Flickr has announced that visitors who browse the site using an iPad can now view photos using a lightbox-style viewer. On any photo page, simply tap the picture you'd like to view and the background will darken and the higher-resolution image will load in the foreground.
It's a subtle change, but one which definitely makes browsing Flickr on an iPad a more enjoyable (and efficient) experience.
We’re happy to announce some big improvements to the photo light box for iPad users! The light box is a handy, full browser photo viewer available from any photo page. From a photo page on Flickr, simply tap on a photo to view it larger (if available) and on a clean, dark background. Now you’ll be able to quickly swipe between photos, add to your favorites, and share with friends and family gathered around you. So grab your iPad and try looking at your favorite photos, your photostream, or the latest updates from your contacts in the new light box. Enjoy!
In case you missed it, our Windows 7 app is another great way to share your photos with a crowd.
Tags: apps, flickr, ios, ipad, lightbox, photo, photography, pics, pictures, slideshow, web
source: flickr
