Magniscope

Magniscope


Easy to use Magnifying Glass


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5.2.9for iPhone, iPad and more
7.9
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Go Yoshida
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20.7 MB
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Jul 9, 2023
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About Magniscope

Get easy-to-use magnifying glass downloaded over 6.5M times across the brand. Equipped with eye-friendly live filters such as color adjustment and text sharpening.

Basic Functions:
- Magnifies up to 10x
- Autofocus specially tuned for reading
- Continuously adjusted exposure
- Video stabilization (Shake reduction)
- Pause and Save the screen
- Full Screen mode
- Dimmable torch light
- Magnifies the loaded photos

PRO Tools:
- Night Vision for use in dark places
- Switches to the front-facing camera (Mirror mode)
- Sharpens images to help reading
- Saturation, Brightness, Contrast adjustment
- Color Inversion
- Grayscale and Monochrome filters
- Red and Green balance adjustment

Others:
- Quick launch from Widget
- Changes magnifying glass size
- Suitable for AirPlay
- Compatible with VoiceOver

[Not Just a Magnifying Glass]
Magniscope features special live filters to make it easier to see the magnified image. You can turn on the sharpening filter to display text clearly. It is also possible to easily distinguish colors by using various color filters such as contrast adjustment, inversion, and monochrome.

All operations can be performed in real time with the "PRO Tools" at the top of the screen. While checking the actual image, find the setting that best suits your eyes.

[Usability is Important]
Magniscope supports your vision with its intuitive user interface. You can start using it without any complicated settings. Handy when reading hard-to-read things like books printed in small letters, menus in restaurants, labels on the medicine bottles, etc.

The magnification can be adjusted smoothly up to 10x. A circle is displayed in the center of the screen, and the magnified image is displayed inside it. The circle can be moved to any position or displayed in full screen.

This app is equipped with autofocus specially tuned for reading. It always works to focus on the center of the circle. The brightness of the image is also adjusted to the optimum state by automatic exposure. And video stabilization reduces the blur associated with the motion of the device.

[In Various Situations]
- In dark places, you can adjust the brightness of the torch light. If you don't want to turn on the light, try Night Vision.

- Paused screen is useful for displaying newspapers, maps, pamphlets, etc. When the entire area you want to see is displayed, tap the circle. You can then zoom in anywhere on the screen without moving the device.

- You can use this app with AirPlay on Apple TV to turn a big TV screen into a magnifying glass. In this case, it is good to set the interface orientation to landscape.

- When using with VoiceOver, you can move the circle by swiping with three fingers after selecting the circle.

[FAQ]
Why is it free?
- You can download this app for free because ads are displayed on part of the screen.
- Ads can be removed later by purchasing an add-on. Purchase is optional.

What models are supported?
- To use all the functions of this app, a model equipped with Apple A8 or later graphics hardware is required. (iPhone 6 or later, iPad Air 2 or later, and iPad mini 4 or later)
- If you are using a model without Focus Pixels, the focus may not be adjusted automatically. In this case, shake the device lightly to focus.
- Even if you're not sure if your device is compatible, you can try this app for free.


*disclaimer: This app is intended for use as a digital magnifying glass. We are not responsible for any claims, damages or other liability arising from the use of our products, especially those deviating from that purpose.
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What's New in the Latest Version 5.2.9

Last updated on Jul 9, 2023
Old Versions
This is an update to make it easier to use.

- The initial setup screen has been improved. Existing users can continue to use the app as before.

- Fixed some minor bugs depending on the model or OS version.

- Updated 3rd party libraries to latest versions for security.
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Version History
5.2.9
Jul 9, 2023
This is an update to make it easier to use.

- The initial setup screen has been improved. Existing users can continue to use the app as before.

- Fixed some minor bugs depending on the model or OS version.

- Updated 3rd party libraries to latest versions for security.
5.2.6
Apr 18, 2023
This is an update for security.

- Updated 3rd party libraries to latest versions.

- This update is available for iOS 12 and above.
5.2.5
Sep 9, 2021
This is an update to protect your privacy.

- In iOS 14, you can allow or disallow ads based on your interests. Even if you allow it, this app will only use anonymous data.
5.2.4
Nov 23, 2020
This is a maintenance release. Please continue to use this convenient magnifying glass.

- It's now easier to try ad-free screen.

- In rare cases, the camera image was not displayed. This has been fixed.
5.2
Nov 13, 2020
[New Features] Save, Mirror, and Full Screen. It is now a magnifying glass that can be used in more situations.

- Save as Photo
Saves the paused screen as a photo. You can choose to save the original image, which is suitable for loading later, or the magnified image.

- Night Vision
Increases the sensitivity of the camera to help you read in the dark. This is useful when you don't want to turn on the flashlight.

- Mirror
It is now possible to switch to the front-facing camera, and flip the image horizontally if needed. When used in combination with Night Vision, it becomes a hand mirror that can be used even in dark places.

- Full Screen
It can also be used as a simple full screen magnifying glass. You can switch to full screen even when using Night Vision or Mirror.
5.1.6
Oct 31, 2020
- Fixed the torch light not turning off when selecting a photo on iOS 14.
- Minor UI improvements.
5.1.5
Sep 24, 2020
- Fixed minor bugs.
5.1
Sep 20, 2020
- New Feature: Launch Menu
You can now choose how to open the app from the menu that appears when you press and hold the app icon on the home screen. (Only for models that support Haptic Touch.)

- Improved Privacy Protection
In iOS 14, the app now loads photos with a privacy-focused approach. Does not require full access to the photo library.

- Added screens that guide you through the steps to get started with the app.

- And fixed some minor bugs.
5.0.5
Jul 12, 2020
- Fixed minor bugs.
5.0
Jul 6, 2020
- More Performance: The magnifying glass screen has been optimized to work more smoothly. The power consumption has been reduced and the app size has become smaller.

- For Your Privacy: Images will be blurred on the app switcher screen.

- Dark mode is now supported. (iOS 13 or later)

- Repositioned the ads to allow a wider view of the image.

- Improved usability when VoiceOver is set to on.

We have made many other small improvements to make the app easier to use.
Please try this update!
4.2
Sep 26, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! This update improves compatibility with AirPlay.

[Update Details]

- Interface orientation can be set.

Landscape orientation is suitable for transferring the screen with Screen Mirroring function of iOS. So you can see magnified images on a big screen via AirPlay if you use Apple TV.

- Now there are two options to hide banner ads.

1. By watching a short video of commercial message, banner ads will not be displayed for a specific period of time. (Only when video can be delivered.)

2. By purchasing the Add-on, ads are completely removed.

- Fixed other trivial problems.
4.1
Aug 15, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! This update includes new performance options.

[Update Details]

- You can now choose one from the performance options below.

High Speed:
+ Maximum video frame rate.
+ Focus is continuously updated.

Save Battery:
+ Reduces the video frame rate for longer battery life.
+ Please shake the device to update the focus.

If you are using a model older than a few years ago, the performance may be improved with the "Save Battery" option.

- Fixed other trivial problems.
4.0
Jul 14, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! This is a major update including usability improvements.

[Update Details]

- The size of the magnifying glass circle can be selected from three levels. Please open the settings screen and choose your preferred size.

- You can now check the location of the area to be magnified. When you long-press the magnifying glass circle, the area to be magnified is displayed with a red circle. You can drag the red circle to move where to be magnified. This function is useful when displaying with a large magnification ratio.

- Added a tutorial. Explains what you can do with this app when you launch the app for the first time.

- And many improvements to make it easier to use.
3.3
Jun 24, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! This update includes VoiceOver support and performance improvement.

[Update Details]

- Improved accessibility. Now you can use the magnifying glass user interface even if VoiceOver is enabled.

When you set VoiceOver enabled:
+ After selecting the magnifier circle by tap, you can swipe 3 fingers to move the circle.
+ Toolbar on the bottom of the screen is always displayed.

- Improved image processing performance. The main screen now works more comfortably.

- Fixed other trivial problems.
3.2
May 31, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! In this update, we added real time color filters on the magnifying glass screen.

[Update Details]

- Added "PRO Toolbar" which enables more advanced settings such as color filters. It is available on models with Apple A8 or later graphics hardware (iPhone 6 or later, iPad Air 2 or later, iPad mini 4 or later).

With PRO toolbar you can:
+ Inverting the colors.
+ Adjusting saturation, lightness, and contrast.
+ Sharpening the image.
+ Displaying in grayscale.
+ Displaying in monochrome of arbitrary color.
+ Adjusting the balance between red and green.
+ It is possible to do the above even in the loaded photo.

- You can now set auto exposure to off.

- Fixed other trivial problems.
3.1
May 16, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope! This update improves app stability.

[Update Details]

- Introduced widget feature. The widget has a launcher button that allows you to launch the app quickly.Please add the widget by the following procedure.

1. Swipe right over the Home screen.
2. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Edit".
3. Add "Magniscope" and tap "Done".

- Internal tuning to improve app stability.

- Fixed other trivial problems.
3.0
Mar 27, 2018
Thank you for using Magniscope for a long time! Here is an update that improves basic performance of the magnifier by drawing out the capabilities of recent hardwares.

[Update Details]

- Supports iPhone X and iOS 11.

- Redesigned compact user interface.

- Improved autofocus. Keeps the focus on the center of the circle so that you can see clearly what you want to see.

- Resetting the focus by shake.

- Newly equipped video stabilization. It helps you see small things with high magnification.

- Adjustable torch light.

- Leave the device on the desk for a while, it will sleep according to system settings. If in use, the device will not sleep (even if you do not touch the screen).
2.0
Sep 17, 2016
[ New Features ]
- Supports iOS 10.
- It is now possible to magnify the view larger.
- Easier operation of the magnifying glass circle.
- You can now pick a photo from the Photo Albums.
- Improved the information screen.
- Displays the guidance message in case you have not allowed to access the Camera or Photos by the Privacy settings.
1.4
Feb 5, 2013
[ Fixes ]
- Fixed a case where the control panel display is shifted occasionally after removing ads.
1.3
Jan 28, 2013
[ Fixes ]
- Improved the operation on models that have no camera.
1.2
Jan 7, 2013
Performance tuning for slow devices.
1.1
Dec 15, 2012
[ New Features ]
- Improved user interface of the magnifier screen.
- Renewed the information screen.

[ Fixes ]
- Smaller app size.
- Fixed small bugs.
1.0
Nov 27, 2012

Magniscope FAQ

Click here to learn how to download Magniscope in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of Magniscope.
iPhone
Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 12.0 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
Magniscope supports English, Japanese
Magniscope contains in-app purchases. Please check the pricing plan as below:
Ad-free
$3.99

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