DaVinci Resolve 18.5 introduces a new "Auto Subtitle" feature that can automatically transcribe speech into subtitles on the timeline.
The updated "Transcribe" feature in 18.5 can now convert video and audio clips into editable text, allowing users to search for and jump to specific terms.
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Resolve 18.5 offers enhanced Fusion page capabilities, including new "Relighting" tools that can adjust the lighting in a shot without needing to reshoot.
The software now supports Dolby Vision HDR grading, allowing users to create high-quality HDR content for streaming services.
18.5 includes new AI-powered features from the DaVinci Neural Engine, such as improved automatic color matching and shot stabilization.
Fairlight audio tools in 18.5 have been expanded, including the ability to create custom group channels for more complex mixes.
Resolve 18.5 introduces new OFX (Open FX) plugin integration, providing access to a wider range of specialized visual effects.
The Cut page in 18.5 has gained improved multiclip editing features, making it easier to work with synchronized camera angles.
18.5 now supports direct editing of transcribed audio, allowing users to manipulate dialogue without modifying the original recording.
The Media page in 18.5 includes new organizational tools like "Smart Bins" that can automatically categorize media based on metadata.
Resolve 18.5 offers enhanced facial recognition capabilities, making it simpler to track and isolate specific actors or subjects.
The public beta of 18.5 also includes various bug fixes and performance improvements across all pages of the software.
While 18.5 is a free update for existing Resolve users, the Resolve Studio version requires a separate software license or hardware dongle.
Resolve 19, the next major release, will introduce even more advanced AI-powered features like automated dialogue replacement and real-time color grading.
Blackmagic Design has emphasized the importance of making Resolve 18.5 and 19 as accessible and user-friendly as possible, with a focus on streamlining common post-production workflows.
The DaVinci Neural Engine powering many of Resolve 18.5's new AI tools is designed to take advantage of the latest hardware advancements, including support for Apple's M-series chips and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite platform.
Resolve 18.5 introduces new collaboration features, allowing multiple users to work on the same project simultaneously, with granular control over permissions and task assignments.
Resolve 18.5's new "MultiMerge" feature simplifies the process of combining multiple camera angles or takes into a single synchronized clip.
The public beta of 18.5 has received positive feedback from users, with many praising the increased speed, stability, and overall workflow improvements compared to previous versions of Resolve.