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Lenovo Debuts It’s First Compact Camera
credits: Lenovo
Lenovo, the tech giant best known for its laptops and tablets, just announced their first compact camera: The Lenovo C55, and it’s about as budget-friendly as they come (around $69). The C55 isn’t trying to compete with your mirrorless camera or even your smartphone. Instead, it’s a, entry-level option that focuses on accessibility and ease of use. It’s built around a tiny Type 1/3 Sony sensor (supposedly 64 megapixels) paired with a fixed lens. Lenovo doesn’t get too specific about the sensor itself, and at this price point, it’s likely something older or possibly even a lower-res chip with upscaling. It can record 4K video and includes a few digital filters and effects you can cycle through using a top-mounted dial.
There’s a 2.8-inch fixed screen on the back, and no electronic viewfinder, which isn’t surprising for a camera under $70. But interestingly, Lenovo did include a small front-facing mirror to help frame shots if you’re filming yourself. The standout feature, though, is the built-in circular LED ring light around the lens. Lenovo claims it offers high-quality fill lighting, though they haven’t shared details on its brightness or settings.
As far as zoom goes, the camera relies entirely on digital zoom — up to 18x — which, realistically, is going to result in some pretty soft images. But again, the C55 isn’t about high-end image quality. It’s about having a simple, dedicated device for shooting without relying on a smartphone. For now, it looks like the camera is only launching in China, however an international launch may be in the cards soon, according to experts.
You can see full details on techblog’s website here
Adobe Photoshop Now Available on Android
credits: Adobe
Adobe just brought Photoshop to Android (finally!). The popular image editing app is now available as a public beta on the Google Play Store, just months after launching on iPhone. Built specifically for smartphones, this mobile version of Photoshop features a redesigned interface, but still includes many of the core tools photographers and designers rely on: layer support, masking, and even generative AI tools like Generative Fill powered by Adobe Firefly.
While it’s clearly aimed at casual and on-the-go creators, Adobe hasn’t stripped things down too much. The beta includes features like Tap Select, Spot Healing, Object Select, Magic Wand, and compatibility with Adobe Stock. Even advanced users will find a surprisingly deep toolkit here, all accessible from a phone. There’s also a growing library of tutorials and mobile-specific tips baked right into the app, meant to help both beginners and experienced Photoshop users navigate the new workflow.
During the beta period, everything is free to try, but Adobe plans to move to a paid model when the full version launches. Pricing will line up with existing mobile and web plans, starting at $7.99/month or $69.99/year. To use the app, you’ll need a phone running Android 11 or newer with at least 6GB of RAM, though Adobe recommends 8GB for smoother performance.
You can download Adobe’s free public beta on the Google Play Store here
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