# Solar Snap — The Eclipse App > Solar eclipse photography and simulation app with camera filter integration. (iPhone/iPad app by Rise Up Games.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-snap/id1599230728 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rise Up Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/923703769) - Category: Photo & Video, Education - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.70/5 from 6,438 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.1 · 34 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish - Released: 2022-02-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-snap/id1599230728/reviews.md ## What is Solar Snap? Everything you need for the next solar eclipse, all in one app! Introducing Solar Snap: a camera filter + app combo that can help you take amazing photos of the sun, whether there’s an eclipse, or any other day. Simply attach the filter to your phone, open Solar Snap, and snap away! Solar Snap also includes an interactive, offline global solar eclipse simulator, with detailed information and times to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, where you are going, even if you don't have a signal! Solar Snap can be used with our Solar Snap filter kit available at: https://www.eclipseglasses.com/products/solar-snap-the-eclipse-app. This filter protects your phone camera from damage by the bright sun. You may optionally re-use old eclipse glasses by cutting a pair in half and taping it over your camera lens. Video instructions by Astronomer Doug Duncan included in the app. Total solar eclipses are crossing Europe and the Middle East in 2026 and 2027. Get ready! ## Key features - Solar eclipse photography - Camera filter integration - Offline global eclipse simulator - Detailed eclipse timings - Expert video instructions - Sun photography filter ## What do users think of Solar Snap? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 High-quality and stable app - 🚀 Excellent for capturing eclipse photos - 🔍 Powerful camera controls (focus, zoom, exposure) - 🤖 Automatic total eclipse mode works great - 📸 Produces clear, crisp photos - 🤩 Exceeded user expectations **Cons** - 🐛 Issues with photos not being saved - 🤔 Automatic lighting changes made photos terrible - 🤷‍♂️ Struggled to capture partial eclipse stages - 🧭 No option to use front-facing camera **Commonly reported bugs** - Photos permission required error - Velcro mount issues causing distortion **Most requested features** - Add remote shutter support (e.g., Bluetooth, Apple Watch) - Support for external lenses/telescopes - Ability to select camera lens on multi-camera phones ## Recent user reviews (10 of 87) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-snap/id1599230728/reviews.md ### 5/5 — The perfect eclipse companion! *2026-08-15* I was able to take amazing photos of the August 2026 solar eclipse with the app + camera filter! And the in-app timer was super useful to get ready for the different stages of the eclipse. My experience wouldn’t have been the same without this app! A big thank you to the developers 😃 ### 5/5 — Brilliant for automated totality *2026-08-13, version 2.0.8* This app saved me! Took some super shots on my iPhone and the automated totality option was fab. It’s takes a range of pics every few seconds automatically. Leaving you to enjoy the moment ### 5/5 — Super *2026-08-13* Was able to take nice shots of the 2026 eclipse in Paris also using the protection layer on the camera. Good results and guidance thanks to the app 🌙 ### 1/5 — Bof *2026-08-12* Je suis désolé, mais j’ai utilisé l’appli pour l’éclipse en Espagne et j’ai pris de meilleures photos en passant par l’appareil photo de l’iPhone. ### 1/5 — Rubbish *2026-08-12, version 2.0.8* Didn’t even slightly work. Only works if buy extra filter that it doesn’t mention obviously. Robbed ### 1/5 — Nulle *2026-08-12* Nulle ### 1/5 — Not that great for photos *2026-08-12, version 2.0.8* Filter doesn’t really help capture solar eclipse ### 1/5 — Escroquerie *2026-08-12* A eviter ### 5/5 — Great app! Switch off Auto-Lock *2026-08-06, version 2.0.7* Like the latest version! Set Auto-Lock to Never. Otherwise, your phone will lock during the run and you will not get the expected sequence. That happened to me during testing ### 5/5 — Solar Snap *2025-11-09, version 1.2* Very high quality and stable application. Yes perfect job. Very and very professional application. Seriously. Very nice ## Frequently asked questions about Solar Snap ### What does Solar Snap do? Solar Snap is designed to help you capture amazing photos of the sun, especially during solar eclipses. It works with a special camera filter to protect your phone's lens and includes an offline simulator with detailed information and timings for global solar eclipses. ### How does the camera filter work? The app is designed to be used with a physical Solar Snap filter kit or a DIY filter made from old eclipse glasses. This filter attaches to your phone's camera lens, protecting it from damage caused by the bright sun and enabling you to take clear, safe photos. ### Is the eclipse simulator accurate and offline? Yes, the app features an interactive, offline global solar eclipse simulator. It provides detailed information and precise timings for upcoming eclipses, ensuring you can prepare and plan your viewing and photography, even without an internet signal. ### What are the upcoming eclipses mentioned? The app highlights upcoming total solar eclipses crossing Europe and the Middle East in 2026 and 2027. It aims to help users prepare for these significant celestial events, regardless of their location. ### Is there a cost to use Solar Snap? Based on the provided information, the app itself is free to use. However, it is designed to be used with a physical Solar Snap filter kit or a DIY filter, which would be a separate purchase. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.8 — 2026-08-11 Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added ProRAW for supported devices • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it! ### 2.0.7 — 2026-08-04 Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it! ### 2.0.5 — 2026-07-31 Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it! ### 2.0.4 — 2026-06-01 Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it! ### 2.0.3 — 2026-06-01 Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it! ## Apps similar to Solar Snap | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Photo Timer Camera: Lenspal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-timer-camera-lenspal/id1643185715) | 4.6 (399) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Self timer Pro Camera photo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-timer-pro-camera-photo/id836710225) | 5.0 (1) | $0.99 | Photo & Video | | [Fast Camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-camera/id402777723) | 4.7 (697) | $4.99 | Photo & Video | | [Photo Timer+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-timer-plus/id557785123) | 4.7 (8,345) | Free | Photo & Video | | [OSnap! 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