# Magic Photo - Color Invert

> App for creating optical illusions and editing photos with color inversion effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Pawel Chmiel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-photo-color-invert/id498209573 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pawel Chmiel](https://appshunter.io/developer/498209576)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-07-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-photo-color-invert/id498209573/reviews.md

## What is Magic Photo?

See what your brain is capable of!
Stare at the red dot for about 30 seconds, then look at a smooth, clear surface (like a wall), and experience the REAL MAGIC!

Surprise yourself and your friends. Show them something they’ve never seen before. With the Magic Photo app, you can create incredible optical illusions right on your iPhone or iPod touch.

Have fun making your own magic images, editing photos from your gallery, or using the ones available in the app.
All of this in a simple and easy way!

## Key features

- Create optical illusions
- Edit photos from gallery
- Use in-app images
- Simple and easy interface
- Color inversion effects

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-photo-color-invert/id498209573/reviews.md

### 1/5 — BUYER BEWARE

*2018-04-03*

This app is a scam. It does nothing for your photos

### 1/5 — Don’t waste your time!

*2017-10-24*

I should’ve just used a free app! I’ve never made a negative review about an app, today I’m not feeling well about being played.

### 1/5 — Beware

*2015-04-04*

This does nothing to the photos.  It is only an illusion you and do anytime on your own.  I was just tricked out of my money expecting it to inverse my photo that I could reprint.  Not much money lost, just the principle of the thing.  Be certain that all you want is allusion before buying.

### 5/5 — Simple

*2013-05-11, version 1.1*

This app does the job, nothing more, nothing less, perfect

### 5/5 — Super simple

*2013-02-17, version 1.1*

This is the best app on the market for simply inverting your photos. Great for taking shots of negatives and inverting them to share a quick result. I suggest taking the photo on a backlit white background (like a white computer or tv screen). Great job.

### 3/5 — Good app

*2012-11-28, version 1.0*

Good app the name says it all but if you but it. Don't buy it for only one picture. It's now worth a dollar but over 3/5

### 1/5 — -

*2012-10-18*

Stupid red dot on every picture ruins it

### 5/5 — Must-have!

*2012-03-01*

Want to impress your friends on a party? Want to show them photos in an impressive way? If so, this is a must-have app for you! It might look like a simple app you use only once, but believe me, it's not. I truely recommend this app, it's really fun to play with it.

## Frequently asked questions about Magic Photo

### How does Magic Photo create illusions?

Magic Photo utilizes a technique where users stare at a red dot for a period, then look at a blank surface. This process, known as afterimage, creates a temporary visual illusion on the surface.

### What devices does Magic Photo support?

Magic Photo is designed for iPhone and iPod touch devices, allowing users to create illusions and edit photos on the go.

### Does Magic Photo have ads?

No, Magic Photo does not contain advertisements, offering an uninterrupted user experience.

### How much does Magic Photo cost?

Magic Photo is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $1.99.

### What is the age rating for Magic Photo?

Magic Photo has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### When was Magic Photo last updated?

Magic Photo was last updated on February 10, 2025, indicating ongoing support and potential improvements.

### Can I use my own photos with Magic Photo?

Yes, Magic Photo allows you to edit photos directly from your device's gallery, in addition to using pre-existing images within the app.

### What is the user feedback on Magic Photo?

Magic Photo has a rating of 1.0 stars based on 4 ratings, suggesting a very limited but potentially negative user reception.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2025-02-10

- iOS 18 support 
- new sample imags

### 3.0 — 2018-05-21

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

- iPhone X support
- photo extension! Now you can convert image directly form Photo app

### 2.0 — 2015-03-24

Magic Photo 2.0 ! 
- new design, app prepared for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
- photo extension! Now you can convert image directly form Photo app

### 1.1 — 2013-01-05

- iPhone 5 support
- on/off "red dot"
- small bugs fixed

### 1.0 — 2012-02-27

No release notes.

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All apps by Pawel Chmiel: https://appshunter.io/developer/498209576

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