Final Cut Pro 3 with Riley Hill (iPad Pros - 0247)

Final Cut Pro for iPad’s latest update significantly improves usability through long-overdue interface optimizations, including full support for external monitors, split-screen multitasking, and slide-over functionality. While these enhancements make the software more professional, the experience remains marred by occasional stability issues, such as random crashes during timeline edits and unreliable background exports. The conversation highlights the frustration regarding Apple’s restrictive pricing model, which forces users into a bundled subscription that has more than doubled in cost, despite the lack of a standalone purchase option. Furthermore, the discussion touches on the limitations of the iPad ecosystem, specifically the absence of professional-grade continuity features like iPhone-as-a-camera integration and the stagnation of Swift Playgrounds for serious development. Despite these technical and financial hurdles, the platform remains a primary creative tool for mobile-first video production.