GeyserTimes
4.4star
74 reviews
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About this app
GeyserTimes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the acquisition, preservation and dissemination of geyser-related data.
EXPLORE THE LATEST GEYSER ACTIVITY
• Check out daily geyser activity in summary or timeline mode.
• Click on eruptions and notes for more details, such as comments, confirms, flags and attachments.
• Hover over or long click on eruptions and notes for popups with additional information.*
• View the latest information on your favorite geysers in a personalized for you screen.
• Analyze geyser behavior using interval and duration charts.
PLAN YOUR DAY WITH PREDICTIONS
• View predictions made by the National Park Service.
• View predictions made by GeyserTimes, which are available for additional geysers and recalculated while offline.
(ℹ️: Geysers are natural features without a schedule and estimates are derived from user reports.)
WATCH THE WEBCAM
• View the Old Faithful live stream directly on your phone.
• Cast the Old Faithful live stream to your TV using Google Chromecast.
SUBMIT YOUR OBSERVATIONS
• Enter eruption times for geysers.
• Determine eruption durations with ease using the included stopwatch.
• Enter notes to document interesting geyser behavior.
• Comment on other entries to add additional details.
• Confirm or flag entries.
• Add attachments to entries, such as YouTube videos or Flickr photos.
(🔒: Free GeyserTimes account required. Don't have an account? Sign up within the app.)
DON'T RELY ON A CONNECTION
• Access the latest activity even when no connection is available thanks to an offline database.
• Submit your latest observations even when offline.
• Downlaod additional data if more is required.
• Delete unused data to save storage on your device.
(⚠️: Internet connection required for sync and download.)
PRIVACY
• Location Permission: used to suggest nearby geysers. If you deny this permission, suggestions will be based on your last entered eruption instead.
• Approximate Location Permission: used to calculate sunrise and sunset time for automatic night mode. If you deny this permission, fixed times will be used instead.
• Google Analytics for Firebase: collects usage and behavior data for improving the user experience. You can opt out within the settings.
• Firebase Crashlytics: collects crash reports for faster and easier bug fixes. You can opt out within the settings.
• GeyserTimes Account: for the attribution and credibility of data users must identify themselves using their real name and email address to submit data. All data can be accessed without an account, though.
SEND FEEDBACK & RECOMMEND US
GeyserTimes is developed and maintained with love, sweat and tears by volunteers and will continue to evolve as we strive to provide the best experience to our users. Therefore, we welcome any feedback or suggestions and are thankful for all bug and crash reports. If you like our app, please consider rating us and recommending us to your friends.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ⚠️
Even though GeyserTimes is optimized for offline use, a data connection is required to retrieve updated data. As cellular data connectivity and Wi-Fi availability is limited in Yellowstone, we recommend downloading and setting up the app before you arrive as well as syncing the app before leaving your accommodation every day.
(* Compatible devices include the Samsung Galaxy S and Note series)
EXPLORE THE LATEST GEYSER ACTIVITY
• Check out daily geyser activity in summary or timeline mode.
• Click on eruptions and notes for more details, such as comments, confirms, flags and attachments.
• Hover over or long click on eruptions and notes for popups with additional information.*
• View the latest information on your favorite geysers in a personalized for you screen.
• Analyze geyser behavior using interval and duration charts.
PLAN YOUR DAY WITH PREDICTIONS
• View predictions made by the National Park Service.
• View predictions made by GeyserTimes, which are available for additional geysers and recalculated while offline.
(ℹ️: Geysers are natural features without a schedule and estimates are derived from user reports.)
WATCH THE WEBCAM
• View the Old Faithful live stream directly on your phone.
• Cast the Old Faithful live stream to your TV using Google Chromecast.
SUBMIT YOUR OBSERVATIONS
• Enter eruption times for geysers.
• Determine eruption durations with ease using the included stopwatch.
• Enter notes to document interesting geyser behavior.
• Comment on other entries to add additional details.
• Confirm or flag entries.
• Add attachments to entries, such as YouTube videos or Flickr photos.
(🔒: Free GeyserTimes account required. Don't have an account? Sign up within the app.)
DON'T RELY ON A CONNECTION
• Access the latest activity even when no connection is available thanks to an offline database.
• Submit your latest observations even when offline.
• Downlaod additional data if more is required.
• Delete unused data to save storage on your device.
(⚠️: Internet connection required for sync and download.)
PRIVACY
• Location Permission: used to suggest nearby geysers. If you deny this permission, suggestions will be based on your last entered eruption instead.
• Approximate Location Permission: used to calculate sunrise and sunset time for automatic night mode. If you deny this permission, fixed times will be used instead.
• Google Analytics for Firebase: collects usage and behavior data for improving the user experience. You can opt out within the settings.
• Firebase Crashlytics: collects crash reports for faster and easier bug fixes. You can opt out within the settings.
• GeyserTimes Account: for the attribution and credibility of data users must identify themselves using their real name and email address to submit data. All data can be accessed without an account, though.
SEND FEEDBACK & RECOMMEND US
GeyserTimes is developed and maintained with love, sweat and tears by volunteers and will continue to evolve as we strive to provide the best experience to our users. Therefore, we welcome any feedback or suggestions and are thankful for all bug and crash reports. If you like our app, please consider rating us and recommending us to your friends.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ⚠️
Even though GeyserTimes is optimized for offline use, a data connection is required to retrieve updated data. As cellular data connectivity and Wi-Fi availability is limited in Yellowstone, we recommend downloading and setting up the app before you arrive as well as syncing the app before leaving your accommodation every day.
(* Compatible devices include the Samsung Galaxy S and Note series)
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Ratings and reviews
4.5
66 reviews
James M
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January 27, 2022
I used to love using this app to figure out geyser times, see notes left by other people, etc. At some point since the update to the most recent Android this app has stopped working right. It just doesn't sync properly with the servers. As a result there aren't any up-to-date predictions, even the NPS predictions that should always be there. Loved the app, lovedthe concept but it just doesn't work anymore. I've deleted data and reinstalled and it didn't help sadly. Total bummer.
3 people found this review helpful
GeyserTimes
January 27, 2022
We apologize for the inconvenience, James. In rare cases, a corrupt database may permanently cause syncing to fail. This can be fixed by cleaning the database through our app’s settings. Unfortunately, due to a 350 characters limit we can’t provide detailed instructions here. Please contact support@geysertimes.org for further assistance.
Robert Bailey
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July 29, 2021
Not exactly sure of the "why" this update except for known issues with stability of the previous version which crashed every time Emily tried to make an entry. I totally do not like the new version of "Favorites" which attempts to combine time since last eruption, last know eruption, and prediction as well as image. REALLY!! I used to use this all the time with knowledge of the latest interval. I could view the previous version of "Favorites" on a single screen but now have to scroll through at least four screens to get the same information. This is NOT progress. The issue with entering eruptions to the nearest second is a joke. Take Grotto Fountain - often you get meaningful pushes as much as a foot or more tall, but many would not consider this an eruption until Grotto Fountain gets to eye level. However, the real start (to the nearest second) would make the time the push elevated above the crater. I have others "jump" my entry by claiming that Castle started three seconds before my FRS call, and just when does one enter the to-the-second start of most Beehives. This is nothing more than a group of "experts" letting the casual observers know that our input is not welcome. I guess I need to keep my Beehive Indicator calls to my self - especially during the night hours.
2 people found this review helpful
GeyserTimes
April 26, 2015
Bob, You can still access your selected geysers in the navigation drawer that can be pulled out on the left side of the device on any screen!
Tam Thom
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August 15, 2021
Not able to visit Yellowstone until next year, this app satisfies the geyser geek in me. I even got to see Giantess erupt on the 11th and 12th! Picture quality is quite good. Lots of variety as whoever is in control moves the direction and focus of the camera around.
GeyserTimes
August 15, 2021
Thank you Tam for your positive review. We are glad you like our webcam functionality and hope your travels will take you to Yellowstone next year. Go Giantess! 🎉
What's new
4.1.3
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
4.1.2
• User account management
• Updated design matching the new Material Design 3 guidelines
• Support for Android 12
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
4.1.2
• User account management
• Updated design matching the new Material Design 3 guidelines
• Support for Android 12
• Bug fixes and stability improvements