Version history for ManyCam
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Changes for v7.1.1 - v7.2.1
- Improved performance and quality of Virtual Background.
- Fixed possible crash in YouTube source.
- 7.2.0 (04/09/2020)
- Background blur/removal without a green screen (requires ManyCam Studio or higher and Windows 10).
Changes for v7.1.0 - v7.1.1
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v7.0.6 - v7.1.0
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- Version 7.1.0 (02/26/2020)
- Added DirectX hardware acceleration support (enabled by default).
- Improved animated effects performance.
- Fixed an issue that prevented grouped effects from being moved.
- Fixed hardware-accelerated app window capturing (Google Chrome, Skype, PowerPoint and others).
Changes for v6.7.0 - v7.0.6
- New Chroma Key: improved speed, auto-setup, spill reduction and more.
- Added animated effects support (drag&drop GIF files into ManyCam).
- Added ability to lock video layer position and size (the main layer is locked by default).
- Added ability to download new effects within the ManyCam application from our in-app effect store.
- Added new default effect packs (animated emojis, school effects and more).
- Added ability to resize ManyCam effects.
- Added media file drag&drop dialog.
- Improved UI design, including easier ways to change color grading, FPS, resolution and add audio sources.
- Improved audio and microphone error handling and reporting.
- Improved drawing: better sharpness, cool stamps, shapes and more.
- Fixed the issue with renaming "ManyCam Virtual Webcam" in Google Chrome.
- Live streaming improvements.
- Bug fixes and improvements.
Changes for v6.6.0 - v6.7.0
- Improved audio pipeline.
- Fixed missing audio output.
- Enabled Hardware Acceleration by default for compatible graphics cards.
- Resolved several crashes.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.5.1 - v6.6.0
- Added RTMP Input Source.
- Added Chinese (Traditional & Simplified) and Korean language support.
- Improved video smoothness.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.4.1 - v6.5.0
- Driver improvements: Added Metro App support.
- Added YUV color space support.
- Improved scaling quality.
- Improved cropping logic.
- Added a few more resolutions (2K, 4K).
- Improved visibility for business applications.
- Client improvements: Added free Picture-in-Picture mode.
- Added Sync Offset feature for web camera source.
- Added ability to rename default video driver.
- Added QSV decoder for IP cameras.
- Resolved several crashes.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.4.0 - v6.4.1
- Fixed effects removal issue.
- Fixed playlist delay settings.
- Fixed playlist shuffle.
- Fixed effects disabling issue.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.3.1 - v6.3.2
- Fixed issue with missing Lower Third options.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.3.0 - v6.3.1
- Brand new Game Capture module.
- Added new overlay feature (assigned to Ctrl+Shift+O by default).
- Added Twitch.tv to predefined social media streaming services.
- Added hotkeys for starting/stopping broadcasting and recording.
- Improved effect management UI panel.
- Improved IP cameras connection stability.
- Fixed Mobile source connection issue.
- Fixed hangs and crashes when switching video files in playlist.
- Fixed CBR encoding mode.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.2.0 - v6.3.0
- Improved Game Capture module.
- Added overlay feature (Default hotkey - Ctrl+Shift+O).
- Added Twitch.tv into predefined social media streaming services.
- Fixed IP cameras connectivity issue.
- Fixed mobile source connection issue.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v6.1.1 - v6.2.0
- Improved GPU-based Hardware Acceleration (experimental feature)
- Improved multimedia processing time (upgraded to SIMD)
- Improved FPS and smoothness for YouTube and movie sources
- Improved Game Capture compatibility
- Added AMD H.264 Hardware Encoder support
- Added new Playlist features and interface changes
- Implemented new video preset management approach
- Bug fixes and stability improvements
Changes for v6.1.0 - v6.1.1
- Removed obsolete effects from the default Effects library
Changes for v6.0.2 - v6.1.0
- Added ability to pause/resume video recording.
- Added hardware encoder support for video recording. (Intel QSV & NVIDIA NVENC)
- Improved settings for predefined social media streaming (Facebook – added stream title, description, and privacy settings, and ability to select group, event, or page as streaming destination. YouTube – added stream title and privacy settings).
- Fixed artifacts when RTMP streaming using the software encoder.
- Revamped the RTMP and connect tab.
- Added new Halloween Face Masks.
- Updated translations for all supported languages.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v5.7.2 - v6.0.1
- Brand new and even more flexible UI design with customizable widgets.
- New Favorites panel for your favorite features.
- Free HD resolution.
- New realistic Face Masks.
- GPU-based optimizations (experimental feature).
- RTMP streaming with extended support for hardware encoders (Intel Quick Sync Video, Nvidia NVENC).
- Improved performance (new enhanced JPEG decoder, optimized RTMP streaming pipeline).
- Advanced audio management (customizable audio sources for video presets and Picture-in-Picture layers).
- Various bug fixes & stability improvements.
Changes for v5.7.1 - v5.7.2
- Added new Easter effects and borders!
Changes for v5.7.0 - v5.7.1
- Fixed media files issue.
Changes for v5.6.0 - v5.7.0
- Resolution issues when using ManyCam with external applications resolved.
- Improved settings storage.
- Fixed Periscope issues.
- Moved to WebEngine for Web Views.
Changes for v5.5.2 - v5.6.0
- Added in app account registration.
- Extended support for video capture cards.
- New Face Mask effects.
- Various bug fixes, stability & security improvements.
Changes for v5.5.0 - v5.5.2
- Mobile source UI improvement.
- Various bug fixes and improvements.
Changes for v5.4.1 - v5.5.0
- Direct live streaming to YouTube.
- Login process simplified.
- Various bug fixes and improvements.
Changes for v5.4.0 - v5.4.1
- Translations added.
- RTMP Authorization fixed
Changes for v5.3.1 - v5.4.0
- Major RTMP streaming improvements (authorization, RTMPS, RTMPE and RTMPT).
- New UI to make streaming even easier!
- Direct live streaming to Facebook.
- ManyCam Mobile [ BETA ] support.
- Play/Pause for local media file and YouTube sources.
- • Click on the video source to play and pause.
- HTML notification fix.
- Standard users can now enjoy 1 custom watermark and rename their virtual camera.
- Various bug fixes and improvements.
Changes for v5.2.0 - v5.3.1
- ManyCam 5.3 is now released for Windows users! With your feedback we’ve made some great improvements that we think will enhance your video streams, chats and calls!
- First off, we’ve completely rebuilt the IP Camera video source feature. You can now enjoy increased compatibility across most IP Camera manufacturers, which allows you to benefit from this extremely popular video source with even greater ease!
- We’ve also improved IP Cameras that support h. 264 video so you can view your HD IP Camera feed from wherever you want!
- Moreover, we’ve added MJPEG support for HD webcams to increase FPS and make your video stream as smooth as possible!
- Furthermore, we resolved audio / video sync issues, fixed various bugs, and improved stability & performance to create an even better experience!
Changes for v5.1.0 - v5.2.0
- •New Custom Watermarks feature (for Studio and Enterprise only).
- •New Custom Lower Third feature.
- •Various bug fixes, stability & performance improvements.
Changes for v5.0.4 - v5.0.5
- Fixed bug with Object effects created by users (wrong scale).
- Fixed bug with IP cameras when using network proxy settings.
- Fixed bug with IP cameras authorization.
- Fixed bug with playlist scheduler.
- Added ability to drag zoomed picture (in picture in picture mode).
- Various bug fixes, stability and performance improvements.
Changes for v5.0.3 - v5.0.4
- H.264 bug fix for ManyCam Studio.
Changes for v4.1.2 - v5.0.3
- New and more flexible UI design with support for HiDPI displays.
- New Chroma Key feature(Studio and Enterprise only).
- New Motion Detection feature (Studio and Enterprise only).
- Windows 10 support.
- More accessible options with Standard, Studio, and Enterprise editions.
- Use up to 12 video sources (Studio and Enterprise only).
- Improved Draw tab (history, transparency).
- New Noise Suppression feature.
- New Save Effects Presets feature.
- Removable watermark (Standard, Studio, Enterprise only).
- Added Custom duration for each item in playlist.
- Various bug fixes, stability & performance improvements.
Changes for v4.1.1 - v4.1.2
- •Improvements under “Connect” tab.
- •Various bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v4.1.0 - v4.1.1
- •New "Connect" tab that provides quick access to compatible streaming sites and applications.
- •Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.110 - v4.1.0
- Custom audio and video bitrates for the Recording feature.
- New Window Selector feature. (Pro & Enterprise only)
- New Custom Area feature (movable canvas). (Pro & Enterprise only)
- Desktop Zoom feature. (Pro & Enterprise only)
- Create and save a list of RTMP servers that you often use for broadcasting. (Pro & Enterprise only)
- Broadcast to multiple RTMP servers simultaneously (Enterprise only).
- Added H264 support for IP cameras (Enterprise only).
- Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.109 - v4.0.110
- New Timer and Stopwatch features.
- Audio playlist improvements.
- Removing the ManyCam Watermark is now a Free feature.
- Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.97 - v4.0.109
- •New RTMP feature that allows you to broadcast directly on Twitch, Ustream and YouTube live events.
- •Added 60 fps support.
- •Fixed a bug some users were having while switching movies in the playlist.
- •Fixed a bug some users were having with audio clicks.
- •Fixed the System Sound microphone for some audio cards.
Changes for v4.0.94 - v4.0.97
- Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.78 - v4.0.94
- New Mobile Video Source allows you to stream video and audio directly from your Android device.
- New YouTube Video Source allows you to stream and broadcast videos found on YouTube.
- New YouTube Social Uploader feature allows you to upload your recorded videos to YouTube from ManyCam.
- Various bug fixes and improvements as requested by users.
- Removing the ManyCam Watermark is a Pro feature only.
Changes for v4.0.77 - v4.0.78
- Support for Windows 8.1 Metro apps.
Changes for v4.0.70 - v4.0.77
- Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.63 - v4.0.70
- New Game video source allows capturing and recording of your gameplay.
- New Lower Third feature.
- Custom Video Source feature allows you to give a new name to the ManyCam Virtual Webcam video source.
- Added new scrolling options for Text Over Video feature.
- Added Random transition effect.
- Fixed a problem where the message “Try closing other programs that might be using your webcam.” appeared for some cameras.
- Added support for more camera vendors.
- Various bug fixes and improvements as requested by users.
- Armenian language added.
Changes for v4.0.52 - v4.0.63
- Stability improvements.
Changes for v4.0.44 - v4.0.52
- Fixed a problem where “Run on startup” option did not work correctly.
- Added the ability to set up custom delays between items in playlist.
- Added the ability to set up different scrolling speeds for the text over video feature.
- Due to repeated requests from ManyCammers, we have brought back the “Show cursor” and “Camera properties” features.
- Performance improvements as requested by our users along with other bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.64 - v4.0.44
- Redesigned and more responsive UI.
- ManyCam window is now resizable.
- The new Gallery tab allows you to easily access saved snapshots and videos.
- The new Favorites section allows you to access frequently used effects.
- Ability to share photos and videos to Facebook and Twitter.
- Search for effects, photos and videos in the software.
- Includes a new category of effects called Emoticons.
- Updated settings window that allows you to change the default naming and storage of your media files, change the resolution of your videos and images, change your audio playback device and set up internet proxy settings.
- New “On-Air” feature allows you to track what applications or websites are using ManyCam.
- System Sound Default Microphone feature allows you to capture sound directly from your PC.
- Recording in MP4.
- ManyCam Pro can unlock more HD resolutions.
- ManyCam Pro can unlock more picture-in-picture modes.
- Various bug fixes and improvements requested by users.
Changes for v3.1.62 - v3.1.64
- New Thanksgiving effects added to installer.
- Minor bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.60 - v3.1.62
- Fixed a problem where the ManyCam driver wasn't available in some cases in some apps.
- New Halloween effects added to installer.
- Minor bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.59 - v3.1.60
- This version helps prepare our ManyCam 4.0 transition.
- Bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.57 - v3.1.59
- Reset settings feature.
- Minor bug fixes.
- Fixed a bug where some users couldn't open some video formats.
- Minor bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.53 - v3.1.57
- Fixed ManyCam Pro activation via proxy for some users.
- User guide documentation updated with new information about IP cameras.
Changes for v3.1.51 - v3.1.53
- Extra audio effects included.
- Minor bug fixes.
Changes for v3.1.43 - v3.1.51
- Due to popular demand mms:// URL radio support has been added under the audio tab.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Changes for v3.0.80 - v3.1.21
- Manycam won't start (open from tray) problem fixed.
- Various bug fixes.
Changes for v3.0.79 - v3.0.80
- Fixed a crash that sometimes occurs with Adobe Flash.
Changes for v2.6.65 - v3.0.79
- Version 3.0.79 (06/06/12)
- ManyCam is now translated into 18 languages. Choose your language from the top left "ManyCam" menu. Some of the new languages include Chinese, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, and Turkish.
- Support for new awesome ManyCam video effects and filters that are coming soon.
- Due to repeated requests from ManyCammers we made an audio play list. Make a list of audio files and play them back under the "Audio" tab.
- A larger video zoom range. Zoom in closer and zoom out further than before.
- Ability to save your recordings to AVI and MPG formats.
- Move picture in picture outside the video window.
- New smaller installer.
- Performance improvements as requested by users along with bug fixes.
- Version 3.0.68 (04/19/12)
- Video quality improved significantly. It's twice as good as our last release!
- HD video is now displayed in the user interface with bars and the text "HD".
- Press Ctrl+Tab or Ctrl+Shift+Tab to switch between tabs.
- To record at a higher resolution go to the "Video" tab and force a resolution under the "No force size" pull-down on the right side under "Image Settings."
- Many bugs fixed that were reported by Pro users. Thanks for your support.
- Version 3.0.62 (04/05/12)
- Stability enhancements and several major bug fixes.
- Version 3.0.53 (03/22/12)
- ManyCam Pro now allows access to all Pro audio & video effects.
- Individual and separate playlists for Studio Pro video presets.
- Many reported bugs were fixed.
- Version 3.0.48 (03/07/12)
- ManyCam Studio Pro turns ManyCam into a Pro video switcher with transitions and more!
- The new Audio tab allows you to broadcast Pro audio and add awesome sound effects.
- HD Video Support and Broadcasting
- Record video and audio to your hard drive.
- Frames per second performance increases.
- Picture in Picture is now resizable along with the ability to add 4 sources.
- Awesome new video and audio effects!
Changes for v2.6.55 - v2.6.60
- Text over video now allows copying and pasting.
- Several bug fixes and stability enhancements. Fixed a problem that caused some users to have a yellow border around their video window.
Changes for v2.6.43 - v2.6.55
- Our virtual webcam driver source is re-added to our software. You can choose either of our available sources when using ManyCam. If you find one of the sources does not work please try the other source.
- Fixed a problem where some users had problems using ManyCam with Skype, MSN, Google Talk, and several other applications.
- Many bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Changes for v2.6.30 - v2.6.43
- Static ManyCam 2.5 backgrounds can now be opened in version 2.6. We are working on bringing back dynamic backgrounds.
- Fixed a problem where the ManyCam source did not appear with some applications and Flash websites.
- Many bug fixes and stability enhancements
Changes for v2.6.25 - v2.6.30
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Changes for v2.6.1 - v2.6.25
- Change ManyCam's webcam source to a custom name by right clicking ManyCam in the bottom right Windows notification area and choosing "Custom Video Source".
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Changes for v2.5.74 - v2.6.1
- Stability fixes.
- ManyCam no longer starts up unexpectedly.
- Codec changes.
- Recording is removed in this version but we plan to bring this feature back in the future where it is improved.
Changes for v2.5.68 - v2.5.74
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements
Changes for v2.5.48 - v2.5.68
- Force size feature
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements
Changes for v2.4.69 - v2.5.48
- Removed the ManyCam Virtual Driver, now ManyCam uses a DirectShow filter as the Virtual Cam Source.
- Removed requirement for Indeo codec.
- New Picture in Picture Function.
- New Playlist output source.
- It is now possible to open multiple files or a folder containing files for Movies and Images.
- New Video Output Controls (pause, record).
- Updated frame rate slider for Desktop video source.
- New effects (Cartoonizer, Old movie, Matrix, Night Vision, Thermal Vision).
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Changes for v2.4.63 - v2.4.69
- Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Changes for v2.4.39 - v2.4.44
- Added system reboot detection and enhanced driver installation
- Over 30 stability enhancements and fixes
- Dynamic backgrounds should now work for all users
Changes for v2.4.30 - v2.4.39
- Added system reboot detection and enhanced driver installation
- Over 30 stability enhancements and fixes
- Dynamic backgrounds should now work for all users
Changes for v2.3.21 - v2.4.30
- Miscellaneous Stability enhancements
- Implemented new date and time format
- Effects now migrate when upgrading to a new version
Changes for v2.3 - v2.3.21
- Choose a blank color as your video by going to "Sources" and choosing "Blank Image"
- Go to "Sources" and then the "Image" pane. Look at the arrows on the right side of the screen to rotate your video source
- Go to your webcam under "Sources" then use the slider to zoom your video in and out
- Movies now show elapsed time and total time
- Now you can set up a time elapsed slideshow for images and snapshots. Go to your images or snapshots to try this feature
Changes for v2.2.88 - v2.3
- New 3D Masks under "face accessories"
- Go to "Sources" and look for the "color" tab on the right side to change your color, brightness, and more
- You can now move the ManyCam clock or any text
- Multi-monitor support added
