# Swish Static Noise — Static noise and visuals

> Generates on-demand static noise and visual static for relaxation or ambiance. (iPhone/iPad app by Red Sweater Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swish-static-noise/id289939916 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Red Sweater Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/289939919)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-02-11
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swish-static-noise/id289939916/reviews.md

## What is Swish Static Noise?

Static noise and visuals at your fingertips.

Swish is a static noise generator, useful for calming babies, blocking out unwanted noises, or just adding a bit of static to your life, if that's what you're into!

Many apps use megabytes of storage with enormous recorded loops, leaving less space for your movies, photos, and music. Swish uses the built-in audio of your device to generate high-quality static noise while conserving storage space and battery life.

• Usage Tips •

- Slide the volume to off before switching apps or sleeping your device to disable the background static noise.

- Leave the volume on while switching to another app to hear static noise while continuing to use your device.

- Leave the volume on while putting the device to sleep to hear static noise while your display is turned off.

• Design Advantages •

Swish's visual design also features random visual noise, reminiscent of vintage television displays tuned to a missing channel. To disable this visual while using Swish, just push the sleep button on your phone to deactivate the display.

Swish is optimized to use a minimal amount of your phone's space and processing power. Swish uses CoreAudio to generate random white noise on-the-fly, and the power of your device's graphics card to produce static visual noise very efficiently. Because Swish does not include pre-recorded audio files, it uses only a small amount of space on your phone.

## Key features

- On-demand static noise generation
- Visual static effects
- Conserves storage space
- Optimized battery usage
- Minimal processing power required
- Background audio playback

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swish-static-noise/id289939916/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice job I wish I could get rid of the fake TV border etc.

*2020-09-18, version 2.1*

Nice job… Besides getting rid of the fake TV border and the slider I wish you could influence the parameters of the size of the static and perhaps the tape tape TYPE of static of static… what I would like is for my entire iPad Pro to appear broken ha ha Ha perhaps if you input the wrong password you would get the static screen only

### 5/5 — Infant-approved!

*2019-04-21, version 2.1*

I purchased this app while still in the maternity ward, hours after our daughter was born. She calmed down immediately.  This was nine years ago, but I am pleased to see the app still getting updates so many years later.

For the next version, please add features to keep the now-nine-year-old from fighting with her pre-teen sister. Just kidding. Thanks!

### 2/5 — Too simple to be useful

*2016-05-08, version 2.0.4*

Visualization part is useless. Although noise is good, no ways to customize or tweak it. No native iOS play/pause integration.

### 5/5 — THE VERY BEST SOUNDING WHITE NOISE

*2016-03-07, version 2.0.4*

THIS APP DELIVERS WHITE NOISE LIKE NO OTHER. SOOTHING, RELAXING, NON OBTRUSIVE, COMPATIBLE, THESE ARE ALL WORDS I COULD USE TO DESCRIBE THIS APP. THANK YOU DEVELOPERS FOR ONE OF THE BEST SOUNDING WHITE NOISE APPS IN THE APP STORE.

### 5/5 — Amazingly useful

*2014-04-22, version 2.0.2*

Really does calm my newborn baby when nothing else will. The app could do with a little extra work but it does what it’s supposed to quickly and easily. Considering it doesn’t use the iOS media controls I was pleased to discover that the Stop Playing option on the timer does in fact stop Shush. Great app, good work Mr Jalkut.

### 2/5 — Unresponsive

*2013-12-03, version 2.0.2*

Slider only responds intermittently to touch. Very annoying, especially when the volume "sticks" in the loud position. 

For a paid app, I expect better. Why not simply tie volume to the system volume?

### 5/5 — My daughter loves this

*2013-10-10, version 2.0.2*

Easily the best designed white noise app on any platform... Wholly recommend this.

### 5/5 — life saver

*2013-02-09, version 2.0.1*

This app works for my baby.  Whenever he's a little fussy and we want some sleep, we just swaddle him and turn on this app (quietly) and he calms down almost immediately.  After 5-10 minutes, he gets bored and falls asleep.

### 5/5 — It's just white noise

*2013-01-13, version 2.0.1*

This is a brilliant app. Generates white noise and does nothing else. This app has been used to help my son (now one year old) go to sleep since he was born. When he's stressed and won't sleep this app works. Can't rate it high enough. Just proves that apps don't have to have bells and whistles, they just need to work and work well.

### 5/5 — Pleasant

*2012-01-18, version 2.0*

This app does just what it says. The TV is fun to look for traveling patterns in. Altogether relaxing and simplistic.

## Frequently asked questions about Swish Static Noise

### What is Swish Static Noise used for?

Swish Static Noise is used to generate static noise and visual static effects. It can be helpful for calming babies, blocking out unwanted noises, or creating a specific ambiance.

### How does Swish Static Noise conserve storage space?

Unlike many apps that use large recorded audio files, Swish Static Noise generates its audio and visual static on-the-fly using your device's built-in capabilities. This results in a very small app size.

### Can Swish Static Noise play static noise in the background?

Yes, you can leave the volume on while switching to another app or putting your device to sleep. This allows you to hear static noise while continuing to use your device or when the display is turned off.

### How much does Swish Static Noise cost?

Swish Static Noise is a paid application, priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to its features without any additional costs or subscriptions.

### Does Swish Static Noise have ads?

No, Swish Static Noise is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain any advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is Swish Static Noise available on?

Swish Static Noise is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run efficiently across these Apple platforms.

### How often is Swish Static Noise updated?

The latest version of Swish Static Noise is 2.1.1, which was last updated on March 31, 2023. Updates typically focus on performance improvements and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Swish Static Noise?

Swish Static Noise has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.1 — 2023-03-31

Rebuilt with latest Xcode tools for compatibility with latest devices

### 2.1 — 2019-04-21

This update improves Swish by bringing it up to date for optimal performance the latest iOS devices:

- Improved graphics to look sharper on newer iPhones

- Updated to use the full screen size of iPhone X and other newer devices

- Remove "reflection gloss" from TV screen graphic

If you have a minute, please leave a rating or review in the App Store. It means a lot.
Questions or concerns about the app? Get in touch at support@red-sweater.com. Thank you!

### 2.0.4 — 2016-01-22

This version restores the ability of Swish to continue playing static noise while in the background. This behavior was inadvertently lost in the 2.0.3 update.

### 2.0.3 — 2016-01-20

The app formerly known as "Shush" Is now "Swish".

This update restores the application to the App Store, after changing the name for legal reasons.

### 2.0.2 — 2013-09-13

- Minor fixes for iOS 7 compatibility

- Add Crashlytics for stability monitoring

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