# iSee, the vision simulator

> Vision impairment simulator with educational information on eye diseases. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris Damm.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isee-the-vision-simulator/id1052047795 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris Damm](https://appshunter.io/developer/941593879)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.4 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, German (Germany), Italian
- Released: 2016-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isee-the-vision-simulator/id1052047795/reviews.md

## What is iSee, the vision simulator?

For many it is hard to imagine how it is like for persons with a vision impairment. 

How do you see ? What do you see ? Why can you read this but do not see that ?

Often that are questions when you meet a person with visual impairment but very often the answer is almost impossible to give. It is hard for one, who has no comparison, to describe what he is seeing and how it is different from what you see. 

We developed iSee to raise awareness on vision impairments and hope to help for better understanding in what it means to have a sight limitation. 
ISee is a simulator using the rear camera of your phone or tablet, displays the captured live image and adds one of the most common sight illnesses. The intensity of the sight loss can be regulated. It is possible to chose among Macular degeneration, Retinitis Pigments, Glaucoma or Cataract. 
Besides the simulation iSee includes to each illness information on treatments, causes and a description on its impact on the sight. 

iSee was developed in cooperation with ophthalmologists. IRIFOR Macerata and the Italian Blind Union in Macerata is working close together with hundreds of persons with vision limitations and the experiences can be found in this application. 

IMPORTANT: Advices and information provided by this app are for personal orientation and no medical advice. Each person experiences the disease differently. Please, when you experience any symptoms, contact a professional physician. 

Included Eye diseases:

- Macular degeneration -
Macular Degeneration usually occurs at people over 60. There are two types of macular degeneration: atrophic ("dry") and exudative ("wet"). As people age, parts of the retina may deteriorate.
Although the cause of this condition is not clear, possible causes and risk factors may include: lack of certain vitamins and minerals, breakdown in circulation to the retina, untreated health conditions such as high blood pressure, excessive exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun, heredity, and smoking.
The eye care doctor can diagnose macular degeneration during a comprehensive eye examination. Ophthalmoscopy is a procedure that allows the doctor to view the back of the eye, including the macula. If macular degeneration is suspected, a fluorescein angiogram may be performed. In this procedure, dye is injected into the arm and travels to the eye. Damaged areas become highlighted to help determine which type of macular degeneration is present, wet or dry.

- Retinitis Pigments -
Retinitis pigmentosa is a group of inherited eye diseases that affect the retina. RP causes the breakdown of photoreceptor cells and the patient experience progressive vision loss.
The first signs of retinitis pigmentosa in affected children are identifiable by a doctor as early as age 10. In most cases, the disorder is linked to a recessive gene, a gene that must be inherited from both parents in order to cause the disease. But dominant genes and genes on the X chromosome also have been linked to retinitis pigmentosa. In these cases, only one parent has passed the disease gene. In some cases, a new mutation causes the disease to occur.

- Cataract -
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye leading to a decrease in vision. They may affect one or both eyes and often develop slowly over time.
Cataracts are commonly appearing while aging. They may also occur due to trauma or radiation exposure. In some cases they also can be present from birth or occur following eye surgery. Risk factors are diabetes, smoking, extensive exposure to sunlight, and alcohol. 
Either clumps of protein or yellow-brown pigment may be deposited in the lens reducing the transmission of light to the retina at the back of the eye.

- Glaucoma -
Glaucoma is the name of group of several diseases that damage the eye’s optic nerve and can result in vision loss and blindness. However, with early detection and treatment, you can often protect your eyes against serious vision loss.

## Key features

- Vision impairment simulation
- Adjustable intensity of sight loss
- Simulates Macular Degeneration
- Simulates Retinitis Pigments
- Simulates Glaucoma
- Simulates Cataract
- Information on causes and treatments

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isee-the-vision-simulator/id1052047795/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Erm it’s ok but

*2019-01-20*

This app gives basic information and helps as a visual aid in conversation. 

To it feels like they have done a google search and made an app. They have used the main symptoms and run with it and forgotten other small symptoms that effect sight. 

If your a health care professional then this might be ok for you to show people some expectations. Everybody else use google.

### 1/5 — Waste of Money

*2016-10-07*

I expected the app to include several eye conditions however, it only includes 4.  It is not worth the money.  I could have gone on the Internet and used free apps and found the same or more information.  Don't waste your money.

**Developer response:** I am sorry for your disappointment. However, in the description is clearly written what eye conditions are included in iSee. 
While it is absolutely true, you can find information online, as you can find all information somewhere, we have combined detailed description and simulation in an app. Should 0,99€ to much for this, please use the function to request a refund. To obtain professional information and simulation for less then the price of a cup of coffee in my opinion is fair price.

## Frequently asked questions about iSee, the vision simulator

### What eye conditions can iSee simulate?

iSee can simulate Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigments, Glaucoma, and Cataract. The intensity of the simulated sight loss can be adjusted for each condition.

### Does iSee provide medical advice?

No, iSee provides information for personal orientation only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you experience any symptoms, please consult a physician.

### What information is included for each eye disease?

For each simulated illness, iSee includes information on its causes, treatments, and its impact on vision. This content was developed in cooperation with ophthalmologists.

### What devices does iSee support?

iSee is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It utilizes the rear camera of your phone or tablet to display the live image.

### How much does iSee cost?

iSee is a paid application, priced at $0.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the age rating for iSee?

iSee has an age rating of 12+. This is due to the nature of the medical information presented and the simulation of vision impairments.

### When was iSee last updated?

iSee was last updated on September 18, 2016, with version 1.0. The app was initially released on the same date.

### Does iSee have ads?

No, iSee is ad-free. Users can experience the vision simulations and educational content without interruptions from advertisements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-09-18

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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