Week 11, 2026
AI, Apple M5, and New Tools: This Week in Video
It was a busy week. Adobe rolled out AI-powered features in Premiere and After Effects, Apple announced two new machines built for creative work, and Blackmagic quietly updated one of its keying tools. Here is what caught our eye.
Adobe
Adobe Brings AI Tools to Premiere and After Effects
Adobe has announced new AI-powered features for Premiere Pro and After Effects, alongside significant motion design upgrades. The tools are designed to speed up everyday editing and animation workflows in practical ways.
Videomaker
Apple Announces MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max
Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Pro powered by M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. For video professionals, it promises a meaningful boost in rendering and post-production performance, especially on larger, more demanding projects.
Videomaker
Apple MacBook Air Now with M5 Chip
The MacBook Air also gets an upgrade, now powered by the M5 chip. It makes for a solid option for lighter video editing on the go. If you work mobile and do not need a Pro model, this one is worth a look.
Pro Video Coalition
Blackmagic Announces Ultimatte Smart Remote 4 G2
Blackmagic Design has unveiled the Ultimatte Smart Remote 4 G2, aimed at professional studio keying setups. It is a solid update for anyone who works regularly with green screen in a production environment.
Videomaker
Kino Pro for iPhone Now Supports Apple Log 2
The Kino Pro camera app for iPhone now supports Apple Log 2, giving filmmakers more flexibility in color grading straight from their phone. It is a small update with a real impact on how footage holds up in post.
Deadline
ASC Awards 2026: The Winners Are In
The American Society of Cinematographers has announced the winners of the ASC Awards 2026. The awards recognize outstanding cinematography across film and television. A good moment to draw inspiration from some of the year's finest images.
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