Announcing the Bad Elf GPS Pro!
Today we're proud to announce our new product, the Bad Elf GPS Pro, a next-generation GPS receiver and datalogger for the iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad.
The Bad Elf GPS Pro was designed specifically for pilots, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts based on feedback we've collected since we launched the original dock-connected Bad Elf GPS back in 2010. We didn't want to launch yet another generic external Bluetooth GPS receiver like those on the market today -- so we're not! Instead, we focused on packing a ton of great next-generation features into a small, rugged, and affordable package:
- Connect up to 5 devices at a time via Bluetooth
- Large LCD screen with backlight
- Extra-long battery life and 10Hz reporting rate
- Standalone GPS datalogger (100+ hours)
- Rugged and splash-proof to IPX4 standards
- Works with all location-based apps
The Bad Elf GPS Pro is available starting this week at the AirVenture/Oshkosh airshow.
Stop by our booth for a demo, and then visit one of these resellers to purchase a GPS Pro for yourself:
- MyGoFlight: Hangar B (booth 2080), Hangar D (booth 4108)
- Redbird Flight Simulation: Tents 208/219 (3rd tent from NW corner of Hangar D)
After the show we'll provide an update on when the GPS Pro will be available online and from our resellers worldwide.
Aviators: stay tuned for another announcement on Tuesday afternoon. If you're in Oshkosh this week, stop by our booth (Hangar B, booth 2125-2126) for a sneak peek!
Hi, will non IOS connectivity be achieved through firmware updates or are these different devices- I am planning to use this for geotagging on Nikon cameras using the foolography Bluetooth interface that works with common Bluetooth GPS units. If more than firmware I’d required, I’ll have to return the device
Hi Jay,
It will be a firmware update, no hardware changes. Don’t have an ETA yet but it’s on the list for next major release of the app/firmware. Stay tuned to the blog for more information.
Best regards,
Brett
Brett, Thanks – I realized you had already answered the question previously; can’t wait to try it out!
Hi there,
1) Is there a way to lower the sampling rate to preserve data storage space ont he BadElf Pro?
2) Is there a faster way than bluetooth to transfer the the data from the unit to an iPad?
Thanks!
Hi Liz,
We have an app/firmware update in the Apple review queue that includes support for 10sec, 30sec, and 1 min logging intervals. You can also use the existing Smart Filter setting to set a speed threshold. Both of these will allow you to reduce the log file sizes considerably! Keep your eye on our blog for more information in the next week or so.
We made some big improvements to the log transfer speeds over Bluetooth in app version 2.0.14, and will likely revisit this again in a future release.
Any other comments, suggestions, or feedback is greatly appreciated!
Best regards,
Brett