The student learned about new technologies like digital cameras and iMovie software during the process of constructing their thriller product. At first, the student struggled with using the new digital camera but became more comfortable with it over time. The student also found the editing process challenging due to being unfamiliar with the iMovie software on the iMac computers. Overall, the student felt it was a good learning experience to work with new technologies, but encountered some issues with equipment like unstable tripods and lack of lighting that impacted the filming.