Hoverophone: Theremin Synth

Hoverophone: Theremin Synth

Hand-Played Drone Pad

3 ratings
2 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 25, 2026
  • July 19, 2026

Features

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About

This app reimagines the theremin for your iPhone, allowing you to play music by waving your hands in the air without touching the screen. It offers a polyphonic synthesizer with various sound options and microtonal capabilities for unique musical exploration.

Air-based theremin playing with front camera hand tracking
Polyphonic synthesizer with multiple voice options
Microtonal keyboard with 12-TET or 24-TET quarter tones
Stack up to twelve notes by pinning voices
Continuous pitch glide and volume control
Fully offline functionality
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What's New in Hoverophone

1.4

July 19, 2026

The screen now stays awake while you play, so it won't lock during a live set.

User reviews

Interesting concept

I *was* going to write that it’s a little buggy in jumping all over the place pitchwise, but looking at the photo displayed in the App Store, I realized that I had my hands too close to the camera — problem solved! I do wish that the note range could be adjusted for a much broader (or even narrower) range, just like a real theremin, but that’s a minor nitpick (which we musicians are good at doing). This is a solid “get” for a theremin-like experience.
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Response from developer

Thanks so much for the rating! You can actually adjust the note range by scrolling and zooming on the screen, similar to how you navigate a map app.

AuV3

very cool concept, please add AuV3 to your audio apps. Thanks!

Response from developer

This is actually the most requested feature, so AuV3 support is coming in the next major update. Thanks!

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FAQ

How does Hoverophone work?

Hoverophone uses your device's front camera to track your hand movements in the air. You can control pitch by raising or lowering your hand, and volume by spreading your fingers. No touch or external controllers are needed.

Can Hoverophone play chords?

Yes, Hoverophone is polyphonic and can track up to four hands simultaneously, allowing for chord playing. You can also pin voices to hold up to twelve notes ringing together.

What sound options does Hoverophone offer?

Hoverophone features continuous synth voices including sine, triangle, saw, and square waves. It also includes drive and ring modulation in stereo, capable of producing ambient pads to metallic drones.

Does Hoverophone support microtonal music?

Yes, Hoverophone offers a microtonal keyboard mode with 12-TET or 24-TET quarter tones. You can explore microtonal music and xenharmonic scales, or play freely for a continuous theremin glide.

Is Hoverophone available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Hoverophone is supported on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android availability is not included in this analysis.

Does Hoverophone have ads?

No, Hoverophone does not contain advertisements. The app is free and processed on-device, ensuring privacy and an uninterrupted user experience.

How often is Hoverophone updated?

Hoverophone was last updated on July 19, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The latest version is 1.4.

What is the age rating for Hoverophone?

Hoverophone has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests it contains no mature content.