Pixeo

One factor in getting the perfect shot is finding the right location. Easier said than done, of course. You need to do some legwork to scout your potential places, not just for good lighting spots and angles, but also if it’s still, well, standing.

- Erik Paolo Escueta

Fortunately, an app called Pixeo does the said legwork so you don’t have to, thanks to its crowdsourced database of prime photo spots.

Pixeo is always up to date, thanks to its community of photographers. When you pin a location on the app, aside from the gratuitous hero shot, Pixeo also displays its distance, weather conditions, feedback, and images from other users to help you decide on whether or not to give that spot a go. You can also contribute your own photos and feedback, and your submitted snaps could even be chosen as a location’s hero shot for bonus credibility.

The app is, unfortunately, free for just 30 days before you need to pay to stay, but seeing as the Pixeo team actively reviews all submissions for quality control and keeps the app ad-free, the P149 fee is a seemingly small price to pay.

Obscura 2 iOS| P249