The Evolution of Smartphone Photography

Smartphone photography has reached a point where the photos taken on different phones can appear very similar. Companies like Apple and Google have honed in on a consistent style that most people find visually appealing. The focus is on dynamic range, capturing details in both shadows and highlights, and achieving proper exposure and white balance. The goal is to create photos that are vibrant, well-exposed, and have a pleasing color palette. The differences in style and approach between different phone brands have become less pronounced, as they converge towards a shared aesthetic that appeals to the majority of users.