Final Cut Pro X 10.4 [hot]

Before 10.4, editing 360 video meant stitching footage in a separate app (like Kolor or Mistika), then editing a flat, distorted video. FCPX 10.4 allowed you to import raw stitched footage, stabilize it, add VR-aware transitions, and export directly to YouTube or VR headsets. It made 360 editing accessible to the masses.

As of today (May 2026), Apple is several major versions ahead (10.7 or 10.8 likely). However, holds a special place in history and practical utility. final cut pro x 10.4

Version 10.4 was the first version to offer comprehensive, native support for HDR video. This was a massive technical undertaking. HDR video offers a much wider brightness range and a significantly wider color gamut (P3), resulting in images that look startlingly realistic, with deep blacks and blindingly bright highlights. Before 10