Description
Transform your photos with the iconic Atkinson dithering algorithm — the same technique used on the original Macintosh by
Bill Atkinson. Create stunning retro-style images with a single tap.
# What is Atkinson Dithering?
Atkinson dithering was the algorithm behind the classic 1-bit graphics of early Macintosh computers. It converts photos i
nto beautiful two-tone pixel patterns, producing images with a distinctive vintage charm and remarkably small file sizes.
# Features
- Real-time Atkinson dithering preview through your camera
- 7 retro-tech color palettes: Terminal Green, Amber Monitor, Original Macintosh, Game Boy, Apple II Green, White Phospho
r, and classic black & white
- 5 iconic frames inspired by computing history: MacPaint, Classic Mac window, Terminal, White Frame, and frameless
- Adjustable brightness control
- Rounded corner option
- Square photo output optimized for social media
- Lightweight PNG output with tiny file sizes
# Color Palettes
Go beyond black and white. Choose from color palettes inspired by legendary displays — the green glow of VT100 terminals, the warm amber of IBM monitors, the creamy screen of the original Macintosh, and more.
# Retro Frames
Wrap your dithered photos in frames inspired by classic software. The MacPaint frame features pixel-perfect tool palettes and menu bars, just like Bill Atkinson's legendary paint program. The Classic Mac frame recreates the iconic window chrome of early Macintosh.
# Perfect for
- Retro and vintage photo enthusiasts
- Pixel art lovers
- Social media posts with a unique aesthetic
- Anyone who appreciates the beauty of 1-bit graphics
What's new (v1.1.0)
Added Color Palettes and Frames!
[Color Palettes]
Enjoy your photos in 7 retro-tech color palettes. Terminal Green, Amber Monitor, Original Macintosh, Game Boy, and more
— recreating the look of classic computer screens.
[Frames]
Add retro frames to your photos:
- MacPaint: Inspired by the legendary paint app by Bill Atkinson
- Classic Mac: Classic Macintosh window-style frame
- Terminal: Terminal window-style frame
- White Frame / No Frame
Simply choose a theme (frame + palette combination) to instantly change the mood. You can also customize the palette
independently.
[Other Improvements]
- Moved rounded corner toggle to save screen for real-time preview
- Added icons to brightness slider
- Improved overall UI usability