Apple has today released iMovie 8.0.5 which adds support for a new video format developed by Apple. The format called iFrame is only currently available on two Sanyo manufactured video cameras and is designed to make importing and editing video easier and quicker.
On a support note posted today Apple describes the new iFrame format as:
The iFrame Video format is designed by Apple to speed up importing and editing by keeping the content in its native recorded format while editing. Based on industry standard technologies such as H.264 and AAC audio, iFrame produces small file sizes and simplifies the process of working with Video recorded with your camera.
Apple also offered the following information about iMovie 8.0.5 which weighs in at 35.56MB.
This update improves compatibility with a number of devices and fixes other minor issues, including:
- Improved compatibility with camcorders using the iFrame video format
- Improved compatibility with importing video captured on the iPod nano
- Fixed problems with resizing the iMovie window during playback
The update is recommended for all users of iMovie '09.