# BGAN Pointer

> Augmented reality BGAN terminal satellite pointing and line-of-sight tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Livewire Digital Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bgan-pointer/id553839943 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Livewire Digital Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/553839946)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.27/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-08-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bgan-pointer/id553839943/reviews.md

## What is BGAN Pointer?

Point your BGAN terminal with this app from Livewire Digital Ltd. Quickly locate satellites and use augmented reality to check line of sight for optimal performance.

## Key features

- Satellite location
- Augmented reality line of sight
- BGAN terminal optimization
- Quick satellite finding

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bgan-pointer/id553839943/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Has not been updated

*2023-11-06*

Way out of date. No I6 satellites.

### 5/5 — Was looking for something like this for a while!

*2018-07-14, version 1.3*

Awesome to see one specifically targeted at the Inmarsat network specifically! :D

### 4/5 — Too bad no iOS 11 update

*2017-10-29, version 1.0*

This was great for doing rough spotting and helping users find a good place to set up the BGAN. Wish it was iOS 11-compatible.

### 2/5 — Update it to iOS 11

*2017-10-20, version 1.0*

Can you please update it to work with iOS 11.

### 5/5 — AeonSatCom.  Nakajima

*2015-04-22*

衛星電話の販売やレンタルをしていますが、こちらのアプリは実務で使用可能で便利です。
BGANシリーズのExplorer700を使用していますが本機の位置決めの際とても役に立っています。
最寄りの衛星を目視で確認できるため正確に方向や角度を調節出来るので最高のパフォーマンスを得る事が出来ています。

We have the sale and rental of satellite phone, but this app is convenient and can be used in practice. We are using a Explorer700 of BGAN series, but has helped so when the positioning of the unit. It is possible to adjust the exact direction and angle it is possible to check the nearest satellite visually we are able to get the best performance.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2015-03-08, version 1.0*

I use it to rough point the antenna on my isatphonepro hand held sat phone.

### 5/5 — 衛星電話の電波調査に

*2013-11-07*

衛星電話 BGANだけでなく、ISATPHONE の電波調査に重宝してます。

### 5/5 — Simple but powerful tool for checking line of sight

*2012-08-28, version 1.0*

Just follow the circles - camera shows if you have a clear view of the nearest BGAN satellite.

## Frequently asked questions about BGAN Pointer

### What is BGAN Pointer used for?

BGAN Pointer is used to quickly locate satellites and utilize augmented reality to check the line of sight for your BGAN terminal, ensuring optimal performance.

### What devices does BGAN Pointer support?

BGAN Pointer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How accurate is BGAN Pointer?

The app's accuracy for satellite pointing and line of sight is crucial for optimal performance, though specific accuracy metrics are not detailed.

### When was BGAN Pointer last updated?

BGAN Pointer was last updated on January 2, 2018, with version 1.3.

### What is the age rating for BGAN Pointer?

BGAN Pointer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does BGAN Pointer have ads?

No, BGAN Pointer does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for BGAN Pointer?

BGAN Pointer has a rating of 3.3 stars based on 11 user ratings.

### Is BGAN Pointer free to download?

Yes, BGAN Pointer is available for free download.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.3 — 2018-01-02

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Added support for iOS 11.
Updated satellite locations (including the new Inmarsat Alphasat satellite).
You can now choose your location on a map if a GPS fix is not available.
Bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2012-08-28

No release notes.

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