17th September 2024

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+### [17th September 2024](/news/20240917)
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+**macOS Sequoia 15.0** is out now!
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+So far there's very little to no reports of any issues with Final Cut Pro, so we think it's safe to upgrade - but of course, make backups and tread with care!
+
+You can keep track of our latest recommendations on our [Upgrade Guide](https://fcp.cafe/update-guide/).
+
+---
+
+**BretFX** has released **Speech Bubble 2** on the Mac App Store and on the BretFX website.
+
+You can learn more [here](https://www.bretfx.com/product/speech-bubble/).
+
+You can download on the Mac App Store [here](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/speech-bubbles-for-final-cut/id6667095093?mt=12).
+
+---
+
+**Creator's Best Friend v1.3.1** is out now with a new app icon!
+
+It also now has a  "Keep on Top" checkbox to control floating of the app window.
+
+You can download on the Mac App Store [here](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/creators-best-friend/id1524172135?mt=12).
+
+---
+
+**Frame.io v2.7.1** is out now!
+
+It includes the following improvements:
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+- Support for uploading media to V4 accounts
+- Watch Folders now work with V4 accounts
+- Full support for Final Cut Pro 10.8
+- Bug fixes and performance improvements
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+We're big Frame.io users here, and we're also on the V4 beta, so HUGE thank you to the Frame.io team for all their Final Cut Pro improvements!!
+
+You can download on the Mac App Store [here](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/frame-io-video-collaboration/id992958444?mt=12).

docs/update-guide.md

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-## Short Answer
+## Summary
 
-**Final Cut Pro 10.8** has only just been released, however the initial verdict is that it's very similar to 10.7.1. If you rush to update, make sure you have backups!
+**Last Updated:** 17th September 2024
+
+For most users, on modern Apple Silicon Mac's **Final Cut Pro 10.8.1** is rock solid.
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+**Final Cut Pro 10.8** is very similar to Final Cut Pro 10.7.1, so if you're still on 10.7.1 on a major project, there's no rush to update.
 
 If you're still on **Final Cut Pro 10.6.5** or earlier on **Intel** machines - just stay there until you buy an Apple Silicon Mac.
 
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 If you're on **macOS Ventura** - you should be fine to update to **macOS Sonoma**.
 
+If you're on **macOS Sonoma** - you should be fine to update to **macOS Sequoia**.
+
 You can read full answers below...
 
 _FWIW - I've put my 2021 16-inch MacBook Pro (M1 Max, 64GB RAM, 8TB SSD) with Sonoma 14.1.2 and FCPX 10.7 through hell since the 10.7 release, and it's been rock solid. Zero crashes. Zero issues. Faster exports. More responsive. Rock solid. I was previously on Monterey & 10.6.8, but Sonoma + Final Cut Pro 10.7 seems way more solid and reliable._
 
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-## macOS Sonoma
+## macOS Sequoia 15
+
+We know a lot of people that used Final Cut Pro right throughout the macOS Sequoia beta period without any major issues.
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+If you're running macOS Sonoma, we expect macOS Sequoia to be very similar to Final Cut Pro users.
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+However, as macOS Sequoia 15.0 is brand new - take care, and don't rush to update unless you need to. Make sure you have backups!
+
+---
+
+## macOS Sonoma 14
 
 **iZotope** is currently warning against it's users upgrading to **macOS Sonoma 14.4**.
 
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 You can learn more [here](https://support.izotope.com/hc/en-us/articles/17519558551581-Issues-with-macOS-14-4-Sonoma).
 
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 Generally speaking, upgrading from **macOS Ventura to macOS Sonoma** is fairly smooth sailing, with no major widespread issues reported.
 
 However, it's worth reading Larry Jordan's post on [Don’t Hurry to Upgrade](https://larryjordan.com/articles/caution-dont-hurry-to-upgrade/).