Sebastiaan de With, Halide Co-Founder, Joins Apple’s Human Interface Design Team
Sebastiaan de With, renowned for co-founding the acclaimed iPhone camera application Halide, has recently become a member of Apple’s Human Interface Design team. This transition integrates a distinguished independent designer into Apple’s central product design division.
De With shared his enthusiasm about this new role on Threads, stating:
> Some big personal news: I’ve joined the Design Team at Apple. So excited to work with the very best team in the world on my favorite products.
This appointment marks de With’s return to Apple, where he previously contributed to significant services such as iCloud, MobileMe, and the Find My app. Beyond Apple, his design expertise has benefited companies like Sony, Mozilla, Oracle, HP, and EA, establishing a broad and respected presence in the design community.
De With’s reputation in both Apple and photography circles is largely attributed to his work on Halide. The app is celebrated for its intuitive interface, meticulous controls, and a strong emphasis on photography fundamentals. His design philosophy, characterized by clarity, restraint, and a focus on user intent, aligns closely with Apple’s own design principles.
Halide Mark III Enters Public Preview
Coinciding with de With’s announcement, Lux, the company behind Halide, unveiled a public preview of Halide Mark III. This update signifies a significant advancement for the camera app, indicating the team’s commitment to innovation even as one of its founders embarks on a new journey with Apple.
These developments underscore a unique convergence between independent app design and Apple’s internal design culture, fostering a closer collaboration than typically observed.
