Adobe’s Photoshop Beta is finally here for Android—and it’s packing real power. Whether you are a creative pro or just love editing photos for fun, this release gives you some of the best tools from the desktop app... right in your pocket.
And yes, it’s totally free (for now).
Key Features in the Android Beta
This isn’t a gimmick. Adobe has included real, pro-level tools like:
- Core Tools: Layers, masks, selections, Spot Healing Brush, Clone Stamp, and adjustment layers
- AI-Powered Generative Fill: Replace or create content with a few simple prompts, powered by Adobe Firefly
- Mobile-First UX: Built for phones and small screens, not just shrunk from desktop
- Guided Tutorials: Great for newbies or pros shifting from desktop to mobile
- Free Access: Requires Android 11+ and 6GB+ RAM
What’s Still Missing?
It’s beta, so some rough edges are expected. But these are worth noting:
- Portrait-Only Mode: No landscape support—annoying on tablets
- Device Restrictions: Some high-end Androids (like the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra) aren’t compatible
- Missing Desktop Tools: No RAW editing, pen tool, smart objects, or full color grading yet
- Beta Duration? No Idea. Adobe hasn’t said how long this free phase will last
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Future Pricing: $7.99/month or $69.99/year, but Adobe hasn’t shared what stays free
🔥 Community Reactions
There’s real excitement—especially about the AI magic like Generative Fill. But some Android users are frustrated by:
Lack of feature parity with iOS
Portrait-only mode on tablets
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No clear roadmap from Adobe
Final Thoughts
This Android beta is a big move—finally bringing Photoshop to mobile-first creators with serious editing power. It’s not perfect, but it’s promising.
If you’re into photo editing on Android, give it a shot. But keep your expectations grounded—it’s still a beta, and clearly a work in progress.
Want the full scoop? Check out the full article → Photoshop Beta on Android
What do you think—does it deliver, or are the missing features a dealbreaker?
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