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Elevation Pro iPhone app Review

Description:

Have you ever been on a hike and wondered what your current elevation was?  Well with the Elevation Pro iPhone app now you can find out!  This app takes into consideration both USGS readings as well as GPS data sources.  This allows it to have one of the most accurate elevation measuring systems out there.  The Elevation Pro iPhone app uses the GPS signal to determine your current altitude as well as using the location reported by the United States Geological Survey to create an accurate reading.  The USGS has an incredibly large database of elevation measurements and is usually the most accurate of the two methods.

This iPhone navigation app boasts incredible access to information and also is able to store and upload information that you uncover.  You can track your elevation as well as upload it to social networking sites like Twitter to be able to share it with friends and family.  It is a fun way to keep a travel log of some of the unique places that you have been.  If you are an avid hiker or mountain climber than this is a good way to one up your friends and show off your accomplishments.

Features:

• You can find out elevation data for any location on the globe.  There is USGS data included in the app that covers almost every surface are of the Earth
• You can use two different sources to get elevation data – USGS as well as GPS data.  This cross referencing of data gives this app some of the most accurate elevation readings out there
• There are a variety of different user interface skins that you can choose from (8 to be exact)
• Once you find your elevation you can share it through social networking sites like Twitter
• You can toggle between feet and meters when recording your current elevation
• You can also pick which language you would like the app to display.  Choose between Russian, Spanish, and English

Conclusion:

Overall, this is a fun app that allows you to track your elevation at any point on the map.  You can also access information about other elevations with the use of GPS and the USGS information.  It is a fun app to have on hand, especially if you are into hiking and mountain climbing.  It is inexpensive to download and can be a fun companion while you are out on the trail.

Voted 3 stars by iPhone navigation app users and can be downloaded for $0.99.