A huge photo collection is the best lock-in for an OS. So to have a top-notch app here is a smart move from Apple.
On the other hand, pretty much anyone who once used Aperture has moved to Lightroom after feeling the effects of Apple's enthusiasm followed by Apple's indifference. Presumably whoever is making an iPhoto (or whatever) equivalent on Windows will write an import feature that imports whatever format or formats Apple uses.
I want to be enthusiastic, but I've seen one too many Apple initiatives dropped to get real excited. I've also seen iPhoto libraries corrupted and heard the screams when it happens.
On the other hand, pretty much anyone who once used Aperture has moved to Lightroom after feeling the effects of Apple's enthusiasm followed by Apple's indifference. Presumably whoever is making an iPhoto (or whatever) equivalent on Windows will write an import feature that imports whatever format or formats Apple uses.
I want to be enthusiastic, but I've seen one too many Apple initiatives dropped to get real excited. I've also seen iPhoto libraries corrupted and heard the screams when it happens.