Diving Apps
THIRD ANNUAL APP ROUND UP
As the mobile wars rage on unabated, consumers appear to be the clear winners. More apps than ever are available, many offering big benefits to scuba divers of all skill levels
Text by Russell Clark S
ince we introduced this round-up three years ago it has become abundantly clear that mobile devices are changing how we absorb and share information.
Up to 86 percent of all mobile usage is spent using apps, with around 50 percent of all digital media time spent through apps. Stats indicate men clock around 29.5 hours of mobile app and web usage per month, while women top that at just over 31 hours. What’s interesting, if not expected, is that all numbers are on the increase. The iPhone 6 was the fastest selling iPhone ever. What does this mean for divers? Good things, we hope. We think more training agencies and manufacturers should be communicating through mobile apps. Right now there’s an abundance of dive planners and logbooks for a diver’s digital kit bag. Here are some of our favorite apps:
iScuba Plan $ 7.99
One of the most popular dive planning apps for iOS is
available as a premium paid for app, or a feature limited free or ‘lite’ app - giving users a chance to try before committing to the full version. Intuitive, multi recreational dive planner that accommodates nitrox mixes.
Aqua Lung $ Free
A very nicely designed and intuitive app with one massive
and annoying drawback - it’s only available in the US. Browse equipment with photos, technical specs and video, fi nd dealers, in-app shopping, special promotions and more. C’mon Aqua Lung - make this available internationally.
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Everything Diving by SSI $ Free
Keep all your certifi cations in your pocket at no extra
cost. Create a free account online. Find SSI partners worldwide, refresh your hand signals, use dive checklists, fi rst aid fl ow charts and SSI air and nitrox tables for dive planning and reference. Excellent app.
PADI $ Free
Re-designed and ten times better than last year, and now
with an Android version! A great dive map feature that breaks down each listed site with tide, weather, water temp and surf info. Plus the PADI store locator, hand signalls, knots, checklists, eCards and social media feeds.
PADI Library $ Free
Not perfect, but a good start. Think of this app as your Open
Water manual custom made for your iPhone and iPad, with video content, interactive learning plus a nice, intuitive layout and navigation. With more courses on the way, PADI will be leading the way in learning apps.
DIVER $ Free
The best dive magazine in the world! Ok, we may be biased,
but it’s even easier to get North America’s longest established scuba magazine. iPhone and iPad users can download the App, Android and desktop users can view issues online. Digital access is free for new print subscribers.
TripAdvisor $ Free
An excellent resource when booking international dive
travel. Millions of reviews and photos from all over the globe. Choosing and booking a destination, resort and dive charter will be easier than ever. Add your own reviews, and even download maps for over 300 cities.
ScubaBoard $ Free
The Internet's largest dive community in your pocket.
This app allows you to access your account anytime, anywhere. Send and receive PMs, view profi les, access recent discussions and brag to friends when you're somewhere sunny and tropical.
Diving Matrix $ Free
Diving Matrix, an advanced diver training organization,
has developed this app especially for open and closed circuit rebreathers. Essential checklists for both CCR and OCR cover kit, pre-dive checks, spares and emergency gear. Includes a 5 minute neurological exam.
Navionics $ Price varies
The world's top-selling marine app, available for most places
in the world. Each app has award-winning vector charts for exceptional clarity. Off ers tides and current info, route planning and tracking, wind forecasts, marine news and more. It even fi nds the cheapest gas station.
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