Type 2 HD DVD. Blu-ray multiplexing with BD-J will be available later in 2007.

A public beta of DoStudio MX will be available beginning in July with the final release scheduled for September. DoStudio MX will be available through the DVD One Network Website at: www.dvd1one.net for a monthly subscription fee of $249 US/month.