Apple updates iLife '08 apps, iMovie gains new features

***AppleInsider*** · 09-26-2007, 04:39 PM

Apple Inc. on Wednesday afternoon posted to its website software updates for nearly all of its iLife '08 applications, the most significant of which adds a handful of more powerful editing features to much criticized iMovie 7.0 overhaul.

iLife Support 8.1

In order to install any of the individual application updates, users will first need to down iLife Support 8.1 [7MB], which supports system software components shared by all iLife '08 applications, improves overall stability, addresses a number of other minor issues, and supports general compatibility issues.

iMovie 7.1

iMovie 7.1 [44.6MB] addresses several areas including video and audio editing capabilities, and performance associated with opening and switching iMovie Events and Projects. In addition, the update also supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues.

Among the new features delivered with the release is Multiple Clip Selection, which lets users select multiple clips in order to assign keywords, paste adjustments or reorganize clips in projects more quickly than before. Similarly, a Fine Tuning feature allows users to quickly refine the start or end frame for any clip without leaving the Project view.

iMovie 7.1 also introduces Still Frame Creation, which freezes the video action for creating a dramatic ending or applying the “Ken Burns” effect on any frame of a video clip.

Other features delivered in the release include Frame-by-Frame trimming, Audio Ducking level control, Manual Audio Fades, a duration settings for Transitions and Stills, an option to show the current playhead time, and other performance improvements that allow users to enjoy their video more quickly by switching between Events.

iPhoto 7.1

iPhoto 7.1 [59.3MB] addresses issues encountered when moving photos between Events, and adds new greeting card themes including holiday card designs. It also supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues.

iDVD 7.0.1

iDVD 7.0.1 [18.6MB] improves overall stability, supports general compatibility issues, and addresses a number of other minor issues.

GarageBand 4.1

GarageBand 4.1 [46.1MB] addresses isolated graphic display issues, compatibility with 3rd party audio software, fixes minor problems with Magic GarageBand, and supports general compatibility issues.

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TenoBell · 09-26-2007, 04:50 PM

They are adding functionality to iMovie 08 as it was said they would.

Booga · 09-26-2007, 04:57 PM

That "iLife Support 8.1" looks kind of interesting... I wonder if the original rumors that iLife '08 would be Leopard-only were actually true, and this module is just a little core API bundle of Leopard functionality since the OS wasn't ready in time for the software? Just curious.

psb2007 · 09-26-2007, 05:09 PM

Following on from booga's post, I am running leopard and did software update . interestingly enough it did not come up with ilife support 8.1, just the updates to idvd, garageband, iphoto, and imovie so im guessing that the update is already in leopard ( or the apps were written for leopard ad needed an api as discussed by booga)
Regards all applers
Me

amac4me · 09-26-2007, 05:26 PM

Just installed. Things seem fine.

MacTel · 09-26-2007, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Booga

That "iLife Support 8.1" looks kind of interesting... I wonder if the original rumors that iLife '08 would be Leopard-only were actually true, and this module is just a little core API bundle of Leopard functionality since the OS wasn't ready in time for the software? Just curious.

Someone on MacRumors.com said that it does work with the latest Leopard build. GM is near.

SpamSandwich · 09-26-2007, 06:44 PM

Either that, or it's the Apocalypse.

Bageljoey · 09-26-2007, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpamSandwich

Either that, or it's the Apocalypse.

Applying Occam's razor, this would be the indication...

pt123 · 09-26-2007, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Booga

That "iLife Support 8.1" looks kind of interesting... I wonder if the original rumors that iLife '08 would be Leopard-only were actually true, and this module is just a little core API bundle of Leopard functionality since the OS wasn't ready in time for the software? Just curious.

I not sure why would Apple make iLife Leopard only when it obviously works with 10.4. That is a lotta iLife software they wouldn't sell because so many people are working 10.4. Well maybe people needed motivation to upgrade Leopard.

bobmarksdale · 09-26-2007, 11:27 PM

Any other '06 users get the notification for this update? Just the iLife '08 general one, not any of the specifics. Seems weird since it shouldn't apply to me. Should I install it?

Brian Green · 09-26-2007, 11:47 PM

I have the 8-Core Mac Pro and iMovie '08 is completely unusable due to a bug involving extremely low bitrate of the movies. I use a 1080i Sony HDR-HC1 and when trying to export the footage to Web Gallery the footage looks absolutely awful.

I've written Apple about this but they have yet to fix the bug. It'll be iMovieHD for me until they get around to fixing '08.

mdriftmeyer · 09-26-2007, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Green

I have the 8-Core Mac Pro and iMovie '08 is completely unusable due to a bug involving extremely low bitrate of the movies. I use a 1080i Sony HDR-HC1 and when trying to export the footage to Web Gallery the footage looks absolutely awful.

I've written Apple about this but they have yet to fix the bug. It'll be iMovieHD for me until they get around to fixing '08.

What the hell does your 8-Core have to do with the bitrate?

Brian Green · 09-26-2007, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdriftmeyer

What the hell does your 8-Core have to do with the bitrate?

Hell if I know. I do know that it doesn't work. When people try troubleshooting an issue they always ask what computer it's on first, so I mentioned it.

**JeffDM** · 09-27-2007, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TenoBell

They are adding functionality to iMovie 08 as it was said they would.

"They" didn't say they would. That was speculation on David Pogue's part that people somehow interpreted as a statement from Apple.

TenoBell · 09-27-2007, 12:38 AM

Quote:

"They" didn't say they would. That was speculation on David Pogue's part that people somehow interpreted as a statement from Apple.

Could be speculation, none of us are in the position to ask Pogue if Apple directly him or not. Even if it was only speculation it turns out to be true.

mrtotes · 09-27-2007, 07:34 AM

So is the elastic-band audio volume control back in iMovie?

MsNly · 09-27-2007, 07:36 AM

iWork does not run well on my computer under 10.4 so I wonder if it was meant for leopard only too? Just a thought.

mullman · 09-27-2007, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Green

I have the 8-Core Mac Pro and iMovie '08 is completely unusable due to a bug involving extremely low bitrate of the movies. I use a 1080i Sony HDR-HC1 and when trying to export the footage to Web Gallery the footage looks absolutely awful.

I've written Apple about this but they have yet to fix the bug. It'll be iMovieHD for me until they get around to fixing '08.

I am not sure I could point all the blame on iMovie.

I have used iMovie in the past and almost now exclusively use FInal Cut Studio.
Computers are far from as powerful as yours (latest MacBook Pro 15" & PowerMac G5 dual core).
Used to have an HC1, now use FX7s (HDV) and the tapeless CX7 (AVCHD).

I made some stuff this weekend with iMovie 08 and watched it in full 1080i off a Mac mini hooked with a 46" Sharp (also 1080i) and it was nearly perfect...

It is all about settings. But if you have an oct-core machine and a pretty good camera, why are you using consumer level SW tools?

mcnaugha · 09-27-2007, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Booga

That "iLife Support 8.1" looks kind of interesting... I wonder if the original rumors that iLife '08 would be Leopard-only were actually true, and this module is just a little core API bundle of Leopard functionality since the OS wasn't ready in time for the software? Just curious.

You're being coy aren't you? You know, as I do, these updates are to tune iLife '08 for Leopard.

I wonder why Apple can't just say so in the description... unless it makes it too obvious that Leopard is about to or has gone GM and it could adversely affect sales. Or it's simply the old 'Apple doesn't comment on unreleased products'. You can bet your bottom dollar that after the release of Leopard, it will state somewhere that these updates are needed or recommended for it.

tonton · 09-27-2007, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffDM

"They" didn't say they would. That was speculation on David Pogue's part that people somehow interpreted as a statement from Apple.

Read Teno's post again.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TenoBell

They are adding functionality to iMovie 08 as it was said they would.

"It was said". Not "they said".

Something needs to be done about reading laziness...

ThunkDifferent.com · 09-27-2007, 10:37 AM

It is a VERY nice surprise that Apple went ahead and did this update. The new iMovie was killing me. I got a note for David Pogue recently and he said that the iMovie 2008 Manual will be out in October, so that is pretty cool. I am excited to see what functionality he can show us as i have been hard pressed to find much in iMovie 8.0 so far, maybe 8.1 added yesterday makes it a bit more easy to chew.

-Thunk Different.

Haggar · 09-27-2007, 11:54 AM

Does the iMovie update support DVD chapter markers or timeline view?

bwik · 09-27-2007, 03:44 PM

I was one who tried to calm down the masses. Apple knew they were feature-behind because they are strapped for software engineers.

Patience. Apple always delivers quality in the end.

Slackula · 10-02-2007, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haggar

Does the iMovie update support DVD chapter markers or timeline view?

Has anyone else heard on this as I am also very interested in whether the new iMovie updates included these features?

09-26-2007, 04:39 PM	#1
*AppleInsider* Kasper's Automated Slave Join Date: Nov 1997 Posts: 6,159	Apple updates iLife '08 apps, iMovie gains new features Apple Inc. on Wednesday afternoon posted to its website software updates for nearly all of its iLife '08 applications, the most significant of which adds a handful of more powerful editing features to much criticized iMovie 7.0 overhaul. iLife Support 8.1 In order to install any of the individual application updates, users will first need to down iLife Support 8.1 [7MB], which supports system software components shared by all iLife '08 applications, improves overall stability, addresses a number of other minor issues, and supports general compatibility issues. iMovie 7.1 iMovie 7.1 [44.6MB] addresses several areas including video and audio editing capabilities, and performance associated with opening and switching iMovie Events and Projects. In addition, the update also supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues. Among the new features delivered with the release is Multiple Clip Selection, which lets users select multiple clips in order to assign keywords, paste adjustments or reorganize clips in projects more quickly than before. Similarly, a Fine Tuning feature allows users to quickly refine the start or end frame for any clip without leaving the Project view. iMovie 7.1 also introduces Still Frame Creation, which freezes the video action for creating a dramatic ending or applying the “Ken Burns” effect on any frame of a video clip. Other features delivered in the release include Frame-by-Frame trimming, Audio Ducking level control, Manual Audio Fades, a duration settings for Transitions and Stills, an option to show the current playhead time, and other performance improvements that allow users to enjoy their video more quickly by switching between Events. iPhoto 7.1 iPhoto 7.1 [59.3MB] addresses issues encountered when moving photos between Events, and adds new greeting card themes including holiday card designs. It also supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues. iDVD 7.0.1 iDVD 7.0.1 [18.6MB] improves overall stability, supports general compatibility issues, and addresses a number of other minor issues. GarageBand 4.1 GarageBand 4.1 [46.1MB] addresses isolated graphic display issues, compatibility with 3rd party audio software, fixes minor problems with Magic GarageBand, and supports general compatibility issues. [ View this article at AppleInsider.com ] [ Digg this story ]

09-26-2007, 05:09 PM	#4
psb2007 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1	ilife 08 and leopard Following on from booga's post, I am running leopard and did software update . interestingly enough it did not come up with ilife support 8.1, just the updates to idvd, garageband, iphoto, and imovie so im guessing that the update is already in leopard ( or the apps were written for leopard ad needed an api as discussed by booga) Regards all applers Me

09-26-2007, 05:26 PM	#5
amac4me Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 264	Just installed. Things seem fine. Switch To A Mac http://switchtoamac.com

09-26-2007, 06:44 PM	#7
SpamSandwich Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 8,456	Either that, or it's the Apocalypse. "The natural progress of things is for liberty to yield, and government to gain ground." —Thomas Jefferson Proud AAPL stock owner.

09-26-2007, 11:27 PM	#10
bobmarksdale Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Apple Fantasy Land Posts: 738	Any other '06 users get the notification for this update? Just the iLife '08 general one, not any of the specifics. Seems weird since it shouldn't apply to me. Should I install it? Serving humanity one sarcastic comment at a time.

09-26-2007, 04:50 PM	#2
TenoBell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 5,257	They are adding functionality to iMovie 08 as it was said they would.

09-26-2007, 04:57 PM	#3
Booga Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Tinton Falls, NJ Posts: 702	That "iLife Support 8.1" looks kind of interesting... I wonder if the original rumors that iLife '08 would be Leopard-only were actually true, and this module is just a little core API bundle of Leopard functionality since the OS wasn't ready in time for the software? Just curious.

09-26-2007, 11:47 PM	#11
Brian Green Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 464	iMovie Still not fixed for Mac Pro I have the 8-Core Mac Pro and iMovie '08 is completely unusable due to a bug involving extremely low bitrate of the movies. I use a 1080i Sony HDR-HC1 and when trying to export the footage to Web Gallery the footage looks absolutely awful. I've written Apple about this but they have yet to fix the bug. It'll be iMovieHD for me until they get around to fixing '08. Memories come not in complete, but rather in a myriad of frames and fragments brought together in experience.

09-27-2007, 07:34 AM	#16
mrtotes Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Gloucestershire, England Posts: 614	So is the elastic-band audio volume control back in iMovie?

09-27-2007, 07:36 AM	#17
MsNly Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 258	iWork does not run well on my computer under 10.4 so I wonder if it was meant for leopard only too? Just a thought. "Programming today is a race between software engineers striving to build bigger and better idiot-proof programs, and the Universe trying to produce bigger and better idiots. So far, the Universe is winning." -Rick Cook

09-27-2007, 10:37 AM	#21
ThunkDifferent.com Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 63	The Missing Manuel It is a VERY nice surprise that Apple went ahead and did this update. The new iMovie was killing me. I got a note for David Pogue recently and he said that the iMovie 2008 Manual will be out in October, so that is pretty cool. I am excited to see what functionality he can show us as i have been hard pressed to find much in iMovie 8.0 so far, maybe 8.1 added yesterday makes it a bit more easy to chew. -Thunk Different.

09-27-2007, 11:54 AM	#22
Haggar Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 530	Does the iMovie update support DVD chapter markers or timeline view?

09-27-2007, 03:44 PM	#23
bwik Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 186	I was one who tried to calm down the masses. Apple knew they were feature-behind because they are strapped for software engineers. Patience. Apple always delivers quality in the end.

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