BLIPS - SmartMicroOptics

Name: BLIPS - SmartMicroOptics
Rating: 3.5882354 (102 reviews)
Author: SmartMicroOptics

By: SmartMicroOptics

Photo application optimized for easy use of Blips lenses.

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Features & Capabilities

BLIPS - SmartMicroOptics is a specialized photo application designed to enhance the use of BLIPS lenses or DIPLE systems, enabling users to capture high-quality macro and microscopic photos and videos. The app offers dedicated features such as digital zoom for increased magnification, a controllable flashlight to improve image clarity, and a timer for stabilized shots.

Users can take multiple shots quickly, lock autofocus when needed, and store their photos and videos in a dedicated "SMO" folder within the Android device's gallery for easy sharing and editing. The full screen is utilized to display minute details directly on the smartphone, making it ideal for scientific observation or hobbyist photography at microscopic scales. For more information, visit www.blips.pro.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

1.0.4 Last updated: 2023-08-31

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Creation date:

2016-08-02

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
com.lklab.smo.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

3.07MB

Email:

an*****@smartmicrooptics.com

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Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-09

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# 407,776 ▼ 1,638

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Developed by:

SmartMicroOptics

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lklab.smo

Email:

an*****@smartmicrooptics.com

Website:

http://www.smartmicrooptics.com

User Reviews

Users generally appreciate the app's performance with macro lenses, praising its autofocus and detailed close-up shots, especially when used with official hardware. However, multiple reviews mention focus problems and the inability to save photos to external storage as significant drawbacks. Some users express distrust regarding app permissions, suspecting it could be spyware. Overall, the app serves macro photography needs well but has usability and privacy concerns.

Pros

Works well with the macro lenses, producing excellent macro shots
Autofocus ability is excellent within optimal focal distance
Compatible with the official hardware kits from the Kickstarter product
Good for taking detailed images, especially of plants

Cons

Does not allow saving images to SD card or external storage, only internal storage
Focus issues reported by multiple users, some stating it won't focus properly
Some users feel the app's macro capability is no better than a normal camera zoom
Concerns over app permissions suggesting potential spyware