# ShakeItPhoto

> iPhone app for creating and developing Polaroid-style framed photos. (iPhone/iPad app by Zinc Collective LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakeitphoto/id302926603 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zinc Collective LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724105780)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.23/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 116 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-04-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakeitphoto/id302926603/reviews.md

## What is ShakeItPhoto?

Take a perfect Polaroid frame photo with your iPhone. No Film Required.

ShakeItPhoto brings the experience of taking Polaroid frame photos to your iPhone and iPod Touch.  

Just take a photo and out pops a perfect Polaroid frame photo. Watch your image develop and shake the image just like a real Polaroid frame photo to make it develop.  

Our perfect processing makes a real Polaroid frame print (or photo).

Take It, Shake It, Share It.

Note:  this app does not work on iPads (yet).

• Authorized Polaroid licensee •

FEATURES

• Create Picture perfect Polaroid Photos.
• Our perfect processing makes a real Polaroid frame print (or photo).
• Turn your existing images into Polaroid Frame Photos.
• Authentic sound and animation brings back memories of shooting Polaroid Frame Photos. 
• Send Directly To Your Favorite Photo Sharing Apps. 
• MakeSquare™ keeps the classic Polaroid look in tact when posting to Instagram.


REVIEWS

***** App Store "Staff Favorite" 
***** "Worth every penny."
***** "Best Fauxlaroid app i've tried."
***** "5 out of 5. Has quickly become one of my favorite iPhone photo apps." - iphoneography.com

## Key features

- Create Polaroid frame photos
- Develop photos with a shake
- Convert existing images
- Authentic sound and animation
- Direct sharing to apps
- Instagram-friendly square format

## What do users think of ShakeItPhoto?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎨 Authentic Polaroid effect and aesthetic
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🎯 Excellent color grading and saturation
- 🎬 Fun shake animation and sound effects
- 💰 Affordable price point
- 📸 Works with both new photos and existing library images
- ✨ Transforms ordinary iPhone photos into artistic shots
- 🔄 Can reprocess photos for additional effects

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- ⚠️ Outdated and no longer maintained
- 📱 Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- 🖼️ Overly aggressive filtering without adjustment options
- ⏱️ Slow development animation becomes tedious
- 🎯 Unpredictable and uncontrollable cropping
- 📐 Aspect ratio issues with modern devices
- 🔲 Viewfinder doesn't match final output

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when developing photos
- Photos develop as completely black
- Incompatible with iOS 8 and iOS 12
- App scaling issues on larger iPhones
- Viewfinder changed from square to rectangle
- App crashes on launch after updates
- Black screen during photo development
- Inconsistent cropping behavior
- Memory issues and performance degradation
- File size exceeds 20MB, preventing updates
- Photo library randomly disappears
- Continuous shake requirement for development
- Front-facing camera low resolution
- Instagram sharing not functional despite claims

**Most requested features**

- Adjustable filter intensity and customization options
- Crop preview and manual positioning before processing
- Square format viewfinder for accurate framing
- Text/date stamp capability on photos
- Direct Instagram sharing integration
- Optional instant development without shaking
- Full resolution image support
- Additional Polaroid frame styles and templates
- Black and white filter option
- Ability to save original unprocessed photo
- Email sharing directly from app
- Photo deletion within the app
- Metadata preservation (EXIF data, GPS, dates)
- Thicker bottom border for authentic Polaroid look
- Image manipulation during development (smearing/rubbing)
- Batch processing capability
- Wallpaper setting option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 116)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakeitphoto/id302926603/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Like but could be better

*2023-09-07*

I like this app a lot but I think that it would be better if it’s camera inter face was a Polaroid camera it would make that app better, and then I think it would feel more real.

### 5/5 — First and favorite- only authentic polaroid app

*2020-12-15, version 3.2.3*

I have been using this app since 2011 and it is still my favorite.  I have tried other photo filters and always come back to shakeit!  I just purchased the app for a new iphone 12 and have had no problem with it and think the 1.99 price s more than fair.
It does sometimes seem to go black when it develops a photo but when you go to photo app the photo is intact.  Also if you want to control the placement in the frame shoot in square format or crop to the square you want.  I used a real polaroid back in the day and the authentic feel is dead on in my opinion.
Plus- love the 'shake'

### 2/5 — No longer compatible with iOS12

*2019-06-13, version 3.2.3*

Used to be the best and simplest app. Developer hasn’t touched it in 2 years and now crashes when trying to develop a photo. No longer compatible with iOS12.

Additionally, the app scaling for anything bigger than an iPhone 7 is way off. 

PLEASE UPDATE AND KEEP THIS APP ALIVE.

### 1/5 — Don’t purchase.

*2019-02-20, version 3.2.3*

The photos are overly filtered and you can’t adjust it. It makes your photos look like they have Instagram filters from 2010. The crop is always a hit or miss too. This would be okay if it were a free app.

### 2/5 — Used to be awesome

*2018-04-11, version 3.2.3*

This was my favorite app for a long time until the photos just starting coming out completely black. 
I tried reinstalling it three times and each time the same thing happens. Bummer.

### 1/5 — Lost the square view finder

*2017-01-03, version 3.2.3*

I love this app and some months ago it's Photo interface changed to A rectangle instead of the square that actually shows me the image that I am going to take. Help.

### 1/5 — While I usually LOVE this app

*2015-07-09*

While I usually love this app, the latest update is providing some issues. I can no longer open the app at until as when I do it crashes immediately, I hope the next update will quickly recover this glitch please.

### 4/5 — DOES NOT HAVE AN OPTION TO POST ON instagram.

*2015-06-30, version 3.0*

I hate how it doesn't have the option to post photos on Instagram. It only give you the option to post on Twitter or Facebook. When you want to post the pics you took with this app you have to crop it to square with will now look like a frame instead of a Polaroid pic. It's only 99cents but still what a let down. When it says on the Polaroid FB page we can directly post on Instagram when we really can't. If you're looking to post a Polaroid like pics on Instagram,this is not the app that you're looking for. So just save yourself the money. Unless you just want cute pics to post on fb and Twitter.

### 1/5 — Not iOS 8 compatible

*2014-09-29*

I made a mistake by buying this app a couple of days ago. It doesn't work! I'm thinking it's because it's not iOS 8 compatible. So please, fix that, or give me my $2.00 back!

### 1/5 — Went from Fav app to Least!

*2013-06-03, version 2.0.1*

This app was my go to photo editor.. With brilliant polaroid inspired filters and the most accurate depiction of the time.  Sadly... Someone took away the photo editing/post development options. That's where they made a big mistake. Because I certain cases the photo does not turn out how you envisioned it and all you want to do is change it to your go-to filter! Now you are stuck with one option.. One development.. One chance.  When before you could take a photo, have the option to switch filters, change its intensity, customize the frame, and have all options to save it! Now it doesn't even have a 'save to camera roll' option!!? How can you go from the PERFECT app.. And then take everything away from it and lose customers overnight. Bad choices SHAKE IT PHOTO APP. Nonsensical to take away the best things about an app... And think people will still want to use it. Basic logic. Was fun while it lasted I guess. Disappointed!!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about ShakeItPhoto

### What does ShakeItPhoto do?

ShakeItPhoto allows you to take photos on your iPhone and apply authentic Polaroid-style frames. It simulates the development process of a real Polaroid, where you shake the image to watch it appear. You can also convert your existing photos into this classic format.

### How do I develop my photos in ShakeItPhoto?

Once you take a photo or convert an existing image, it will appear as a blank Polaroid frame. To develop the image, simply shake your iPhone. This action mimics the physical process of developing a real Polaroid print.

### Is ShakeItPhoto compatible with iPads?

Currently, ShakeItPhoto is designed to work on iPhones and iPod Touches. The app description explicitly states that it does not work on iPads at this time.

### Can I share my Polaroid-style photos with others?

Yes, you can easily share your developed Polaroid-style photos directly to your favorite photo sharing applications. The app also includes a 'MakeSquare™' feature to ensure the classic Polaroid look is maintained when posting to platforms like Instagram.

### What makes the Polaroid experience authentic in this app?

The app aims for authenticity through its perfect processing that creates a real Polaroid frame print look. It also incorporates authentic sound effects and animations that evoke the memories of shooting with a real Polaroid camera.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.0 — 2023-10-11

- Minor support for WebP format images from the Photo Library
- Camera support for known iOS 14, 15, 16, 17 devices.
- Support for selective access of photo libraries.

Bug fixes:
- Irregular cropping has been stabilized and is much more predictable.
- The grey bar at the top of many renders has been corrected.

### 3.5.0 — 2023-04-19

- Camera support for known iOS 14, 15, 16 devices.
- Support for selective access of photo libraries.
- Improved handling for sharing feature.
- Filter support for more image formats on some devices.

### 3.3.2 — 2022-03-21

Rephrased PLR IP LLC to Polaroid BV to match Polaroid's IP Requirements.

### 3.3.1 — 2022-02-27

Rephrased Copy to Match Polaroid's IP Requirements

### 3.3.0 — 2021-04-08

- Polaroid brand guidelines update
- Updated to support the newer iOS versions (14+)
- Fixed crashing bug with saving/exporting to the Photo Library
- Improved crash reporting for improved customer support and more timely updates
- DEVELOPER'S NOTE: This app is under new management. Bug fixes and other updates will be released in the coming months.  Submit feature requests and general feedback here: [http://www.momentpark.com/contact-us]  It WILL be read by a human.

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