Clearly - almost all individual components of the software are unraveled and distributed as freeware to find the net. But dealing with classics such as the VLC media player, the YouTube Downloader and similarly supported programs, will certainly require more basic knowledge and sustained support by the user, as it PowerDVD 14 ultimately required. And the latest in the range of Blu-ray playback of streaming media on the home network, or the interaction between PC and mobile devices, push alternative Free-stories to quickly reach their natural limits.
That's the strength of this prestigious and always improved in nuances product CyberLink. After the problem-free installation (PC / Win 8.1) and corresponding online registration is a sovereign, clear and comprehensive software. Often, the focus is firmly on the nearly flawless universal player and direct playback feature of all conceivable media. Especially the TrueTheaterHD gimmick developed in this regard an impressive performance. But beware - formats in 3D are not supported by the regular Pro version, here only helps handle the Ultra edition.
Through my primary use with DVD and Blu-Ray, I put less emphasis on the software side banter. The compatibility with social networks and Co. I believe still have a certain added value, gadgets such as a remote control app I definitely need not, direct access to music content provided by 7digital I feel even more intrusive.
Conclusion: Cyberlink Power DVD 14 Pro is good, very easy to use and most of all (important!) Stable. The price of this efficiency, however, is high. In this respect, I recommend that before buying any case the installation of the available power in the 30-day demo version.
