Luxology modo Available for Intel-based Macs
Significant Speed and Performance Increase on all Apple Computers
Powered by Intel Core Duo Processors; Free for Current modo Customers
San Mateo, Calif.- March 22, 2006 - Luxology, LLC,
the creators of modo, a leading subdivision surface and polygonal
3D modeling platform, today announced the immediate availability of
a “universal binary” version of modo for Intel-based Macintosh
computers. Used by Apple to conduct iMac performance benchmarks, modo’s
universal binary version boasts more than twice the speed when running
on iMacs that use Intel Core Duo technology, and performs up to five
times faster than previous top-of-the-line PowerBooks when testing
the rendering speed of the modo 201 beta version. Available now from
Luxology’s website at www.modo3d.com, the universal binary version
is free for registered modo users.
“modo’s uniquely clean architecture made it possible
for us to be one of the first graphics applications to take advantage
of the Intel Core Duo technology,” said Brad Peebler, president
of Luxology. “While the current modo universal binary version
will result in much faster performance on the Intel-based Macs, the
new rendering features in modo 201 will run up to five times faster
on the new systems.” (Luxology is scheduled to ship modo 201
in April 2006).
Apple utilized a universal binary version of modo 201 as a benchmarking
tool to demonstrate the power and speed users will realize with this
new hardware platform. In general, an Intel Core Duo 2.0 GHz iMac
renders up to 2.6 times as fast as an iMac G5 with 2.1 GHz. MacBook
Pro registered up to 4.1 times faster using a beta version of modo
201.
About modo
modo is the fastest, most advanced subdivision
surface modeling environment available. Specifically designed to
help 3D artists working on games, films, TV, print, architecture
and Web productions, modo enables artists to accomplish more in less
time. These advantages are made possible through a unique combination
of a cutting-edge toolset with painless pipeline integration, advanced
software ergonomics and a streamlined learning path.
Pricing and Availability
The universal binary of modo is free for registered
modo users, and is available for immediate download at www.modo3d.com.
Customers who purchase modo now will get a free upgrade to modo 201
(scheduled for release in April 2006). modo is available through
Luxology and its worldwide partners and sells for a suggested retail
price of USD $895; modo ships on a single disc supporting both Mac
OSX and Windows. For additional information please visit www.modo3d.com
or contact Luxology at (650) 378-8506.
For additional information on iMac and Intel Core Duo, including
technical features and performance benchmarks, please visit http://www.apple.com/imac/intelcoreduo.html.
About Luxology
Based in San Mateo, Calif., Luxology, LLC is an independent technology
company developing high-end 3D content creation tools that enhance
productivity for artists working in the film, television, gaming and
print industries. modo, the company's inaugural product, is rapidly
being recognized as one the most efficient and advanced 3D modeling
tools in the industry. Founded in 2002 by Allen Hastings, Stuart Ferguson
and Brad Peebler, Luxology's team boasts some of the top engineering
talent and industry expertise on the planet. For more information
on Luxology, visit www.modo3d.com.
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