Geocaching Compass by Sid Baldwin

Geocaching Compass Screenshots

Description

Geocaching is a global game of hide-and-seek. Geocaches are usually small waterproof containers holding a logbook and sometimes items for swapping. A simple web search for 'Geocaching' will result in various websites which enable you to search for caches nearby. You may need to solve some clues, but you'll almost always end up with a set of GPS coordinates identifying the location of the cache.

Enter the GPS coordinates into Geo Compass using any of the 3 most popular formats, and let Geo Compass point your way. Accuracy will always be subject to conditions and device capabilities, but using an iPhone outdoors with GPS enabled, you'll usually be able to pinpoint a spot to within about 15 feet.

Features:
Display distances in kilometers or miles
Switch between coordinate formats in Settings and/or in app
Enter and display coordinates in 3 different formats: DDDMM'SS.S”, DDDMM.MMM' or DDD.DDDDD
Dials for entering coordinates – no switching between different keyboards
Back and Forward buttons which work in the same way as a browser's history – keep adding locations and your history builds up. Press back a few times and enter a new location, and all subsequent locations will be cleared

A note on accuracy: Geo Compass uses the same sensors and software libraries as other location/direction aware apps, including the iPhone's pre-installed Compass app. The iPhone (3GSS and later) and the iPad have a built-in digital compass which works like a magnetic-needle compass. The accuracy of digital compass headings can be affected by magnetic or other environmental interference. The compass may need to be calibrated from time to time. For more information, please see http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2767

Disclaimer: Any outdoor activity carries the risk of injury to person or damage to property. It is the responsibility of the user of this app to prepare adequately for different weather and terrain conditions and to act appropriately. The author assumes no liability for events which may occur related directly or indirectly to use of the Geo Compass app.

What's New in Version 1.1.2

Bugfix: Fonts did not display on iPhones running iOS 4.3

Customer Reviews

Found my geocache fairly easily. (4 stars)
LOVE THE SIMPLE INTERFACE!

I am using an iPhone 3GS. After turning on the app it takes a few minutes for the accuracy to get "acceptable", but then it seems to work fine. VERY easy interface to use! SUPER! However, I would suggest the developers adjust a few things

Place "destination" and "current location" on 2 separate lines with LARGER FONTS (or make this a user-selected option) AND m

Elegant simplicity (5 stars)
Two thumbs up. Best $0.99 I ever spent.

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