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Technology & ScienceSaturday 29 August 2026

Your phone's camera just got a whole lot smarter in the dark. Researchers have developed a two-stage AI system that can finally crack one of mobile photography's toughest problems: capturing clear, detailed images when the lighting is poor.

The innovation uses artificial intelligence in two coordinated steps to enhance ultra-high-definition low-light photos while preserving the fine textures, edges, and scene details that typically get lost or distorted in dim conditions. This means night shots, indoor photos, and candlelit moments could soon look as crisp and natural as daytime pictures. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Better low-light photography could be coming to your pocket soon, making those tricky indoor and evening shots finally live up to what your eyes actually see.

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