# RBN View

> View and analyze archived Reverse Beacon Network data on iPhone. (iPhone/iPad app by Kazunori Watanabe.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rbn-view/id1102980520 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kazunori Watanabe](https://appshunter.io/developer/709465263)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rbn-view/id1102980520/reviews.md

## What is RBN View?

View past ReverseBeaconNetwork data on your iPhone. 

Reverse beacon network has accumulated so many data, too many so you cannot display even one day data which exceeds 65k lines as this is usually limit of most of spread sheet application. 

You can download data by choosing date (possibly major contest weekend), back to main screen you can see list of date of data already downloaded on device. Choose one of these then next screen shows the list of beacon station with number of spot on chosen date. You can sort these data by Beacon(Spotter) station (default), by clock hour (GMT), by DX station, or by bands. 

Choose one of these sorted data and you can see detailed spotted data as a list on next screen. You can also export these data into cvs format into your iCloud or send an email attachment which now contains less than 65,000 lines of data so easily read in your spreadsheet application (e.g. Excel, Libre Office, Numbers, etc)

As this app reads lots of data, it takes some time to navigate next screen or sorting data. Performance will be improved in next version of release and/or by device upgrade. 

This app only shows archived data, not real time stream.

## Key features

- View past Reverse Beacon Network data
- Download data by date
- Sort data by Beacon, hour, DX station, or band
- View detailed spotted data
- Export data to CSV format
- Save data to iCloud or email attachment

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rbn-view/id1102980520/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Useful app

*2022-11-23*

This is an app I find very useful . It’s sorting and download facility really helpful

Well done   Nick G4IWO

### 3/5 — Good Start but Needs Search to be Useful

*2020-12-06, version 1.20*

I agree with the previous review and would even go so far as to say this app really isn’t completed yet without a call sign search function.  I hope the author will take the time to add it someday.

### 3/5 — Need callsign search

*2018-06-13, version 1.1*

This app needs the option to search for specific callsigns.

## Frequently asked questions about RBN View

### What is RBN View?

RBN View allows you to view and analyze historical data from the Reverse Beacon Network on your iPhone. It helps you access and sort past beacon spots for detailed analysis.

### Does RBN View show real-time data?

No, RBN View only displays archived data. It does not provide a real-time stream of beacon activity.

### Can I export my data from RBN View?

Yes, you can export your spotted data in CSV format. This allows you to easily import and analyze the data in spreadsheet applications like Excel or Numbers.

### What devices does RBN View support?

RBN View is designed for iPhones and iPods. It is compatible with devices running iOS.

### How often is RBN View updated?

The latest version of RBN View is 1.20, last updated on June 24, 2020. Performance improvements are planned for future releases.

### What is the age rating for RBN View?

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

### What are the limitations of RBN View?

The app mentions that navigating and sorting large datasets can take time, and performance may depend on the device. It also notes that some spreadsheet applications have line limits for data display.

### What is the user sentiment for RBN View?

RBN View has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings, indicating a mixed to negative user sentiment based on the available data.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.20 — 2020-06-24

In this update, some minor performance improvements were made. 

Wish enjoy using this app!

### 1.1 — 2016-05-04

Made some performance improvement and bug fix. 

As usual, any feedback is appreciated. Send to:
mj0cfw@gmail.com

### 1.0 — 2016-04-21

No release notes.

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