# LEONARDO DA VINCI'S DREAM MACHINE > Interactive visual and musical exploration inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's world. (iPhone/iPad app by Universcience.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leonardo-da-vincis-dream-machine/id583843729 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Universcience](https://appshunter.io/developer/945304971) - Category: Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 138 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), Italian, European Portuguese - Released: 2012-12-14 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leonardo-da-vincis-dream-machine/id583843729/reviews.md ## What is LEONARDO DA VINCI'S DREAM MACHINE? LEONARDO DA VINCI'S DREAM MACHINE by Nicolas Clauss and Jean-Jacques Birgé THE DREAM MACHINE is a visual, musical, interactive, dreamlike and fun work. This contemporary vision of Leonardo da Vinci's world and sensitivity offers an enchanting voyage of discovery which is like no other. A totally innovative work by three leading contemporary artists: Nicolas Clauss for the visual art world and Jean-Jacques Birgé for the musical world as well as the participation of the cellist Vincent Segal. The profusion of graphic/sound media and their endless combinations continually spark interest by stimulating the user's senses. Designed for the iPad2 or iPad3, the work calls on the gyroscope, multitouch technology and touch-sensitivity for an amazing hands-on yet contemplative experience. TAKE YOUR TIME An application published and produced by the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie as part of the exhibition « Léonard de Vinci, projets, dessins, machines ». For 7 years and upwards.     HELP THE DREAM MACHINE is organised around three tableaux which are discovered in succession. First slide back the introductory covers to enter the three universes one after the other: 1) A box of secrets, 2) A dream projector, and 3) The rebirth of the painter. THE BOX OF SECRETS Touch the scraps of paper torn out of the Codex. Hold them down. Tilt to make them advance into the slot, the last one to disappear opens a new dream each time. The burn marks indicate those already glimpsed… THE DREAM PROJECTOR Gently stroke the screen! Mix with a finger: the level of each instrument in the string quarter is proportional to the surface area of each of the four images displayed. Double-tap to disrupt the dream, the atmosphere changes in terms of the image and sound. By pressing on one of the corners which appear when an image is fully displayed, you can move onto the next stage. THE REBIRTH OF THE PAINTER The painter's tools are the zoom in and out, rotation, horizontal and vertical movements, the double-tap. Moving your fingers together or apart allows you to blur (the sound, animal noises) while rotation with two fingers twists the image (music box sounds). With the horizontal pan, the image pivots on an axis, and with the vertical one, the image is curved (electronic sounds). With a double-tap inside the porthole, one of the two fixed images changes; on the outside, around the porthole, it is the video which changes (strings loops), etc. take the chance to capture these dreams and share them. To create a screen shot simultaneously press on the iPad's sleep/wake button (on top) and the on/off button (opposite and on the side). Select your screen shot in the Photos app then press the share button to send it by Email, Facebook, Twitter or to use it as a screensaver (for iOS 6). You are strongly advised to disable “Multitasking gestures” (Settings/General/), or even disable the sleep/wake mode (Settings/Auto-lock) CREDITS Nicolas Clauss, images and screenplay Jean-Jacques Birgé, music and screenplay With the participation of Vincent Segal, crossbow and cello Nicolas Buquet, iOS developer Mikaël Cixous, graphic designer Sonia Cruchon, project manager Production: the Surletoit collective Editing and production Cité des sciences et de l’industrie Management of publications and transmedia Claude Farge, director Yves de Ponsay, project manager Thanks to Jacques Bigot, Catherine Borderie ## Key features - Interactive visual art - Musical compositions - Gyroscope and multitouch controls - Three distinct universes to explore - Gesture-based interactions - Screen capture and sharing ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leonardo-da-vincis-dream-machine/id583843729/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Hmmmmmmm *2021-07-03* Well, it took me two years to figure out how to get this to work and it is very cool when it works. For some reason I don’t get those little fragments to tap onto to begin. I just get a blank screen with the open slot on the right after the opening credits. I tap, press, nothing happens. Finally I started tipping it upside down, flipping it side to side and then one of the fragments appeared that I could tap on. Then it is quite magical, until the portal closes, then I’m back to the same blank screen and I can’t always get it to respond a second time. It feels like some magical portal where all the circumstances have to be just perfect. Frustrating but enchanting when it works. ### 1/5 — HELP *2020-10-28* Instructions don’t work. Developer website is in French only. One box of frustrations so just skip this. ### 1/5 — wasted opportunity *2017-02-02, version 1.2* Drab, repetitive, irritating. ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2014-05-23* My new most favorite App! So amazing! Would love to see something else made like this by the developers?! ### 5/5 — Bravo *2013-08-14* I am mesmerized. It reminds me of Peter Greenaway and Tom Phillips' TV Dante. ### 1/5 — Not good *2012-12-25, version 1.0* What on earth is this about. Art!? Where? I persevered a few times but couldn't get it to do anything so got bored and deleted it. Now I am open to the principal of such apparent projects/ apps but if it is this inaccessible without instructions that make it work then what is the point? Time is precious and I am not about to waste mine on some indulgence where the ap is deliberately difficult to access. Maybe it is great when it works but life is too short for this so no thanks!!! ### 5/5 — Well worth the time and effort *2012-12-13, version 1.0* In the world of the, 'I ignore the instructions, unwrap it for me, I need to know what it does now', mentality this piece may have trouble finding an audience. But that would be great pity, because it really does reward spending some time understanding how it works. I say piece, because, blow me down - it's art, and it's truly interactive because meaning is only created through your active participation. It's not a toy or a puzzle or a game. It's not an 'app'. What it is, I suppose, is an installation, brought to your lap; to enjoy on the train, at the kitchen table or in bed. A little stimulation for your own dream-machine. Richard White ### 5/5 — Best app of its type I've seen *2012-12-12, version 1.0* This is musical, artistic and dreamlike. It pulls off the whole thing of app as art form much better than I've seen in other apps. It provides a great benchmark and starting point for more. It is very gallery-like. Highly recommend. ## Frequently asked questions about LEONARDO DA VINCI'S DREAM MACHINE ### What is Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine? Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine is an interactive application that combines visual art and music, inspired by the world and sensitivity of Leonardo da Vinci. It offers an enchanting voyage of discovery through three distinct universes. ### What devices is Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine compatible with? Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine is designed for the iPad and requires multitouch technology and touch-sensitivity for an engaging experience. ### What are the three universes in Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine? The application is organized around three tableaux: 'A box of secrets,' 'A dream projector,' and 'The rebirth of the painter.' Each universe offers unique interactive elements and discoveries. ### How do I interact with the elements in Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine? Interactions involve touching, holding, tilting, gently stroking the screen, mixing with a finger, and double-tapping. Specific gestures are used to uncover secrets, mix music, and manipulate painter's tools. ### Can I share my creations from Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine? Yes, you can capture your dreams by taking a screen shot and then share them via Email, Facebook, or Twitter. For iOS 6, you can also use them as a screensaver. ### What is the age rating for Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine? Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine is suitable for users aged 7 years and upwards. ### Does Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine have ads? No, Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine does not contain advertisements. ### When was Leonardo Da Vinci's Dream Machine last updated? The application was last updated on October 25, 2014, with version 1.2. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.2 — 2014-10-25 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • update for iPad Air • portuguese localization for Brazil ### 1.0 — 2012-12-12 No release notes. ## Apps similar to LEONARDO DA VINCI'S DREAM MACHINE | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [NCB: Chevaliers de Brocéliande](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ncb-chevaliers-de-broceliande/id1574723994) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [Art today](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-today/id1543991177) | 5.0 (1) | $0.99 | Entertainment | | [Solitaire - Cards Game Classic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-cards-game-classic/id1583589626) | 2.3 (3) | Free | Entertainment | | [Programme TV Télé 7 Jours](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/programme-tv-tele-7-jours/id313386235) | 4.1 (91) | Free | Entertainment | | [JArts Gallery](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jarts-gallery/id1536830685) | 5.0 (7) | Free | Entertainment | | [Adult Butterfly Coloring Book](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adult-butterfly-coloring-book/id1151755017) | 4.5 (119) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by Universcience - [Échelles de tailles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echelles-de-tailles/id1057969861) - [Échelles de temps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echelles-de-temps/id1100221912) - [myCité](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycite/id1453016246) - [Jeu de piste Universcience](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jeu-de-piste-universcience/id1455202943) All apps by Universcience: https://appshunter.io/developer/945304971 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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