Just before last weekend, Adobe updated Captivate to version 5.5. The new features include the following
- Gradients, shadows, and rotation
- Updated quiz templates
- Publishing to MP4
- Ability to publish to tablets, smartphones, and iOS devices
- Single click publish to YouTube option
Also new is a subscription pricing model. Pay $59/month on a month-to-month basis or $39/month with a year commitment. Captivate is also sold as part of the Adobe eLearning Suite which is now at version 2.5. The suite includes Flash Professional, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro, Presenter, and Audition. The Suite retails for $1,799 ($599 for education version). The Suite is also available on a new subscription pricing plan: month-to-month ($135/month) or per year ($89/month). The new subscription pricing does not appear to be available for education purchasers.
