The 2017 release was arguably the most transformative year in Lightroom's history. It marked the death of the perpetual license (you can no longer buy it outright; it's subscription-only now) and introduced a fork in the road for photographers: Speed vs. Portability.

The 2017 release was a pivotal turning point that defined the modern Lightroom experience, but as a tool for today, it has been left behind by time and camera technology.