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Halide 3.0: Lux Optics gives iPhone Photographers a Sneak Peek
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Color Grades, HDR, and a Revamped Interface
The upcoming Halide Mark III promises exciting additions, starting with Color Grades. Inspired by Kino’s streamlined approach, users will be able to effortlessly apply pre-set aesthetic looks and color palettes from Lux’s own creations, renowned film stocks, and community-submitted recipes. Recognizing the growth of HDR capabilities in iOS 18, Halide Mark III will feature the developer’s own take on HDR photography, leveraging the new Adaptive HDR feature for wider viewing compatibility. While details about the redesigned interface remain scarce, Sandofsky hints that user experience will prioritize functionality. “If Halide’s version of Instant Grade goes as smoothly as we think it will, we’ll make grade-picking central to the UI, just like Kino,” he stated. Halide Mark III is anticipated to launch sometime in 2025.Existing Halide Mark II users can expect to receive the upgrade free of charge,while users of the original Halide app will have the option to purchase it.## Halide mark III: A Sneak Peek with Ben Sandofsky
**Archyde:** Ben, thanks for joining us today. Halide is revered in the photography community, and the anticipation for halide Mark III is palpable. Can you give us a glimpse into what users can expect?
**Ben Sandofsky:** We’re really excited about Halide Mark III.It’s built on everything we’ve learned from Halide Mark II and our work on Kino, and we’re focusing on three key areas: Color Grades, HDR Photography, and a revamped user interface.
**Archyde:** Let’s break those down. Color grading seems like a meaningful addition. How will this work in Halide Mark III?
**Ben Sandofsky:** We’ve taken inspiration from Kino’s streamlined approach. Users will be able to easily apply pre-set aesthetic looks, color palettes inspired by renowned film stocks, and even community-submitted recipes.
**Archyde:** That sounds incredibly powerful.And what about HDR?
**Ben Sandofsky:** With iOS 18’s advancements in Adaptive HDR, we wanted to offer our own take on HDR photography. We’re optimizing Halide Mark III to leverage this technology, ensuring wider viewing compatibility for stunning HDR results.
**Archyde:** The interface redesign is also intriguing.Can you give us a sneak peek into how you’re approaching this?
**ben Sandofsky:** We’re prioritizing user experience and functionality above all else. If our “Instant grade” feature in Halide Mark III works as smoothly as we anticipate, we envision grade-picking becoming central to the UI, similar to what we’ve done with Kino.
**Archyde:** This transparency in the advancement process is commendable. What has been the community’s response so far?
**Ben Sandofsky:** The feedback has been fantastic. We’re using our blog and Discord server to keep users informed and gather their input. It’s a collaborative effort,and we value the community’s insights.
**Archyde:**
Halide Mark III is slated for a 2025 release. How do you see it pushing the boundaries of mobile photography?
**Ben Sandofsky:**
We believe Halide Mark III will empower photographers of all levels to capture incredible images and express their creativity. our focus on advanced features combined with a user-friendly interface aims to make professional-grade tools accessible to everyone.
**Archyde:** looking towards the future, what excites you most about the evolution of mobile photography?
**Ben Sandofsky:** We’re seeing incredible advancements in computational photography, AI, and even sensor technology. The possibilities are truly exciting, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for mobile photographers.
Do you think mobile photography will eventually surpass traditional cameras in terms of quality and capabilities? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
## Halide mark III: A Sneak Peek with Ben Sandofsky
**Archyde:** Ben, thanks for joining us today.Halide is revered in teh photography community, and the anticipation for Halide Mark III is palpable. Can you give us a glimpse into what users can expect?
**Ben Sandofsky:** We’re really excited about Halide mark III. It’s a big leap forward, building on everything we’ve learned from Halide Mark II and Kino. We’re focusing on three key areas: Color Grades, HDR improvements, and a revamped interface.
**Archyde:** Color Grades seem like a significant addition. can you elaborate on that?
**Ben Sandofsky:** Absolutely.
We were inspired by the success of Kino’s instant Grade feature, which lets users apply cinematic looks effortlessly. Halide mark III will offer a similar experience, with a curated set of pre-set color grades.
think of them as aesthetic filters, but with much more depth. Users will be able to choose from Lux’s own creations, emulations of popular film stocks, and even community-submitted recipes. The idea is to give photographers a powerful yet intuitive way to achieve the desired look and feel for their images.
**Archyde:** That’s fantastic. And what about HDR?
**Ben Sandofsky:** With iOS 18 introducing Adaptive HDR, we’re taking our HDR capabilities to the next level. Halide Mark III will leverage this new feature for wider viewing compatibility and more realistic results.Expect to capture stunning HDR photos with details preserved in both highlights and shadows.
**Archyde:** What can you tell us about the redesigned interface?
**Ben Sandofsky:** While we’re stilling keeping the specifics under wraps, I can say it will be even more user-friendly and functional. If Halide’s version of instant Grade is as smooth as we anticipate, grade-picking will become central to the UI, just like in Kino. We want to make the editing process as intuitive and enjoyable as possible.
**Archyde:** Sounds promising! When can we expect to get our hands on Halide Mark III?
**Ben Sandofsky:** We’re aiming for a 2025 launch. Existing halide Mark II users will receive the upgrade for free,while users of the original Halide app will have the option to purchase it.
**Archyde:** Thank you for giving us this exciting sneak peek, Ben. We can’t wait to see halide Mark III in action!
