luminar neo is a standalone photo editing software built for creatives who want both simplicity and power. packed with ai-enhanced tools, it helps streamline complex edits like background removal, relighting, and skin retouching no photoshop required. the interface is clean and beginner-friendly, but also deep enough for advanced users. whether you’re batch editing, using presets, or working with raw files like nikon’s new HE* format, it handles it smoothly. customer support is fast, helpful, and responsive even on weekends.