TakeMeasure – Make your phone a ruler
TakeMeasure – Make your phone a ruler launched on May 28, 2016 with 35 votes, #1,560 of 3,824 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.
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TakeMeasure is an Android app that converts a smartphone into a measuring tool. Launched in 2016, it allows users to measure distances and objects using their phone's camera and sensors. The app is designed for anyone needing quick measurements without carrying a physical ruler or tape measure. It's particularly useful for home projects, shopping, or everyday situations where a measurement tool is needed but not readily available.
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