# Magnifying Glass Ⓞ — Magnifying Glass With OCR

> Digital magnifying glass with OCR and text-to-speech for enhanced readability. (iPhone/iPad app by TapMedia Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnifying-glass/id391152072 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753)
- Category: Utilities, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-09-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnifying-glass/id391152072/reviews.md

## What is Magnifying Glass Ⓞ?

Use Magnifying Glass to turn your iPhone into a magnifying glass and zoom into text

FEATURES
- Up to 20x zoom
- Pinch Zoom
- Zoom with slider
- Real-time filters
- OCR text and pick a custom font size
- Text-to-speech option

• Continuous use of the flash may dramatically decrease battery life

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TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION

- You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription.
- Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial).
- Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription.
- Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
- Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal.
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
- All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering.
- Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription
- You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098

Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm
Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm

## Key features

- Up to 20x zoom
- Pinch zoom and slider control
- Real-time filters
- OCR text recognition
- Custom font size
- Text-to-speech option

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnifying-glass/id391152072/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Needs  improvement

*2012-07-15*

It's nice but could use a image stabilizer as trying to hold still while looking at something real small is almost impossible.

### 4/5 — Works as Stated...How bout a Light?

*2012-07-09*

Hey Guys!  App works good...in a "macro focus" kinda way (using the camera).  Here's an idea for ya!  For iPhone (4) users...why not add a Button for "LED Light"?  Seems like it would make the magnification at least "appear" a bit more pronounced (?).  Just a thought...keep up the good work!

### 1/5 — Bobby davro

*2012-01-02, version 1.0*

Didn't work at all what a load of BS.  BOB.

### 3/5 — Camera does this - but a bit better

*2011-04-08*

Nice try. Thanks for not putting up fake reviews... Now we'll trust your other apps! :)

### 3/5 — Ok but irritating.

*2011-02-12, version 1.0*

This works ok but the magnifying glass on the screen is just annoying and pointless. The highlight is even worse. Just keep it simple and it would be more effective.

### 4/5 — .

*2010-10-30*

Nice work.

### 1/5 — Blurry

*2010-09-25*

Ads r annoying. Magnified image blurred . Don't bother

### 2/5 — Nice Idea, Needs Work

*2010-09-15*

This app is a great idea and potentially very handy for those of us who may occasionally need some magnification. While it's very easy to use, the biggest drawback is that it doesn't focus well. It attempts to do so, and sometimes succeeds, if it's aimed at text. For other uses (e.g. removing a splinter from a finger), it seems unable to focus at all. A nice idea with limited usefulness. It's free, so may be worth a try if your need is solely for a little text magnification.

## Frequently asked questions about Magnifying Glass Ⓞ

### What is the maximum zoom level for Magnifying Glass?

Magnifying Glass offers up to 20x zoom, allowing you to enlarge text and images significantly. You can control the zoom level using pinch gestures or a slider for precise adjustments.

### Can Magnifying Glass read text aloud?

Yes, Magnifying Glass includes a text-to-speech option. This feature can read the recognized OCR text aloud, which is beneficial for users with visual impairments or for hands-free reading.

### Does Magnifying Glass have OCR capabilities?

Yes, Magnifying Glass features Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to extract text from images. This allows you to copy, edit, or have the text read aloud, and you can even pick a custom font size for the extracted text.

### What subscription options are available for Magnifying Glass?

Magnifying Glass offers a TapMedia PRO subscription for monthly access to a bundle of apps. The monthly subscription costs $4.99 and includes a 3-day free trial. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in your account settings.

### How does the free trial for Magnifying Glass work?

The TapMedia PRO subscription includes a 3-day free trial. If you do not cancel within this period, the subscription will automatically renew to a paid subscription. You can cancel via your iTunes Account settings up to 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid charges.

### What devices is Magnifying Glass compatible with?

Magnifying Glass is designed for iPhone and iPod devices. It requires iOS 4+ and is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Magnifying Glass updated?

The latest version of Magnifying Glass is 2.0, which was last updated on July 24, 2019. While the app has not been updated recently, it remains functional for its core purpose.

### What is the user rating for Magnifying Glass?

Magnifying Glass has an average rating of 3.2 stars from 6 user ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from its user base.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2019-07-24

- Pinch zoom
- Real-time filters
- OCR text
- Text to Speech mode

### 1.0 — 2010-09-15

No release notes.

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