Maptur (Software)
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| Developer(s) | Adiframe Media Corp. |
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| Initial release | August 27, 2025 |
| Stable release | 1.1.0
/ October 15, 2025 |
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| Operating system | iOS, Windows, macOS |
| Platform | iPhone, Desktop (via Blender addon) |
| License | Freemium (Free Edition available, Pro subscription $14.99/month) |
| Website | maptur |
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Maptur is a motion capture software application developed by Adiframe Media Corp. that converts positioning data from iOS devices into real-time 6DOF (six degrees of freedom) tracking data for use in 3D computer graphics applications, primarily Blender.[1] The software uses inertial measurement unit (IMU) data and ARKit from iPhone devices to enable artists and animators to capture natural camera movement and translate it directly into virtual 3D scenes.[2]
The software was covered by Japanese CG news outlet 3dnchu in September 2025, which described it as a real-time 3D tracking platform that enables virtual camera control by linking iOS devices with Blender.[3] The software has also been featured in tutorials on the Chinese video platform Bilibili.[4]
Overview
Maptur functions as a bridge between mobile devices and 3D animation software, allowing users to use their iPhone as a virtual camera controller. The system streams motion data over Wi-Fi to a companion Blender addon, which applies the captured movement to virtual cameras in real-time.[1] This approach provides an accessible alternative to traditional motion capture systems, which typically require specialized hardware and studio setups.
The software is available in multiple tiers: a free edition with basic functionality limited to rotation-only control, and a Pro subscription that includes advanced features such as full axis control, logged session recording, live viewport monitoring, data smoothing, and multi-computer support.[3]
Features
Live Control
The Live Control mode enables real-time streaming of IMU data from an iOS device to Blender over a local Wi-Fi network. Users can adjust which camera properties are affected by the motion data, including translation and rotation axes. The system includes built-in smoothing algorithms to reduce jitter and create more cinematic camera movement.[1]
Captured Logs
Pro users can record motion capture sessions on their iOS device for later use. These logged sessions preserve the captured camera movement data with timecode synchronization, allowing users to import and apply the motion as keyframes in Blender at a later time.[3]
Live Viewport Monitoring
A feature exclusive to Pro users allows the iPhone to display a live stream of the Blender viewport at up to 60 frames per second, enabling users to see the 3D scene while controlling the virtual camera. The feature supports all shading modes, though performance with ray tracing is hardware-dependent.[3]
Technical Implementation
Maptur utilizes ARKit for rotation and translation tracking, with an IMU-only mode available for rotation-only capture at higher reporting rates. The software includes algorithms for data smoothing and dynamic cleanup to prevent data loss during live sessions.[1]
Compatibility
The iOS application requires iOS 18.6 or later and is compatible with iPhone 6S and newer models.[2] The Blender addon supports both Windows and macOS operating systems.[1]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Maptur GitHub Repository". GitHub. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Maptur: Live Mocap for Blender on the App Store". Apple Inc. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Maptur - リアルタイム3Dトラッキングプラットフォーム！バーチャルカメラ用アプリ＆アドオンでiOSデバイスとBlenderを連動も可能！" (in 日本語). 3D人-3dnchu-. 2025-09-26. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ "Maptur" (in 中文). Bilibili. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
External links
Category:Software Category:Blender Foundation
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