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Gathering the Right Equipment for CoMapeo

Why is gathering the right equipment for CoMapeo important?

CoMapeo Mobile is designed to work on a variety of Android devices. of diverse models, It uses the basic hardware that is included in most smartphones today/nowadays: a camera, GPS, battery, and memory. However, if you are planning to use CoMapeo on/in long journeys, offline environments, and diverse weather conditions on the land, then there are important aspects to look for in a phone that can improve your experience with CoMapeo throughout your journey.


Equipment for CoMapeo Mobile

CoMapeo Mobile is currently built for android Android smartphones. It will not work with iPhones.

Features to keep in mind what selecting a device

  • Battery Life
  • Memory
  • Robustness
  • Waterproof rating (or get a good case)
  • Camera Quality
  • GPS sensitivity

Equipment for CoMapeo Collaboration Features

CoMapeo Mobile uses Wi-Fi connections to share project information and between devices, without the need for internet connection.

The features that require a Wi-Fi connection are all for collaborating with a team or adding a back-up device:

  • Inviting new collaborators to a project
  • Exchange of Observations, Tracks and Project information
  • Sending notification to a device that has been removed from a project

There are three options to choose from

right-arrow-black Conventional router installed in an office or communications center

right-arrow-black Portable router

right-arrow-black Additional smartphone capable of creating a local network offline or hotspot.


Go to 🔗 Device Setup & Maintenance for CoMapeo

Having Problems?

Go to 🔗 Troubleshooting: Setup and Customization