# Examine Clothes Color

> Identifies and vocalizes clothing color and pattern for the visually impaired. (iPhone/iPad app by MASAO MIYAKE.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/examine-clothes-color/id1074506449 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MASAO MIYAKE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1074506448)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 97 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Turkish
- Released: 2016-01-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/examine-clothes-color/id1074506449/reviews.md

## What is Examine Clothes Color?

This application plays a role as eyes so that visually impaired persons can choose the color and pattern on clothes by themselves. 

 When you take a picture of clothes with this application, it speaks the color and pattern on clothes. The color included in clothes is expressed by up to 4 colors. The pattern is expressed by a category of 5, vertical stripes, horizontal stripes, checker, plain color and other pattern.

 Photographing location is the room where direct sunlight does not gleam. After starting the App, move the iPhone from the clothes to the position of about 40cm, and take a picture. The flash fires automatically. 

 The Models that can appropriately correct the color are the iPhone4S, 5S, 6, 6S. The App will work with any other iPhone models. 

 By the voice guidance of the VoiceOver function and the App program, it can be used in those who are visually impaired. It tells the transition of the screen in the voice, and the screen is a simple configuration.
* Manner mode, please release.

 This system has been developed in order to support the independent living of visually impaired persons, and uses a special method of correcting the color in order to correctly recognize the color that changes by lighting environment.

* For more information, http: //irosirabe.net/color/en
* Developer: Masao MIYAKE, Doctor of Engineering.

## Key features

- Vocalizes clothing color and pattern
- Supports up to 4 colors per garment
- Identifies 5 pattern categories
- Automatic flash for photos
- VoiceOver compatibility
- Simple screen configuration

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/examine-clothes-color/id1074506449/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best solution for identifying clothing color

*2020-08-05, version 3.0.0*

This is my go to app for identifying clothing color. In comparison to any of the other apps I have found this one is more accurate and offers additional detail about patterns. And improvement several months back provided easier operation as you can now identify color with one tap instead of the two it used to take. Great work thank you for the app.

### 5/5 — Helpful at least with standard colors

*2020-06-30, version 3.0.0*

I wish it is more accurate

### 3/5 — Locating an item of clothing and lighting conditions / text on clothes

*2019-04-27*

I think this app is an amazing idea. It has helped me chose clothes more easly. The only thing I struggle with is locating my item of clothing on the camera mode, as the app gives me no audio feedback for where the item of clothing is. For example it would be good when you are on the camera mode, and about to take a picture, for it to say something like. “Item is in centre of screen.” Or “ item at top, bottom left or right.” If the item isn’t visible to say. “Item not visible.” I feel like this would make it more easier to help me navigate the item of clothing i want to see the colour off.  And make the app more accurate, effective and quicker to use. As it is a very useful thing to have and is very helpful.

I also think having to have some kind of artificial light is difficult as you may not use light or struggle in bright light. Instead of having some kind of light, would it be possible if the app could use the phones torch or flash in some way to provide enough light for the colour and pattern detector to scan the item of clothing.  So you didn’t need another light saws. I feel like this would make the app more effective as you wouldn’t have to rely on the lighting conditions in the room your in. I feel like this would be very helpful as i find this app very useful as i can pick out my clothes more easily.

I love that the app can pick out the patten as well as the colour. Another improvement i would suggest is for the detector to pick up text on a T-Shirt as well as a pattern. As i have a few T-shirts with wording on. I think this would be very helpful as i find the pattern detection very useful when choosing my clothes.

### 5/5 — Outstanding

*2018-03-20, version 1.30*

Color identification on the iPhone is super hit and miss, but this app really steps it up by reporting patterns and multiple colors at once, so that I can figure out which item I'm choosing even if the camera thinks a blue is a grey or something. Extremely useful, and even better now that it displays properly on my home screen.

### 5/5 — Hoping this will stay with ios 11 updates

*2017-12-13, version 1.21*

Was looking for something that could tell color blend percentages as alternative to Kolorami app which I'm told will not work with iOS 11.  

Found this which is different to any other of these, in the variety of information it tells.  Really enjoy this app!  Thank you!  

Hoping apple will let it stay if I update my iPhone 6 to 11.2

### 5/5 — Best color identifier

*2017-10-16, version 1.21*

This is the best color identifier app I have found. As a person who is totally blind, I am finding this app very useful. I could wish that like other object identification apps, it would just attempt to identifier the colors without having to hit the "use photo" button. I always have to hit that button since I have no vision and cannot determine from the preview if the picture needs retaking.
I'd also like an option to not have it self-voice the stages. But, as it is, it is excellent.
Thanks.

## Frequently asked questions about Examine Clothes Color

### How does Examine Clothes Color help visually impaired users?

Examine Clothes Color acts as a visual aid by speaking the color and pattern of clothes when a photo is taken. This allows visually impaired individuals to make independent clothing choices.

### What types of patterns can Examine Clothes Color identify?

Examine Clothes Color can identify five pattern categories: vertical stripes, horizontal stripes, checker, plain color, and other patterns.

### Does Examine Clothes Color work with VoiceOver?

Yes, Examine Clothes Color is designed to be used with the VoiceOver function. It provides voice guidance for screen transitions and has a simple screen configuration for ease of use.

### What iPhone models are best for Examine Clothes Color?

While the app works with any iPhone model, it is said to correct color most appropriately on iPhone 4S, 5S, 6, and 6S. The developer has also implemented special color correction methods for varying lighting conditions.

### How accurate is Examine Clothes Color in different lighting?

The system uses a special method for color correction to accurately recognize colors that change with lighting environments. For best results, it's recommended to photograph clothes in a room without direct sunlight.

### Is Examine Clothes Color free to use?

Yes, Examine Clothes Color is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### How often is Examine Clothes Color updated?

The latest version is 3.1.0, last updated on March 6, 2025. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What is the age rating for Examine Clothes Color?

Examine Clothes Color has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered appropriate for children aged 4 and above.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2025-03-06

I adjusted the misalignment of the layout depending on the screen size.

### 3.0.0 — 2019-12-05

In the app, a view requesting a rating and review is displayed.

### 2.10 — 2019-10-11

In previous version upgrades 1.90 and 2.00, when installing and using the application for the first time, there was a problem that the camera did not work even if the use of the camera was allowed. The camera works when the application is restarted, but this bug was corrected in version 2.10.

### 2.00 — 2019-09-25

When examining the color of clothes continuously, the previous audio output may overlap. Therefore, the previous sound output is cleared when the "Examine" button is tapped.

### 1.90 — 2019-09-22

When you start the app, you can directly enter the camera mode and press the shutter button with the "Examine" button. The “Use Photo” button is gone, and the shooting is completed with just the “Examine” button.
In addition, the explanation of the application is only voice guidance, it is not output to the screen as text. The guidance text has been shortened.
iOS version 10.0 or later is required to operate the camera.

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