The debate is always ongoing, “What’s better? An iPhone, or an android?” Androids are usually less expensive, arguably easier to fix and have more design options. Now that the new iPhone 7 has made an appearance, it is showcasing water resistance, speedand longer battery life. But, can it actually help you drive better? Well, check these points out…
Point 1: Automatic Pro
This app for the iPhone 7 connects by a Bluetooth adaptor to your vehicle’s On-Board Diagnostics and helps you to audit your driving habits, while at the same time assists you in maximizing your fuel efficiency. You can keep constant track of your car. This app will show you your real-time location in that crowded parking lot, and will let you pinpoint where your family is when they’re on the road without you. If you drive too aggressively, it will beep so you can change what you’re doing. If Automatic Pro detects a crash, it will contact automatically you, your family, emergency services, and your insurance agent!
Point 2: SpeedPro
This $1.99 app verifies your driving speed within a fraction of a mile using GPS, and mirrors your screen to serve as a heads-up display so your iPhone 7 can be securely placed on your dashboard. You’ll immediately see your latitude, longitude, even your elevation (thanks to the US Geological Survey)!
Point 3: TomTom
This guy has been completely revamped, and it’s free for the first 50 miles you drive each month. After that, you’ll need an unlimited use subscription. What it provides are speed camera warnings with a nice clean interface, making it easier to look at while driving
Point 4: Waze
This can’t be beat for the price – free! This app provides automatic rerouting, voice navigation, and the capacity to send an ETA to your family and friends, so they’ll know that you’re due to arrive. Crowd sourcing keeps you aware of traffic jams, police traps, or accidents up ahead.
Point 5: Carcorder
All you’ll need is a dashboard mount and this app will transforms your iPhone 7 into a dashcam. You’ll be able to record your journey, an invaluable piece of evidence in case you’re in an accident. Track your location, and see when you’re driving too fast, all for only $1.99.
Point 6: iOnRoad
This app uses GPS and your phone’s updated camera to determine the amount of time it will take you to collide with the car in front of you. It also includes speed sign detection, and a color coded chart which will let you know when you’re getting too close to the vehicle in front of you.
Point 7: iCarMode
Providing a large button display for your dashboard-mounted iPhone 7 ($1.99), the iCarMode makes it easier for you to call friends, activate your music player and more. You can also use it with shortcut support apps like TuneIn Radio, Audible, and Spotify.
Finally, GasBuddy
This must-have provides a list of the lowest gas prices in your area, as well as a trip cost calculator.
All of these apps and your iPhone 7’s upgraded camera, and new wireless AirPod headphones that fit into your phone’s Lightning port will help you to be a better, more aware driver! Whether you own an iPhone or android,there are many apps available to help you be a better driver.
