Description
ALL 150+ U.S. NEXRAD radar sites! Plus Regional and National Radar Mosaics!
*** NEW! ***
- "Google Maps" based mode!
- Retains "Classic" mode option for users who prefer the original maps.
- "Clutter Reduction" option.
- New UI selection toggle view for iPhone/iPod that includes a completely redone radar legend and allow quick access to radar types.
✓ Intuitive User Interface:
- No Clunky Controls or "Clutter"
- Zoom/Scroll
- Radar Animation (Classic or Express Mode)
✓ Access to All 150+ U.S. Radars via:
- Current Location ("Locate Me")
- Search By Zip Code, City, Airport Code, or PID
- Pick from a List Grouped by State
✓ Includes Regional and National Radar Mosaics
✓ Favorites:
- Add any Combination of Maps to Your Favorites!
- wxRadar Remembers Last Map Viewed Between Uses
✓ Displays Warning Polygons in "Classic" mode for:
- Tornado Warnings
- Severe Thunderstorm Warnings
- Flash Flood Warnings
- Special Marine Warnings
✓ Three Different Graphics/Feed Modes:
- Google Maps with radar overlay
- Classic with non-scaling topography
- Express for faster access (or use as a Backup Feed)
✓ Choose Your Experience Level:
- Basic: Hides the Weather "Geekery"
- Advanced: Shows Access to All Radar Types
✓ Includes Access to the Following Radar Types:
- N0R: Base Reflectivity
- NCR: Composite Reflectivity
- N0V: Base Velocity
- N0S: Storm Relative Motion
- N1P: One Hour Storm Totals
- NTP: Storm Total
- NVL: Vertically Integrated Liquid (iPad Only)
- NET: Echo Tops (iPad Only)
✓ Additional Useful Features:
- "Clutter reduction" option
- Always Starts with Last Radar Location Viewed
- Lists Open with the Last List Viewed
- Caches Data for Faster Loading
- Automatically Switches to Backup "Mirror" Feeds
- Tap & Hold to Quickly Access Adjacent Radars (Classic or Express Mode)
✓ "Out of the way" Mode - Tap the time stamp to toggle on/off graphics on top of the radar data for unobstructed view of radar echoes in "Classic" mode. Toggles radar opacity ("dims") in "Google Maps" mode.
✓ All Questions/Support Requests Answered Quickly (usually within 24 hours or less). Thank you for all the kind words and suggestions. Please keep them coming!
===== FAQ =====
- Q: How do I access "Storm Relative Motion"? I only see three radar types.
- A: Go to settings, advanced, and turn on "Advanced User".
- Q: How do you animate the radar in "Google Maps" mode?
- A: Radar Animation is currently not supported in "Google Maps" mode. However, this feature is coming soon!
- Q: How do I show warning polygons in "Google Maps" mode?
- A: Warning polygons are not currently supported in "Google Maps" mode. However, this feature is coming soon!
- Q: I have selected "Google Maps", but National map (or regional map) isn't displayed on "Google Maps"?
- A: Regional maps are not currently supported in "Google Maps" mode. However, this feature is planned for a future release.
- Q: How do I select another radar in "Google Maps" mode? I don't see any others on the map.
- A: Use "locate", search, or choose from the radar lists. However, selecting radars from the map itself is coming soon!
- Q: It's snowing (or light rain), but nothing is showing on the radar?
- A: Turn off "Clutter Reduction" in settings.
What's New in Version 1.2
* NEW "Google Maps" based mode!
* Retains "Classic" mode option for users who prefer the original maps.
* New toggle view for iPhone/iPod that includes a completely redone radar legend and allow quick access to radar types.
* Completely redone radar legend for the iPad.
* Expanded settings.
* Search radar site list.
* Setting for "clutter reduction" (Note: turn off during light or winter precipitation).
* Added "Help" section in "Settings" that includes option to directly email for support, questions, comments, etc. Please don't hesitate to use it! Most emails are answered within 24 hours.
*** Please note ***
"Google Maps" mode does not currently support:
- radar animation
- warning polygons
- Alaskan/regional maps
- Selecting another radar site directly from the map
However, these features (and many more) are coming soon!
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I encourage users to leave honest feedback via an App Store review. I read and consider all review feedback.
However, Apple does not provide a way for developers to respond to a review. If you have a question, complaint/concern, or suggestion, please do not hesitate to contact me! My goal is to answer all inquiries within 24 hours, but I usually answer much sooner.
Thank you for supporting wxRadar!
- Paul
Customer Reviews
Easy access to radar imagery
Very nice graphic presentation for the iPhone. (Think about it: with your phone you can access this data! How far we've come with technology.) I think the next update will make this a fivestar app.
One thing I'd like to see is a key to the imagery in the help file.
UPDATE: This app has taken a huge leap forward! I really like the update which addressed my concerns. Much nicer to look at, readily available key, google maps (I like the topo), and interchangeable radars. Nice! I bumped it to 5 stars.
So far so good
Just downloaded this app this evening during rain storm. So far looks like a keeper. Was a bit slow to load map a few times. Also don't see the need for th "One Hour Totals" and "Strom Total" buttons on the bottom. Those could be put in one of the menus assesible from the top tool bar. I don't think they would be used often enough to neccessitate having special buttons for them. Personally, I don't think I'd ever use them. Tried them and found them to be of no importance. What people want from a radar app is timely, reiable radar info in a great-looking package.
Very Pleased Indeed
Weather animations are intuitive and accurate. Very nice visuals on specified regions. Well worth the price !!!
- $0.99
- Category: Weather
- Updated: Mar 17, 2011
- Version: 1.2
- Size: 4.3 MB
- Language: English
- Seller: Atlanta Weather
- © 2012 Paul Prance
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.Requires iOS 3.1.2 or later
