his software update installs the DaVinci Resolve 18 public beta which adds support for Blackmagic Cloud workflows as well as the DaVinci Proxy Generator Lite app. In addition, this update adds new Resolve FX such as fast noise for adding atmospheric effects like fog and mist, and improved edge strength and filter controls. DaVinci Resolve 18 also adds improved subtitling, 5x5 multiview for large multicam projects, Fairlight fixed to FlexBus and GPU accelerated paint in Fusion. Please submit all feedback and bug reports via the public beta feedback forum on the Blackmagic Design website.

This software update adds support for Nikon RAW files, a Sony IMF render preset and improved stability with 3D renders in Fusion on Apple Mac models with M1 Max processors. In addition, DaVinci Resolve Studio 17.4.6 adds better audio proxy handling and Vimeo credential recognition, as well as improved stability when using HDR controls on Apple silicon models. This version requires a DaVinci Resolve Studio license dongle or software activation code.

This software update improves deconstruction of nested timelines for audio tracks, and adds support for 20% faster decoding and rendering of Blackmagic RAW 12K files on Apple M1 Max. DaVinci Resolve 17.4.5 also adds support for decoding 6K and 8K clips from Sony Venice and improves text processing with 3D text and Text+ fonts. In addition, this update improves importing of AAF files with retime or mixed frame rates. Technical support for the free version of DaVinci Resolve 17 is only available via the Blackmagic Design community forums.