# urobi — AI-powered visual helper

> AI-powered visual helper (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Berthold Schirmer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/urobi/id6766274541 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Berthold Schirmer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896262449)
- Category: Utilities, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2026-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/urobi/id6766274541/reviews.md

## What is urobi?

This app is designed for people who are blind or visually impaired. Built to be simple, only three buttons and reliable from the very first moment.
Forget all overcomplicated apps. Only focus on key functionality. 

Core Features (Large Buttons)

Make a Picture
Take a photo instantly using your phone’s back camera. The app analyzes the image and describes what’s in front of you—clearly and naturally, like a human assistant.

Scan Text
Point your camera at any text—documents, signs, menus—and hear it read aloud with high accuracy.

Ask Questions
Want more details? Ask follow-up questions about what you just captured or anything else. The app responds intelligently and conversationally.

Designed for Accessibility
Only three large, easy-to-find buttons
Works without needing to see the screen, haptic feedback
Immediate start via SIRI, no extra taps required
Fully voice-based responses

Adjustable speaking speed
Multiple voice options
Credit base system to pay what you use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Credits | $17.99 | one-time |
| 14000 Credits | $44.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.3 — 2026-08-21

- add in app payments
- fix start up sound
- improve accuracy

### 1.1.2 — 2026-08-18

Fixed Siri Shortcuts startup behavior for a faster, more reliable launch.
Increased the AI token limit for more complete responses.
Fixed internet search in follow-up mode.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-08-12

Follow-up mode and internet search are now enabled by default
Image quality for scans now defaults to 25% for faster processing

### 1.1 — 2026-08-08

Switched from monthly subscriptions to usage-based payments.
Purchase credits using in-app purchases.
Pay only for what you use—no recurring subscription required.
Make internet research tool calling in the follow up mode available and configurable 
Update to gpt-5.4-nano

### 1.0 — 2026-05-12

No release notes.

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