# Cromnia — Give Voice To Color

> Color and texture recognition app for visually impaired users. (iPhone/iPad app by Mattia Picariello.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cromnia/id1253491962 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mattia Picariello](https://appshunter.io/developer/1243593663)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 94 MB
- Languages: Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese
- Released: 2017-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cromnia/id1253491962/reviews.md

## What is Cromnia?

Cromnia is developed to improve the autonomy of people with visual disabilities. It's born to solve the fundamental needs that are often taken for granted by people without visual disabilities. 

Cromnia, through the use of the camera, is able to: 
Recognize the color of the framed object;
Recognize the texture of the clothes;
Recognize the brightness of the environment;
Suggest good color combinations.

Cromnia is developed following the best practices of Apple for accessibility.  VoiceOver is implemented and it is enhanced for a clear notification system for the user. Interface elements have been appropriately labelled and arranged in such a way to ensure the best end user experience and usability.

The color combination is based on the famous Itten circle: thanks to it you will be able to find out if what you have chosen is a good match!

The textures recognized by Cromnia are: Solid color, Stripes, Checks, Diamonds, Design, Pois.

## Key features

- Color recognition
- Texture recognition
- Brightness detection
- Color combination suggestions
- VoiceOver support
- Accessibility focused design


## Frequently asked questions about Cromnia

### What can Cromnia identify using the camera?

Cromnia can recognize the color of a framed object, the texture of clothes (Solid color, Stripes, Checks, Diamonds, Design, Pois), and the brightness of the environment.

### How does Cromnia suggest color combinations?

Cromnia suggests good color combinations based on the famous Itten circle, helping users determine if their chosen colors match well.

### Is Cromnia designed for accessibility?

Yes, Cromnia is developed following Apple's best practices for accessibility, including implemented VoiceOver support and a clear notification system.

### What devices does Cromnia support?

Cromnia is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How much does Cromnia cost?

Cromnia is a paid application, priced at $3.99.

### When was Cromnia last updated?

Cromnia was last updated on June 19, 2025, with version 1.2.2.

### What is the age rating for Cromnia?

Cromnia has an age rating of 4+.

### Does Cromnia have ads?

No, Cromnia does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2025-06-19

Bug Fixs

### 1.2.1 — 2021-04-26

Primary color detection algorithm optimization
Dark Mode
Bug Fixs

### 1.1.6 — 2018-04-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Support for iPhone X
Bug fix and general improvements

### 1.1.5 — 2017-10-06

- Fixed problem with the brightness icon
- General improvements

### 1.1.3 — 2017-10-03

- iOS 11 fully compatible
- Cromnia is now fully localized in 8 languages.
- Color recognition more accurate
- Minor improvements and bug fixes

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