Solar Snap

Name: Solar Snap
Rating: 4.7 (6409 reviews)
Author: Rise Up Games

by Rise Up Games

iPhone

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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At a glance: $1.99

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Photo & Video
Education

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Price: $1.99

Last verified 31 Jul 2026

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4.7 6409 ratings · App Store

4/5Bluetooth Missing
While I’ve only played with the app a couple times taking pics of the sun there is one critical feature that’s missing. Bluetooth support. Considering that many people may want to use a tripod to help steady their shot, especially if zoomed in being able to trigger the shutter via Bluetooth should be standard. All that happens is the trigger increases my Ringer volume. I have an iPhone 15 Pro Max with the latest iOS release. I’d think with the last total eclipse in the continental US until 2045 that this wouldn’t be missing. With that said, none of my 3rd party camera apps do this either - Moment, Camera+, Nightcap. Yet Filmic and MoviePro do allow Bluetooth to start and stop video recording. The other apps that can do video don’t work in video mode either. I took off one star due to this. Though maybe that’s just they way it is.

Marz8 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Great app and works so well! Clear eclipse photos!
I never write reviews on apps but this app is great. I have a fancy iPhone camera that takes not so great photos of the eclipse ( even with adjusting the exposure and all sorts of stuff) but they never come out clear. Which is sad. I found this app because I have their physical solar filter and I’m finally able to take clear photos of the eclipse because of this app. I’m so happy because I finally got to experience the eclipse and I’m so happy. Short: good app, clear photos, and it’s free. Pls download you will thank me later.

Arkinai · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Loved using this app
While I wasn’t able to figure out how to get the partial eclipse I was able to get some great pics of the Solar Eclipse this year thanks to this app for my phone. They came out so well and I’ve gotten many compliments on what great pics they are. Thank you Solar Snap. Really appreciate this app. Plus I didn’t have to pay a premium or sign up. Just download and use. Easy and very good.

SJW123 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Great app, please add remote shutter support
Update, used this all today for eclipse. And the total eclipse feature worked great. Got some great pics (for iPhone) of Corona and even some faint prominences This is a great app, it makes much better pictures of the sun that the native camera app. It also defaults to the 5x camera while the normal photo app switches depending on light conditions. It would be even better if it added remote shutter support either from the Apple Watch or one of this Bluetooth shutters. I know this app is for handheld photos but many might mount the phone to a tripod or on binoculars or telescope. For people using a telescope it would be nice if the app also offered support for the normal lens on phones. However for handheld photos of the sun this app in its current form is great.

FlyingDutchMan69 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Great app. Leaving a 5-star before uninstall
Great app, allowed me to take beautiful eclipse pictures just with my iphone. I wish there would be solar eclipse everyday so I could use this app on a daily basis 😆. Unfortunately that’s not the case. I feel sorry to uninstall this excellent app the day after the eclipse. But I will make sure Im coming back in 20 years when the next total eclipse comes into play. LOL.

Kunkka Wei · 31 Jul 2026

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1
1.0.1
• UI improvements
1.0.2
• Bug fixes and performance improvements
1.1
Preparation for the upcoming eclipse! • Added more information about eclipse preparation and upcoming eclipses • UI improvements and bug fixes
1.2
We're so hyped for the April 8 eclipse and cannot wait to capture this once in a lifetime event! As our crew readies for the journey to Texas, we wanted to squeeze in one last update to make Solar Snap even better and easier to use. Here's what's new: • Updated UI with easier to read font and easier to use controls • Optimizations for the big eclipse! Wishing you all clear skies and a safe and joyous time experiencing this magical event!
2.0
Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned our app in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: - Complete redesign, including a cleaner layout and more accessible controls - New: Eclipse Companion - automatically displays real-time solar and eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder, so you never need to look away - New: Fully interactive eclipse map - runs a global solar eclipse simulation completely offline, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! - Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it!
2.0.1
Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: - Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls - New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! - New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! - Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it!
2.0.2
Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it!
2.0.3
Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it!
2.0.4 · 1 Jun 2026
Welcome to Solar Snap 2.0! We've completely redesigned Solar Snap in preparation for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse and couldn't be more excited! Here's what's new: • Complete redesign with an improved layout and more accessible controls • New: In-camera Eclipse Companion automatically displays realtime eclipse information at the top of the viewfinder. It's like having a real life astronomer by your side! • New: Fully interactive offline eclipse map running a global eclipse simulation, with detailed information to prepare you for the next eclipse, no matter where you are, even if you don't have a signal! • Expanded tutorial now includes videos showing how to build a camera filter, and how to practice at home • Added localization for French, German and Spanish We can't wait to see totality in Spain this year, hope you can make it!

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