Downcodes editor reports: Apple has finally brought the long-awaited major update to Final Cut Pro – version 11! After 13 years, this 25-year-old professional video editing software has a new look and will be officially released this Wednesday. Existing users can upgrade for free, while new users pay $300, but can enjoy a 90-day trial. The core of this update lies in the comprehensive application of artificial intelligence technology. Apple once again demonstrated its strong strength in the field of AI and brought revolutionary changes to video editing.
Apple has finally brought a major update to its professional video editing software, Final Cut Pro. After 13 years of waiting, this 25-year-old video editing software has ushered in its 11th major version and will be officially released this Wednesday. Existing users can upgrade to the new version for free, while new users need to pay $300 to purchase it, but they can try it out on a 90-day trial first.
The biggest highlight of this update is the comprehensive introduction of artificial intelligence technology. Following the recent launch of Apple Intelligence on iOS, iPadOS and MacOS platforms, Apple once again uses AI technology to bring innovative features to Final Cut Pro.
The most eye-catching is the new Magnetic Mask function, which can easily crop out people and objects from videos without relying on a green screen. Users can combine this feature with color correction and video effects for more precise project customization and stylization.
Another important AI feature is Transcribe to Captions, a feature driven by Apple’s self-developed large language model that can automatically convert audio content into text subtitles on the timeline.
It is worth noting that the new version also specifically adds support for mixed reality content. As the latest iPhone models now support spatial video shooting, Final Cut Pro 11 can now edit this type of content, including color correction, adding special effects, and adjusting the depth position of subtitles. While the $3,500 Vision Pro headset has yet to become a mainstream consumer product, Apple is reportedly working on a more affordable model. The current iPhone 15 Pro, future iPhone 16 series and Vision Pro will all support spatial video shooting, and Canon has also launched a new dual-lens R7 camera that supports this format.
In terms of improving efficiency, Final Cut Pro 11 introduces functions such as the magnetic timeline, which can quickly rearrange clips while maintaining audio and video synchronization. This version is specifically optimized for Apple’s self-developed M series chips and supports simultaneous playback of more 4K and 8K ProRes video streams.
At the same time, Apple also released version 2.1 of Final Cut Pro for iPad, which optimizes lighting and color control for the touch interface and improves the overall workflow experience. Likewise, existing users can download the update for free starting Wednesday.
This major update marks an important breakthrough for Final Cut Pro in the field of professional video editing, especially innovations in AI technology application and mixed reality content processing, which will bring more possibilities to creators.
The update of Final Cut Pro 11 brings unprecedented convenience and efficiency to professional video editing. The blessing of AI technology and support for mixed reality will undoubtedly lead a new trend in video creation. We look forward to more users experiencing the powerful functions of this software!