20 Best Geographic Reference Systems iOS Apps

1) Geographic Tracker

The Geographic Tracker for the iPhone is a GPS application that supports communication of live GPS position data and field notes directly into Pitney Bowes` MapInfo Professional version 10.5. Users can also communicate to Twitter, Google Latitude and other Geo-enabled messaging services. Extend the power of MapInfo Professional through the Geographic Tracker application interface in the MI Pro interface and take advantage of cellular data networks and wifi to speed up your GIS data collection. (Free)By Blue Marble Geographics via

2) Geographic Updates

If you are a geographic lover or geographic student and want to remain in touch about latest news of Geographic, then this is what you want. This application is great for those students.This will give you all of the updates from all over the world. ($0.99)By wiky via

3) ASIAN Geographic

Asia Without BordersASIAN Geographic showcases the region`s past, present and future in an intriguing way that not only entices readers but also informs and educates. As the region`s leading geographical magazine, we have our fingers on the pulse of Asia, with award-winning contributors scouring the region to bring readers the most compelling stories and images. We cover cultural, geographical and social topics and encourage a positive understanding of issues to show how each of us can make a difference in the world the power is in our hands.Published every 45 daysSUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS:1-year subscription available for 19.99. When purchasing through iTunes, ... (Free)By Asian Geographic via

4) Photo Geographic

Browse or search recently added Geo-Tagged photos from all around the world (Free)By Indy.inc via

5) Africa Geographic

Premier content & tailored safaris for discerning Africa-fanatics. Expect the very best images, videos, stories and safaris that Africa has to offer. When and where to go in Africa, and with whom. A few weeks too early / late or a few kilometres off course and you could miss the greatest show on Earth. And wouldn't that be a pity? (Free)By Bigfig Digital Media South Africa Pty Ltd via

6) Geographic Encyclopedia

Powerful browsing tool for all countries and their capitals and flags. Browse the countries of the earth, in a way you could not have done before. A great geography app for all.Powerful listing options include:Browse by region (ex. Arab League, Balkans, Baltics, BRICS, Caribbean, Commonwealth of Independent States,British Commonwealth, European Union, Euro Zone, Francophonie, Mediterranean States, Middle East, Southeast Asia, United Nations and more).Stats for total number of countries, total area, total population for every search result as well as webviews for all countries and search categories.Extra functions for search for monarchies, islands with island count, countries with a similar ... ($0.99)By FadiSoft Inc. via

7) Canadian Geographic

Comprehensive, authoritative, delightfully readable and fabulously illustrated with colour photographs, maps, charts, diagrams and pull-out posters. As a means of understanding Canadas history, people, places, culture, environment and wildlife, there is no other magazine like Canadian Geographic.----------------Paid apps come with one free issue of the user`s choice,Further future issues and back issues can be purchased within the app.Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the next released issue.Available subscriptions are:12 months: 19.49/ US27.99 (10 issues)-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be ... (Free)By Magazinecloner.com US LLC via

8) Geographic Locator

This application displays various information about your current geographic location and it allows you to email or SMS it to a contact.The information displayed includes the latitude, longitude, altitude, address (if available for your position), and a google maps link. It allows you to select any of this information by selecting rows in a table and email or SMS (text message) this information to any person in your contacts.Features include:- View geographic information- Send email with the selected geographic information- Send SMS (text message) with the selected geographic informationThis application can be very handy when you cannot find your way ... ($0.99)By Demetris Christou via

9) National Geographic Magazine

DescriptionNational Geographic magazine has covered The world and all that is in it since 1888. From ground-breaking photography to in-depth reporting of the environment, cultures, natural sciences, archaeology, geography, and much more, the monthly magazine has expanded horizons for generations. The National Geographic magazine iPad App expands this tradition with the power of digital publishing. Now, NGs iPad App delivers the content from the print editionenhanced with unique interactive elements in a re-designed layout optimized for reading on the iPad.Download today and see- Additional photography not included in the print edition.- Engaging video and audio providing background on our reporting.- ... (Free)By Zinio via

10) National Geographic Explorer

National Geographic Explorer is a robust classroom resource that connects students to the world. It supports common core science and language arts standards. Highly interactive content with videos, audio, photos, and leveled text gives students an authentic learning experience that engages while it teaches. (Free)By Cengage Learning via

11) Quick Reference for IBM Power Systems

The new Quick Reference for IBM Power Systems mobile application lets you easily access the latest Power Systems information while you are on the go.Features include:Automatic updates for the latest Power informationProduct highlights, descriptions, and specificationsClient success storiesAbility to create list of "favorites"Access to core content while offlineOne-touch communication with IBMAccess to relevant social media venues and IBM expertsLinks to more information on the WebAbility to sign up for exciting updates via e-mail or SMSHave trouble downloading the application? Contact ibmpowersystemsmobileibm.support.er4d.com for assistance. (Free)By Velti mobile division via

12) IBM Power Systems Quick Reference Mobile Application

The new Quick Reference for IBM Power Systems mobile application lets you easily access the latest IBM Power Systems information while you are on the go.Features include:Automatic updates for the latest IBM Power Systems informationProduct highlights, descriptions, and specificationsClient success storiesAbility to create list of "favorites"Access to core content while offlineOne-touch communication with IBMAccess to relevant social media venues and IBM expertsLinks to more information on the WebAbility to sign up for additional exciting updates via e-mail or SMSHave trouble downloading the application? Contact ibmpowersystemsmobileibm.support.er4d.com for assistance. (Free)By IBM Storage via

13) IBM Systems and Storage Quick Reference Mobile Application

The new Quick Reference for IBM Systems and Storage mobile application lets you easily access all the latest IBM Systems and Storage information while you are on the go.Features include:Automatic updates for the latest IBM Systems and Storage informationProduct highlights, descriptions, and specificationsClient success storiesAbility to create list of "favorites"Access to core content while offlineOne-touch communication with IBMAccess to relevant social media venues and IBM expertsLinks to more information on the WebAbility to sign up for timely updates via e-mail or SMSHave trouble downloading the application? Contact ibmsystemsstoragehavasww.com for assistance. (Free)By IBM Storage via

14) Computer Quick Reference Guide - A Mad Science Lab Reference

This the first of many applications for the Mad Science Lab, L.L.C. reference series. This application contains general reference information for those of us that don`t want to look up that hotkey for bios access or other such details. More pages will be added, as well as more informative and updated content Expect to see more in the Mad Science series ($0.99)By Mad Science Lab, L.L.C. via

15) OMITS

Open Mode Integrated Transportation System (OMITS) uses emerging information and communication technologies, such as wireless communications, Internet services, global positioning systems (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), and large scale database systems, to improve ridership of vehicles and optimize operation of transportation system.This app runs GPS in the background to collect the drive and the rider`s location. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. The user can choose to turn off GPS anytime. (Free)By NDJSE via

16) Dream Systems - developing systems so our customer can reach their audio and video dream

Dream Systems is a custom home automation design, consultation, build and integration company. We have worked on whole house audio and video, lighting, audio & video conferencing, security, and automation projects (to name a few) not to mention private home cinemas for nearly a decade now. The Dream Systems app lets you search, save and share thousands of home cinema, lighting and media room ideas and designs. You save the picture and ideas you like with your notes to a private file which you can share with anyone you choose. Have a question? No problem - from within the app ... (Free)By Planese via

17) TacLocate

TacLocate is a Geographic Information System (GIS) pocket tool. You can use GPS, WiFi and cell-phone tower signals to find your location, plot a recent history of locations, analyze data spread, plot direction vectors, explore locations using a world map, convert geographic coordinates among longitude and latitude (DD or DMS), UTM and MGRS unit systems, store location points, and send formatted TXT, CSV and KML data attachments via email, for use in spreadsheets or other map tools. (Free)By DNG via

18) CNG Viewer

CNG viewer allows you to read issues of National Geographicmagazine included on the Complete National Geographic DVD edition. Theapplication can display magazine issues located either on internal storage or on a remote desktop computer. The Complete National Geographic DVD set shall be purchased separately from a third party retailer. Developer of the CNG viewer is not affiliated with the National Geographic Society. The CNG viewer is not endorsed by the National Geographic Society. For support with the CNG Viewer please send email to supportcrystallite.info. ($4.99)By Vladimir Avdonin via

19) GPS Units Converter LITE

Convert gps coordinates to 4000+ different coordinate systems, both projected and geographic, covering the whole world ( local systems, deprecated systems, almost every system ever used anywhere ).This is a lite release and contains banners, please upgrade to gold if you want to remove them and improve readability.Cassini-Soldner, used in Italy, is implemented too.Simple to use:Select your target coordinate system and locate point in the map, below you can read coordinates in wgs84 ( map default ) and target coordinate system too( warning: many coordinate systems are valid only in limited geographic zone, you will see dashes if translation is ... (Free)By Alessandro Trebbi via

20) Super GeoGPS

This is the best tool for those working in surveying, mapping, construction, transportation, planning... It supports high precision GPS and Glonass navigation in fieldwork surveys.This tool is designed for Civil Engineer, Surveyor, Civil Surveyor, Land Surveying and TopografiaThe typical functions of Super GeoGPS:1 - Available many common reference systems, allows to set up more other reference systems.2 - Easy to finding waypoint on any reference coordinate systems by display direction, compass, distance, load Google maps. (for Civil Engineer and Surveyor)3 - Used 7 transformations parameters to automatically convert between Geographic and UTM Coordinates. Synchronize Google map with UTM zone.4 - ... (Free)By vu hong via