There are two versions for 'in car' data recording available - LapTimer and LapTimer Professional. The professional version includes all available features and receives special support. The Standard version can be enhanced using InApp Purchase. Starting with 10.2, a third version designed for Apple's iPad is available: LapTimer Trainer uses the large iPad screen for extensive and beautiful display of data recorded. LapTimer and LapTimer Professional transfer laps recorded to LapTimer Trainer using Bluetooth. Please note: Trainer is for analysis and comparison only. Data recording is done with the other versions.
LapTimer has NMEA support for external GPS devices. This direct sensor access is unique on the iPhone platform and enhances accuracy by magnitude. Combining LapTimer with an external sensor makes this solution an extremely inexpensive option compared to standalone solutions. Finally, LapTimer utilizes internet access in two remarkable areas: #1 LapTimer features an international repository of tracks. Just download and start lapping, its so easy! #2 The Professional and Trainer versions include Online Racing. Online racing allows the user to monitor other drivers 'on track'.
Please visit http://www.gps-laptimer.de for detailed information on versions, future development, FAQs / documentation, GPS background information, online racing, and supported GPS device configurations.
KEY FEATURES
Special features are: real time lap to lap comparison providing a 'shadow mode'; extensive display of GPS information (position, speed, height, slope, heading, receiver update rate, accuracy, etc.); top speed recording; real time detection of last straight’s top speed and last curve’s lowest speed; define and refine Points of Interest / triggers to assemble POI and track sets; full integration with Google Maps(tm); automatic accelerator calibration; fancy acceleration view including peak values and zooming.
OUR MISSION
LapTimer family is enhanced continuously. Our ambition is to provide you with the best GPS tools available for the iPhone platform. LapTimer on iPhone is based on the robust GPS Engine known for years on the PalmOS platform. This GPS Engine was enhanced to use and fully integrate iPhone's acceleration sensors. LapTimer's user interface is complete new development featuring a perfect, and beautiful iPhone look & feel.
MORE INFORMATION
LapTimer supports all iPhone and iPod touch devices. iPhone OS 3.1 or higher is required. Good news for all owners of first generation iPhones, and all iPod touch devices missing an internal GPS sensor: adding an external GPS device brings all LapTimer features to your hands. LapTimer Trainer is supported on iPads only. Please head to LapTimer's homepage on http://www.gps-laptimer.de to get information on supported configurations.
What's new in Version 13.0
- Added OBD II support (currently supported: PCX KiwiWifi)
- All lateral acceleration and approach gadgets are replaced by ODB info once connected
- Fixed 'December lap imports'
- Enhanced vehicle information to have an automatic match with OBD vehicle identification number
- Added a gear shift light (flashes) when OBD II RPM data is available
- Fixed a bug that kept LapTimer from re-linking videos from library
- Reworked the AddOnManager parser code to use less memory (optimized for iPhone 3G)
- Added VIN, voltage, fuellevel, current fuel usage, update rate to OBD displays
- Added a rough calculation of engine power and torque depending on MAF to OBD displays (gasoline only)
- Added OBD data to data recording and import / export
- Added engine rpm to Data Recording Diagram View
- Changes in vehicle Details when edited
- Speed displays use OBD speed (selectively) instead of gpsSpeed when available
- Added session information (date, car, driver, lap number) to video overlay
- Added OBD information (rpm + throttle pos) to video overlay
- Limited video controller rotation to turn to left as overlaying does not yet support turn to right
- Check that lengthy database migrations get a splash screen (especially GPS fixes)
- Fully refactored sensoric to follow a common scheme, new mixing / synchronization algorithm
- Added Sensor List View including system information, current status, and navigation
- Found and fixed a bug in calibration code
- Added a common scheme for send / receive indicators to OBD and GPS display
- Added virtually best lap to Lap Details (calculated time from best sector times)
- Common warning colors for all frequency gadgets, improved update rate calculation
- Changed Timer View layout to look more consistent with other views
- Several smaller bug fixes and display enhancements
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