Overview

Snapseed, Google’s popular free photo editing app, has just received a major update on iOS, introducing a brand-new built-in camera.

Snapseed’s new camera includes pro controls, preset film effects, and a range of
color themes for the UI. | Screenshots: Snapseed

This marks the first time Snapseed users can capture and edit photos directly within the same app, streamlining the creative workflow.

The new camera feature offers manual exposure controls, focus options, and support for both RAW and JPEG capture. It’s designed to give photographers more control over their shots before moving straight into Snapseed’s powerful editing tools. Users can now bypass the iOS Photos app entirely and start making adjustments, from basics like tuning and cropping to advanced filters and selective edits, right after shooting.

For mobile photographers, this update brings Snapseed closer to being a complete, self-contained photography solution. Whether capturing spontaneous moments or crafting detailed compositions, it’s now easier than ever to go from capture to final edit in one intuitive app.

Key New Features

• New in-app camera icon in the top-right of Snapseed on iOS, so you can shoot and edit without leaving the app.
• Optional Pro mode with manual ISO, shutter speed, and focus controls for more deliberate shooting.
• Real-time film-style looks that emulate classic Kodak, Fujifilm, Agfa, Polaroid, and other film stocks while you compose your shot.
• Ability to apply your own saved Looks and edit stacks at capture, then fine-tune or completely change them afterward since edits remain non-destructive.
• Multiple color themes (“skins”) for the camera interface, letting you customize the viewfinder appearance.
• Direct integration with iOS quick-launch options like Lock Screen widgets and Camera Control, so Snapseed can act like a default camera on compatible iPhones.
• Free update for existing Snapseed users on iPhone and iPad via the App Store.

On Friday, February 20, 2026, Adobe issued the following updates to these products covered under its Creative Cloud Photography Plan:

• Lightroom Classic version 15.2
  • Easily enhance Lightroom images in Firefly with prompt-based editing, or turn images into videos
  • You can now import, edit, and sync WebP files
  • Support for new cameras and lenses
• Lightroom on desktop (version 9.2) and Lightroom on mobile (version 11.2)
  • Generative Upscale, powered by Topaz Labs, helps you enhance image resolution and sharpness without losing details
  • Enhance Lightroom images in Firefly using prompt-based editing, or convert images into videos
  • You can now import, edit, and sync WebP files
  • Experience the redesigned Crop and Geometry tools for smoother scrolling and zooming
  • Support for new cameras and lenses
• Camera Raw version 18.2
  • Read WebP file format support
  • Support for new cameras and lenses

You can update your copies of these products by opening your Creative Cloud desktop and clicking the Update All link on the Updates tab. 

We want to inform club members about a free online training opportunity scheduled for February 2026 - the Photoshop Virtual Summit: Foundations.

If Photoshop has ever made you feel confused, frustrated, or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. The Photoshop Virtual Summit: Foundations is designed to remove the confusion and help you build confidence step by step.

By the end of the Photoshop Virtual Summit: Foundations, Photoshop will feel approachable, understandable, and usable - so you can focus on creating instead of second-guessing.

Everyone starts somewhere. This summit is designed specifically for beginners, guiding you step by step from confusion to confidence—without jargon or guesswork.

Photoshop Virtual Summit: Foundations (February 23 - 27, 2026)

• 16 of the world's top Photoshop educators teaching 45 Photoshop classes over 5 days
• Instructors include Aaron Nace, Anthony Morganti, Blake Rudis, Brendan Williams, Colin Smith, Daniel Gregory, Dave Cross, Deke McClelland, Glyn Dewis, Jan Kabili, Khara Plicanic, Kirk Nelson, Lisa Carney, Matt Kloskowski, Nigel French, and Tim Grey.
• Each carefully planned introductory-level class brings you expert-led sessions designed to simplify Photoshop, demystify tools, and help you build the confidence to create with ease.
• Following each class, you’ll be able to watch (and re-watch) for 48 hours at no charge
• After 48 hours, classes are available for VIP members as an optional purchase

VIEW THE CLASS SCHEDULE | GET YOUR FREE PASS | VIP PASS INFORMATION (EARLY BIRD PRICING NOW AVAILABLE) 

As we enter 2026, photographers should take a moment to update their copyright information in their editing program of choice. This simple yet crucial task ensures your intellectual property is protected across all your images.

Here are additional reasons why you should update your copyright information: 

• It gets embedded automatically
  Your copyright, name, and contact info are written into the image’s metadata (IPTC/EXIF) every time you export. If it’s outdated, every new file goes out wrong.
• Metadata travels with the image
  Even when images are resized, emailed, uploaded, or downloaded, metadata often stays intact. That’s one of the few reliable ways your authorship follows the photo.
• It supports licensing and recovery
  If an image is reused without permission, embedded copyright info helps track it back to you. Many licensing platforms and image search tools rely on this data.
• It protects against “I didn’t know” claims
  Accurate, current metadata weakens claims of innocent infringement, especially if the image ends up in commercial use.
• It keeps your workflow clean
  Updating once in the software avoids fixing hundreds of files later. Think of it as preventative maintenance.
• Some platforms read it directly
  Stock sites, DAM systems, and editorial workflows often pull creator and copyright fields automatically. Bad data there can cause rejection or misattribution.

In short: your editing tool is the source of truth for every file you export. Updating the copyright there ensures every image leaving your system in 2026 carries correct, consistent ownership information. 

For a detailed, step-by-step guide on updating your copyright information in the various Adobe Lightroom products, visit The Lightroom Queen's website. You'll find comprehensive instructions for each Lightroom version, ensuring you can protect your work effectively in 2026 and beyond.