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Ashampoo Slideshow Studio HD 2 User Reviews
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"Great software for the price"
Version: Ashampoo Slideshow Studio HD 2 1.02
Pros
Easy to use, great features for the amateur (me).
Cons
Nothing to critique.
Summary
This is a "bargain" level software product that delivers what it says - great looking slide shows, with music. You can use it to replace powerpoint presentations with the use of sub titles on your slides. It delivers real value. I put together a slide show with music in about 10 minutes (including deciding what pictures to use and in what order). It will become part of my core package that I move from my old computer to my new computer.
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"Works Well But Features Are Limited"
Version: Ashampoo Slideshow Studio HD 2 1.02
Pros
Good quality output, decent rendering speed.
Cons
Many features are not included or have limited functionality.
Summary
Basically the program works very well and is capable of producing high quality output in standard and HD modes. Additionally, rendering speed is very good. As to the user interface, even novice users should have no problem mastering the software in a matter of a few minutes.
On the negative side, there are a number of features that are either not included or are quite limited. For example, the maximum length of display time per slide is 10 seconds. Same goes for transitions. Also, the transitions are not selectable on a "per slide" basis. In other words, the transition you select will be applied to the entire show. That said, there is an option for "random" transitions however this "one size fits all" approach may not suit the mood of your presentation. When logos or themes are selected, they are automatically added to all slides in the presentation and (if not wanted on certain slides) must then be deleted manually. The software allows you to add multiple background audio tracks however there is no way to edit them. In other words, each track must play from beginning to end before the next track will begin. Lastly, when creating a DVD, there are no options for creating a menu.
To sum up, users who are looking for a high-quality, no frills approach to creating slide shows may find this software to be a good value. On the other hand, there are many inexpensive alternatives that will afford the user far more creative options.
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