Logic Pro

Apple announced major updates to Logic Pro for iPad 2 and Logic Pro for Mac 11, injecting cutting-edge AI capabilities into the popular music production software. These new features are designed to streamline the creative process and inspire new possibilities for musicians.

Here’s what’s new:

Session Players: Your AI Bandmates. These virtual musicians expand on the popular Drummer feature, adding a new Bass Player and Keyboard Player. Control performances with ease, guiding chord progressions and intensity for the perfect accompaniment.
Stem Splitter: Unlock Hidden Gems. Turn your voice memos or old recordings into workable parts. Isolate drums,vocals, bass, and other instruments from mixed recordings – opening up new creative possibilities.
ChromaGlow: Shape Your Sound. Inspired by classic studio hardware, this AI-powered tool lets you effortlessly dial in warmth, punch, and presence with different saturation styles.

Pricing and Availability:

Logic Pro for Mac 11: Free update for existing users, AED 799 for new users (Mac App Store).
Logic Pro for iPad 2: Free update for existing users, AED19.99 per month or AED 199 per year (App Store).

Final Cut Pro

Apple also announced Final Cut Pro for iPad 2, packed with powerful features that bring professional editing to the portability of iPad.

Key Features for iPad Filmmakers:

Live Multicam: See and control up to four synced camera angles simultaneously, thanks to the new Final Cut Camera app for iPhone and iPad. It’s your portable production studio!
External Project Support: Maximize iPad storage by editing directly from external drives – perfect for those large video files.
Enhanced Apple Pencil Pro Support: Get even more precision with Live Drawing, now including barrel roll and squeeze for tool selection and brush adjustments.
Customizable Content: Tap into new color grading presets, titles, soundtracks, and dynamic backgrounds to make your project stand out.

Optimized for iPad Pro Power

The new iPad Pro with the M4 chip takes performance to the next level. Rendering is lightning-fast, and you can handle even more ProRes RAW video streams.

Final Cut Pro for Mac 10.8: Smarter and Faster

Mac editors aren’t left out! This free update brings powerful AI-driven tools:

Enhance Light and Color: Effortlessly adjust color balance, brightness, and more.
Smooth Slo-Mo: Create high-quality slow-motion effects with intelligent frame blending.
Workflow Improvements: Search, tag, and manage your project more efficiently.

Pricing and Availability:

Final Cut Pro for iPad 2: Coming later this spring. Free update for existing users, AED 19.99/month or AED 199/year for new users (App Store).
Final Cut Camera: Free standalone app, available later this spring.
Final Cut Pro for Mac 10.8: Free update for existing users, AED 1,199 for new users (Mac App Store). Free 90-day trial available.