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iMovie '08
Pros
- Fast, no-render, no wait performance while editing
- Convenient centralized video library
- Easy exporting and sharing of movies to YouTube and the improved .Mac Galleries
- Much improved interface for new users
- Wide and seamless support of video formats
Cons
- Decreased video quality due to single field processing
- Simplification means the loss of themes, third-party plug-ins, and advanced audio controls
- Steep hardware requirements
- Slow load time for large media libraries
- Unfamiliar interface and workflow for those used to other video editing programs
Software Details
- Apple
- 10.4 (Tiger)
- Universal
- $79 (as part of iLife ’08 suite); bundled free with new Macs.
Macworld's iMovie '08 Coverage
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Review: iMovie '08 iMovie ’08 is a definite hit for consumers who want quick and easy editing for a variety of video formats and the ability to three-click publish to YouTube or a .Mac Gallery. While great for its intended audience, I would not recommend this version for any kind of prosumer or professional use because of the quality issues and editing limitations.
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