# See It - Video Magnifier

> Handheld video magnifier app for iPhone and iPad with zoom and filters. (iPhone/iPad app by James Penguin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/see-it-video-magnifier/id514559829 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James Penguin](https://appshunter.io/developer/323886729)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.1 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/see-it-video-magnifier/id514559829/reviews.md

## What is See It?

See It is a handheld video magnifier that works by streaming a real time video feed to your iPhone or iPad's screen from your device's back-facing camera. You can zoom the feed in and out, and apply image filters to make things easier to see. Also, for devices that support it, you can turn on your device's flash light for extra illumination and a sharper image.

Designed by the visually impaired for the visually impaired, See It is the world's only portable CCTV video magnifier for your iPhone and iPad! Why pay hundreds or thousands of dollars for a handheld portable CCTV, when there's an app for that?

See It supports the following image filtering modes:
- Normal
- Inverted Normal
- Black and White (Grayscale)
- Inverted Black and White (Grayscale)
- Red Channel Only
- Inverted Red Channel Only
- Blue Channel Only
- Inverted Blue Channel Only
- Green Channel Only
- Inverted Green Channel Only
- Cyan
- Inverted Cyan
- Magenta
- Inverted Magenta
- Yellow
- Inverted Yellow

## Key features

- Real-time video streaming
- Zoom in/out functionality
- Multiple image filters
- Flashlight for illumination
- Designed for visually impaired users

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/see-it-video-magnifier/id514559829/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love

*2020-04-11*

Great video  magnifier app for someone that is visually impaired

### 1/5 — Doesn’t Do Squat!

*2019-12-08*

I downloaded this app only to see a black screen and no functionality. Other reviewers stated is was a game changer;however, I am at a loss since it doesn’t work. My cat makes better apps!

### 1/5 — Help

*2019-08-26*

The app’s camera dose’nt work.

### 5/5 — A Gift For The Visually Impaired

*2019-01-19*

See It has made it possible to read menus and documents, inspect my pedicure, and see so many things that were giving me difficulty.  I showed it to my retina specialist, and now he tells all his visually impaired patients about it!  He thanked me for sharing the information when his patients reported back how much they love the app too!  I especially appreciate the ability to turn on the flashlight at the same time I’m using magnification in a dark restaurant!  Now I can enjoy an evening out with family and friends without having to ask someone to read the menu to me.  It means the world to me to have this app!  Independence is everything!  Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

### 4/5 — Ask for help

*2016-07-18*

I'd like to ask you for Some help. I cant increase the magnification on the app. Can you please help me with this problem I'll be appreciated

### 1/5 — Don't buy until this is fixed - buffering issue? not working

*2015-09-21*

I loved this app after buying it in 2014.  The $20 was worth every penny for the amount of help it was to me in my daily life tasks.  I am legally blind so I used this for reading small print, overhead menus at fast food places, threading needles, you name it - whenever I needed to "see" something better.

I wrote to the company in April of 2015 because the slider bar (the ability to zoom) had dissapeared and they said it would be fixed in 2 weeks.  It took quite a bit longer than 2 weeks to fix but I was really glad to have it back.   In late July, it started shutting down intermittently and/or getting stuck in a rebuffering loop.  It hasn't functioned since then and I'll be sending another note to Studio Bebop.  

If it gets fixed, I'll revise my rating on the app and add an addendum to my review.  I love the APP but I hate not being able to use it.

### 1/5 — Buffering issue

*2015-08-10*

Initially when I bought this, I had no problems with it. The past month or more though I can't use it due to an opening buffering problem. Please fix this.

### 1/5 — CLB

*2015-08-02*

I want my money back.  I was supposed to have received an update to make the app easier to use on the iPhone 6. Instead the app has to be continuously restarted because it buff so terribly..

### 1/5 — Owner

*2015-07-14*

$20 and All it will do is buffer.

### 1/5 — waste of money

*2015-06-14, version 1.4*

This app will not even launch.  Having paid over £14 I feel I have been ripped off.  What a con!

## Frequently asked questions about See It

### What is See It used for?

See It functions as a handheld video magnifier, turning your iPhone or iPad into a portable CCTV. It allows you to zoom in on text and objects and apply various filters to improve readability.

### How does See It compare to a physical CCTV magnifier?

See It offers a significantly more affordable alternative to expensive handheld portable CCTV magnifiers, providing similar functionality through your existing Apple device.

### What image filters does See It offer?

See It provides a wide range of image filtering modes, including Normal, Inverted Normal, Grayscale, Inverted Grayscale, Red Channel Only, Blue Channel Only, Green Channel Only, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow, along with their inverted versions.

### Can See It help with poor lighting conditions?

Yes, for devices that support it, See It allows you to turn on your device's flashlight to provide extra illumination and achieve a sharper image, making it easier to see in dim environments.

### What devices is See It compatible with?

See It is designed to work on iPhones, iPads, and iPods, making it accessible to a broad range of Apple users.

### How often is See It updated?

The app was last updated on October 20, 2015, with version 1.5. While it has not been updated recently, it remains functional for its intended purpose.

### What is the user sentiment for See It?

See It has an average rating of 3.7 stars from 15 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its users.

### Is See It suitable for children?

See It has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is appropriate for children aged four and older. Its utility features are designed for a wide user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2015-10-20

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

- Fixed bug where loading spinner wouldn't disappear.
- Improved video render quality.
- Other misc. fixes and adjustments.

### 1.4 — 2015-06-06

- Fixed issue where zoom slider would disappear on devices running iOS 8.1.3 or later
- Miscellaneous bug fixes and minor improvements

### 1.3 — 2013-07-24

- Fixed landscape rotation bug for iPhone and iPod Touch
- Implemented image stabilization for devices that support it.
- Increased maximum zoom level in settings.
- Other minor bug fixes and UI improvements.

### 1.2 — 2012-10-05

- Added support for Retina 4 displays.
- Added settings bundle which will allow you to set the maximum zoom scale and other various settings from your device's settings app.
- Fixed bug where the app would resume the video feed after it had been paused, and the app was sent to the background.
- Minor UI tweaks and general improvements.

### 1.1 — 2012-05-02

- A new brighter, more vibrant, app icon.
- Added Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow color modes.
- Added button to pause video feed.
- Minor performance adjustments.

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