is there a way to get idvd on a new macbook? or is there an alternative that works?

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is there a way to get idvd on a new macbook? or is there an alternative that works?

I note that my new macbook pro (purchased with a dvd burner specifically) no longer comes with iDVD preloaded. Is there a way to get this, or is there an alternative that works. have checked the app store only to see a number of 'alternatives' that are crucified by the feedback, largely not compatible with mountain lion, etc. This was really dissapointing, to get a new apple computer, still with imovie (great), but without the ability to create a dvd to share movies with friends and family...any ideas?

imac, iPhone OS 3.1.2

Posted on Feb 12, 2013 2:40 AM

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Answer 1

Eric Ross

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Feb 12, 2013 2:44 AM in response to Canberra10

Take a look at this link, https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3997630?start=0&tstart=0

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Old Toad

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Feb 12, 2013 10:52 AM in response to Canberra10

There is no good replacement app for iDVD when it comes to ease of use, flexibilithy and professional looking results.

You'll have to purchase an iLife disc and should be aware that the iLife 11 disc only provides iDVD 5-7 themes. The Software Update no longer installs the earlier themes nor do any of the iDVD 7 updaters available from the Apple Downloads website contain them.

Currently the only sure fire way to get all themes is to start with the iLife 09 disc:

This shows the iDVD contents in the iLife 09 disc via Pacifist:

You then can upgrade from iDVD 7.0.3 to iDVD 7.1.2 via the updaters at the Apple Downloads webpage.

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