Magnify It! app for iPhone and iPad

Magnify It! is a simple magnifying glass app that allows you to view and zoom objects through the built-in camera. If available, the camera light may also be turned on for low light conditions.

"Commander Wakedale here. Sometimes you just need a quick close up look at something. This is perfect for that, nuff said."
- Commander Montague Wakedale, Airship Corp retired.

Key features of Magnify It!
- Adjustable magnification.
- Light, because sometimes its dark.
- One hand operation.

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