What’s happened? Adobe’s experimental camera app, Project Indigo, known for its advanced computational photography tools, has now received support for the iPhone 17-series. But there’s a catch. You can’t use the selfie camera yet.
- According to TheVerge, rear camera support is now live, bringing the app’s advanced imaging features to Apple’s latest devices.
- Front camera compatibility remains disabled, as Adobe works to resolve issues with the iPhone 17’s new square-format selfie sensor.
- Adobe says that full front-camera support will be enabled in the upcoming iOS update 26.1, which will fix the integration issues.
This is important because: Project Indigo is a camera app for iPhone that offers customized computational photography capabilities, a natural look in images, and full manual controls. It is free on the App Store and was launched in June 2025.
- Project Indigo uses computational photography and multi-frame super-resolution, capturing up to 32 frames per shot for sharper detail and lower noise.
- It offers full control over ISO, shutter speed, focus, and white balance, like a DSLR.
- Shoots in both RAW (DNG) and JPEG, allowing users to fine-tune images in post-production.
While Adobe is pushing professional-grade camera tools through apps like Indigo, Apple is reportedly planning its own DSLR-level camera leap for the iPhone 18 Pro.
Why should I care? If you are an iPhone 17 owner who’s also into mobile photography, Project Indigo can transform your phone into a mini creative studio.
- With Indigo now supporting your iPhone 17’s rear camera, you can access pro-level controls and better dynamic range instead of relying solely on the native camera app.
- Expect sharper, more dynamic images with natural tones and reduced noise, even in low light.
- Front camera features are on the way, making this a temporary limitation rather than a dealbreaker.
