AI software clones are coming for big-name companies like Adobe
Vibe-coded clones of Adobe software are shaking things up.
Artcraft, a software developer, has sparked controversy by creating open-source clones of Adobe's Creative Cloud apps, including Photoshop and Lightroom. Motivated by frustration with Adobe's subscription model, the team used AI to reverse-engineer the apps and create free, open-source alternatives. While these clones offer similar functionality, many users face critical bugs and cannot open native Photoshop files.
The trend of reverse-engineering and creating clones using AI has gained traction, with tools like REA (Reverse Engineer Anything) making the process more accessible. However, concerns about maintainability and violations of trademarks and patents remain. Despite the challenges, this development has forced companies like Adobe to reconsider their business models.
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