Compass When navigating with Waze or Google Maps, we can always see the direction or where the phone is facing thanks to a built-in hardware, in addition to GPS. Almost all smartphones come equipped with a magnetometer, which allows the phone to function as a compass. Many phone operating systems, including iOS, have developed a dedicated Compass app that can be easily accessed from the app list. Leveler In addition to being a compass, did you know that your phone can also be your pocket leveler? Sun Tracker By utilizing data from various sources such as the compass, location, maps, and ephemeris information, your phone can track the estimated trajectory of the sun and moon. However, unlike compass and level, you may only find a sun tracker app via third-party developers. Read more in our articles including "Practical Things You Didn't Know Your Smartphones Can Do" and "OPPO Reno15 Series 5G: Delivering the Complete Mobile Creator Experience".
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Feb 28, 2026Compass When navigating with Waze or Google Maps, we can always see the direction or where the phone is facing thanks to a built-in hardware, in addition to GPS. Almost all smartphones come equipped with a magnetometer, which allows the phone to function as a compass.
Many phone operating systems, including iOS, have developed a dedicated Compass app that can be easily accessed from the app list. Leveler In addition to being a compass, did you know that your phone can also be your pocket leveler? Sun Tracker By utilizing data from various sources such as the compass, location, maps, and ephemeris information, your phone can track the estimated trajectory of the sun and moon.
Our coverage of compass includes: "Practical Things You Didn't Know Your Smartphones Can Do"; "OPPO Reno15 Series 5G: Delivering the Complete Mobile Creator Experience"; "Infinix NOTE 60 Pro: First Snapdragon-powered Infinix phone, head-turner design". Each article provides unique insights and information.