The answer about the Flash Player and Adobe Reader was a little confusing. We updated the Q&A to make it more clear. Here's the updated text:
What are Adobe's plans for Flash Player and Adobe Reader? Our long-term plan is to develop a "universal client" by combining PDF, Flash and HTML in a single, integrated runtime. Of course, we will continue delivering the Flash Player as a small, efficient runtime for content and applications on the web, and Adobe Reader for viewing and interacting with PDF documents and forms. The integration of these technologies into a unified framework creates a ubiquitous platform that runs on virtually every device, and dramatically expands the opportunities to create compelling solutions. -Sara Spalding -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Judah Frangipane Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 10:25 AM To: Flashcoders mailing list Subject: [Flashcoders] FAQ Adobe acquisition of Macromedia FAQ Adobe acquisition of Macromedia http://www.adobe.com/aboutadobe/invrelations/adobeandmacromedia_faq.html Interesting key points: *How long will it take to integrate Flash Player and Adobe Reader?* It will be a multiyear effort. Ultimately, our goal is to combine both in a single client. Combining PDF and Adobe Reader with Flash and the Flash Player will allow us to deliver a truly ubiquitous platform that sits on... *Are there immediate plans to discontinue any Adobe or Macromedia products?* All products continue to be available for purchase. We are a customer-driven company and, as always, we will continue to evaluate and respond to customer demand to shape our product mix. *What will happen to the Macromedia corporate brand? What will happen to product and technology brands, such as Dreamweaver and Flash?* Adobe will continue investing in key Macromedia product brands. Initially, product brands acquired from Macromedia will include the Macromedia name (for example, "Macromedia Dreamweaver"). Over time, Macromedia products will migrate to the Adobe brand (for example, "Adobe Dreamweaver") during planned release cycles when packaging materials and user and marketing collateral are updated. *We are now "Adobe" developers...:) _______________________________________________ Flashcoders mailing list Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders _______________________________________________ Flashcoders mailing list Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders
