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HAM Distance: Grid & Callsignv5.0

Released April 9, 2026Redesign

iOS

What changed

  • PerformanceComplete rebuild for native iOS experience with improved speed and smoothness
  • New featureAutomatic iCloud sync for saved pairs across devices
  • New featureInteractive Apple Maps integration with markers and distance lines
  • PlatformNew Home screen widgets for latest calculations
  • New featureNew statistics dashboard with distance metrics and distribution charts
  • MonetizationAdded tip jar for optional developer support
  • PerformanceFaster callsign lookups via local caching
  • UXEnhanced Maidenhead grid locator support for 2-8 characters
  • UXRedesigned calculator interface with persistent input state
  • UXSecure credential storage using iOS Keychain

Original release notes

Completely rebuilt from the ground up!

NEW IN 5.0
• Native iOS experience — faster, smoother, and designed for iPhone
• iCloud sync — your saved pairs sync across devices automatically, no account needed
• Apple Maps — interactive map with markers and distance lines for every pair
• Home screen widgets — see your latest calculation at a glance
• Statistics dashboard — total contacts, longest/shortest distance, average, and distribution chart
• Tip jar — support development if you find the app useful

IMPROVED
• Faster callsign lookups with local caching
• Better Maidenhead grid locator support (2-8 characters)
• Cleaner calculator interface with persistent input state
• Secure credential storage in iOS Keychain

This is a major rewrite. If you run into any issues, please reach out at [email protected].

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