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3D Draft preview

Overhaul of the compositing app's 3D toolset continues, with the option to import 3D models in OBJ format and environment maps as EXR files.

Thursday, February 8th, 2024

Significant update moves native 3D file import and the Advanced 3D renderer out of beta and into the stable release of the software.

Tuesday, December 5th, 2023

Latest public beta lets users render 3D models directly inside the compositing software, using the new Advanced 3D renderer.

Wednesday, September 13th, 2023

Sizeable update to the compositing app integrates Frame.io for free, adds native Apple Silicon support.

Wednesday, April 13th, 2022

Compositing software gets Universal Text Engine for titling and motion graphics. New Extended Viewport for 3D work now in beta.

Thursday, December 16th, 2021

iClone update extends the real-time animation tool's crowd simulations with smart props and accessories. See all the new features here.

Saturday, September 7th, 2024

First update to the open standard for VFX plugins in almost a decade improves color management, and widens CPU and GPU support.

Friday, September 6th, 2024

Heavyweight story development tool with integrations to Photoshop and Maya can now also be used in a standard web browser.

Friday, September 6th, 2024

Check out the new features in the intuitive NURBS modeler, including Deform and Mesh Snap features, and support for SVG import.

Thursday, September 5th, 2024

Check out the new features in the GPU-accelerated sparse volumetric fluid solver, including support for height fields as collision sources.

Wednesday, September 4th, 2024

Plan out city layouts and have this neat tool populate them with 3D buildings. Now exports to other applications in USD format.

Wednesday, September 4th, 2024