# SPIE Conferences

> Mobile guide for SPIE conferences, symposia, exhibitors, and participants. (iPhone/iPad app by SPIE.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spie-conferences/id349678364 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SPIE](https://appshunter.io/developer/349678367)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 141 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spie-conferences/id349678364/reviews.md

## What is SPIE Conferences?

Hold the program and exhibition guides for all current and upcoming SPIE conferences and exhibitions in the palm of your hand.

    • Complete programs of all SPIE symposia including events, exhibitors, and participants.
    • Sync My Schedule between your mobile device and desktop computer.
    • Be notified when events added to My Schedule are about to begin.
    • Add notes to any event, exhibitor, or person.
    • Use search filters and sorting options including relevance sort. 
    • Find events and exhibitors on venue floor plans.

At SPIE we strengthen the global optics and photonics community through conferences, publications, and professional development, bringing together engineers, scientists, students, and industry leaders to advance light-based science and technologies. Inspired by the transformative power of photonics to enhance life around the globe, over the past five years SPIE has contributed more than $24 million to the international optics community.

## Key features

- Complete conference programs
- Sync schedule between devices
- Event reminders
- Add notes to events and exhibitors
- Search and filter options
- Venue floor plans

## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spie-conferences/id349678364/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worst app ever

*2026-02-24, version 14.0.5*

Whoever designed this has never tested or used the app. Totally useless , tough to organize talks to attend. Stupid design

### 5/5 — Excellent app!

*2023-10-25, version 13.2.4*

The app developers at SPIE have done a great job on this app. I particularly like how it is intuitive to use and is easy to find information. I especially like how you can follow (add to your schedule) talks, events, and speakers. So I can easily follow various speakers or talks. It also has an amazing map, so when I was a bit lost in the building I could just click on the talk in the app and it showed me the exact location on the map. 5 stars from me!

### 5/5 — Works great

*2023-08-23, version 13.2.3*

This is the first of such event apps that actually works well and adds value over other solutions. There are sometimes crashes, but it always worked on the second try for me.

### 5/5 — Very useful tool!

*2022-04-06, version 12.1.7*

I downloaded the SPIE app for Photonics West and was very impressed at how useful it was in finding information, planning booth visits and viewing the event schedule. Also helped in connecting with other attendees. Will definitely use the app in planning future conferences!

### 5/5 — So much better!

*2022-02-20, version 12.1.0*

Wow the app has really changed and is so much better.  Thanks for all the bug fixes!  And how cool to meet the developer at Photonics West so we could have a real conversation about functionality.

### 1/5 — Can’t find talks.

*2020-02-08, version 8.0.6*

I tried searching for a talk I was referred to by putting words I knew were in the talk’s title in the search bar.   Nothing useful came up.

### 5/5 — This apps a lifesaver

*2019-08-12, version 7.7.3*

Love the SPIE conferences as always. Would strongly recommend this app if you attend their events.

### 4/5 — iOS update prob killed it

*2019-08-12, version 7.7.3*

The app worked all week as I was preparing for Optics & Photonics in San Diego.  Then I updated my iOS on Saturday and next time I tried to run SPIE it crashes.  I know you’re frantically bug hunting. Good luck.

### 1/5 — Crashes immediately on iOS 12.3.1

*2019-08-12, version 7.7.2*

The app crashes as soon as I try to select the conference. Reinstall hasn’t fixed the issue.

### 1/5 — It was working till the day when the conference stared :-(

*2019-08-12, version 7.7.2*

Day before Optics and Photonics everything was great, but some new update to like or not ( what a stupid idea for science conference) it is crashing constantly. I had created a schedule for all presentations I wanted to attend and this morning all gone. Using the bulky printed program is a nightmare. Why are you making this app if it doesn't work when it is needed!
Very disappointed

## Frequently asked questions about SPIE Conferences

### What does the SPIE Conferences app do?

The SPIE Conferences app provides a mobile platform to access program and exhibition guides for all current and upcoming SPIE conferences and exhibitions. It allows users to view complete symposia programs, including events, exhibitors, and participants, and helps them navigate the conference venue.

### What are the key features of the SPIE Conferences app?

Key features include access to complete conference programs, the ability to sync your schedule between mobile and desktop devices, notifications for upcoming events in your schedule, options to add notes to events and exhibitors, advanced search and filtering capabilities, and the ability to locate events and exhibitors on venue floor plans.

### Is the SPIE Conferences app free to use?

The application is free to download and use. However, as indicated by the presence of ads, it is supported by advertising.

### What kind of events can I find on the SPIE Conferences app?

You can find information on all current and upcoming SPIE conferences and exhibitions. This includes symposia, individual events within those symposia, exhibitor details, and participant information, all related to optics and photonics.

### How does the app help me manage my conference schedule?

The app allows you to create and manage your personal schedule. You can add specific events and exhibitors to 'My Schedule,' sync this schedule across your mobile device and desktop computer, and receive timely notifications before your scheduled events are about to begin.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 14.1.1 — 2026-08-14

Fixed an issue that could impact account creation

### 14.1.0 — 2026-08-11

Free time recommendations. 
AI chatbot links to app content
Numerous behind the scenes updates to improve reliability and performance.

### 14.0.11 — 2026-07-07

Fixed issue that could mask the Save button when submitting a session report

### 14.0.10 — 2026-06-18

*New* AI based event recommendations
Performance improvements
Bug fixes

### 14.0.9 — 2026-04-23

UI and performance enhancements
Bug fixes

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