Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an iOS version?
At present, VozNav is Android-only. We intend releasing on iOS if there is sufficient demand. Some aspects of the app like the tap detection when the app is running in the background are not supported on iOS, so we may have to handle on-demand updates in a different way. We'll figure something out!
Why is mine speaking a mixture of languages?
At present, VozNav only works in English. If your phone is set to a different language, you may not hear the words in English as expected. We're working on extending language support for future versions.
How do I start a journey?
Click on the map to set a target location. Go to the main navigation page and click the map pin icon top left of the white page area to activate the target. The distance and direction to that point will be displayed. Push the "start" button, and navigation starts. Turn the screen off. The compass assumes your phone is vertical and the camera side is pointing forwards. To trigger a voice update, double tap the phone case. It should chirp and tell you the direction and distance to target.
Is it really free?
Yes. It is a free app, and we intend to keep it advertising-free too. Depending on the
reception, we may offer subscription options later to fund extended features, but we aim to
keep the base version both free, and free of advertising.
Can I switch to imperial units?
Yes, in the settings there is an option to switch to imperial units, with miles and feet used for distance.
What happens when I reach the destination?
When you reach the destination, the app will tell you that you have arrived and will stop the navigation. The default is that getting within 20m of your target is considered arrival, but you can change this in the settings.
How do I stop a journey?
While navigating, the "stop" button is disabled, so you can't accidentally stop a journey. Instead, you must first "pause" the journey. You can then either stop, or restart the journey.
Surely the compass needs the phone to be horizontal?
Not necessarily. The magnetometer in most modern phones can detect in 3 dimensions. But it is important to know which orientation the phone is in order to optimize the display or voice guidance accordingly. We use the inclinometer in the phone to sense if the phone is above or below 45 degrees inclination, and then switch mode accordingly. The default settings assume your phone is oriented with the camera side pointing forwards in the direction of travel, but you can reverse this in the settings.
