# Symmetrical Photography Apps The Echoism iPhone App Reimagines a More Symmetrical You By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echoism-iphone-app References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1663114/app-which-side-of-your-face-is-hotter) & [echoism.org](http://www.echoism.org/) There is a common misconception that [visual symmetry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurotouch-symmetry-serum) is one of the cheif ingredients of beauty, but the Echoism [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfix) app helps people put that theory to the test for themselves. The Echoism iPhone app takes a [picture of your face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roast-my-selfie) using your phone's camera, and then splits it into a left and right half. Then the app creates two portraits by mirroring these two halves of your appearance to show you what you would look like if your face were symmetrically matched. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Symmetrical Imaging:** Apps that create symmetrical images of an individual's face via mirroring present opportunities for creating new imaging tools for personal use and beyond. - **Self-image Optimization:** Symmetry as a tool for self-discovery could be expanded to address more needs and create more personalized and data-driven user experiences. - **Object Recognition Technology:** Development of symmetry-based image recognition technologies can be used beyond facial recognition for product development and quality control. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile App Development:** Mobile app developers can capitalize on the trend of symmetrical photography apps to create more advanced and personalized apps for self-discovery and custom image needs. - **Beauty Industry:** This symmetrical imaging trend can be leveraged by the beauty industry to help customers find their ideal look or assess the efficacy of their beauty rituals. - **Manufacturing Industry:** Symmetry-based object recognition technologies can revolutionize the manufacturing industry by improving quality control and ensuring product consistency and symmetry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aviation-Centric Facial Imaging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-imaging-app.md) - [Imaginative Photo-Editing AI Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youniverse.md) - [Elevated Virtual Photography Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neural-telephoto.md) - [Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersity-app.md) - [AI Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaginova.md) - [AI Portrait Enhancers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimicphoto.md) - [Personalized Beauty Routine Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-yoga-app-luvly.md) - [Visual Timelapse Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfiestory.md) - [Image-Enhancing AI Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myheritage-1.md)