Halide, known for its acclaimed photography apps for Apple devices, has ventured into mobile videography with the launch of Kino, a professional-grade video app. They claim that no editing is required, just press record.
Available on the App Store with an introductory price of $9.99 until Friday; the price increases to $19.99 afterward.
Kino targets professionals with features similar to Halide’s approachable pro-level features. Designed to leverage iPhone 15 Pro’s ProRes video support encoded in Log format.
Apple’s visual and graphics winner Halide Mark II, synonymous with innovation in mobile photography earned praise for its intuitive interfaces and advanced features. Now, with Kino, the company aims to replicate this success in the realm of videography, offering users a comprehensive toolset to capture and create stunning visuals.
Key features of Kino include powerful pro tools with manual mode with shutter speed, angle, and ISO adjustment, along with composition aids like grid and level, ensuring users can achieve cinematic-quality footage on their iPhones.
- Instant Grade – allows users to shoot footage with preset grades or record in Apple Log format for later grading.
- AutoMotion feature – selects optimal exposure settings for cinematic motion blur automatically.
In addition to robust recording capabilities, Kino provides advanced editing tools for audio meters, LUTs, pro tools, color waveforms, and many more. This streamlined editing process empowers users to achieve professional-quality results without the need for complex desktop software.
Kino works on any device running iOS 17 or higher. Emphasizing privacy, Kino assures users that no data is collected. According to the developers, “None of our apps gather or collect data, or analyze your videos and photos,”
Click the following link to Download Kino.