# SkyPro GPS Status Tool

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id736543912](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id736543912)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id736543912`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** NAMSUNG AMERICA, INC.
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 2.20 / 5 (29 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.7.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-26
- **First published:** 2013-11-04
- **Size:** 30 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skypro-gps-status-tool/id736543912)
- **Website:** [https://www.dualav.com/](https://www.dualav.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.dualav.com/footer/privacy.php](http://www.dualav.com/footer/privacy.php)

## Description

The SkyPro app is a simple utility application for use with the SkyPro GPS Receiver from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150(A/E), XGPS160. 

This app shows detailed information from the GPS receiver including: 
- The number of GPS and GLONASS satellites in view and their signal strength (GLONASS satellites are not enabled in XGPS150)
- Your current location, or an indication that the device is still waiting for satellite information 
- Whether or not the GPS receiver is actively connected to the iPhone/iPod. 
- The battery level of the GPS receiver 
- Whether or not the GPS receiver is charging 

This app will also allow you to turn on/off automatic route recording, and download the recorded routes stored in the internal memory of the XGPS160. 

Installation of this app is optional. You do not have to install this app in order to make the GPS receiver work with your iPhone/iPod. 

Languages: English 

Requirements: 
- Compatible with iPhone/iPod. 
- Requires iOS 8.0 or later 
- For use ONLY with the SkyPro GPS from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150 and XGPS160.

## Rankings

- #288,415 — Overall

## Review summary

SkyPro’s app is strong for cross-model support and rich GPS data, with firmware update capability and Bluetooth sharing across devices. However, recurring issues include pairing/recognition problems, stability crashes, firmware-update risks, device compatibility gaps between iPad and iPhone, and perceived slow legacy support. Overall, the core features and GPS reliability are praised, but reliability and vendor responsiveness are the main pain points.

### Pros

- Cross-model support: auto-detects XGPS150/160 and shows data for the connected device.
- Provides rich GPS data and telemetry accessible through the app.
- Firmware updates are manageable via the app (update workflow built into SkyPro).
- Bluetooth GPS sharing: can broadcast GPS to multiple devices for shared navigation.
- Strong GPS performance in demanding contexts (e.g., aviation) with good integration to flight apps.

### Cons

- Bluetooth pairing/recognition can be slow or fail, with occasional long pairing times or misrecognition of the device.
- App stability is inconsistent: frequent crashes, including on splash screens or when accessing/sharing logs.
- Firmware updates can brick the device or degrade performance, with multiple reports of unusable units after updates.
- Inconsistent compatibility across devices (e.g., works on iPad but not on iPhone; some devices fail to be recognized by the app).
- Vendor support appears slow or neglectful for legacy devices, leading to frustration about updates and continued compatibility.

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