Adobe launches beta version of its Photoshop app on Android | TechCrunch
Jun 03, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Adobe has released the beta version of its Photoshop app for Android, four months after launching the iPhone version. The app offers a range of editing tools similar to the desktop version, optimized for mobile screens. During the beta period, users can access features for free, including image blending, AI tools like "Generative Fill," and a library of free Adobe Stock assets. The app also includes tools like "Spot Healing Brush," "Remove," "Clone Stamp," "Object Select," and "Magic Wand" for precise editing. The Android app is available for devices running Android 11 or later, with a recommendation of 8GB RAM for optimal performance.
Adobe aims to attract new users, particularly younger ones, by making Photoshop accessible on mobile devices. The iPhone app launched with both free and paid features and integrates with Photoshop on the web for a fee, a capability not yet available on Android. Adobe plans to add more features to the Android app in the future. The move to mobile is part of Adobe's strategy to make Photoshop more accessible to users who prefer working on their phones.
Key takeaways:
Adobe has released the beta version of its Photoshop app for Android, four months after launching the iPhone version.
The app offers similar editing tools as the desktop version, optimized for mobile screens, and is free during the beta period.
Photoshop on Android requires devices running Android 11 or later with a minimum of 6GB of RAM, though 8GB is recommended for optimal performance.
Adobe aims to attract new users, especially younger ones, by making Photoshop more accessible on mobile devices.
