Compass Camera

Compass Camera mixes two ordinary phone jobs, and that mash-up is the whole point: you point the camera while also getting a direction readout, so it is for people who want a quick heading while looking at the scene in front of them. By our assessment, it is strongest as a lightweight field helper, especially when someone wants orientation without leaving the camera feel of the phone. The downside is that this kind of app depends on sensors and on clean conditions, so it will not be the thing people rely on when accuracy really matters. In use, the appeal is immediate and slightly utilitarian: one screen, one glance, less switching around. Compass Camera sits between a camera app and a compass app rather than replacing either one, which is a sensible place for it. It makes most sense for casual navigation and checking direction on the move.