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Highball: Train Spotter icon

Highball: Train Spotter

Duncan Grazier · Travel

Highball shows you exactly when trains are arriving near you

$1.99 · In-app purchases

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$1.99
In-app purchases
BUSINESS MODEL
Paid
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Hypothesis 1

Implement advanced filtering and sorting options.

Assumption to check: Difficulty in finding specific train sightings

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Hypothesis 2

Add user profiles and social sharing capabilities.

Assumption to check: Limited user engagement features

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Hypothesis 3

Integrate live tracking and notifications for train sightings.

Assumption to check: Lack of real-time data updates

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Hypothesis 4

Create a forum or comment section for users to share spotting experiences.

Assumption to check: No community aspect for sharing experiences

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App Store description

Highball shows you exactly when trains are arriving near you. Whether you're a railfan, a parent with a kid who loves trains, or just standing near the tracks wondering what's coming — Highball puts live train data in your pocket. LIVE TRAIN TRACKING See every train operating near you with real-time arrival countdowns. The hero timer shows the next train at a glance — no timetables to decode. INTERACTIVE MAP Watch trains move in real time with directional arrows showing which way they're heading. Tap any train for route details, speed, and ETA. When multiple trains overlap, swipe through the chip bar to select one. SPOT LOG Spot trains you see and build your collection. Every spot records the train number, route, time, and your location. Earn badges as you go — from Rookie to Train Master. NOTIFICATIONS Get alerted when a train is approaching within 15 minutes. Works even when the app is in the background so you never miss one. SUPPORTED RAILROADS • Metrolink (Southern California) • Caltrain (San Francisco Bay Area) • More agencies coming soon FEATURES • Live GTFS-RT data refreshed every 30 seconds • Bearing inference shows train direction even when feeds don't provide it • Pull-to-refresh on every screen • Persistent spot log that survives app restarts • English and Spanish localization • Accessibility labels throughout • No account required — just location Highball is named after the historic railroad signal that meant "all clear — full speed ahead."

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