A “Gentleman Coder” who is the former director of the Apple photo apps teams has launched an IOS app for the photographer who prefers to shoot RAW images.
RAW Power for iOS hit the App Store this week from software company Gentlemen Coders LLC, which was founded by Nik Bhatt. His 14-year stint in Cupertino included being Senior Director of Engineering for the Aperture and iPhoto teams and later the Chief Technical Officer of the Photo Apps group.
RAW Power for iOS is a free download with some one-time in-app purchases for more advanced editing tools.
A RAW image is an unprocessed photograph containing raw data recorded by a digital camera’s sensor. A RAW image provides a photographer greater latitude in adjusting exposure, white balance, and color. JPEGS are compressed files and any adjustments made can affect the quality of the image.
It started with iOS 10
Apple gave iPhone shooters more power when it supported RAW shooting when it released iOS 10. Developers since have been tapping into the iOS RAW capability to create apps that give photographers more control over their images.
Photo: Gentlemen Coders
RAW Power gives photographers many of the tools found only on desktop imaging software. The app works on iPhone or iPad.
The app includes eight slider tools for photographers to process a RAW image and also accommodates hundreds of other RAW camera formats, allowing a shooter to edit on an iPad. There is an advanced adjustment pack for $9.99.
RAW Power also integrates with your device’s Photo Library and iCloud.
“Using our deep experience with Apple’s RAW Engine, we have created a powerful, easy-to-use app that seamlessly integrates with the built-in Photo apps on iOS and Mac,” Bhatt said in a written statement.
Gentlemen Coders’ first product was RAW Power for Macs and launched last year. It is available in the App Store for $14.99.
Source: PetaPixel
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9 responses to “Former Apple photo guru releases powerful iPhone camera app”
Why such a 1950’s company name “Gentlemen Coders LLC”. Women are not welcome in this company?
I agree with Sam, they should seriously consider changing the company name.
Do no women work for “Men’s Fitness”? I’m sure there’s 100 others out there. Get over the victim stuff already. What if it’s two guys making an app? Do they need to include women that don’t exist? Stop.
Some people are always looking for ways to be offended or a victim. What about BET? Black entertainment television? Are white people not welcome? Oh, wait, white people are not welcome. Where are Tkhines and Sam on this one?
Svender, Are you a women who has been objectified and given second citizenship status? Why don’t you list something tough you are facing so we can disavow your concern by saying “get over it.” Where is your compassion?
Hey “Adam”, are YOU a woman?
I am married to a WOMAN who was objectified, raped, and assaulted in the work place. I have daughters who are professionals, both whom have had bad experiences at school and work. I don’t need a guy like you or a victim female telling us that every inch of earth needs to include them.
The last thing this guy and his company need to do is change the name to appease you or her or anyone else.
I have a truckload of compassion. I just don’t dole it out to every person who feels the need to cry over something that has nothing to do with THEM.
Peace.
Peace to you to bro. Sorry to hear about your wife. Be well.
As well to you. I am sorry, but I don’t like being on the end of someone’s assumption about me because I simply do not agree with you.
Am I missing something? A raw photo editor that lacks the ability to take raw photos.