While there are plenty of apps available that allow you to make subtle effect changes to your photographs, Pixlr-o-matic looks to have trumped them all with its sheer range of effects that have the ability to make your random snapshots look like vintage – and on occasions – professional photography.
Firstly, the app looks great, giving you the impression you’re in your very own dark room, and the interface is smooth and quick, even when you’re in the process of applying effects. The photos appear in an instant, giving you the chance to swipe through them effortlessly until you find something that catches your eye. Moreover, the process of enhancing your image also turns out to be reasonably straightforward.
It’s also refreshing that Pixlr-o-matic deals with your photos first, giving you the choice of taking a photo or uploading one, rather than simply asking you to settle on your e ffect before choosing your image. This allows for a more enjoyable experience, as you can spend ages scrolling through effects and lighting changes as you see t in order to observe exactly how each one alters the photo.
Of course, given all the choice that is available here, it can sometimes be hard to settle on an effect, which is why it’s great that you have the option of coming back later and editing your photos, rather than having to decide and share straight away. There are some great saving options on display here, with the ability to upload to Flickr, Facebook and Dropbox. It’s this area where the iOS version of the app trumps the Android version as these options currently aren’t available anywhere except on the iPhone.
Pixlr-o-matic
Make your photos stand out with Pixlr-o-matic
Price: Free Developer: Autodesk
Rating ★★★★★
source : iPhone App Directory Volume 9 © 2012 Imagine Publishing Ltd
