The wait is over. Lightroom 2 is out of beta. This release brings loads of new features, including 64-bit support, localized corrections, and dual monitor support. There are even some features that are new since the public beta, including gradient adjustments and camera profiles.

Here are some of the first links with lots of information about the Lightroom 2.0 release to whet your appetite:

• Tom Hogarty's announcement on the Lightroom Journal
• Jack Nack's announcement
• A list of what's new since the public beta at Lightroom News
• Computer Darkroom's Lightroom 2.0 Feature Review
• Scott Kelby compares his 2.0 wish list with what actually shipped

I'm sure there will be lots to talk about over the weeks and months ahead with Lightroom 2.0. It's a big release with lots of features and it's certainly a worthy upgrade. Oh, and if you find more interesting links out there about this release, please leave a comment with them!