Apps

[AJoy]

I leave to begin my pilgrimage at the end of the month. Initially I was not going to take any technology with me but have decided to carry my phone.

I downloaded the following Applications - Wise Pilgrim:Frances; Frances; and Buen Camino and I'm now confused as to which one is the most up-to-date and which to use, if any. I also have John Brierley's Guide.

Any guidance welcome.

 

[trecile]

Both Wise Pilgrim and Buen Camino have up to date information. They are just organized a bit differently. I use both apps. Make sure that you have downloaded all the data and maps to be able to use them offline.

 

[AJoy]

Both Wise Pilgrim and Buen Camino have up to date information. They are just organized a bit differently. I use both apps. Make sure that you have downloaded all the data and maps to be able to use them offline.

Thank you Trecile.

 

[NomadBoomer]

I found the Gronze.com website to be a great resource. It's a Spanish website but my android phone did a great job of automatically translating into English. It has all of the usual useful info on stages, towns, elevations etc. The reviews of accomodation are pretty accurate.

 

[Bothydave]

Gronze is good. Open it with Chrome and it automatically translates for you

 

[AJoy]

I found the Gronze.com website to be a great resource. It's a Spanish website but my android phone did a great job of automatically translating into English. It has all of the usual useful info on stages, towns, elevations etc. The reviews of accomodation are pretty accurate.

Thank you for this suggestion. I'll take a look.

 

[krystianw]

Another vote for Gronze. It's Spanish-only, has an outdated design, and is pretty difficult to navigate; but it's the most comprehensive Camino resource that I know of.

 

[Jenyat53]

I am having a great deal of trouble getting the Buen Camino app to download offline maps. Any advice welcome.
I know I used offline maps with ease on the Frances years ago but am now struggling on the Norte.
TIA

 

[trecile]

I am having a great deal of trouble getting the Buen Camino app to download offline maps. Any advice welcome.
I know I used offline maps with ease on the Frances years ago but am now struggling on the Norte.
TIA

Is it getting "stuck" in the download process? That's happened to me before. You need a good Internet connection and persistence! You can also send a message to the developer through the app.

I would also download the Wise Pilgrim app.

 

[Jenyat53]

Is it getting "stuck" in the download process? That's happened to me before. You need a good Internet connection and persistence! You can also send a message to the developer through the app.

I would also download the Wise Pilgrim app.

Thanks Trecile, I also have the Wise Pilgrim app but am very disappointed to find the Buen Camino app less functional than before.

 

[trecile]

Thanks Trecile, I also have the Wise Pilgrim app but am very disappointed to find the Buen Camino app less functional than before.

I understand because Buen Camino is my "go to" app. Just keep trying is all that I can say. You may even need to uninstall, or clear the app's cache.

 

[Jenyat53]

I understand because Buen Camino is my "go to" app. Just keep trying is all that I can say. You may even need to uninstall, or clear the app's cache.

Many thanks Trecile.
Any tips on how to clear the app’s cache ? I have already reinstalled.

 

[trecile]

Many thanks Trecile.
Any tips on how to clear the app’s cache ? I have already reinstalled.

Here are instructions for iPhone

How to clear cache on iPhone (Browser & App) | 91mobiles.com

Cache at times can be a burden to the storage, especially on iPhones with low storage capacity. Here's how to clear app and browser cache on iPhones.

www.91mobiles.com

And Android

https://www.androidpolice.com/clear-app-cache-data-android/

 

[Jenyat53]

 

[Bothydave]

Here are instructions for iPhone

How to clear cache on iPhone (Browser & App) | 91mobiles.com

Cache at times can be a burden to the storage, especially on iPhones with low storage capacity. Here's how to clear app and browser cache on iPhones.

www.91mobiles.com

And Android

https://www.androidpolice.com/clear-app-cache-data-android/

Very useful advice and easy to achieve