Altitude Compass 2.1.2

The "Altitude Compass" app serves as an efficient and user-friendly tool designed for outdoor enthusiasts and individuals seeking detailed environmental data. This app is notable for its ad-free interface, providing seamless navigation without distractions. It presents users with crucial information including altitude, atmospheric pressure, latitude, and longitude corresponding to their current location. Below are some of its prominent features:

• Switchable Data Sources: Users can select between GPS or device altimeter for altitude measurements. Compatibility is limited to iPhone 12 models or newer operating on iOS 15 and above.
• Real-time Camera Support: The app enables users to take photographs while embedding relevant environmental data and timestamps, available exclusively on iPhone devices.
• Additional Tools: Features a level gauge, speedometer, and calculates local sunrise and sunset times. Users can toggle these tools directly on the compass display.
• Customizable UI: Offers various customization options such as dark and light modes, along with global font changes to enhance user experience.
• Display Modes: Users can effortlessly switch among different display settings for altitude, atmospheric pressure, and location data by tapping the designated text area.
• Widget Supported: The app provides widgets to monitor altitude from the home screen, lock screen, or in standby mode.
• No Ads, Subscriptions, or Privacy Concerns: Users benefit from an uninterrupted experience with no advertising, subscription obligations, or data collection practices.
• Lightweight and Fast: With minimal file size and optimized performance, the app is easy to download and operate without placing strain on device resources.

Permission Requests:

1. Network Access: Most functionality does not require internet access; however, network connectivity is utilized for reverse geocoding and loading maps on the final panel.
2. Photo Library Access: The app only requests write access to the photo library; users on iOS 14 or later do not need to manually select photos for access.
3. Location Permission: Accurate altitude data acquisition via GPS necessitates precise location permissions.
4. Health and Fitness Permission: Beginning with iOS 17.4, this permission is required to read atmospheric pressure data.