5.2.9
2023-07-09
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
2023-04-18
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
2021-09-09
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
2020-11-23
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
2020-11-13
[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
2020-10-31
- Fixed the torch light not turning off when selecting a photo on iOS 14.
- Minor UI improvements.
5.1.5
2020-09-24
- Fixed minor bugs.
5.1
2020-09-20
- 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
2020-07-12
- Fixed minor bugs.
5.0
2020-07-06
- 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
2018-09-26
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
2018-08-15
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
2018-07-14
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
2018-06-24
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
2018-05-31
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
2018-05-16
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
2018-03-27
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
2016-09-17
[ 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
2013-02-05
[ Fixes ]
- Fixed a case where the control panel display is shifted occasionally after removing ads.
1.3
2013-01-28
[ Fixes ]
- Improved the operation on models that have no camera.
1.2
2013-01-07
Performance tuning for slow devices.
1.1
2012-12-15
[ New Features ]
- Improved user interface of the magnifier screen.
- Renewed the information screen.
[ Fixes ]
- Smaller app size.
- Fixed small bugs.