Adobe Lightroom for iPad Likely Coming Soon With Cloud Syncing and $99 Subscription Fee
Adobe’s professional editing software Lightroom may soon make its way to the iPad, according to a product listing on Adobe’s website that appeared briefly before being pulled. The mobile software was listed with a $99 cloud subscription, to be renewed on a yearly basis.
Originally discovered by 9to5Mac, Adobe’s tagline for Lightroom for mobile is “Take Lightroom anywhere,” and according to an Adobe support employee, the software has been designed for the iPad and includes many of the same features found in the desktop version of Lightroom.
Like Apple’s own Aperture software, Lightroom is designed for post production work, allowing its users to edit and manage high volumes of digital images.
Lightroom for mobile devices has been in the works for several months now, and back in May of 2013, Adobe demonstrated a concept for a Lightroom-style photo editing app for the iPad.
The app was cloud-based, and while it was designed to serve as a companion app to the full Lightroom software, it did offer features for on-the-go photo editing. In the demo, the app was able to edit raw photos imported from a camera, implementing changes to exposure, clarity, shadows, highlights, and white balance.
Adobe’s May 2013 demo of Lightroom on an iPad
Changes made within the app synced with the desktop version of Lightroom, allowing the same photos to be edited on desktop computers, laptops, and on the iPad. Based on the reoccurring subscription fees for Lightroom mobile listed above, it is likely that the finished product works in much the same way, storing photos and edits in the cloud.
In May of 2013, Adobe abandoned its standard Creative Suite of apps, electing instead to offer cloud-based versions of all its apps. Lightroom 5 was later released in June of 2013 and offered both standalone and as a part of the Creative Cloud service.
It is likely that the upcoming Lightroom for iPad will be able to sync with both versions of the software and it is possible that it will be included for free to Creative Cloud subscribers that pay for Adobe’s full suite of software.
Though it is unknown when Lightroom for iPad might launch, its brief appearance on the Adobe website suggests that a release is imminent.
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Real World Experience with the 32GB Leef Pro UHS-1 Micro SD Card
The super techy people know that high speed memory cards make a world of difference. The average consumer might not. While I am techy, I am also just another consumer looking for the best products at the best price possible. I heard it over and over again, “You need a Class 10 micro SD card” “Class 10 is too slow now, now you need a U1 (UHS-1)” Greek to many. If all I am doing is saving saving pictures, videos and the occasional album, why do I need to look beyond the budget class 4 SD cards? Simple answer, because it is worth it.
Prior to CES 2014 I was able to obtain a Leaf Pro 32GB UHS-1 (Ultra High Speed) micro SD card. It arrived in a nice little orange box and contained the card and a full size SD card adaptor. It is just an SD card so packaging isn’t really all that important to me personally, but the very clear “up to 45MB/s” right on the front is an eye catcher. That little extra is what really seems to set the card apart from the likes of the more popular SanDisk Ultra that makes its way around Amazon.
The specific card details are as follow:
- 16, 32, 64 GB models
- Operating Temps: -25 C to +85 C
- Up to 45 MB/s
- 5-year limited warranty
- Water and Shock Proof
- Optimized for HD videos and Photos
Leef Pro cards use an increased clock speed of 100MHz, four times faster than standard cards. This allows the cards to operate at up to 45MB per second in 4-bit transfer mode, which is found on many new devices.
Where will an average consumer see the benefits of the card? Easy. If you have one of the higher end Android devices with HD video capabilities and high resolution camera, like the Xperia Z, then the speed difference is pretty apparent when you open your gallery. If you take a lot of videos and photos with such a device and have them set to an SD card that is more standard, then you probably experience some slow loading and lag in thumbnails loading. With the Leef Pro, the gallery and thumbs loaded nearly instantly and just as fast as I could scroll I had images in the windows.
I have also noticed a dramatic improvement in transfer time when copying things to and from my device. While I did shoot quite a bit of video on my phone using the card, I am not expert at noticing where the benefits are at with it. When opening the video to play back though, it starts quicker than I remember. For those that move appstoSD, you will also see much better performance for those apps.
I do have a SanDisk U1 32GB card as well, and bouncing back to that for things really did show the superiority of the Leef Pro card. The gallery still loaded fairly quickly, and much quicker than with a regular class 4, but just wasn’t as seamless as with the Leef Pro. Being that the card can be used in any device that supports a Micro SD, or easily adapted to a full size SD card, having a Leef Pro available for various device use is a good idea. It will cost you a little bit more than a similar size and similar rated card, but the higher clock speed and the higher max transfer speed is worth it. Of course you will varying degrees of speed depending on you are placing the card in and exactly what the PC, camera or phone supports. It performed well in my Xperia Z and plan to keep it there and use the SanDisk else where personally.
So, what ARE you looking at in terms of price. Well, a 16GB Leef Pro will set you back $24.99, 32GB is $44.99 and a 64GB is $84.99.
On a side note, Leef also announced the new Leef Bridge 3.0 Mobile USB at CES. It is a device that bridges the gap between PC and Mobile transferable/portable storage. It is similar to the Imation 2-in-1 I showed you guys earlier. The Leef Bridge 30 is exclusively available at Radio Shack. Go take a look at some of the other products Leef has to offer. Or go ahead and order the Leef Pro through Amazon if you fancy.
Engadget HD Podcast 381 – 1.16.14
As the dust settles on the Las Vegas Convention Center, Richard and Ben regroup to take a brief look at the highlights from CES, but for the most part, there’s still fresh HD news to discuss. There’s been a storm brewing over at DirectTV and if you’re a subscriber, you’ll have to hear about it on a brand new channel, assuming you get your weather updates on TV. Netflix’s Lilyhammer nabs a third season and Ben has finally come around to John Fusco’s latest creation — let’s just hope it has more staying power than Young Guns II. We’ve got a great episode here, so find some time and dig into another informative episode of the Engadget HD Podcast.
Hosts: Richard Lawler, Ben Drawbaugh
Producer: Jon Turi
Hear the podcast:
01:24 – Aereo vs. TV networks case will be heard by the Supreme Court
05:28 – Appeals court strikes down key parts of the FCC’s net neutrality rules
09:47 – Charter makes a $61 billion bid for Time Warner Cable, could be the first of many
15:05 – CES 2014: HDTV & home theater roundup
22:46 – Samsung: cheap OLED TVs won’t be ready for three to four years
24:11 – iOS gets a Google Play Movies & TV streaming app, but it only works over WiFi
27:18 – Sky’s AdSmart brings targeted advertising to your TV
30:30 – BBC rolls out enhanced ‘Red Button’ features to major Smart TVs
33:01 – DirecTV drops The Weather Channel, accuses it of loading up on reality TV
38:17 – Michael Bay’s ‘Black Sails’ hits iTunes, Amazon and YouTube a week before TV premiere
39:55 – Neil deGrasse Tyson’s ‘Cosmos’ reboot hits FOX on March 9th
42:20 – Netflix plans season 3 of Lilyhammer, new show based on Marco Polo
47:20 – Must See HDTV for the week of January 13th: Archer, Sherlock and The Square
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Gran Turismo documentary ‘Kaz’ premieres on Hulu January 22nd
If you were wondering exactly when and where you’d be able to watch the Gran Turismo documentary, we have the answer. On January 22nd, Kaz: Pushing the Virtual Divide will make its way into your home via Hulu streaming. PlayStation is hosting a round-table discussion with the filmmakers and Kazunori Yamauchi himself via its Twitch.tv channel that day, too. Need an incentive to tune in? Well, during the broadcast, you’ll have a chance at winning $1,000,000 — in Gran Turismo 6 bucks, of course. Now if you’ll excuse us, we need some time to ponder why Sony didn’t debut the film on its own streaming video service.
Filed under: Gaming, Home Entertainment, HD, Sony
Source: PS Blog
One Day All Wheels Will Be Square [Infographic]
For far too long we have had to deal with the tyranny of the circle.To me, it has always been the smuggest of shapes. Once a circle, or to a lesser extent it’s evil cousin the wheel, is brought into play, it can only mean one thing: doing something. Curves are an indicator of action and action means I will have to leave my large, padded, reclining chair and move in some way. And as we all know, nothing good can come of that.Thankfully other lazy people like myself have also decided that curves, circles and wheels are pushy good-for-nothings who probably talk smack about you behind your back and need to be eradicated. They have tried to seek out an alternative and have turned to the safe, reliable square for inspiration. Ah, the square. There’s a shape that will never let you down. Just think of all the wonderful things that are square shaped: crisp sandwiches, potato waffles, oven chips.As this erstwhile Infographic explains, the boffins are winning their war on the stupid, old-fashioned round wheel and are bringing in a bright new future with thrilling cubist designs – finally the domination of the circle could be coming to an end. And just think what could come next – square flowers, a hexagon sun, a triangular tambourine. The options are limitless.And if you’d like to join this new non-circular revolution, just swipe the code to this Infographic and spread the propaganda at any venue where you feel the wheel is getting the upper hand. And remember that squares are the shape of things to come.All blogged out? Go check out our super-duper four wheel experience days!
via One Day All Wheels Will Be Square [Infographic] | Wish.co.uk Blog.
LG G3 may debut in May
LG’s big flagship smartphone may arrive much earlier than originally expected, if the latest rumors prove accurate. According to a report out of Korea’s asiae.co.kr, the G3 will be released in May some months sooner than anticipated. Details in the handset are almost non-existent but it’s said to include a QHD display (1440 x 2560) display.
As for the presumed launch of the LG G Pro 2, that one should debut at Mobile World Congress in February.
With HTC rumored to introduce the HTC One in late March and Samsung following close after with the Galaxy S5, LG would be wise to step on the gas. And, all things considered, we should be treated to plenty of rumors and leaks in the coming weeks.
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Sprint getting help from banks in potential T-Mobile bid – WSJ
Sprint has been working with at least two banks to help gather the necessary funds for a T-Mobile takeover, says the Wall Street Journal. The news outlet reports that sale price could fetch as high as $50 billion, if it ever goes through. T-Mobile is currently valued around $26 billion and will likely climb with continued success and progression of the buyout. Sprint will need to come to the table with a big bag of money should they hope to acquire T-Mobile. But, even if the two come to terms, the deal will have to gain regulatory approval from government agencies. AT&T’s deal with T-Mobile was shot down a few years back when the $39B proposal lined up for the regulators.
WSJ (subscription) via AndroidCentral
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Moto Maker adds Walnut, Teak and Ebony finishes; premium price changed to $25
Motorola on Friday announced that Walnut, Teak and Ebony finishes will soon be available for customers looking to create a Moto X. Set to arrive on January 21, the three colors join Bamboo as completely unique back panels (no two are alike).
In addition to the new finish options, Motorola has slashed the price for the wood backs. The bamboo price has been halved to only $25 effective immediately; the others will get this price when they start on the 21st.
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Google working on smart contact lens to aide diabetics
At Google X, the Internet giant’s secret facility, Googlers are working on projects out of the norm, like Google Glass, to make the world a better place.
Today Google introduced one of its projects that aims to help people with diabetes, smart contact lenses.
Before you start imagining tiny devices able to place notifications literally in your eye or to be able to watch YouTube videos, these are strictly to help manage diabetes, which Google says is “affecting one in 19 people on the planet.”
You may have heard about diabetes, but if you’re not completely sure what it is, someone that has diabetes is not able to keep their blood sugar levels under control.
Since diabetics usually need to usually wear some sort of sensor or need to prick their finger and test drops of blood throughout the day to manage their glucose levels, Google X set out to make it less painful though computer ”chips and sensors so small they look like bits of glitter, and an antenna thinner than a human hair”.
What the smart contact lenses will do is check the glucose in tears thanks to a tiny wireless chip and miniaturized glucose sensor that are embedded between two layers of soft contact lens material.
The prototypes are able to generate one reading per second and Google may eventually integrate tiny LEDs into the lenses as an indicator for dramatic changes in glucose levels.
Google X’s smart lenses are still in the very early stages, but there have ready been multiple clinical research studies and discussions with the FDA. Google is also currently looking for partners to help develop apps to make the measurements available to the wearer and their doctor. So depending on how long these take to come to market. you may be able to get this information on your smartphone, smartwatch, Google, Glass, smart glasses, etc.?
With projects like this, it seems anything is possible thanks to tech. So, what are your thoughts on the smart contact lenses? Do you think they will catch on or are they too strange?
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Google’s Chrome remote desktop app will come to iOS as well as Android
The desktop versions of Chrome make it easy to access remote PCs (and Chromebooks) linked together by your Google account, but this feature hasn’t yet made the trek across to Chrome’s mobile manifestations. We know that an official Android “Chromoting” app (an early build of which is shown in the screenshot above) has been in the works for a while, and now there’s evidence it’ll come to iOS too. Radio chatter between Chromium developers reveals that the iOS version is still at an “unpolished” design stage, but it also suggests that a good few devs have it on their to-do lists — and although we have very little detail about how the final Chromoting app will work, these folks must believe that it’ll do something different (or better, or easier) than the hoards of existing alternatives.
[Image courtesy of Chrome Story]
Filed under: Internet, Software, Mobile, Google
Via: 9to5mac
Source: Chromium
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