Changes: Version History HRZN is localized into 10 more languages, bringing support to English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. The app is also localized for the English variants in the US, the UK, Australia, and Canada.
We also fixes some minor issues in the same update. 2026.6 Jun 17 This update fixes some issues with imaging and artifacts on photos from certain devices. 2026.5 May 7 This update contains some improvements and bug fixes:
- Some text labels in the UI might not be properly localized to Simplified Chinese. Fixed.
- The app might freeze upon re-opening from the widget. Fixed.
We also did some minor refactoring — not visible to you, but helpful for us to ensure app quality in the long run.
Thank you and hope you’ll enjoy the update! 2026.4 Apr 7 This update fixed some issues with the app:
* Alerts and confirmation dialogs in the app might not have a proper “Cancel” button on iOS 18. Fixed.
* Some of the text in the app might not be properly localized in Simplified Chinese. Fixed.
* The app would occasionally crash on iPhone 13 and 14 models when using some film presets. This was due to data caching that happened to act up on certain processors. Fixed.
Thank you and hope you’ll enjoy the update! 2026.3 Mar 3 This version fixes the issue with the viewfinder: now you can tap to focus and swipe up/down to adjust exposure. 2026.2 Feb 18 Happy 2026! HRZN is updated for the new year with improvements on UI and the photography experience.
◎ Camera improvements
You can now use hardware buttons to take a photo, including the volume up/down buttons and the dedicated camera button on certain devices.
We also improved the zooming experience — you can easily swap to another focal length by tapping the buttons, instead of fiddling with a slider.
◎ iCloud sync for presets
Your preset collection is saved and synced to iCloud, so that you can have the same set of presets on all your devices. When you migrate to a new iPhone, your presets should download automatically, too.
◎ iCloud Family Sharing
We are making HRZN Pro membership eligible for iCloud Family Sharing. You can now share your purchase with up to 5 other people in the same family.
◎ Liquid Glass on OS 26
We adopted the Liquid Glass design for iOS and iPadOS 26, but kept the app compatible to iOS 18.2+. Widgets on Lock Screen and Home Screen are also updated to look modern and consistent regardless of the Home Screen appearance you choose.
◎ Improved iPad support
HRZN now supports the camera in all 4 orientations, and you can use the app in a window. This works for both iOS/iPadOS 18 and 26.
◎ Invisible housekeeping
We gutted the app’s code base to prepare it for more timely and regular updates in the future. This is where we hope you notice nothing ;)
If you happen to be interested in the technical details:
- We adopted App Intents framework, the modern architecture that contributes to Siri/Apple Intelligence, and powers Home Screen and Lock Screen Widgets
- We switched to full SwiftUI–managed app lifecycle — now it’s a lot easier to manage UI code that scales from iPhone to iPad
- We flattened the project structure and did a lot of refactoring
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Thank you and please let us know if you have any feedback or suggestions! 2026.1 Feb 3 Hi there! Version 5.3 is out with a few touch-ups:
* You can rename your presets! Provide a custom name of your presets, and you can distinguish those using the same Artistic Style.
* Improved imaging: we improved the imaging pipeline so that the filters are applied before any image compression takes effect. You may notice less artifact produced from the imaging process.
* Miscellaneous fixes: We addressed a few bugs that caused the app to crash or to drain the battery unnecessarily when the camera isn't in use.
Hope you'll enjoy this update! For any feedback/suggestions, please feel free to get in touch within the app. 5.3 09/01/2024 Version 5.1 fixed a few issues following our major update from 5.0.
We're still working to improve the experience with HRZN. We hope you'll enjoy taking photos with it! 5.1 02/20/2023 Version 5.0.2 fixed a few issues:
* The app bundle size is now cut in half—we removed a lot of unused resource files.
* There were some navigation issues when entering preset list from the camera. Fixed.
* Haptic feedback wasn't working as intended. Fixed.
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HRZN 5 is a major update with more free contents, as well as more powerful tools for our creative Pro Members.
#### Make Your Cameras ####
Create camera presets with Artistic Styles, Aspect Ratio and Preferred Camera Lens. Fine-tune details with exposure, highlight, shadow and vignette, all for your perfect camera preset.
#### More Film Presets ####
HRZN 5 now has 40+ film presets, available to Pro Members with no extra charge. We are also providing 4 film styles to free users.
In addition, you can now adjust intensity of the film presets.
#### Aspect Ratios ####
HRZN 5 can now take photos in aspect ratios such as 3:2 or 6:7 — in addition to 21:9 ultra-wide.
#### Non-destructive Editing ####
HRZN 5 now has full integration with iOS Photo Library. All edits are non-destructive and reversible—worry no more when you are taking photos, or importing an old one.
You can easily revert your photo to un-edited and un-cropped in iOS Photo Library or within HRZN.
#### More Features ####
- iPhone 14 Pro support: Take sharp images with the 2x zoom factor on iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max.
- iPad support: We updated the camera layout on iPad for more ergonomic photo taking.
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Hope you'll enjoy this update! For any feedback/suggestions, please feel free to get in touch within the app. 5.0.2 11/15/2022 Version 5.0.1 fixed a few issues:
* HRZN 4 users were not able to see old photos in the app. Fixed.
* Users were not able to take photos using iPhone volume buttons. Fixed.
Previously—
HRZN 5 is a major update with more free contents, as well as more powerful tools for our creative Pro Members.
#### Make Your Cameras ####
Create camera presets with Artistic Styles, Aspect Ratio and Preferred Camera Lens. Fine-tune details with exposure, highlight, shadow and vignette, all for your perfect camera preset.
#### More Film Presets ####
HRZN 5 now has 40+ film presets, available to Pro Members with no extra charge. We are also providing 4 film styles to free users.
In addition, you can now adjust intensity of the film presets.
#### Aspect Ratios ####
HRZN 5 can now take photos in aspect ratios such as 3:2 or 6:7 — in addition to 21:9 ultra-wide.
#### Non-destructive Editing ####
HRZN 5 now has full integration with iOS Photo Library. All edits are non-destructive and reversible—worry no more when you are taking photos, or importing an old one.
You can easily revert your photo to un-edited and un-cropped in iOS Photo Library or within HRZN.
#### More Features ####
- iPhone 14 Pro support: Take sharp images with the 2x zoom factor on iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max.
- iPad support: We updated the camera layout on iPad for more ergonomic photo taking.
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Hope you'll enjoy this update! For any feedback/suggestions, please feel free to get in touch within the app. 5.0.1 11/10/2022 HRZN 5 is a major update with more free contents, as well as more powerful tools for our creative Pro Members.
#### Make Your Cameras ####
Create camera presets with Artistic Styles, Aspect Ratio and Preferred Camera Lens. Fine-tune details with exposure, highlight, shadow and vignette, all for your perfect camera preset.
#### More Film Presets ####
HRZN 5 now has 40+ film presets, available to Pro Members with no extra charge. We are also providing 4 film styles to free users.
In addition, you can now adjust intensity of the film presets.
#### Aspect Ratios ####
HRZN 5 can now take photos in aspect ratios such as 3:2 or 6:7 — in addition to 21:9 ultra-wide.
#### Non-destructive Editing ####
HRZN 5 now has full integration with iOS Photo Library. All edits are non-destructive and reversible—worry no more when you are taking photos, or importing an old one.
You can easily revert your photo to un-edited and un-cropped in iOS Photo Library or within HRZN.
#### More Features ####
- iPhone 14 Pro support: Take sharp images with the 2x zoom factor on iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max.
- iPad support: We updated the camera layout on iPad for more ergonomic photo taking.
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Hope you'll enjoy this update! For any feedback/suggestions, please feel free to get in touch within the app. 5.0 11/06/2022 Version 4.6 adds a Lock Screen widget, so you can launch HRZN directly from the Lock Screen! (Available on iOS 16.)
This version also fixed some localization issues.
Hope you’ll enjoy this update. For any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to get in touch—we’re all ears. 4.6 10/04/2022 ## New Preset ##
Introducing Marigold, our latest addition to the preset family.
Marigold is a modern, colourful film preset that brings out the warmth in your photos. It's perfect for the fall when things are turning red, golden and brown.
## iPhone 14 Pro Support ##
We are adding support for iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. Tapping the zoom button will toggle between 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0x zoom levels that are available on these models.
In addition, photos taken on these models will look sharper thanks to the updated image processing pipeline.
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Hope you'll enjoy this update! If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to reach out. 4.5 09/27/2022 We have made some updates so that the app stays compatible with what's coming your way. 4.4 09/08/2022 Version 4.3.1 fixed some bugs and addressed a few issues that affected performance:
* Some users were seeing original filter for CN-400 and CR-800 film effects. Fixed.
* The camera might get stuck when switching between front- and rear-facing cameras. Fixed.
* The app might become irresponsive upon first launch. Fixed. Switching film presets now feels a lot smoother, too, as a result.
* The app might read location data more frequently than necessary. Fixed. Now HRZN only receives location updates when you move off a certain distance on earth, and it saves some battery life in the process.
* Some users were having issues when saving photos. Fixed.
We have some more updates on the way. Stay tuned! 4.3.1 03/25/2022 This update fixed some issue with subscription items and their localization. 4.2.2 12/23/2021 This version fixed an issue with in-app purchases, and lets Pro Membership subscribers see which app enabled the membership. 4.2.1 12/16/2021 Version 4.2 fixed some issues with purchases for some users, and make onboarding smoother for new users.
Also included: HRZN Pro Membership now gives you access to FRMD, our sister app that makes instant photos. With one purchase, you can access premium contents in both apps. 4.2 12/15/2021 Version 4.1 supports the 3x telephoto lens on iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Previously — HRZN 4 is a major update that brings you better experience especially on modern devices.
> > Metal support
You can see it, and you can feel it. This app developer has honed his skills to use Metal in the app where possible. Your phone will not be hot to the touch anymore. Your battery lasts a lot longer. It enables updated filter selection screen where you have 6 live previews at once, all rendered buttery smooth.
> > Improved image processing
Images are now processed in a broader colour space early on. As a result, you end up taking better photos, with faster processing and less artifacts.
> > HEIC support
Photos you take are now stored in HEIC format (except on iPhone 6s, where HEIC encoding isn’t supported by hardware). It’s more efficient and takes up less storage on your phone.
> > Other updates that you’ll enjoy
Live preview on film selection. Larger viewfinder on full-screen iPhones. Geo-tagging on photos you take (with optimized performance that preserves battery life). 4.1 09/29/2021 Version 4.0.6 fixed an issue that prevented tap-to-focus on certain iPhones.
Previously — HRZN 4 is a major update that brings you better experience especially on modern devices.
> > Metal support
You can see it, and you can feel it. This app developer has honed his skills to use Metal in the app where possible. Your phone will not be hot to the touch anymore. Your battery lasts a lot longer. It enables updated filter selection screen where you have 6 live previews at once, all rendered buttery smooth.
> > Improved image processing
Images are now processed in a broader colour space early on. As a result, you end up taking better photos, with faster processing and less artifacts.
> > HEIC support
Photos you take are now stored in HEIC format (except on iPhone 6s, where HEIC encoding isn’t supported by hardware). It’s more efficient and takes up less storage on your phone.
> > Other updates that you’ll enjoy
Live preview on film selection. Larger viewfinder on full-screen iPhones. Geo-tagging on photos you take (with optimized performance that preserves battery life). 4.0.6 09/23/2021 Version 4.0.5 brings more fixes of bugs and UI issues following the big Version 4 release. Thank you for your feedback and continued support!
Previously — HRZN 4 is a major update that brings you better experience especially on modern devices.
> > Metal support
You can see it, and you can feel it. This app developer has honed his skills to use Metal in the app where possible. Your phone will not be hot to the touch anymore. Your battery lasts a lot longer. It enables updated filter selection screen where you have 6 live previews at once, all rendered buttery smooth.
> > Improved image processing
Images are now processed in a broader colour space early on. As a result, you end up taking better photos, with faster processing and less artifacts.
> > HEIC support
Photos you take are now stored in HEIC format (except on iPhone 6s, where HEIC encoding isn’t supported by hardware). It’s more efficient and takes up less storage on your phone.
> > Other updates that you’ll enjoy
Live preview on film selection. Larger viewfinder on full-screen iPhones. Geo-tagging on photos you take (with optimized performance that preserves battery life). 4.0.5 09/14/2021 Version 4.0.4 fixed some issues with in-app purchases. Please feel free to reach out to
[email protected] for any issues with your purchase and we will be able to assist.
It’s been long! HRZN 4 is a major update that brings you better experience especially on modern devices.
> > Metal support
You can see it, and you can feel it. This app developer has honed his skills to use Metal in the app where possible. Your phone will not be hot to the touch anymore. Your battery lasts a lot longer. It enables updated filter selection screen where you have 6 live previews at once, all rendered buttery smooth.
> > Improved image processing
Images are now processed in a broader colour space early on. As a result, you end up taking better photos, with faster processing and less artifacts.
> > HEIC support
Photos you take are now stored in HEIC format (except on iPhone 6s, where HEIC encoding isn’t supported by hardware). It’s more efficient and takes up less storage on your phone.
> > Other updates that you’ll enjoy
Live preview on film selection. Larger viewfinder on full-screen iPhones. Geo-tagging on photos you take (with optimized performance that preserves battery life). 4.0.4 09/13/2021 It’s been long! HRZN 4 is a major update that brings you better experience especially on modern devices.
> > Metal support
You can see it, and you can feel it. This app developer has honed his skills to use Metal in the app where possible. Your phone will not be hot to the touch anymore. Your battery lasts a lot longer. It enables updated filter selection screen where you have 6 live previews at once, all rendered buttery smooth.
> > Improved image processing
Images are now processed in a broader colour space early on. As a result, you end up taking better photos, with faster processing and less artifacts.
> > HEIC support
Photos you take are now stored in HEIC format (except on iPhone 6s, where HEIC encoding isn’t supported by hardware). It’s more efficient and takes up less storage on your phone.
> > Other updates that you’ll enjoy
Live preview on film selection. Larger viewfinder on full-screen iPhones. Geo-tagging on photos you take (with optimized performance that preserves battery life). 4.0.3 09/09/2021 Fixed an issue where the flash is not enabled properly. 3.7.2 12/17/2020 Version 3.7.1 fixed an issue that prevented users from zooming in / out. 3.7.1 12/15/2020
