Halide Adds Camera Control Support And Lock Screen Feature

With the new Camera Control feature highlighted in the iPhone 16 series, developer Lux has revealed that the Halide app will support it.

This means users can configure the Camera Control button to launch Halide instead of the default camera application, with plans for even more features tied to this button coming shortly.

The latest release, Halide v2.16, introduces comprehensive Lock Screen integration. Users will have the option to open Halide directly from the Lock Screen, allowing for quick access to capture photos without needing to unlock their device.

Additionally, the update includes support for the Control Center, making it possible to add Halide there for easy access.

Moreover, the revamped app now supports Dark Mode and features the newly designed Tinted icons in iOS 18.

To explore these new features, you can download Halide from the App Store.

This update follows last month’s introduction of Process Zero – a feature that disables all post-processing effects.

Process Zero is a revolutionary mode in Halide that bypasses the conventional image processing of iPhones. It captures photos with enhanced detail and offers photographers more control over exposure and lighting. Unlike typical filters, this mode processes images at the raw sensor level.

Similar to shooting on film, Process Zero generates digital negatives, allowing for significant adjustments to exposure post-capture. Like film, it introduces a natural grain effect and is particularly effective in well-lit environments rather than low-light situations.