Upgrade from PD18 Ultimate to PD19 or 20 Ultimate

ALW 246

Newbie Joined: Oct 27, 2019 19:38 Messages: 5 Offline

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Apr 14, 2022 14:38

I currently have PowerDirector version 18.0.3801.0 (64 bit) Ultimate.

When I open the program and click on the PD icon it says that no upgrades are available. Shouldn't I be able to upgrade to PD19,, or jump directly to PD20? I can't find just an upgrade anywhere on the cyberLink site (they mostly want you to subscribe). If these upgrades are available, how do I access them? All I can find is the retail box of PD20 Ultimate at the full retail price. I don't think I should have to buy it since I already have most of the features.

I do not want to subscribe to anything (just a stand alone, 1 computer, license). Also, is it possible to jump directly from PD18 to PD20 (at a cost increase, of course),, or do I have to go to PD19 first?

JL_JL

Senior Contributor Location: Arizona, USA Joined: Oct 01, 2006 20:01 Messages: 6091 Offline

Apr 14, 2022 15:04

Quote I currently have PowerDirector version 18.0.3801.0 (64 bit) Ultimate.

When I open the program and click on the PD icon it says that no upgrades are available. Shouldn't I be able to upgrade to PD19,, or jump directly to PD20? I can't find just an upgrade anywhere on the cyberLink site (they mostly want you to subscribe). If these upgrades are available, how do I access them? All I can find is the retail box of PD20 Ultimate at the full retail price. I don't think I should have to buy it since I already have most of the features.

I do not want to subscribe to anything (just a stand alone, 1 computer, license). Also, is it possible to jump directly from PD18 to PD20 (at a cost increase, of course),, or do I have to go to PD19 first?

It's a shame CL website appears so confusing to many. This link should show you the upgrade path of PD18/19 to PD20 Ultimate perpetual license, https://www.cyberlink.com/store/powerdirector-video-editing-software/upgrade_en_US.html CL really does not offer PD19 as a advertised portal page product, although you can still buy it. CL works pretty much just in the moment with only current offerings.

Keep in mind, you will lose some capability so make sure you understand current needs vs the software offering. Some examples, NewBlue Fx, DTS, ProDAD,......

Jeff

ALW 246

Newbie Joined: Oct 27, 2019 19:38 Messages: 5 Offline

Apr 15, 2022 16:29

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It's a shame CL website appears so confusing to many. This link should show you the upgrade path of PD18/19 to PD20 Ultimate perpetual license, https://www.cyberlink.com/store/powerdirector-video-editing-software/upgrade_en_US.html CL really does not offer PD19 as a advertised portal page product, although you can still buy it. CL works pretty much just in the moment with only current offerings.

Keep in mind, you will lose some capability so make sure you understand current needs vs the software offering. Some examples, NewBlue Fx, DTS, ProDAD,......

Jeff

Thanks a lot for your answer, Jeff, it looks like that website should do the job.

I'm a little concerned about your comment that I would lose some capabilities since I don't know what those capabilities are, or how to find out. Also some of the things they say are new in PD20, I already have in PD18. Maybe mine aren't AI and theirs are, but, I would call that an enhancement, not "new". One last thing, are the examples you gave things I'll lose, or things I'll gain?

Thanks again for your answer.

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JL_JL

Senior Contributor Location: Arizona, USA Joined: Oct 01, 2006 20:01 Messages: 6091 Offline

Apr 15, 2022 16:37

Quote Thanks a lot for your answer, Jeff, it looks like that website should do the job.

I'm a little concerned about your comment that I would lose some capabilities since I don't know what those capabilities are, or how to find out. Also some of the things they say are new in PD20, I already have in PD18. Maybe mine aren't AI and theirs are, but, I would call that an enhancement, not "new". One last thing, are the examples you gave things I'll lose, or things I'll gain?

Thanks again for your answer.

The 3 I listed are 3 capabilities that you have in PD18 that you will lose in PD20. Not inclusive, I just listed 3 as examples.

Attached are links for CL comments on these 3 removed features:
https://www.cyberlink.com/support/faq-content.do?id=26463
https://www.cyberlink.com/support/faq-content.do?id=26469

Jeff