Parallel is a video recording and editing application for iPhone and iPad, designed for content creators, marketers, salespeople, and teachers who want to create videos for multiple channels right on their phones.

When the same content needs to be posted to TikTok, Reels, and YouTube, re-recording or trimming later can often be time-consuming. Parallel helps prepare multiple viewpoints and formats while recording, and then complete the video within the same app.

Main features:

• Dual: record vertical and horizontal versions simultaneously from a single recording. You can resize the preview frame and adjust zoom while recording.
• Director / PiP: combine front and rear cameras, display the speaker along with the scene or product; supports PiP layout and removes the background of the speaker.
• Reaction: select an existing video and record the commentary using the front camera; you can pause the source video to continue explaining.
• Edit Video: trim, split segments, add filters and timed text layers; save the edits while keeping the original video intact.
• Green Screen: merge meme clips that have had their green background removed, drag to move, pinch to resize, flip and toggle repeat.

Parallel also supports stabilization on compatible cameras, remembers recording settings, and automatically adjusts preview processing based on the device. Zoom capabilities, stabilization, and resolution depend on the hardware and source content.

You can download Parallel from the App Store, grant camera and microphone permissions, then select Dual, Director, or Reaction to get started. The app offers a free version and a Pro package that unlocks additional features, including watermark-free recordings, premium filters, unlimited text layers, and up to 4K export when the device and source video support it.

My focus is on streamlining the process from recording to having content ready to share: a single recording for two formats, combining live viewpoints and editing right within the app.