Cheap Macs, powerful software and ubiquitous internet connectivity has lead to a profusion of new online only comics. In a nutshell, if you have the desire to draw and publish, you can. One of clearest pathways to get that done is Smith Micro’s Manga Studio of which a fresh version (clip below) is now available.

Headline new features:

• New graphics software interface for creating illustrations and comics
• Natural drawing and new graphic engine
• 64-bit architecture and multi-core CPU support
• Full new features listing

Smith Micro is selling Manga Studio 5 of available for $79.95 and upgrades for $49.95.

And, if you’d like a chance to win a Wacom Cintiq tablet and one of 25 prints signed by Ethan Nicolle, enter the Manga Studio 5 launch contest, which will run from February 1 through February 28 2013 (US residents only).

via Manage Studio 5 PR

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