Photoshop Express beta

Adobe has announced that a beta version of Photoshop Express will be available by the end of the year, with a full version to follow sometime in 2008. Express is an online edition of the company's photo editing software, entirely controlled via web browsers. Somewhat like Photoshop Elements though, the program is not aimed at professional work, but rather at handling basic changes such as cropping, color balance and red-eye removal. Users can also perform minor retouching functions.

Initially at least, Express is intended for license by photo-related related websites, such as Photobucket and Shutterfly. For Adobe though the program represents the first step in its new publishing strategy, which will see a number of programs adapted for online use. Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen has said he expects online distribution to be standard within 10 years.

by MacNN Staff