Aperture 3.1 Released: Major Performance Fixes

Aperture 3.1: Release notes:

“Library

  • Improves performance when opening large libraries.
  • Fixes an issue that could prevent thumbnails from being properly rendered when reprocessing masters.
  • Addresses reliability and performance issues when running Repair Database and Rebuild Database operations in Aperture Library First Aid.
  • Improves reliability of upgrading libraries with images containing Spot & Patch adjustments.
  • Improves accuracy of the progress bars displayed when updating Vaults.”

With all the Apple iLife and Lion announcements it’s easy to overlook this one, even though it’s desperately been needed for a long time coming. We’re downloading now and will probably post and review over the weekend.