Smartphone Shipments Have Collapsed in Largest-Ever Decline
Smartphone shipments dropped nearly 20% compared to the same time last year, according to International Data Corporation, making it the largest-ever quarterly decline.
Sony Will Supply Apple with ‘Advanced’ Image Sensor for the Next iPhone
Sony is set to provide Apple with a "state-of-the-art" image sensor for its next iPhone that will supposedly double the amount of light it can capture and give it the ability to clearly capture a face even with a strong backlight.
Apple’s iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus Bring Enhanced Cameras
Apple today announced iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, featuring two sizes -- 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches -- with an upgraded camera system.
The Winners of the 2022 iPhone Photography Awards
The winners of the 15th annual iPhone Photography Awards have been announced, headlined by the grand-prize-winning photo titled The Kid of Mosul that captures a moment of tenderness amid the rubble of war.
Apple Adding a Periscope Lens to Higher-End iPhone 15 Models: Report
According to a new report, Apple is ramping up its supply chain to introduce a periscope lens in the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max phones before expanding to wider integration across the entire iPhone 16 line.
Future iPhones May Be Able to Take Photos in the Rain and Underwater
A new Apple patent could mean that photographers are able to shoot pictures on their iPhones in the rain and even underwater.
iPhone 13 and 13 Mini Review: Mid-Range Prowess Continues
For Apple, the iPhone 13 and 13 mini are supposed to be the easiest foray into the best the company has to offer, and that means the results have to speak for themselves.
iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max Review: Improvements All Around
Apple is confident that the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max can capture images with the best the industry has to offer, and built a newer camera to prove it. The result is a device that marks huge improvements over the devices most will be upgrading from.
Apple to Allow Users to Manually Toggle iPhone 13 Macro Mode This Fall
Apple's new iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max smartphones have a new macro photo mode that allows them to get extremely close to subjects for unique angles. Unfortunately, the mode activates automatically and can't be turned off, but that will change.
Apple to Use iPhone Cameras to Detect Autism in Children: Report
According to a new report, Apple is currently researching ways to use the cameras on its iPhones to detect childhood autism as well as depression and cognitive decline in adults by analyzing behavioral cues.
Apple iPhone 13 Demo Provides More Info on What to Actually Expect
Apple has shared a detailed video that goes over all of the main features of the four new versions of the iPhone 13 announced earlier this week. It's not only helpful but also provides a closer look at some of the promised features.
As a Pro Photographer, Do I Want the iPhone 13?
I’m a pro photographer. Do I want the new iPhone 13 Pro? You better believe it. Based on what Apple presented, this is a big upgrade for us photographers.
Apple Unveils the iPhone 13 and 13 mini with Enhanced Camera Tech
Apple has announced the iPhone 13 and 13 mini, which keep the same general design but have some new changes under the hood.
Apple’s Periscope Lens Plans Stymied by Samsung Patent: Report
Apple is reportedly hoping to integrate a periscope camera lens system into its iPhones as soon as 2023, but a new report out of Korea alleges that the Silicon Valley giant may have run up against a problem: a Samsung patent.
How to Direct, Shoot, and Edit Powerful Portraits on iPhone
In its latest educational online class, Apple collaborated with photographer Mark Clennon to show how to direct, shoot, and edit powerful portraits using an iPhone.
Apple Has Designed a ‘Folded’ Camera With Optical Image Stabilization
Apple has been beaten to the periscope "folded" camera punch by pretty much every other smartphone manufacturer, but it continues to design and patent new takes on the now-commonplace tech. It was granted a patent for a new design that includes folded optics and "lens shifting" capabilities.
A Display ‘Window’ is Apple’s Unusual Solution to Hide its Selfie Camera
Apple has recently patented an unusual method for dealing with the much-maligned "notch" that contains its front-facing camera. Rather than use a system that places the camera under the display, Apple instead has designed a moving "window" that can open to reveal a camera behind it.
Apple’s Next iPhone To See Multiple New Camera Features: Report
A new report alleges that Apple's next iPhone, presumptively called the iPhone 13, will feature at least three major new camera and video recording features that the company hopes will entice buyers to upgrade to the latest model.
Apple May Be Testing Auto Lens Flare Removal for iPhone Photos
Apple appears to have added a feature in the latest iOS 15 operating system beta that will automatically remove the "green orb" lens flare that is common when a bright light appears in the frame, but only in certain circumstances.
Apple Teaches How to Best Capture Photos with the iPhone’s Night Mode
Apple has released a brief shoot-along online educational class where the company shows how to capture -- and edit -- unique and interesting photos using the iPhone's Night Mode.
Apple Granted ‘Periscope’ Compact Zoom Lens Patent
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted Apple a patent for a compact camera that uses a set of prisms to "fold" light and compress the amount of space needed for a telephoto lens. This type of lens is typically referred to as a "periscope" lens in smartphones.
Apple Touts its iPhone 12 Camera with Impressive ‘Full Bloom’ Video
Apple is continuing its "Experiments" videos series and has released the latest in the collection which was shot on iPhone 12 titled "Full Bloom," just in time to celebrate the spring season.
While ‘Periscope’ Tech is Still Years Away, Apple Is Innovating Elsewhere
MacRumors published a report earlier this week that stated a "periscope" lens system like those found in competitor Android-powered devices is still years away. While disappointing, Apple has still been busy, as the 2021 devices should still see a notable improvement.
These Incredible Glacier Photos Were Shot on an iPhone
Photographer Toby Harriman has published a stunning set of photos of the Matanuska Glacier in Alaska that he captured with his iPhone 12 Pro Max and Apple ProRAW and has provided a few opinions on the performance. In short: he was blown away.
Android Smartphones Can Now Use Profoto Pro Flashes
Profoto continues to push its support for smartphones with the launch of AirX Smart-TTL support in the Profoto Camera Android app. Available now in beta, the app allows you to use select Profoto lights in combination with your Android smartphone.
iPhone 12 Pro Max Reviews Show Conflicting Camera Results
We recently shared a review of the iPhone 12 Pro Max from Marques Brownlee who showed that in his testing, the larger sensor and stabilizer did not contribute to noticeably better images. However, the results from other reviews don't necessarily agree.
Marques Brownlee on iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera: ‘The Differences are Mostly Imperceptible’
Marques Brownlee, also known by his channel brand-name MKBHD, has released his review of the iPhone 12 Pro Max, and despite all of Apple's hype surrounding the new, larger sensor says that he believes it's not worth buying the Pro Max for the camera over the other iPhone 12 models.
Apple Reveals Its Design Philosophy Behind the iPhone Camera
Since the Pro Max marks the first time in a while that Apple changed the size of its camera sensor, PetaPixel spoke to two Apple executives who outlined the company's vision and design philosophy behind camera development.
Behind the Scenes of Apple’s “Dark Universe” Video Shot on iPhone 12 Pro
In a video commissioned by Apple, Donghoon and James of Incite Design show off some incredible visuals captured by the company's latest smartphone, the iPhone 12 Pro. The two show how they did it in this 5-minute behind-the-scenes explanation.
iPhone 12 Pro Max Gets Larger Sensor, IBIS, and Apple ProRAW
Apple has announced the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max smartphones that feature a three-camera lens array (wide-angle, ultra-wide angle, and telephoto), improved Night Mode, and can edit and capture in Dolby Vision. The Pro Max gets even greater capture support with a 47% larger sensor and IBIS.