Advanced AI Vision Solutions for the Modern World

Embedded AI: No Download Required

CaptionEdge v1.5.0 ships with the AI Vision Language Model (VLM) packaged inside the app:

• Instant-On Captioning: Open the app and start generating captions immediately—no first-launch download
• Fully Offline: No network required for AI captioning; everything runs on your device
• Reliable Launch: No risk of app failing to launch due to download issues or connectivity
• Same Quality: The same powerful vision-language model, now built in for instant access
• Privacy Unchanged: All processing remains 100% on-device; your media never leaves your device

In-App Camera: Capture and Caption in One Place

The new built-in camera lets users take photos and record videos directly in CaptionEdge, with captions ready to burn in or share:

• Built-in Camera: Take photos and record videos without leaving CaptionEdge
• Captions Burned In: Generate AI captions and save with text overlay for share-ready media
• Flash Control: Turn flash on, off, or auto when taking photos
• Pinch to Zoom: Frame your shot with intuitive zoom
• Camera Switch: Flip between front and back camera with a tap
• Video Resolution: Choose your preferred resolution for camera capture
• Recording Timer: See how long you've been recording with an on-screen timer
• Audio Support: Recorded videos include audio tracks
• Save to Photos: Newly taken media automatically saves to your Photos library

The camera is accessible from the caption view for a quick capture-and-caption flow, ideal for social creators, vloggers, and anyone who wants to capture and caption in one seamless step.

Reliability and Quality Improvements

Enhanced video frame processing, better HDR handling, and improved support for various video formats (HDR, 10-bit, different color spaces) for more reliable scene descriptions.

"Privacy doesn't take a back seat when we add features. The camera and the embedded model both run entirely on-device. Photos, videos, and AI processing never leave the user's device."

— Jimmy Lo, Founder of Seapines AI

Technical Specifications

• System Requirements: iOS 26.1+
• Storage: ~2GB for app installation (WiFi recommended for update due to embedded AI model)
• Processing: 100% on-device AI processing including camera and embedded VLM
• Supported Formats: Images and videos from Photos, Files, camera, and iCloud
• Privacy: All processing is local; no media or facial data is transmitted

Availability

CaptionEdge v1.5.0 is available now on the App Store. The update is free for existing users. All features—including Pro (ad-free experience and family sharing for up to 6 members)—are available through the existing in-app subscription.

Revolutionary Facial Recognition Feature:

• Personalized Captions: Automatically recognize and name people in photos and videos
• Transform Generic to Personal: Convert descriptions like "two people" into "Sarah and John"
• Better Context: Understand who is in your media at a glance, making photo and video collections more meaningful
• Social Media Ready: Create captions that identify friends and family for social media posts
• Memory Preservation: Never forget who was in special moments - names are automatically included in captions
• Accessibility: Helps visually impaired users know who appears in their media through captions
• Professional Use Cases: Perfect for event photographers, family historians, or anyone managing large photo collections

How Facial Recognition Works:

The facial recognition feature is designed for ease of use and privacy:

• Simple Setup: Users add photos of people they want the app to recognize through an intuitive interface
• Automatic Detection: The app automatically detects and identifies faces when generating captions
• Seamless Integration: Facial recognition works with all caption styles and description modes
• Privacy First: All face recognition happens on-device - facial data never leaves the user's device
• Import/Export: Users can backup and transfer their facial database between devices

Import and Export Functionality:

CaptionEdge v1.4.0 includes robust import/export capabilities for facial databases:

• Export Faces: Save entire facial database to a JSON file for backup or transfer
• Import Faces: Restore faces from previously exported files
• Easy Sharing: Export files can be shared via AirDrop, Files app, or any sharing method
• Seamless Transfer: Move facial recognition database between devices effortlessly
• Data Backup: Keep backups of recognized faces for peace of mind

Performance and Reliability Improvements:

• New and Improved VLM: Upgraded to a new and improved Vision Language Model for enhanced vision understanding, better accuracy, and improved performance
• Database Optimizations: Streamlined database structure for faster face recognition
• Faster Queries: Optimized database queries for quicker face matching
• Better Memory Usage: Reduced memory footprint for facial recognition operations
• Improved Error Handling: Better error messages and recovery for import/export operations
• Enhanced Stability: Various stability improvements throughout the app

Enhanced User Experience:

• Simplified Face Management: Cleaner interface focusing on essential information
• Streamlined Interface: Easier navigation and better organization of face management features
• Clear Feedback: Success and error messages for import/export operations
• More Informative Captions: Captions now include who is in photos and videos, not just what's happening
• Better Organization: Easily search and find media by recognizing who appears in captions

Privacy-First Approach:

CaptionEdge continues to process all content locally on the user's device, ensuring complete privacy and security. Facial recognition data, photos, videos, and personal information never leave the user's iPhone or iPad.

"Privacy remains fundamental to everything we do, especially with facial recognition. Users can process sensitive content, personal videos, or confidential materials without any risk of data exposure. All AI processing, including facial recognition, happens on-device, giving users complete control over their data. This is particularly important for families, professionals, and anyone concerned about privacy."

— Jimmy Lo, Founder of Seapines AI

Technical Specifications:

• System Requirements: iOS 26.0+
• Storage: 1GB+ free space for initial AI model download
• Processing: 100% on-device AI processing including facial recognition
• Supported Formats: Images and videos from Photos, Files, and iCloud
• Privacy: All facial recognition data processed locally, never transmitted

Availability:

CaptionEdge v1.4.0 is available now on the App Store. The update is free for existing users. Facial recognition is available to all users, with Pro features (ad-free experience and family sharing for up to 6 members) available through in-app subscription.

Revolutionary Text Overlay Feature:

• Direct Media Embedding: Add captions directly onto images and videos with beautiful, customizable text overlays
• Full Customization Control: Control fonts, colors, backgrounds, positioning, and animations
• Live Preview: See exactly how captions will look before saving
• Smart Warnings: Get notified if media already has captions burned in to avoid duplicates
• Flexible Saving: Choose to save with or without text overlays using the save menu
• Animation Effects: Add fade-in, fade-out, and slide animations for video captions
• Display Modes: Auto mode intelligently segments captions, or use Full Length mode to display throughout the entire video
• Corner Radius Control: Adjust background corner radius for a polished, professional look

Expanded Global Language Support:

The update expands language support to 13 languages, adding four new languages:

• Portuguese (Portugal)
• Turkish
• Traditional Chinese
• Vietnamese

This brings total language support to 13 languages, including existing support for English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), and Simplified Chinese. All 13 languages feature complete translation coverage for UI elements, settings, and help guides, providing a native language experience across the entire app.

Smarter Caption Generation with Context Assist:

CaptionEdge v1.3.0 introduces Context Assist, an intelligent feature that enhances caption quality by automatically including contextual information:

• Location Context: Automatically includes location information in captions when available
• Date Context: Adds date and time information to make captions more informative
• Extra Hint: Allows users to provide additional context or instructions to guide caption generation
• Smart Integration: Works seamlessly with all description modes (Whole Video, Scene-by-Scene, Closed Captions, and Video Maps)

The update also includes improved AI prompts for more accurate and natural captions, better scene detection for more precise segmentation, reduced repetition through smarter algorithms, and enhanced multilingual support specifically for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean languages.

Enhanced Caption Editing:

Users can now edit generated captions with immediate visual feedback:

• Live Editing: Edit captions and see changes reflected immediately
• Smart Re-Parsing: Edited captions are automatically re-imported and formatted correctly
• Mode Detection: Automatically detects caption format (Whole Video, Closed Captions, or Video Map)
• Format Preservation: Maintains caption format and structure during editing

Free Version Now Includes All Features:

In a significant shift toward accessibility, CaptionEdge v1.3.0 makes all features available in the free version:

Free Version Now Includes:

• Unlimited Batch Processing: No limits on photos and videos
• All 13 Languages: Full access to all supported languages with complete translation features
• All 11 Caption Styles: Access to every caption style including Detailed, Casual, Narrative, Educational, Fun, Professional, Emotional, and Social Media Friendly
• Text File Export: Save captions as .txt and .srt files for easy sharing and editing
• Text Overlay Feature: Full customization options for burning captions onto media
• Context Assist: Enhanced caption quality with location, date, and custom hints
• All Core Features: Photos, videos, audio transcription, and more
• Reduced Ad Frequency: Ads now appear every 5 caption generations (reduced from every 3)

Pro Version Benefits:

• Ad-Free Experience: No advertisements while using the app—enjoy uninterrupted captioning
• Family Sharing: Share your Pro subscription with up to 6 family members at no extra cost

Performance and Reliability Improvements:

• Better Error Handling: Improved handling of long videos with smart batching and automatic retries for transient errors
• Faster Processing: Performance optimizations for quicker caption generation
• Memory Management: Improved memory usage for better stability
• Better Feedback: Clearer error messages and recovery options

Pricing and Availability:

System Requirements: iOS 26.0+ (iPhone and iPad), 1GB+ free space for initial AI model download, 100% on-device processing - no internet required after setup

Availability: CaptionEdge v1.3.0 is available now on the App Store. The update is free for existing users. Pro features (ad-free experience and family sharing) are available through in-app subscription.