So a third party developer could do what apple said they couldn't do because they would lose data?
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Apple Posts Final Cut Pro X FAQ, Promises Updates
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So a third party developer could do what apple said they couldn't do because they would lose data?
I totally agree. I almost start to develop breathing difficulties because so many things can't be done or require a stupid workaround. I salute to make attempts for a user friendlier software but if at the same token the whole thing becomes so restrictive that you need to look at a FAQ or Helppage to get the simplest things done, it gets a bit tiring. Probably the silliest example is the lacking save/save as feature.
And I can send clips directly to YouTube but I can't send clips from the Storyline to Motion. Ha Ha Ha.
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I like how even slight positive comments get rated down...
Seriously these "pros" need to act a bit more professional. Just trying to learn about the new app on various forums and all are just full of these self-entitled brats.
A lot of them forget if it wasn't for Apple and the original FCP they wouldn't be editing anyways unless they sold off their homes to pay for Avid.
Seriously stop crying, forget being professional for a second...maybe just act like adults for a change rather than 5 year olds! If you can't do that, make your own editing app.
Let the down-rating commence!
Seriously these "pros" need to act a bit more professional. Just trying to learn about the new app on various forums and all are just full of these self-entitled brats.
A lot of them forget if it wasn't for Apple and the original FCP they wouldn't be editing anyways unless they sold off their homes to pay for Avid.
Seriously stop crying, forget being professional for a second...maybe just act like adults for a change rather than 5 year olds! If you can't do that, make your own editing app.
Let the down-rating commence!
Everyone knows it's possible to have some halfassed import of old projects. I'm sure Apple is holding out on that because so far they have not been able to do it in a satisfactory way.
Apple chooses not to do that for 2 reasons ...
First , they cant do 100% (neither Automatick duck can) .
Its a totally different approach .
So, if they did that , they maybe had more problems from ungry users....
Second , they prefer (like they did 10 years ago with FCP 1) to be more Democratic... more cheap products for everyone, and let third developers to make the extra options for those PRO users.
If you are a PRO , you can buy the extra options and built a system to your likes.
The only thing Apple did wrong, was the lack of detailed info about those specs in the very first day(but thats why they refund all people that doesnt like it ).
I remember someone saying that FCP6 will continue to work on Lion but you can't install it due FCP6 having PowerPC based installer. Lion doesn't support Rosetta.
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If a thirdparty plugin is not perfect, nobody blames Apple, if Apple is not perfect it gets blamed.
Lumeswell said:
If a thirdparty plugin is not perfect, nobody blames Apple, if Apple is not perfect it gets blamed.
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As if FCP 7 would be any easier and could be used without any manual.
Burger Thing said:
I totally agree. I almost start to develop breathing difficulties because so many things can't be done or require a stupid workaround. I salute to make attempts for a user friendlier software but if at the same token the whole thing becomes so restrictive that you need to look at a FAQ or Helppage to get the simplest things done, it gets a bit tiring. Probably the silliest example is the lacking save/save as feature.
And I can send clips directly to YouTube but I can't send clips from the Storyline to Motion. Ha Ha Ha.
As if FCP 7 would be any easier and could be used without any manual.
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Among many of the qualities of a "Pro" or "Professional"- A high standard of professional ethics, behavior and work activities while carrying out one's profession (as an employee, self-employed person, career, enterprise, business, company, or partnership/associate/colleague, etc.)
Seems many people on this forum are self declaring themselves "Pros" without possessing one of the key qualities.
Among many of the qualities of a "Pro" or "Professional"- A high standard of professional ethics, behavior and work activities while carrying out one's profession (as an employee, self-employed person, career, enterprise, business, company, or partnership/associate/colleague, etc.)
Seems many people on this forum are self declaring themselves "Pros" without possessing one of the key qualities.
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If people base their fundamental criticism on a lack of knowledge, we know how serious we have to take them.
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If people base their fundamental criticism on a lack of knowledge, we know how serious we have to take them.
I am sorry, but if Apple feels the need to publish a workaround on their FAQ page on how to save several instances of your project to get something simple and fundamental as "save as" done then something went seriously wrong in the user-friendliness department of the software, don't you think?
Apple says , that you have to think differnet... if you want.
If you dont, stay with the old version or choose another platform... simple.
No one forces you what to do .
I didnt had to search more than a couple days to find everything i want, but i read manuals, and saw some tutorials before i start to shout, maybe you have to do the same, you may even like it more !!!
I'm in the same situation. Staying with FCP6 and waiting for FCP8.
The FCS2 installer needs Rosetta. The software itself is universal, so there's no chance to install it on a wiped disk. I don't know if you will be able to pull it out from your TimeMachine though without the need of running the installer.
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Apple makes great products, but it's hard to digest how something like this product release can get by big shots in the company in charge of this. Marketing 101, protect the integrity of your brand.
Apple makes great products, but it's hard to digest how something like this product release can get by big shots in the company in charge of this. Marketing 101, protect the integrity of your brand.
Sure
"They say they "know how important XML export" is to their users"...
Then why didn't they added in the first release?
"They say they "know how important XML export" is to their users"...
Then why didn't they added in the first release?
I see it as a good sign that Apple is at least acknowledging FCPX's shortcomings (omissions) and providing a level of optimism that in a period of time the software should address a lot of the concerns that are currently floating about.
I guess what I don't understand is how, if you are a "professional" and need multicam and the other omissions, how you could even attempt to migrate to a new, untested, un-fleshed out version of ANY software? If your software is mission critical, I wouldn't expect anyone to jump to the new version on day one. Every new piece of software needs to be thoroughly tested before implementation to ensure it meets your needs.
There is a reason many corporations are still using Win XP instead of Vista / 7. Hell, we are still using Office 2003 due to file compatibility issues with newer versions....
I do understand the need to download FCPX for evaluation and for training, but to expect to be able to use it as a replacement for FCPS on day one is a bit too optimistic in my eyes.
Apple should not have EOL'd FCPS so quickly, but I doubt that they will not still provide new licenses for production houses that rely on that software. Also, the rate of new licenses being needed probably isn't too high at this point, but it is still existent.
I guess what I don't understand is how, if you are a "professional" and need multicam and the other omissions, how you could even attempt to migrate to a new, untested, un-fleshed out version of ANY software? If your software is mission critical, I wouldn't expect anyone to jump to the new version on day one. Every new piece of software needs to be thoroughly tested before implementation to ensure it meets your needs.
There is a reason many corporations are still using Win XP instead of Vista / 7. Hell, we are still using Office 2003 due to file compatibility issues with newer versions....
I do understand the need to download FCPX for evaluation and for training, but to expect to be able to use it as a replacement for FCPS on day one is a bit too optimistic in my eyes.
Apple should not have EOL'd FCPS so quickly, but I doubt that they will not still provide new licenses for production houses that rely on that software. Also, the rate of new licenses being needed probably isn't too high at this point, but it is still existent.
When a company stops selling the product they're pretty much forcing you to either upgrade or look elsewhere. Not today but down the line.
In other words you're wrong.
....and yet Microsoft extended the support of XP a number of times. They kept updating the system long after Vista came out and they made sure that their customers were informed more than a year in advance. I believe they currently say that XP support (patches/updates/etc) will be discontinued in 2014.
See the difference?
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FCP X already supports multicam-- it just does it differently than the previous version. It automatically syncs audio as well, which has never been done before.
Seems that there is a contingent of AVID so called "professionals" who ADOBE shouting down anyone who tries to talk about how much, as a professional, they find FCP X to be a delight to work with.
That they are so AVID tells you that ADOBE is scared.
Cry babies gonna cry, while the rest of us are editing faster than ever.
Seems that there is a contingent of AVID so called "professionals" who ADOBE shouting down anyone who tries to talk about how much, as a professional, they find FCP X to be a delight to work with.
That they are so AVID tells you that ADOBE is scared.
Cry babies gonna cry, while the rest of us are editing faster than ever.
"They say they "know how important XML export" is to their users"...
Then why didn't they added in the first release?
Because apple doesn't let crybabies dictate their release schedule...otherwise they'd never ship because the AVID crybabies ADOBE coming up with things to insist must be in there to be "professional".
Its really a shame that all of you who aren't editors but are general apple haters, are amplifying the whining, and I'm tired of so-called "news" outlets reporting that "professionals" are unhappy with FCP X.
That's called spin.
Real, genuine professionals are quite happy with it.
Apple could have avoided this by simply:
1) Posting this FAQ AT launch!
2) Explaining to some industry big-wigs about the changes.
3) Make a transition plan, much like the MobileMe to iCloud plan. Keep selling FCP7 for a period of a year and then EOL it.
However, you, I and the wall all know this is Apple.....they aren't so good at communicating with customers.....pro or not
-Kevin
1) Posting this FAQ AT launch!
2) Explaining to some industry big-wigs about the changes.
3) Make a transition plan, much like the MobileMe to iCloud plan. Keep selling FCP7 for a period of a year and then EOL it.
However, you, I and the wall all know this is Apple.....they aren't so good at communicating with customers.....pro or not
-Kevin
I've been doing multicam with it all morning.
I guess you guys think if you repeat these dishonest claims loud enough people will believe you.
unfortunately, it seems you're right, but only because there's a built in group of apple haters who are happy to ramp up any supposed vulnerability to the moon.
Remember antanna gate? This is just another one of those fabricated "failures".