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Albedo: A Reflectance App

Albedo: A Reflectance App

by Thomas Leeuw

41 ratings
16 reviews
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Released
May 11, 2015
Updated
March 29, 2016

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This app measures the reflectance of surfaces using your device's camera and a reference gray card. It calculates broadband and spectral albedo, providing insights for environmental science, climatology, and astronomy.

✓Measures broadband albedo
✓Measures spectral albedo (RGB)
✓Requires 18% gray card reference
✓Easy-to-use interface
✓Saves data instantly
✓Data accessible via app or computer
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What's New in Albedo

1.1

March 29, 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fixes Camera Permission Bug

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User reviews

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it asked for my location 😏

at least buy me dinner first….
Rrednek_asian

Great app!

Addicting!! My replacement for TikTok. Really the only app you need!
BObig bruh ok

Made Me end my Wife

The camera drove me mad.. Job is finished. Thanks. don’t tell the kids.
LFLinx ftw

This app reminds me of my dead grandpa 😢

as soon as i opened this app my brain was immediately filled with thoughts of my gay dead grandpa. his name was daquavywavydickol bingleton the 15th and.
MMonkeyRapist23

Trash

Was terrible, used for class then deleted immediately
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FAQ

What is Albedo used for?

Albedo is used to measure the reflectance of surfaces, which is an important parameter for environmental scientists in fields like climatology, astronomy, and geoengineering.

Does Albedo require any special equipment?

Yes, Albedo requires the use of an 18% photographer's gray card as a reference for accurate measurements. These are widely available at photography shops and online.

How does Albedo measure reflectance?

Albedo uses your device's camera as a light sensor. It captures images of a gray card and the surface, then normalizes the pixel values by exposure to calculate the albedo in RGB color channels.

Where is the data from Albedo saved?

The data is instantly saved within the Albedo app and can be accessed again later. You can also download the data onto a computer from Albedo's data folder, accessible through iTunes.

What devices does Albedo support?

Albedo is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

How often is Albedo updated?

The latest version of Albedo is 1.1, which was last updated on March 29, 2016. It was initially released on May 11, 2015.

What is the user rating for Albedo?

Albedo has an average rating of 2.2 stars based on 41 ratings. This suggests some users have encountered issues or have specific expectations not fully met by the app.

Does Albedo have ads?

No, Albedo does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads.