The mobile version of the photogrammetry app RealityScan Mobile 1.8 by Epic Games has been updated to version 1.8 for both iOS and Android. The official release notes detail several new features, fixes and known issues.

What’s new: Capture modes and tools

RealityScan 1.8 introduces three shooting modes designed for different use cases. AR Guidance mode employs augmented reality overlays to display a live point-cloud and photo positions, showing where more images are needed for complete coverage. Object Mode adds advanced camera controls and automatic background removal, allowing users to rotate or move the object for a full capture. Standard Mode offers the same controls without background removal, suitable for scanning objects within their original environment.

A new interactive view cube enables rotation from any angle and switching to predefined orthographic views. Mesh Clean Up tools now allow users to select and delete unwanted parts of a generated mesh using lasso or rectangle selection. The addition of focus peaking overlays highlights areas that are sharply focused, improving capture quality in-camera.

Version 1.8 also introduces a capture interval timer, enabling automatic photo capture at regular intervals — a practical addition for turntable or tripod setups. The new watertight mesh option allows users to choose between generating sealed, 3D-printable meshes or non-watertight ones that may preserve more surface detail when masking has not been used. Continuous light mode gives control over the phone’s flashlight, allowing it to remain steadily on for low-light environments instead of flashing intermittently.

Practical relevance for production users

For professionals in postproduction, VFX, realtime graphics, or game development, the new features significantly improve mobile photogrammetry workflows. AR Guidance reduces coverage errors by providing live feedback during scanning. Object Mode’s background removal results in cleaner object isolation, an advantage when creating assets for VFX or realtime engines. Focus peaking and the interval timer support more consistent capture, particularly for stationary or rotating subjects.

The option to choose between watertight and non-watertight mesh output provides flexibility depending on end use, whether for 3D printing or game-ready asset creation. On-device mesh clean-up tools reduce early cleanup effort before exporting to desktop software. Overall, the update moves RealityScan closer to a professional capture companion for on-site or field asset collection.

Fixes, known issues and considerations

RealityScan 1.8 resolves several bugs across both iOS and Android platforms. On Android, it fixes poor image quality and large HEIF file sizes when scanning in AR mode, as well as issues with photo orientation on certain devices such as the ASUS ROG 6D Ultimate. On iOS, the update corrects missing flash indicators, projects stuck in “Processing” status, user sign-outs during scanning, and problems with sharing scans to Sketchfab when minimising the app.

Several issues remain unresolved. On Android, reprocessed models may appear cropped. On iOS, newly processed projects can still get stuck in “Processing”, the top-to-back view transition remains unsmooth, and differences persist between RAW and JPEG image outputs. Clean installs can sometimes result in a black camera view until the app is restarted.

Before deploying this release in any professional environment, users are advised to test performance and output on their specific devices and within their pipeline to confirm reliability and image consistency.

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RealityScan 1.5.3 just landed for iOS, and it’s making 3D capture that much simpler, especially for anyone whose day isn’t complete without creating a high-quality 3D model out of, well, photos. RealityScan has dropped the mandatory Sketchfab link for bulk processing, making batch scanning as laid-back as possible.

This update tackles bug fixes, polishes up photo uploads (so fewer weird misfires in captures), and makes sure that even HEIC images reliably convert to JPEG. On the scan side, RealityScan keeps all the techy goodness that matters most to artists—think sharp, detailed model captures and an app that can handle workflows where precision matters. The improved guidance system and feedback prompts help fill any image gaps, ensuring the final scan comes out looking crisp.

RealityScan is available for iPhones and iPads with iOS 16 or newer and Android devices with ARCore support running Android 7 or higher. It’s free to download, and exports are also completely free. When you upload a model to Sketchfab for the first time, you’ll get a free year of Sketchfab Pro, which increases monthly upload limits. Models export directly to Sketchfab from the app and can be downloaded in FBX, USDZ, and GLB/glTF formats. Currently, Sketchfab is the only export option from RealityScan.

To really dial in the quality, RealityScan’s UI guides users to capture every angle, with alerts where needed, ensuring a smoother scan that’s ready for your next project. And hey, whether you’re an iPad Pro fanatic or an iPhone loyalist, the app’s tuned to avoid crashing mid-scan—always a plus.

Grab RealityScan 1.5.3 on the App Store and check the update notes here. But remember, test it out before throwing it into production—let’s not repeat any last-minute surprises.While promising, each new feature should be tested in production environments to ensure compatibility with existing workflows.

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