Best Dive-Travel Apps and Gadgets
Today our phones serve as cameras, entertainment libraries and navigation systems, so it’s no surprise they have been embraced as the ultimate travel accessories. Here are some great gadgets and apps to add to your next dive plan.
Courtesy TrakdotTrakdot Luggage Tracker
Pinpoint your dive bag’s location even if the airline can’t with this tracking device. Pack the transponder in your luggage (there’s a $12.99 annual fee), and you can use the smartphone app to find your bag’s location anywhere in the world. trakdot.com
ThinkstockPADI App
The official smartphone app from PADI uses your phone’s geolocation to find nearby dive centers. It also includes the PADI eCard, so you always have your C-card on hand. (Meaning, no more last-minute panic attacks after discovering your plastic version is in the hotel room.) padi.com
Courtesy JobyGorillapod Smartphone Stand
The Griptight Gorillapod Stand is a must-have, whether you need a mount to see your phone’s GPS maps in the rental car or a solid stand for watching movies on the plane. Grippy, flexible legs make it easy to set up, while a simple adjustable grip can hold any type of phone. joby.com
ThinkstockNitrox Tools App
If you regularly dive nitrox and want a quick, accurate way to confirm your EAD, maximum/contingency depth, best mix and PPO2 calculations, the free Nitrox Tools app from More Mobile Software is the perfect way to check your math. moremobilesoftware.com
Courtesy AnkerAnker Astro 3E
With the many uses of a smartphone, a battery crisis is never far away. That’s why a backup battery pack like the Anker Astro 3E is a must-have carry-on item. It’s compact enough to fit in your pocket but packs the juice to recharge your phone multiple times. ianker.com
