There has been a lot of discourse on whether or not iPhones and iPads can be used as monitors for film production. With the release of tools such as the Accsoon Seemo 4K, it seems like utilizing the displays you already own is a no-brainer. But if you own an iPad Pro, it just may be a multi-tool in the filmmaking world. With the “Reference Mode” functionality introduced in iPadOS 16.0, you can use an iPad Pro as a reference monitor for post-production! So, let’s take a look at it. Before we start, there is one obvious question you can ask yourself: What if I don’t own an iPad Pro? True, everyone’s needs and financial situation are different. If you don’t already own an iPad Pro, it might seem neglectful not to mention this upfront. The device starts at $999 on Apple’s website for the 11″ model and goes up from there. That’s a lot of money. But Apple does offer financing, and there are always older models, used, refurbished, warehouse deals, etc., that can take that price down a bit. I’m not here to convince you to buy an iPad Pro. But if you already own a 12.9″ 5th generation iPad Pro or newer (or would like to own one), let’s see how and why to use it as a reference monitor. Final Cut Pro on iPad. Source: Apple Reference Mode on the iPad Pro A reference display essentially renders color values consistently for particular media formats. Your TV...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 19 July, 2024