# TheParallaxView — 3D depth illusion

> 3D depth illusion app using head tracking and ARKit. (iPhone/iPad app by Algomystic AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theparallaxview/id1352818700 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Algomystic AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/296667197)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 326 App Store ratings · 205 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theparallaxview/id1352818700/reviews.md

## What is TheParallaxView?

Only works on iPhones with TrueDepth camera

Illusion of depth by 3D head tracking using ARKit and TrueDepth camera. For best results, only one eye should be open (the app allows selecting which eye to track, or can try to select eye automatically)

By tracking the users head orientation and position, the eye position in 3D can be found. The app can then render a correct view on the display as seen from that position. For rendering this view an off-axis projection (non-symmetric camera frustum) is used. This gives the illusion that objects appear in front of and behind the screen.

## Key features

- 3D depth illusion
- Head tracking
- ARKit integration
- TrueDepth camera support
- Off-axis projection

## What do users think of TheParallaxView?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Impressive technology
- 😎 Cool and trippy illusion
- 💡 Unique and innovative concept
- 🤩 Genius programming
- 🤯 Mind-blowing experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing
- 🔋 Causes phone to overheat
- 🤔 Limited number of 3D models
- 😕 Doesn't work on some newer iPhone models

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incompatible with iPhone 8, 7, and older models
- Doesn't recognize iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR
- Freezes or crashes on some devices

**Most requested features**

- Add support for more iPhone models
- Allow users to create custom 3D scenes
- Implement a sensitivity slider for head/phone movement
- Add more 3D scene options
- Integrate with live wallpaper functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 205)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theparallaxview/id1352818700/reviews.md

### 2/5 — ADD THE ABILITY TO MAKE CUSTOM BACKGROUNDS

*2026-04-07, version 1.6*

app has been out almost 10 years and there’s no other app that works like this. if we could upload or make our own 3d backgrounds id be grateful

### 5/5 — Interesting

*2026-04-05, version 1.6*

Goid optical illusion

### 3/5 — Works i guess

*2026-01-03, version 1.6*

It kinda works, and its cool just kinda boring

### 4/5 — Good

*2025-04-14, version 1.6*

It works well. It would be nice to be able to add custom scenes.

### 3/5 — 3 and a half stars

*2025-03-30, version 1.6*

I really like it but it would be better if I didn’t have to have a true depth camera and if we could make custom ones

### 5/5 — Cool 😎

*2025-03-20, version 1.6*

An unusual experience, it works great

### 5/5 — Better than i expected

*2025-01-31, version 1.6*

Closing one eye sells the illusion even more

### 4/5 — Great app

*2025-01-08, version 1.6*

When recorded from an external device, it looks great, in person, it’s alright. Also, there is a very limited amount of 3D models to choose from, I thing it would be cool to add a functionality to upload your own 3D models to view

### 5/5 — Useless but cool! 😎

*2024-12-12, version 1.6*

This is probably the coolest app on my phone. Also the most useless one 🤣! I love it!

There is this saying in my country when someone does something incredibly: “Looks like someone had time to spare!”

### 4/5 — Good but sometimes freezes

*2024-11-10, version 1.6*

It freezes when i play but overall besides that it is very good👍👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌👌👌👌🤫🧏‍♂️

## Frequently asked questions about TheParallaxView

### What does TheParallaxView do?

TheParallaxView creates a 3D depth illusion on your iPhone. It uses ARKit and your device's TrueDepth camera to track your head movements. This allows the app to render a view that makes objects appear to be in front of or behind your screen.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app's main feature is generating a 3D depth illusion through head tracking. It utilizes ARKit and the TrueDepth camera for accurate tracking. It also employs off-axis projection to achieve the visual effect, and allows for selecting which eye to track for optimal results.

### Is TheParallaxView free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, suggesting a completely free experience for users.

### What devices are compatible with TheParallaxView?

This application specifically requires an iPhone equipped with a TrueDepth camera. It leverages ARKit, which is available on compatible iPhone models. Older iPhones or those without a TrueDepth camera will not be able to run the app.

### How can I get the best illusion effect?

For the best results, it is recommended that only one eye is open while using the app. The app provides an option to select which eye to track or attempts to select it automatically. This helps in achieving a more convincing 3D depth illusion.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2019-10-05

Now works on all iPhones with TrueDepth camera!
Fixed the freeze bug
New scene: HoloCubes!

### 1.5 — 2019-02-21

Added full support for iPhone XS and XR

### 1.4 — 2018-11-08

Better UI scaling

### 1.3 — 2018-03-25

[only works on iPhone X]
Improved Vibranium!

### 1.2 — 2018-03-22

[Only works on iPhone X]
・New scene! - Hand
・New scene! - Vibranium
・Eye Height slider - allows adjusting the height for better eye tracking.
・High IPD Range checkbox 0-200mm (normal range is 50-80mm). Useful for: set to high values and place a camera next to the eye to correctly render a view for the camera. Set to zero to get a view that is equally wrong for both eyes :)
・Checks that camera access is authorised and if not, shows an error and instructions.
・Better error message on non-iPhone X devices.

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