The new Skylum Luminar Neo Fall 2025 update will launch in early November 2025 with some key additions: AI restoration tools, advanced lighting, intelligent assistant, cross-device ecosystem:
1. AI Photo Restoration (game-changer for old photos)
- One-click repairs: cracks, scratches, stains, fading, discoloration
- Preserves details and textures
- Smart modes: Full Restoration, Color Only, Scratches Only
- B&W support: revives monochrome with depth, neutralizes casts
- Workflow: ~30 seconds processing; auto-saves to “Restoration” folder in Catalog
2. Light Depth (evolution of Relight AI) – free for all users
- Virtual light sources: add, position, rotate in 3D space
- Precise controls: intensity, temperature, brightness, depth (near/far separation)
- Ideal for: backlit portraits, harsh shadows, creative effects
- Targets subjects without affecting backgrounds
3. AI Assistant (in-app editing coach)
- Real-time photo analysis: suggests exposure, color optimizations, creative edits
- Chatbot-style: answers questions, troubleshoots, speeds up batch editing
- Great for: beginners learning or pros accelerating workflows
4. Luminar Neo Ecosystem (cross-device freedom)
- Cross-Device Sync: Edit on Luminar Mobile (iOS/Android), continue seamlessly on Desktop
- Preserves adjustments, metadata, layers (Mobile → Desktop only)
- Spaces: Publish/share galleries online via link
- No website needed; curate collections, control privacy/downloads/metadata
- Unlimited storage
Access & Pricing (Black Friday deals live)
- Free: Light Depth + core enhancements
Premium unlocks (Restoration, AI Assistant, Ecosystem):
| License/Pass | Price (Discounted) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Ecosystem Pass | 50% off | Full ecosystem + Mobile lifetime + future updates |
| 2025/26 Upgrade Pass | 50% off | Restoration, AI Assistant + Spring 2026 update |
| Perpetual Licenses | Up to 77% off ($99–$159) | Cross-device/Max plans |
