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iHikeGPS : Classic Topo Maps

James Associates Inc. · Navigation

Unleash the navigation potential of your iPhone or iPad with iHikeGPS! Turn your device into a high-performance GPS receiver equipped with USGS, US Forest Service & Canadian topo maps

$4.99 · In-app purchases

PRICE
$4.99
In-app purchases
BUSINESS MODEL
Paid
No overall Grossing estimate available
RATING
4.4
59 ratings · Top 30%

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Hypothesis 1

Enhance offline map features with more options.

Assumption to check: Limited offline map capabilities

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Hypothesis 2

Introduce an onboarding tutorial for new users.

Assumption to check: Not user-friendly for beginners

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Hypothesis 3

Establish a clearer update schedule and user support.

Assumption to check: Inconsistent updates and support

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Hypothesis 4

Add features to share routes or favorites with friends.

Assumption to check: Missing social features for sharing routes

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App Store description

Unleash the navigation potential of your iPhone or iPad with iHikeGPS! Turn your device into a high-performance GPS receiver equipped with USGS, US Forest Service & Canadian topo maps. These Classic topo map quads often have valuable back country details that vector maps in other hiking apps don't show. Even in remote areas with no cell signal, iHikeGPS ensures you always know where you've been, where you are, and where you’re going. Experience the ultimate hiking companion, offering unparalleled Track recording, Route navigation & accurate Estimated Time of Arrival. One Low Price! Everything included. No sign-ups, ads, subscriptions or in-app purchases. Completely respects your privacy. Discover the limitless possibilities of iHikeGPS while hiking, backpacking, biking, geocaching, camping, sightseeing, 4 wheeling, skiing & hunting. Recommended as the top choice in “Essential Gear for Safe Hiking”, it's a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts. TRACKS, WAYPOINTS & ROUTES Record Tracks as you hike, even in the background. View them on the map with a Trip Timer & Odometer. View elevation graphs of your Tracks & Routes. Show date, time, % grade, average speed and the area inside a closed path. Mark Waypoints precisely using topo or satellite maps, place names or addresses, geotagged photos, or by projecting from a known point. Get the elevation from a Digital Elevation Model database. Set a quick GoTo Waypoint or a full Route to see the heading, direction, distance, elevation change & Estimated Time of Arrival at your destination & intermediate Waypoints along the trail. Be warned when you leave a Route you were following. Create customized Routes using Waypoints, recorded Tracks, or imported GPX, KML or TCX files. Advanced Route editing. Send Waypoint, Route, Track & Map List files to other apps and other people via AirDrop, eMail, Messages or iCloud Drive. View the sun & moon positions and rise & set times for any date & place. TOPO MAPS AT NO EXTRA COST US Forest Service FSTopo 24K maps USGS 24K maps for all states, Guam, Puerto Rico & the US Virgin Islands USGS 250K & 100K (63K for Alaska) maps for all states National Resources Canada 50K maps for all areas south of 50° latitude. For Alberta, British Columbia & Newfoundland coverage extends to 54°. Download using WiFi or cell service. Our maps are optimized to download faster & use less storage memory. Store up to 2200 maps to use in the wilderness without cell service. These beautiful richly detailed offline topographic map images stitch together for seamless coverage across map boundaries. Print & Share map images overlaid with Waypoints, Routes & Tracks. Measure distance and direction between any 2 points. USE THE UNITS YOU PREFER Miles, Nautical miles or Km Feet or Meters Degrees, Degrees/Minutes, Degrees/Minutes/Seconds, UTM or USNG-MGRS °True or °Magnetic SUPPORT Comprehensive Help in the App Online Manual on iHikeGPS.com Email developer: [email protected] WHAT OTHERS SAY “I am VERY impressed!!!…It pretty much blows…, my previous fave GPS app, out of the water. Your track recording features, fast map downloads, and well thought out interface make it a real winner.”-John in OR “Perfect for anyone camping, fishing & hiking, it'll provide great detail when you need it the most…for anyone who takes the great outdoors seriously”-David's review "iHike is the best user interface ever."-Larry B “Thanks for a wonderful and inexpensive app! I see my climbing buddies using expensive subscription apps that don't seem to be better.”-Charles DEVICE REQUIREMENTS Use iHikeGPS on any iOS device even if you don't have a cellular data plan. iPhones & WiFi+cellular iPads support full navigation. WiFi-only iPads can view maps, but require an iOS-compatible external GPS receiver to show your location & record tracks. Join thousands of satisfied users who rely on iHikeGPS for their outdoor adventures!

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