PHGaia GPS: Mobile Navigation and Route Planning
Gaia GPS is a comprehensive navigation tool designed for backpacking, hiking, off-roading, and winter sports. It provides point-to-point navigation, GPS tracking, and an extensive library of topographic and specialized map layers.Core Features
| Category | Features & Capabilities |
|---|---|
| Navigation & Tracking | Point-to-point route planning, turn-by-turn trailhead directions, waypoint breadcrumbs, and distance/altitude/elevation monitoring. |
| Mapping Layers | Global topographic maps, National Geographic map collection, color-coded steepness layers, and public land boundaries. |
| Winter Sports | Ski slope and cross-country trail identification; OnTheSnow weather reports and Nordic trail conditions. |
| Off-Road & 4x4 | Route recording, Android Auto integration for waypoints and maps, and overlanding activity tracking. |
| Fishing | USGS Streamflow and water temperature data; Gaia Fishing Map with boat access and species information (select regions). |
Premium Subscription (Outside+)
- Offline Access: Ability to download 300+ maps for use without cellular service.
- Safety Tools: Specialized weather, terrain, and safety-specific map overlays.
- Network Integration: Unlimited access to Trailforks trail database.
- Media Content: Access to Outside Watch (films/live TV) and digital content from 15 brands including Backpacker and National Park Trips.
Version Updates & Technical Improvements
- Route Planning: Resolved an issue causing broken lines during route creation.
- Stability: Addressed "zombie" memory leaks to stabilize performance during screen rotations.
- Download Engine: Fixed map download interruptions and improved zoom level accuracy.
- Data Accuracy: Improved map fetching logic for precise navigation and data refreshing.
Technical Specifications & Modifications
| Component | Status / Modification |
|---|---|
| Version | 11+ |
| Account | Requires Outside, Inc. account creation |
| Permissions | Unnecessary Permissions/Receivers/Providers/Services removed |
| Telemetry | Analytics, Crashlytics, Firebase, and Native Sentry code disabled/removed |
| Ads | All advertisement links, layouts, and services removed |
| Access | Premium / ρáíd features unlocked |
| Debugging | Debug code removed for optimized performance |