(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) June 2, 2006 -- Runtime Revolution Ltd., a leader in multi-platform rich media and application development tools, today announced the release of Revolution 2.7.2, a Universal application upgrade for its cross-platform development solutions that means the entire Revolution product line now runs natively on Mac OS X version 10.4 "Tiger" equipped Intel-based Macs.

"As a leading provider of application development tools we are excited about delivering advanced customer solutions that leverage the speed and performance of Mac OS X and the Intel-based Macs," said Kevin Miller, CEO of Runtime Revolution, Ltd. "There's clear demand from our customers for this Universal version and creating it was a relatively quick and easy process using Apple's Xcode and our engineering talent."

"Xcode and other innovative Apple tools give developers the power to easily create Universal versions of their most popular applications," said Ron Okamoto, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. "We're thrilled to have Runtime Revolution deliver Intel-native versions of its tools to join the more than 2000 Universal applications now available for Intel-based Macs."

Of special interest to developers and designers that deploy cross-platform solutions, the Revolution 2.7.2 update is available for the entire product line, including Revolution Studio and Revolution Enterprise. Revolution Studio and higher can compile applications for the following platforms: Mac OS X (for both Power PC- and Intel-based Macs), Windows, Linux and Solaris. Revolution Media ($49), a template driven version especially for graphic designers that want to develop rich, interactive media, is also updated.

The 2.7.2 update also includes improvements to the installation process, accessing the online documentation system and small fixes for the IDE and engine. Version 2.7.2 follows 2.7.1, which added over 50 minor improvements and updates to all products. Customers with current update plans will receive the update for free - all users of Revolution Media are entitled to a free upgrade. Update packs cost $199 (Studio), and $499 (Enterprise) and are immediately available from the Runtime Revolution site at http://www.runrev.com.

About Runtime Revolution
Founded in 1997, Runtime Revolution focuses on bringing user-centric software development to all major platforms: Mac OS X, Windows, Linux, and Unix.

Contact:
Lynn Fredricks
Runtime Revolution, Ltd.
(503) 520-0191