Skylum has unveiled a new iteration of its AI-driven photo editing software, now accessible as a native application for Android and ChromeOS devices. This launch, made in collaboration with Google, brings the renowned Luminar editing tools to mobile platforms, catering to photographers who prefer the flexibility of working away from traditional desktop setups.
The application, named Luminar: Photo Editor, is compatible with a diverse array of Android devices, including smartphones, tablets, foldables, and Chromebooks. Its user interface is designed to adapt seamlessly to various screen sizes and aspect ratios, ensuring a uniform editing experience across all devices.
Previously confined to macOS and Windows, Luminar has gained recognition for its innovative use of artificial intelligence to streamline common editing tasks. With the launch of the Android and ChromeOS version, Skylum is expanding these capabilities to users on the move.
Features of Luminar: Photo Editor
The Android version boasts several of Luminar’s signature tools, which include:
- Enhance AI — A single slider that intelligently adjusts multiple essential settings, such as shadows, highlights, contrast, tone, saturation, exposure, and detail, to instantly elevate image quality.
- Structure AI — Enhances detail and clarity while maintaining a natural appearance, focusing on necessary areas without over-sharpening or introducing unwanted noise.
- Relight AI — Provides comprehensive control over lighting, ideal for creatively enhancing mood or correcting backlit scenes by analyzing the image in three dimensions.
- Atmosphere AI — Introduces realistic fog, mist, or haze using content-aware and depth-based masking, enhancing mood without obscuring key subjects.
- Sky AI — Automatically detects and replaces the sky in images, ensuring realistic lighting and reflections on water and other surfaces.
- Skin AI — Smooths skin and removes blemishes with a single tap, helping portraits appear polished while preserving natural texture.
- Body AI — Allows for subtle adjustments to torso shape, ensuring natural-looking edits without distorting the background.
In addition to these advanced features, the app includes essential editing tools:
- Develop: Adjust exposure, temperature, tint, contrast, highlights, shadows, and more.
- Essential Tools: Crop, Details, Erase, and Landscape Enhancer, among others.
- Filter Collection: Offers robust color correction and film-inspired looks.
Skylum emphasizes that the app is designed for quick and accessible edits, eliminating the need for advanced skills or high-end hardware. Tasks that once required significant time and expertise can now be accomplished with just a few taps, making it an ideal choice for beginners venturing into the world of image editing.
Cross-Platform Support with Google
The partnership with Google aims to ensure a consistent user experience across Android and ChromeOS platforms. Maria Schmidt, Google’s Strategic Partnership Manager, remarked:
“Partnering with Google accelerates our product innovation and reinforces our position as a market leader. Together, we’re committed to delivering exceptional user experiences that surpass expectations by bringing the power of Luminar to Android users worldwide.”
The app integrates seamlessly into the broader Android and Chromebook ecosystems, supporting touch input and adapting its user interface for various device types, including dual-screen foldables.
Pricing and Availability
The Luminar Android app is now available on Google Play with three pricing options:
- Monthly Plan: .99 / €3.99
- Yearly Plan: .99 / €23.99 (includes a 7-day free trial)
- Lifetime License: .99 / €47.99
This launch marks the first official availability of Luminar’s editing capabilities on Android, expanding the software’s reach and potential audience among mobile users.