In our initial tests, the Photoshop CS3 beta has proven to be very stable, while offering much improved performance on both Intel- and PowerPC-based machines. In addition to native compatibility with Intel-based Macs, the CS3 beta also packs a large selection of important new features, including interface changes, non-destructive filters, easier compositing, improvements to Camera Raw, and a completely redesigned version of Bridge, Adobe’s companion file browser.
But, with the CS3 release date still months away, andĪpple’s transition to the Intel processorĬomplete, the CS3 beta program provides a welcome solution for Mac users who have been hesitant to upgrade their Macs due to a lack of an Intel-native Photoshop. So it’s a bit of a departure from the software giant’s playbook toĪvailable for download. In ordinary times, Adobe products only see the light of day when they’re ready to land on retail shelves.
