The microstock photography company is moving to the desktop with the launch of Fotolia Desktop. The application is based on Adobe AIR and has Adobe stock images built-in. This is an innovative new feature for people who want to buy pictures but don't have the time to download them or store them. The desktop application also works on Mac, Windows, and Linux. There are over two million registered members. You can find a lot of high-quality images on Fotolia.
The desktop application works on both Mac OSX and Windows, and offers access to the site's nine-million-photo gallery. It also features a drag-and-drop interface, bulk image download capabilities, and unlimited galleries. The user interface is similar to an iTunes-like interface, so it will be immediately familiar to everyday Fotolia users. You'll be able to search through the images in the photo library in seconds with this convenient tool.
One disadvantage of the app is that you can't sell your own pictures using it, but you can still browse the photos on the desktop and buy them as they are. Nevertheless, if you need fresh images often, you'll love Fotolia Desktop's easy-to-use interface and affordable prices. And because it's based on AIR, it's fast and convenient. And it's also free!