iPhotron

iPhotron is a Windows-based photo manager designed to emulate the user experience of macOS Photos. It offers a folder-native approach, meaning every folder acts as an album, eliminating the need for traditional importing. The software uses lightweight JSON manifests and cache files to organize media, ensuring that all original files remain untouched while providing rich album functionality. It's built for users who want advanced photo management features on Windows, including support for HEIC/MOV Live Photos, a map view for GPS metadata, and GPU-accelerated browsing for a smooth experience. Key features include a comprehensive non-destructive photo editing suite with adjust and crop modes, storing all edits in `.ipo` sidecar files. It also boasts smart albums, an immersive detail view with a filmstrip navigator, and rich interactions like drag-and-drop. The core engine utilizes a global SQLite database for fast queries, incremental scanning, smart indexing, and reverse geocoding. iPhotron is ideal for Windows users with large photo libraries who desire a powerful, organized, and non-destructive photo management solution.