Cortex Onboard

Cortex Onboard

Cortex on your mobile device

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🙌7
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📼8 scs
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📦~ in 1 month
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🗣❌ unsupported
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All Versions of Cortex Onboard

1.15.2

May 28, 2024

Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.1.34 (containing Hub version 2.1.2884 and Handset version 2.1.28). Detailed release notes can be found on garmin.com.
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1.15.1

December 14, 2023

Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.1.32 (containing Hub version 2.1.2883 and Handset version 2.1.18). Detailed release notes can be found on garmin.com.
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1.15.0

October 26, 2023

Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.1.25 (containing Hub version 2.1.2879 and Handset version 2.1.18). Detailed release notes can be found on garmin.com.
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1.14.3

June 8, 2023

Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.0.20 (containing Hub version 2.0.2808 and Handset version 2.0.18). For more details visit https://support.garmin.com/?faq=mCioc58XNq6xoAkfPApR29. VHF 2.0 fixes: - Fixed rare occurrence where WiFi is lost and Cortex is not responding. - Enhance VHF reception on weak incoming signals and avoid audio clipping.
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1.14.2

May 24, 2023

Updated privacy policy. Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.0.13 (containing Hub version 2.0.2799 and Handset version 2.0.13). For more details visit https://support.garmin.com/?faq=mCioc58XNq6xoAkfPApR29.
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1.14.1

April 5, 2023

Bug Fixes - US/Canada Weather channel fixes. Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.0.13 (containing Hub version 2.0.2799 and Handset version 2.0.13). For more details visit https://support.garmin.com/?faq=mCioc58XNq6xoAkfPApR29.
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1.14.0

March 30, 2023

Garmin is constantly working to improve Cortex and strives to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 2.0.12 (containing Hub version 2.0.2797 and Handset version 2.0.11). For more details visit https://support.garmin.com/?faq=mCioc58XNq6xoAkfPApR29.
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1.13.0

November 21, 2022

This is an app only update.  - Landscape orientation has been enabled for the iPad. - Contains Cortex software update 1.8.30 (Hub version 1.8.2551 and Handset version 1.8.27). For more details visit www.vespermarine.com/cortex-updates
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1.12.3

September 12, 2022

We are constantly working to improve Cortex and strive to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a UI fix for iOS 16 and includes Cortex Software update 1.8.30 (containing Hub version 1.8.2551 and Handset version 1.8.27).  For more details visit www.vespermarine.com/cortex-updates
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1.12.2

September 7, 2022

We are constantly working to improve Cortex and strive to make your boating a safer and more enjoyable experience. This version has a number of improvements to the Cortex Onboard app experience and includes Cortex Software update 1.8.30 (containing Hub version 1.8.2551 and Handset version 1.8.27). For more details visit www.vespermarine.com/cortex-updates
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Price History of Cortex Onboard

Description of Cortex Onboard

Cortex Onboard is free with your Cortex. Use it to configure your Cortex Hub and download updates to your Cortex devices with new features and improvements. You can also use Cortex Onboard to receive and manage alerts, view AIS information and instrument data anywhere on board your boat. View out-of-the-box sensors or NMEA 2000 networked instruments. - Setup is easy and free. - Use Cortex Onboard to configure and update your Cortex devices easily. - View AIS information and receive alerts on board direct to your device. - Manage Anchor Watch from the palm of your hand anywhere on board. - Use the Cortex Hub’s built-in sensors for battery level, barometric pressure and boat position. - Connect your Cortex Hub to NMEA 2000, or an external sensor, to add monitoring for wind, depth, bilge high water, temperature, shore power or security. - The Cortex Hub supports up to 10 WiFi devices (includes Handsets).
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Cortex Onboard: FAQ

Is Cortex Onboard available on iPad devices?

Yes, the Cortex Onboard software is iPad-compatible.
Cortex Onboard was launched by Vesper Marine Limited.
Cortex Onboard currently supports iOS 13.0 or later.
3.9: The Cortex Onboard app gets mild reviews.
Navigation Is The Primary Genre Of The Cortex Onboard App.
The latest version of the Cortex Onboard app is 1.15.2.
The date of the last Cortex Onboard update is July 1, 2024.
The Cortex Onboard app was initially released on February 6, 2023.
The Cortex Onboard app is rated Vesper Marine Limited: Contains no objectionable material.
Cortex Onboard currently features the following languages: English.
No, Cortex Onboard is not available on Apple Arcade.
No, Cortex Onboard does not offer in-app purchases.
Unfortunately, Cortex Onboard is not tailored for compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.

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Reviews of Cortex Onboard

  • Buggy and disappointing

    The idea of the Cortex is fantastic but the execution leaves much to be desired. I’m in tech and have spent more than a day trying to get this to function correctly. It seems to be both an issue with the WiFi hardware (weak signal even standing next to it) and the software. State management seems to be an issue and the WiFi networking will make you tear your hair out. And good luck trying to use the boat network. This needs lots more investment from Garmin to justify the price and make it a recommended buy. For now, skip it.

    Developer Response

    Try checking you have enabled the M1 to use the external WiFi antenna (assuming that you have one connected). Go to Settings->WiFi and make sure that the External Antenna switch is on.
  • Garmin support is poor

    Garmin tech support barely know they own Vesper. The onboard app has never worked and a Garmin can’t or won’t be bothered to help despite repeated attempts and replacement hardware. The VHF is glitchy and I can’t honestly say I trust it. We often get disconnect alarms, usually in the middle of the night, often during passages, disconcerting to say the least. Hopefully Garmin take this product seriously and supply the necessary support and updates.
  • Vesper is the Best

    IMO Vesper is the best marine hardware and software company out there. Everything they do exudes quality, care, and thoughtful consideration. Cortex is no exception, and is a central and critical piece of safety equipment aboard my sailboat. Vesper support is excellent, they’ve been very receptive and responsive to suggestions, and continually rolling out improvements. I do hope all of these positive qualities continue following the Garmin acquisition.