NEWS  Software  November 7, 2023  Reading time: 3 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

Apple has unveiled an array of powerful updates to its renowned video editing software, Final Cut Pro, designed to enhance the creative process for both Mac and iPad users. The latest improvements streamline video editing workflows, introduce remarkable enhancements in timeline navigation, and provide fresh capabilities for simplifying complex edits.

Mac Users Rejoice

Final Cut Pro for Mac now includes a suite of tools to empower creators. The update introduces an automatic timeline scrolling feature, allowing users to keep their clips in view under the playhead during playback, enhancing their focus and productivity. Editors can seamlessly adjust their timeline view while playback occurs, either through the Zoom tool or convenient keyboard shortcuts.

One of the standout features is the ability to differentiate clips by assigned role, making it easier to identify video and audio role colors and streamline the editing experience. The distinct colors enable users to highlight clips by role through the timeline index.

Editors can significantly improve efficiency by quickly tidying up complex sections of the timeline. Moreover, they can fine-tune their edits by merging a selected group of overlapping connected clips into a single connected storyline. This not only simplifies the editing process but also enhances the organization of the project.

Optimized for Apple Silicon

To cater to the needs of video professionals who often work on multiple projects simultaneously, Final Cut Pro now boasts faster project exports. Users can expedite H.264 and HEVC exports by automatically sending video segments to available media engines for concurrent processing. Object tracking, powered by a new machine-learning model, opens up a world of possibilities for creating remarkable effects. This model significantly enhances analysis and performance when tracking faces and other objects on Mac computers equipped with Apple silicon.

A Leap Forward for iPad Users

For iPad users, the latest update to Final Cut Pro offers a set of powerful tools that streamline the video creation process from start to finish. It introduces new voiceover capabilities, enabling creators to easily record narration and live audio directly in the timeline using built-in or external microphones. This feature allows users to tap record while playing the timeline or initiate voiceovers with precision through countdowns.

Workflow enhancements include the ability to activate stabilization in pro camera mode, ingesting footage directly into a project for expedited editing, and combining connected clips or storylines into a single connected storyline for improved organization.

New keyboard shortcuts for voiceover and grouping clips enhance editing speed. Additionally, users can take advantage of stunning new color-grading presets and a selection of titles and generators to achieve the perfect look for their videos.

iPad users can also import projects created in iMovie for iOS and export their Final Cut Pro projects to Mac for advanced editing options, including color correction and expanded third-party content choices.

Pricing and Availability

Final Cut Pro 10.7 will be available as a free update for existing users later this month and can be purchased for $299.99 (U.S.) for new users on the Mac App Store. A free 90-day trial of Final Cut Pro is available for all users. For additional information, visit apple.com/final-cut-pro

For iPad users, Final Cut Pro for iPad 1.3 will also be available later this month as a free update for existing users. It can be acquired from the App Store for $4.99 (U.S.) per month or $49 (U.S.) per year, with a one-month free trial. Final Cut Pro for iPad is compatible with M1 chip iPad models or later, and requires iPadOS 16.6. For more details, visit apple.com/final-cut-pro-for-ipad

The future of video editing on Mac and iPad is looking brighter than ever, thanks to these groundbreaking updates from Apple's Final Cut Pro.

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