# RoomColors

> Mac ambient light source controlled by iPhone remote. (iPhone/iPad app by CodexBit Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roomcolors/id578118411 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CodexBit Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/563191601)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roomcolors/id578118411/reviews.md

## What is RoomColors?

Use your Mac's display as an ambient light source.

Simple really.
Your iPhone is the remote control.
Your Mac's display is the light source.

You can project full screen colors on your Mac and control the brightness from your iPhone.

Use it as a soft box for photography.
Shoot your subject under colored light.
With a long exposure, mix colors.

Or just use it as a mood light. Light your room in different colors.

The iPhone app requires the companion Mac app "RoomColors" which you can download for FREE from the Mac App Store or from http://codexbit.com/roomcolors 

Just open the app on your Mac.
The iPhone will instantly recognize it if they're on the same Wi-Fi network.
 
No need to mess around with IP addresses or port numbers.
 The iPhone and your Macs will recognize themselves and connect automatically.

## Key features

- Mac display as ambient light
- iPhone remote control
- Full-screen color projection
- Brightness adjustment
- Photography soft box
- Mood lighting

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roomcolors/id578118411/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Can you please add white and off white colors?

*2023-01-06*

I love the colors, but can you add a range of warm and cool whites?

### 1/5 — Been robbed

*2015-06-29*

Doesn't work. Sad times

### 2/5 — okay

*2012-12-25*

I read the reviews and thought it was going to be great but And I found out I needed a Mac book witch I don't have.
    If you don't have a Mac book don't get it!

### 5/5 — Great Software

*2012-11-30*

I was planing to buy expensive color changing LEDs. RoomColors made it so I didn't have to! I would recommend this software.

## Frequently asked questions about RoomColors

### What is RoomColors?

RoomColors uses your Mac's display as an ambient light source, with your iPhone acting as the remote control to adjust colors and brightness.

### How does RoomColors connect?

Both the Mac and iPhone apps need to be open and on the same Wi-Fi network. They will automatically recognize and connect to each other without manual IP address configuration.

### Can RoomColors be used for photography?

Yes, it can function as a soft box for photography, allowing you to shoot subjects under colored light or mix colors with long exposures.

### What devices does RoomColors support?

The iPhone app is supported on iPhone and iPod touch devices. A companion Mac app is also required.

### How much does RoomColors cost?

RoomColors is a paid application, priced at $0.99. The companion Mac app is free to download.

### When was RoomColors last updated?

The latest version, 1.5, was released on September 15, 2016. The app was originally released on November 28, 2012.

### What is the user rating for RoomColors?

RoomColors has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 1 rating.

### Does RoomColors have ads?

No, RoomColors does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.5 — 2016-09-15

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

Bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2012-11-22

No release notes.

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