Ultra GPS Logger

Ultra GPS Logger transforms your smartphone into a powerful GPS data recording tool. This professional application allows users to accurately log, analyze, and export detailed location information for a wide range of personal and professional uses. For anyone needing reliable tracking without specialized hardware, Ultra GPS Logger provides a comprehensive and cost-effective solution directly on their mobile device.

Precise Location and Movement Tracking

Users begin by opening Ultra GPS Logger and starting a new logging session. The app continuously records their precise latitude, longitude, altitude, and speed at configurable intervals. This allows hikers to document their exact trail path or field researchers to log specific points of interest with high accuracy. The Ultra GPS Logger saves every data point, creating a complete and accurate track of the entire journey.

Recording and Exporting Raw NMEA Data

For advanced users requiring technical data, the Ultra GPS Logger can capture and save raw NMEA sentences directly from the phone's GPS receiver. Users enable this function in the settings menu before starting a recording. The Ultra GPS Logger then writes all the unfiltered NMEA 0183 data to a standard text file. This file can later be exported for deep analysis in third-party GIS or mapping software, providing transparency into the raw satellite information.

Customizable Logging Profiles and Intervals

The application’s flexibility is shown through its customizable profiles. Users can create different logging setups for various activities, such as driving, walking, or static data collection. For each profile, they set parameters like the update interval, accuracy filter, and which specific data points to record. This means the Ultra GPS Logger can be optimized to conserve battery during a long hike or to capture highly frequent updates for a short, precise survey.

Generating and Sharing KML and GPX Files

A core feature of the Ultra GPS Logger is its ability to export logs in universal GIS formats. After finishing a recording session, users navigate to the saved tracks list. They select a log and choose to export it as a KML file for Google Earth or a GPX file for use in other GPS devices and platforms like Garmin or Strava. This workflow makes it simple to share a recorded route with colleagues or visualize it on a desktop map.

Real-Time GPS Status and Satellite Information

Users can monitor the quality of their GPS signal in real-time through the app’s status screen. The Ultra GPS Logger displays a live sky view chart showing which satellites are in view and being used to calculate the current position. It also provides key metrics like accuracy (in meters or feet), the number of locked satellites, and the type of GPS fix. This allows a user to verify that the Ultra GPS Logger has a strong signal before beginning an important recording.

Background Logging and Battery Management

The Ultra GPS Logger is designed for extended use. Users can start a logging session and then switch to another app or let their phone screen turn off; the Ultra GPS Logger will continue running in the background. To manage power consumption, the app offers settings to optimize performance, such as preventing the device from sleeping. This ensures that the Ultra GPS Logger can complete long-duration tasks like all-day driving surveys without draining the battery excessively.

Configurable Alerts and Notifications

Users can set up the Ultra GPS Logger to provide haptic or audio alerts for specific events. This is configured by creating notification rules, such as an alert for when the application first achieves a GPS fix after startup or if the positional accuracy drops below a user-defined threshold. These alerts ensure the user is informed of the app’s status without needing to constantly look at the screen, which is crucial for maintaining focus during navigation or data collection.