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The next frontier in photography is here: cameras equipped with integrated artificial intelligence for real-time image processing. These “smart cameras” promise to transform how we capture and edit photos, moving AI capabilities directly to the device. Caira, a mirrorless camera attachment for iPhones powered by Google’s Nano Banana AI model, exemplifies this trend, enabling immediate image modifications. This shift signifies a fundamental change, embedding sophisticated AI directly into the image capture pipeline, allowing for on-the-fly enhancements and analysis. The discussion originated on Reddit: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1o2x3ek/ai_cameras_race_for_a_realtime_edge/.