--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Photo Locator" developer_entity: "Alex Weir" bundle_id: "PhotoLocator.Photo-Locator" app_store_id: "1444095682" category: "Photo & Video" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Paid" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS" app_last_updated: "2025-09-30" report_date: "2026-05-04" report_version: "5.3" total_reviews: 2 overall_rating: 2.5 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.05 data_age_days: 57 momentum_velocity: "maintenance" intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["photo & video", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "users", "manage,", "track,"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/photo-locator" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" content_version: "v2" last_verified: "2026-05-06T01:45:05.246Z" --- # Photo Locator App Audit ## TL;DR {#tldr} - **Category**: Photo & Video · Paid - **Signal**: Rating 2.5 > **TL;DR:** Photo Locator is a photo & video app by Alex Weir, rated 2.5/5 by 2 users, available on iOS. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Photo Locator is a photo & video app by Alex Weir. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 2.5/5 (2 reviews) | | **Category** | Photo & Video | | **Developer** | Alex Weir | | **Pricing** | Paid | | **Platforms** | iOS | | **Confidence** | Low (0.05/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 57d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** Alex Weir - **Category:** Photo & Video - **Target Audience:** Users who need to manage, track, and analyze the geographic and technical metadata of their personal photo library. - **Platforms:** iOS - **Version Audited:** 5.3 - **Audit Date:** 2026-05-04 - **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.05/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 1444095682 - **Bundle ID:** PhotoLocator.Photo-Locator - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-04 ## Executive Snapshot Photo Locator is a utility that extracts and displays EXIF metadata from photos, including GPS coordinates, altitude, and device-specific properties. It enables users to map photo locations, retrieve addresses, and record travel routes with speed and altitude tracking. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Metadata Extraction:** Displays detailed image properties including coordinates, altitude, speed, color model, and file dimensions. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. - **[Standard] Geographic Mapping:** Pinpoints photo locations on a map and provides the corresponding physical address. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. - **[Standard] Trip Recording:** Tracks and visualizes travel routes using speed and altitude data displayed on interactive maps and graphs. * *User Intent:* Users want visibility into their own performance and progress. - **[Standard] Route Planning:** Allows users to plan navigation routes directly to the location where a specific photo was captured. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Paid - **Price:** iOS: $0.99 ## App Momentum (Maintenance) {#momentum} Last updated 215d ago. 4 versions tracked. > **Cadence:** 4 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 215 days since last update ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what} Photo Locator is an established photo & video app that is a paid app. With a 2.5/5 rating from 2 reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** The app functions as a specialized metadata viewer and trip tracker, though it is restricted to photos with embedded GPS data accessible via Apple ID or compatible hardware. **Best for:** Users who need to manage, track, and analyze the geographic and technical metadata of their personal photo library. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 2.5/5 | | Total Reviews | 2 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Paid | | Platforms | iOS | | Key Features | 4 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Photo Locator** (this app) | 2.5/5 | N/A | Alex Weir | | [Sora by OpenAI](https://marlvel.ai/apps/sora-by-openai) | 4.7/5 | Mixed | OpenAI OpCo, LLC | | [Picsart AI Photo Editor, Video](https://marlvel.ai/apps/picsart-ai-photo-editor-video) | 4.3/5 | Mixed | PicsArt, Inc. | | [Lightroom: AI Photo Editor](https://marlvel.ai/apps/lightroom-ai-photo-editor) | 4.8/5 | Mixed | Adobe Inc. | | [Memento - Photo Widget](https://marlvel.ai/apps/memento-photo-widget) | N/A/5 | N/A | Rick Fleuren | | [Wallpaper color](https://marlvel.ai/apps/wallpaper-color) | 3.8/5 | N/A | Salim Alhajri | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** Alex Weir ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/photo-locator/id1444095682?uo=4) - **Sources:** App store metadata. ## Related Intel Reports - [*Sora by OpenAI*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/sora-by-openai) (OpenAI OpCo, LLC) — 4.7/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Picsart AI Photo Editor, Video*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/picsart-ai-photo-editor-video) (PicsArt, Inc.) — 4.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Lightroom: AI Photo Editor*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/lightroom-ai-photo-editor) (Adobe Inc.) — 4.8/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Memento - Photo Widget*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/memento-photo-widget) (Rick Fleuren) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Wallpaper color*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/wallpaper-color) (Salim Alhajri) — 3.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Video Recovery: Restore Files*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/video-recovery-restore-files) (Kyle Allen) — 4.4/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Photo Lab PROHD picture editor*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-photoprohd) (Linerock Investments LTD) — 4.8/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Phoice*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/phoice) (Sparkling Design and Infotech Private Limited) — 4.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*RTMP Broadcaster: Live Stream*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/rtmp-broadcaster-live-stream) (WarthogLab) — 4.9/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*ImageCast - TV for Instagram*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/imagecast-tv-for-instagram) (Sparkling Design and Infotech Private Limited) — 4.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment ## Methodology {#methodology} This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps. 2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks. 3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting. 4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category. 5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights. - **Confidence Score:** 0.05/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 0 - **Data Sources:** App Store metadata - **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform - **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence. - **Report Age:** 57 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/photo-locator) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.