Fri, May 06, 2016
Version 2.1.2 Of The DroidEFB App Released
DroidEFB has announced that its latest version now supports Stratux ADS-B receivers.
DroidEFB provides pilots with real-time situational awareness via a GPS moving map integrated with both VFR and IFR aviation charts. The latest integration with Stratux provides a low-cost ADS–B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast) alternative to higher priced ADS-B receivers on the market. In addition to Stratux, DroidEFB also supports iLevil, Dual, Pathfinder and SkyRadar ADS-B receivers.
DroidEFB Version 2.1.2 is now available for download from the company's website and from the Google Play app store. Besides compatibility with Stratux ADS-B software, this version includes the following significant updates:
- Breadcrumbs and track prediction for ADS-B traffic
- Breadcrumbs are stored in logbook
- ADS-B traffic details are selectable
- ADS-B traffic alerting improvements
- Position tracking auto resumes after delay
- Update of in app tutorial, which now remembers last page viewed
- Reported bug fixes from latest Google Android update
"Our user base has been asking for integration with the new Stratux ADS-B software and with our latest update we are happy to be able to fulfill this request, as we continue to improve and enhanced the DroidEFB Aviation Navigation app," said company CTO, Mark Spencer. "Besides the Stratux ADS-B integration, we added some pretty cool tracking features and addressed minor bug fixes that resulted from Google's recent update of its Android software. Getting these bugs fixed quickly demonstrates our commitment to provide a robust and stable navigation platform for pilots who rely on DroidEFB for their in cockpit GPS navigation."
(Image provided with DroidEFB news release)
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