Even though iPhone comes with some amount of photo filtering, it is decidedly inadequate, especially for those of us who enjoy dressing our images in interesting manners. For the most part, I don't find it that much of an issue since I can fashion photos in a myriad of ways once I put them on my PC. However, I sure would appreciate being able to do fancy modifications right on the phone as well.
The 99-cent app 101 PhotoFilters fits the requirement nicely, offering 102 (yes, missed the mark by one) different alterations to images stored on your phone. It comes with a nice set of options that include traditional filters (like grayscale and overburn), creative new modifications and some inanities. Quite a few of the filters do border on the frivolous, though I count at least 30 or so that I'll probably be using regularly.
Using the app is not the most intuitive process, though it's usable enough once you get the hang of the controls. The opening sequence is particularly dumbfounding, basically going against your natural navigation instincts.
Filtering is pretty fast, with a progress bar showing you the status of the update. Changes are not automatically committed so you can easily try a different filter or revert to the original photo in case you choose one that's not to your liking. You can also layer multiple filters on a single photo, which can lead to pretty impressive results.
With 102 filter options, 101 PhotoFilters is a pretty good use of your app dollar. It's a very worthwhile tool that I wouldn't mind keeping on my iPhone for the long haul.
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