# Toon Shine - Cartoonize photos

> Applies cartoon filters to photos for a unique artistic effect. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Dr. Rieger.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toon-shine-cartoonize-photos/id687451397 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Dr. Rieger](https://appshunter.io/developer/464916737)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2013-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toon-shine-cartoonize-photos/id687451397/reviews.md

## What is Toon Shine?

Let your photos toon shine by turning them into cartoon like pictures. 

Create impressive images by toon shining your photos. The toon shine effect will make your photos look like a cartoon.

Creating toon shine images is quick and easy. Take a photo with your camera and apply the toon filter on the image. Share your toon shine images on Facebook, Twitter and other social nets. Send an email with the image attached to it or save it in your photo album. 

There are no limits on what you can toon shine. Toon shine your car, friends, kids, your dog or your holiday pictures.

## Key features

- Cartoon photo effects
- Apply filters to existing photos
- Take photos with camera
- Share on social media
- Save images to device

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toon-shine-cartoonize-photos/id687451397/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Needs serious improvement

*2015-07-04*

This App doesn't work , doesn't load any pictures keeps crashing 😡

### 5/5 — Cool

*2015-05-09*

Neat

### 1/5 — Worthless

*2014-02-19*

No instructions. Looks like you have to shell out money right away to use.

### 1/5 — Sorry...

*2014-01-28*

...sogar ein Stern ist zu viel...!

### 1/5 — My review of this product:

*2014-01-12*

Worst cartoon app I've ever tried. It distorts the photo and doesn't outline correctly. Not worth the download whatsoever.

### 5/5 — Toller Partyspass

*2013-09-18*

Macht echt Laune

### 5/5 — Cool app

*2013-09-15*

Cool

### 5/5 — I love it

*2013-09-04*

Ein Spaß für jede Party !!!

### 5/5 — Gute App!

*2013-09-03*

Gute App., tut was sie soll und läuft zuverlässig.

### 5/5 — Toller Effekt

*2013-09-03*

Lustige Toonbilder

## Frequently asked questions about Toon Shine

### Does Toon Shine have ads?

Yes, Toon Shine contains advertisements. This is how the app remains free to use for all users.

### What devices does Toon Shine support?

Toon Shine is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for Toon Shine?

Toon Shine has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users including children.

### How often is Toon Shine updated?

The app was last updated on February 24, 2021, with version 1.6.5. Users can expect updates to maintain compatibility and performance.

### Can I use Toon Shine offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, applying filters and saving images typically requires an internet connection for some processes.

### What kind of photos can I cartoonize with Toon Shine?

You can toon shine any photo, including pictures of your car, friends, kids, pets, or holiday memories.

### How do I share my cartoonized photos?

You can share your toon shine images directly on platforms like Facebook and Twitter, or send them via email.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.5 — 2021-02-24

Performance improvements

### 1.6.1 — 2021-01-23

Performance improvements

### 1.5.1 — 2020-01-03

Performance improvements

### 1.0.11 — 2016-06-27

Minor fixes

### 1.0.10 — 2016-06-18

Minor changes

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