Mobile Photography Week is here, and we’ll teach you how to better use your smartphone’s camera
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Welcome to Mobile Photography Week 2022 at Android Police. Throughout this week, we’ll be bringing you various articles about the state of mobile photography in 2022, including how-to guides, explainers, deep dives, and more into where smartphone cameras are right now and where they’re heading. Photography has come a long way since the introduction of Android, and it remains one of the key battlegrounds for the world’s biggest phone manufacturers.
Every smartphone company wants to improve its camera capabilities to ensure it’s the smartphone of choice for your next purchase. Each has a different tactic to make its way into your photography arsenal. Motorola has just introduced the world’s first 200MP camera, Samsung makes a big fuss about its Galaxy S22 Ultra’s telephoto capabilities, and Sony focuses on its video filming skills. Then there’s Google trying to improve its Pixel photography experience bit by bit, including new features such as Real Tone, designed to improve portraits for every skin color.
You’re reading our hub of everything we’re writing for Mobile Photography Week 2022, and below you’ll find all the articles we’ve published so far. We’ve got lots planned whether you have a passing interest in smartphone photography or whether it’s your number one passion. We should have something for everyone, so keep checking back through until August 28.
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Gaming phones as cameras, astrophotography, and foldables for photo accessibility
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Can gaming phones compete as a photographer’s delight?
Does a gaming phone have the capability to compete with the top-end camera phones right now? We look at some of the top picks on the market right now if you’re into mobile gaming, and we see what their cameras are truly capable of.
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How to get the best astrophotography results with the Google Pixel
A little bit of preparation will go a long way in getting better results from Google’s incredible astrophotography mode. If you fully know the tools you’ve got on your Pixel phone, you’ll be able to make even better photographs from those times you’re looking up at the night’s sky.
How to get the best astrophotography results with the Google Pixel
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, photo collages, and the features of Google’s camera app
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How to make photo collages on Android
Ever wanted to make a photo collage directly on your phone? There are a few different ways to do it, and here we’ll talk you through the exact apps you want to download and how you can make them work to create a collage for your social media or even one you can print out for your home.
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What features are in Google’s camera app and how do you use them?
Google’s camera app is one of the most used photography tools worldwide, so what does it offer that other services don’t? Here we dive into the benefits of using the original Google camera app, looking at all its key features you need to know about.
What features are in Google’s camera app and how do you use them?
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OIS vs. EIS, photo editing tips, and the best AR apps for photography
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Everything you need to know about OIS vs. EIS on your smartphone’s camera module
Image stabilization is a massive part of what makes for strong mobile photography, but what is the actual difference between the two types? We hear the terms optical image stabilization and electronic image stabilization a lot, but here we talk you through the exact meaning of both.
Everything you need to know about OIS vs. EIS on your smartphone’s camera module
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4 essential smartphone photo editing tips for beginners
Just starting out with editing photos? We want to give you some pointers on how you can move to the next level, and these are our four best beginner tips. These won’t be for you if you’re a seasoned photographer, but if you’re starting your journey, you may find some of these helpful.
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The best Google Photos editing tips and tricks
If you rely on Google Photos to back up your images, why not just use it to get the most out of your images? Here’s how you can do just that.
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8 best AR games and apps on Android for spicing up your photos
It’s known that every photo is improved if it has a dinosaur in it. Luckily, augmented reality has made that a reality where you can take a family photograph and have a T-Rex appear in the background. We’re talking you through all the best AR apps and games you can use to add some spice to your smartphone photos.
8 best AR games and apps on Android for spicing up your photos
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How cameras work, food photography, and making the most of RAW
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How do smartphone cameras work?
When you pull your phone from your pocket to take a photo, a lot is happening inside your smartphone that you probably don’t even think about. If you want to know how your phone’s camera truly works, here’s our beginner’s guide to the technology, from the mechanics inside to the software you see on your phone’s screen.
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How to improve your food photos for internet clout
If you don’t take a picture of your fancy meal, did you ever even eat it? Sit down with our writer Connor over a bowl of ramen noodles as he talks you through how you can improve the shots of your favorite dishes giving you more time to sit down and properly savor your next meal.
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When and how to shoot in RAW on your phone
RAW is the image file format that professionals love to use on their DSLRs for its extreme flexibility and retained details. You can also use this format on your phone, too. There are some things to note, though, and it might not always be the best idea. Here’s all you need to know.
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Keep things real with physical photos
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Creating photo books with Google Photos: 6 tips to make your albums shine
Sometimes, the most magical way to look at your best photos and memories is still the physical photo book. It might even be the best present you could make for friends and family. Here is a collection of the best tips to make your greatest and most memorable photos shine in your physical Google Photos album.
Creating photo books with Google Photos: 6 tips to make your albums shine
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How I embraced mobile photography through instant photos
Instant photographs from Kodak or Polaroid cameras aren’t just an artifact of their time as the popularity of Instax shows. Turns out you can bring that experience right to the pictures you’ve taken on your phone!
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How I embraced mobile photography through instant photos
Instant photographs from Kodak or Polaroid cameras aren’t just an artifact of their time as the popularity of Instax shows. Turns out you can bring that experience right to the pictures you’ve taken on your phone!
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Accessories and other devices: Tablets, drones, lights, and more
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Your phone and tablet are now your best filmmaking and photography accessories
If you want to augment your portfolio by showcasing subjects in a different light or new perspective, you might want to consider some prosumer accessories that you can control right from your phone or tablet.
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