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Darkplug iPhone app controls darkroom enlargers via smart plugs for film photographers
Key points
- Darkplug app controls darkroom enlargers via Shelly smart plugs.
- Offers precise timing and guided workflows for film photographers.
- Features include F-Stop timing, test strips, and dodge/burn planning.
- Uses a red-on-black interface safe for darkroom use.
Darkroom Enlarger Control
Darkplug is an iPhone application designed for film photographers to control darkroom enlargers. It connects to specific Shelly smart plugs on the local network, allowing users to manage exposure times directly from their iPhone or iPad.
Features and Workflows
The app provides timing for straight prints and includes advanced workflows such as F-Stop step control, guided test strips, and a grid system for planning dodge and burn sequences. It also supports split-grade printing and guided paper developing timers, with some advanced features available through a one-time in-app purchase called Darkplug+.
Darkroom-Optimized Interface
Darkplug features a red-on-black interface specifically designed for darkroom use. This color scheme is tested to prevent fogging photographic paper, and the controls are simple and legible in low-light conditions, focusing on the task of printing.
Setup and Compatibility
To use Darkplug, users set up a compatible Shelly smart plug, connect their enlarger to it, and enter the plug's local IP address into the app. The iPhone/iPad and smart plug must share the same local network. The app is compatible with several Shelly Plus Plug and Shelly Plug models across different regions.
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Darkplug is a new iPhone application that allows film photographers to control darkroom enlargers using a compatible Shelly smart plug. The app provides precise timing and guided workflows for darkroom printing, including advanced features like F-Stop timing and dodge/burn planning.