Aurora HDR
Aurora HDR is an HDR photo processing software for macOS that enables photographers to create high dynamic range images by combining multiple exposures or processing single shots to enhance detail in both highlights and shadows. It offers preset filters, tone mapping controls, and tools for local adjustments and colour grading. The app targets photography enthusiasts and professionals who want to create dramatic or naturally detailed landscape, portrait and travel photos. Aurora HDR was originally developed by Macphun (later rebranded as Skylum) and was available in several versions including Aurora HDR 2017, 2018, and 2019.
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1 suggestionAurora HDR has been discontinued by its developer, Skylum. Multiple versions including Aurora HDR 2019, 2018, and 2017 are flagged as end-of-life and no longer supported. While some older versions may still run under Rosetta 2, there is no active native Apple Silicon build being maintained by the vendor, and the app will stop launching entirely when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (late 2027). If you still rely on Aurora HDR's functionality, Skylum has consolidated its photography tools into Luminar Neo, which is actively developed and includes HDR processing capabilities. Luminar Neo runs natively on Apple Silicon and offers a modern interface with comparable features. Alternatively, consider Affinity Photo, which is a professionally-oriented photo editor with strong HDR and tone-mapping tools and full native Apple Silicon support, though it is a paid application.
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