Adobe Launches Indigo: A Beta Camera App for iOS with Advanced Features

Adobe has officially released Indigo, a beta version of its camera application for iOS. The company highlights that the app employs proprietary algorithms for enhancing digital photos and offers full support for manual controls.

Indigo features two camera modes: «Auto» and «Pro.» In Auto mode, the app takes charge of all parameter adjustments through its built-in algorithms, whereas in Pro mode, the user has complete control. Users can adjust shutter speed, ISO, focus, exposure, temperature, and tone.

At the top of the screen, there’s a built-in histogram that can be swiped away to reveal a menu for configuring assistant features. This menu allows users to activate a grid, level, highlight overexposed areas, and set a timer.

Additionally, the developers have included a stability indicator for the smartphone, which displays how steady the device is. If the smartphone is mounted on a tripod, the indicator will turn green, making it especially useful for nighttime photography with the built-in night mode.

Photos can be saved in two formats: JPEG and JPEG + DNG. The latter is particularly beneficial for those planning to edit their photos later. The Indigo gallery includes options for reducing noise and reflections. To use these features, users must download the corresponding neural networks, with the model for noise reduction requiring 29 MB of storage and the reflection removal model needing 411 MB. There’s also a quick sharing button for sending photos directly to Adobe Lightroom.

The app is free and is available in the Russian App Store, requiring no subscription or Adobe account to use.