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Best iPhone GPS / GPX Log App

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April 4, 2012
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There are a lot of GPS tracking apps for the iPhone, and I'd like to get input on which one(s) to use from people who have used them to geotag in Lightroom 4.

I've read reviews on some that output a GPX log that they don't include time stamps. Others track, but aren't clear if they output a GPX log. Also, I'd like to know for the ones that do output a GPX log, what method do you use to get it on the computer?

Lastly, for those using Android, is My Tracks a viable solution?

Correct answer Jim Wilde

I'll second the recommendation for MotionX-GPS. You might find this Jeffrey Friedl blog post quite interesting, comparing the iPhone GPS (and MotionX-GPS app) with a couple of dedicated Garmin trackers:

http://regex.info/blog/2012-01-15/1922

In terms of getting the .gpx tracklog from phone to computer, there are several ways (obviously iTunes sync included) but I found the easiest was to simply email it to myself then pick up the attachment when back at the PC.

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Emmacriss

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I am also facine same problem

Noel Orridge

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Hi @Emmacriss, Thank you for reaching out! Since this thread is a bit old, it might be best to start a new one with all the details of your issue. That way, your comments won't get lost, and you'll get the help you need more quickly. Thanks a bunch!

Please share more details, like the exact description of the problem, the version of Lightroom, and the OS you're using. Your system configuration would also help a lot. Additionally, a screen recording or relevant screenshots of the issue would be beneficial. You can share via Google Drive, WeTransfer, or another public file-sharing platform with your response.

Cheers!

Noel

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Emmacriss

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Thank you so much

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ElmiraWiza

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For geotagging in Lightroom 4 using an iPhone, many users recommend GPS tracking apps like Gaia GPS or MotionX-GPS, as they reliably export GPX files with timestamps. These GPX files can be transferred to your computer via email, cloud services like Dropbox, or direct USB transfer. Apps that lack clear timestamp support are less useful for syncing with Lightroom.

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rauberdaniel

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IPhone users should have a look at Tracked. It’s an easy-to-use gps tracker with gpx export (via mail, Dropbox or other cloud services with apps) and works just fine with Lightroom.

Website: http://trackedapp.de

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tracked/id791290035

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Alexei Kuznetsov

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Check out Trckr: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/trckr-gps-tracker-gpx-export/id704921899?mt=8

It is designed to be fast, minimal, and with export for photo geotagging.

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Anonymous

If I could suggest an alternative here and fly a flag, take a look at the GTrek (http://www.gtrek.co.uk). It would do exactly as you require and your phone battery won't take a hit either. The provided software also has GeoTagger functions built in.

Suzanne Mathia

Community Expert

I use GPSTracks - send gpx file as an email - see my blog post http://www.azicit.blogspot.com/2013/10/gps-tracking-app-lightroom-maps-easy.html

.....Suzanne Mathia

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benreed83

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Hi, I've just launched a new GPX app this week called Gretel for this purpose. I'm a bit of a photographer and also an app developer full time, so its a bit of a pet project!

http://gretel.benreed.me or iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/uk/app/gretel/id791481169?ls=1&mt=8

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Anonymous

Hey benreed83

Just letting you know I tried your app and it works great. Very nice design as well! Good work!

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TheSpek

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http://gps.motionx.com/ or http://www.crowtracker.com I believe are your best bets for exportable gpx logs.

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Anonymous

I use MapMyWalk but it does not, repeat does not include time stamps in its GPX dumps. So have just tried Motion-X GPS (69 pence) on my iPhone4, as S4ENO suggested. It is impressive and does include time stamps.

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niltz_zero

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I may be a bit late, but here is an app that I wrote that does what you want:

http://niltz.github.com/projects/mytrax.html

It creates a gpx file with timestamps, and can be accessed via iTunes:

- open iTunes

- choose your device

- select the "Apps" tab

- under "File Sharing" locate MyTrax

- you can then access all of the exported gpx file and save them to your computer (and delete them from your device if you want)

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KevinKSJAuthor

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Thanks! I'll definitely check your app out too. The screen shots make it look much easier to use than MotionX GPS.

Jim Wilde

Correct answer

Community Expert

I'll second the recommendation for MotionX-GPS. You might find this Jeffrey Friedl blog post quite interesting, comparing the iPhone GPS (and MotionX-GPS app) with a couple of dedicated Garmin trackers:

http://regex.info/blog/2012-01-15/1922

In terms of getting the .gpx tracklog from phone to computer, there are several ways (obviously iTunes sync included) but I found the easiest was to simply email it to myself then pick up the attachment when back at the PC.

CR Henderson

Participating Frequently

I've used Geotab Photos Pro a couple of times. It works OK. There is a lite version that is free to try.

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/geotag-photos-lite/id374252911?mt=8

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/geotag-photos-pro/id355503746?mt=8

It seems to be pretty complete, but as I said I haven't tested it extensively because I have two other GPS Dataloggers and so far haven't forgotten to take at least one of them whenever I leave the house with a camera.

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