# Osmo Newton — Creative physics puzzles

> Creative physics puzzle game using physical objects and drawings. (iPhone/iPad app by Tangible Play.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmo-newton/id876524974 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tangible Play](https://appshunter.io/developer/799157444)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 381 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 441 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmo-newton/id876524974/reviews.md

## What is Osmo Newton?

Solve creative physics puzzles by drawing lines or placing items in front of the screen. 

Play your favourite Osmo Newton on both iPhone and iPad! Use your iPhone with the "Osmo Base for iPad" which can be found at playosmo.com.

* Please see our device compatibility list here: https://support.playosmo.com/hc/articles/115010156067

"..games that interact with just about any physical object—pen, paper, blocks, even toys your kids already own.
- The Wall Street Journal

"This interplay between the physical and digital realms looks and feels like magic." - Forbes

"Osmo has been a revolution in our family." - Wired

Awarded:
**Best Design**  -  Good Design, 2016
**Best Product Designs**  -  Fast Company Finalist, 2016
**Innovative Toy of the Year**  -  TOTY Finalist, 2015
**Best Inventions**  -  TIME, 2014

Works with any object or drawing – Mom’s keys, hand-drawn basket, even toys you already own. Simply place the object/drawing in front of the screen and manipulate it to guide the falling balls into the target zones.

About Osmo
Osmo is using the screen to create a new healthy, hands-on learning experience that promotes creativity, problem-solving and social interaction. We do this with our reflective artificial intelligent technology.

## Key features

- Draw lines to solve puzzles
- Place physical objects to interact
- Guide falling balls into targets
- Works with everyday items
- Hands-on learning experience
- Promotes creativity and problem-solving

## What do users think of Osmo Newton?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Engaging and fun gameplay for all ages
- 🧠 Educational value with physics and problem-solving
- ✨ Satisfying visual feedback and animations
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for family bonding and social play
- 🎨 Creative drawing mechanics
- ⚙️ Well-crafted hardware and software design
- 🏆 Challenging levels that require strategy
- 📚 Suitable for classroom learning environments

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iPad models and iOS versions
- 👁️ Line detection sensitivity problems
- 🖐️ Hand obstruction during gameplay
- 💡 Poor lighting recognition for drawn lines
- 📖 Lack of clear instructions for new players
- 🔧 Difficulty with setup and positioning without stand
- ⚠️ App becomes unresponsive after updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or during gameplay
- Unresponsive app after recent updates
- Lorem Ipsum placeholder text stuck on screen
- Achievement page frozen preventing gameplay
- App incompatible with iPad Air 2 and 11-inch iPad
- Camera permission prompt issues on newer iOS
- Line detection fails to recognize drawings
- Game slows down significantly with multiple balls
- App fails to load or gets stuck on loading screen
- Whiteboard compatibility issues

**Most requested features**

- Back/front camera option for better positioning
- Pause menu functionality
- More levels beyond the current 61
- Grid screen option for better line detection
- Adjustable camera sensitivity settings
- Better instructions and tutorial for beginners
- Start button before gameplay begins
- Support for older iPad models

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmo-newton/id876524974/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Kinda liked it

*2026-02-26*

I like it a little bit, but what if you lose? Remember, sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. Be a winner, not a loser.

### 5/5 — Very helpful game for 9 year olds but there’s a bug

*2026-02-10*

This game is amazing and awesome but theres a bug:the game sees the lightness of the lines very light but it’s ok because for my 9 year old does not mind.

### 5/5 — I missed this game so much😭

*2026-02-07*

It was so satisfying to watch all of the energy balls build up and then fall onto the energy generator. I loved this game so much that after I had stopped using Osmo for a long time and I found the squiggle pieces, I opened up the Osmo app and saw how fun the Newton game was.  I know that many people have had concerns with the game crashing, but there was nothing to worry about with the game, and it was just so satisfying to watch. I hope Osmo will still be around to keep this game.

### 5/5 — Bad

*2025-09-24, version 4.0.5*

Bad

### 1/5 — You need an older operating system to ensure apps work

*2025-09-07*

There are multiple articles surrounding the issues encountered. I have made mine work on a very old iPad which hasn’t been updated. You need the prompt to pop up, allowing access to camera. The newest operating system changes this and makes the apps stop working

### 3/5 — Whiteboard problems

*2025-05-31*

Does not seem to like it's own whiteboard, but otherwise good.  Workaround seems to be to use the whiteboard upside down, with the rubber handle facing the user.

### 5/5 — Great game

*2025-02-05, version 4.0.5*

Great game(p.s I am a kid)

### 5/5 — Best game ever!!!!!!!

*2025-01-17*

There’s not much to explain about it, it’s just so much fun!!! thanks developers!!!

### 3/5 — Let me use the back camera

*2024-12-13*

So i don’t have the osmo stand and i can’t figure out how to get the perfect position
please add a way to use the front camera

### 5/5 — my memories are back :)

*2024-09-02*

I remember playing osmosis as a toddler. Even though i’m 9 now, this still brings back great memories. Thank you osmo!

## Frequently asked questions about Osmo Newton

### What is Osmo Newton?

Osmo Newton is a creative physics puzzle game that uses your device's screen to interact with physical objects or drawings. You solve puzzles by drawing lines or placing items in front of the screen to guide falling balls into target zones.

### How do I play Osmo Newton?

To play, you'll need an Osmo Base for iPad and a compatible iPhone. Place your iPhone in the Osmo Base, then draw lines or place physical objects (like toys or drawings) in front of the screen. Manipulate these items to solve the physics puzzles.

### What devices are compatible with Osmo Newton?

The app is compatible with specific iPhone models including iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, and 14 Plus. It is not compatible with iPhone 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, Mini models, iPhone SE series, or older iPhones. You will also need an 'Osmo Base for iPad'.

### What kind of objects can I use to play?

You can use almost any physical object or drawing. This includes items like your hand, keys, hand-drawn shapes, or toys your children already own. The game is designed to interact with a wide range of physical items.

### Is Osmo Newton free to play?

The app itself is free to download and play, but it requires the purchase of an 'Osmo Base for iPad' to function. The description also indicates it has in-app purchases, suggesting additional content or features may be available for purchase.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.9 — 2026-06-10

Fixed several issues that could cause the app to close unexpectedly.
Under-the-hood fixes and improvements to sign-in and account creation.
Improved performance on slow or unstable internet connections.
Fixed an issue that could affect saved progress. Your child's journey is now stored more reliably.

### 4.0.8 — 2026-04-30

Upgraded to Unity 6 for improved performance and compatibility with latest iPad models.
Bug fixing and performance improvements.
Fixed several setup flow issues to prevent crashes.
Updated privacy and support links throughout the app.
Updated analytics system.

### 4.0.5 — 2024-07-16

+ Fixes for bugs on iPad 10 landscape

### 4.0.4 — 2023-11-23

+ Improved onboarding experience for the users, better values and incentives for account creation

### 4.0.3 — 2023-09-27

+ Added support for 2022 releases of the iPad Pro 12.9" (6th gen) and iPad Pro 9.7" (4th gen)

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All apps by Tangible Play: https://appshunter.io/developer/799157444

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