Beacon

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About this app

Name

Beacon

category

Social

Price

Free

Safety

100% Safe

Developer

Castle Information Systems

Version

1.1.0

Beacon - Your Real-Time Location Assistant

Brief

Beacon is an innovative app designed to make your in-person meetups seamless and punctual. With this app, you can effortlessly share your Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) with others without the hassle of texting or calling. Whether you're heading to a familiar location or a hidden gem off the beaten path, Beacon makes sharing your destination incredibly simple.

Core Features

  • 📍 Location-Based Beacon Creation: Easily set up a beacon at any map location for others to find you 🔎.
  • 🔍 Address and Business Search: Find and mark specific businesses or addresses to meet up 🏢.
  • 🤝 Beacon Sharing: Share your beacon with anyone – friends, family, or co-workers for coordinated gatherings 🔄.
  • 🚗 Transport Mode Options: Select auto, bike, walk, or public transport to reflect your mode of travel 🛴.
  • 🛣️ Navigation with Privacy: Begin navigation to share your ETA while keeping your location to yourself 🔒.

Pros

  • 👥 Enhanced Meetup Coordination: Share ETAs and meeting spots without the need for continuous communication ✅.
  • 🚦 Traffic Updates: Inform your contacts if you’re stuck in traffic, ensuring safety and convenience ⏱️.
  • 🔄 Reusability of Beacons: Save your frequently visited beacons such as Home or Work for quick access 📍.
  • Arrival Notifications: Both parties are notified upon arrival, eliminating unnecessary wait times or confirmations 📲.

Cons

  • 📡 Dependance on Connectivity: The app's functionality is reduced in areas with poor internet connection 🌐.
  • 🚀 Battery Usage: Continuous use of GPS and real-time sharing can drain battery life faster than usual 🔋.
  • 🗺️ Map Accuracy: Occasionally, map inaccuracies could lead to beacon placement issues 💼.
  • 🔄 User Base Dependence: The effectiveness is greater when more people in your network use Beacon 📶.

Price

💵 Beacon is a free-to-use application, but keep an eye out for any potential in-app purchases that might enhance your experience 👀.

In Summary

Beacon provides a seamless way to make in-person meetings more predictable and stress-free. With its user-friendly interface and array of navigation options, this app empowers you to share your location and ETA smartly, without infringing on your privacy. Enhance your coordination today by integrating Beacon into your routine!

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