The iMicro Q3p changes all of that. Barely bigger than a contact lens, it’s a fingertip accessory which claims to turn any smartphone into a 1200x microscope – simply by sticking to the camera.

The team started experimenting with 3D-printed lenses and found it was possible to print quality microscope lenses using a ...

Recently, however, a team at the University of Strathclyde developed a workaround they say both lowers the OpenFlexure design’s total cost, and makes it the first completely 3D-printed microscope.

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We’ve seen other horizontal camera arrangements, with some commenters pointing to Chinese brand Meizu as an early adopter, though in that case the lenses are in line vertically rather than ...

Fold paper. Insert lens. This $2 microscope changes how kids see the world By Kamala Thiagarajan Published November 24, 2024 at 5:50 AM PST Viraj Nayer for NPR ...

The Foldscope brings a powerful science tool to schools that can't afford microscopes. Scientists use it too. Its creators have handed out 2 million units, including a new mini-model for younger kids.

NPR Fold paper. Insert lens. This $2 microscope changes how kids see the world The Foldscope brings a powerful science tool to schools that can't afford microscopes. Scientists use it too.

I tried a fingertip lens that claimed to gave my iPhone a 1200x zoom – but it won’t replace my microscope any time soon I’m a photographer, and this Leica-style smartphone is the closest ...