# XGPS170 Status Tool

> Utility app for XGPS170 receiver showing weather, traffic, GPS, and battery status. (iPhone/iPad app by NAMSUNG AMERICA, INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xgps170-status-tool/id625480396 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NAMSUNG AMERICA, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/345119802)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.93/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 34 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-03-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xgps170-status-tool/id625480396/reviews.md

## What is XGPS170 Status Tool?

The ADS-B Status Tool app is a simple utility application for use with the GPS+ADS-B Weather and Traffic Receiver (model XGPS170) from Dual Electronics Corp. The app shows detailed information from the XGPS170 including:
    • Whether or not the device is receiving an ADS-B signal
    • What kind of ADS-B information is being received
    • A graphical view of the weather around your current location
    • A graphical view of traffic data being received, if any
    • The number of GPS satellites in view and their signal strength
    • Your location, or whether the device is still waiting for satellite information
    • The battery level of the XGPS170
    • Whether or not the XGPS170 is charging

The app also allows device settings to be adjusted, including:
    • GPS refresh rate
    • Indicator brightness
    • Sleep timeout

Installation of this app is optional. The XGPS170 does not require this app to be installed on your iPad in order to work. 

Please note:
    1) This app is not designed to replace an EFB app on your iPad. It is designed simply as way to confirm the proper operation of the XGPS170.
    2) The information provided by this app is for reference only, and should not be used for making critical flight decisions.

## Key features

- ADS-B signal reception status
- Weather and traffic data visualization
- GPS satellite view and signal strength
- Device battery level and charging status
- Adjustable GPS refresh rate
- Indicator brightness control

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xgps170-status-tool/id625480396/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work, no help

*2018-10-19*

Terrible product and worse tech support. Don’t buy from this company.

### 1/5 — Can not use it.

*2018-09-10*

Problem started couple of weeks ago when my iPad was updated to OS. 11.0 It works with my iPhone X. Don’t know what to do. I thought the problem was FlyQ until tonight reading all these comments. So, what are we suppose to do?

### 3/5 — Need update

*2018-03-20*

Need update

### 1/5 — Does work with iOS 11

*2017-11-27*

Doesn’t work with iOS 11 and it’s been useless fo so long, it appears the developer has no interest in keeping it up to date. I’ll never spend money on a product from this company again.

### 3/5 — Update Status Tool

*2017-11-20*

Try to update to the Status Utilities - link below. 
This fixed weather reporting. Info screens a bit different. Will update rating after use in flight.

### 1/5 — iOS 11

*2017-09-24*

This app will not work with iOS 11. It was nice when it worked, no more.....

### 2/5 — Dual XGPS no longer works with FlyQ EFB?

*2016-09-19*

Not sure of the source of the problem, but I no longer see traffic and weather, only GPS in FlyQ EFB. I fly at night, and got caught in cumulus clouds because I was not getting radar images. I have ADS-B out installed in my plane. What has happened?

### 1/5 — App crashes

*2015-04-11*

App functioned with earlier version of iOS, but crashes when receiving any data.  Absolutely no support for use with dual receiver

### 1/5 — IOS, or other issue?

*2014-10-22*

Not sure if due to Apple IOS upgrade, but can not adjust XGPS 170 status page. Using FlightPlanGo App, iPad freezes between 'procedures/airport diagram' and 'maps' pages. States connected, but app unusable. Crashes at critical points. Lack of reachable support with FlightPlan Go App and/or Dual XGPS 170 tech people. Unfortunately, did not use in aircraft before IOS upgrade, so can't compare. Currently, unusable.

### 1/5 — ios 8 compatible?

*2014-10-22*

App crashes. Cannot adjust unit settings such as brightness and sleep times. Touch screen does not respond. Is it just me? Seems like it worked a few weeks ago before upgrading my operating system to iOS 8. Useful app when it works.

## Frequently asked questions about XGPS170 Status Tool

### What is the XGPS170 Status Tool?

The XGPS170 Status Tool is a free utility app designed to display detailed information from the Dual Electronics XGPS170 GPS+ADS-B Weather and Traffic Receiver. It shows signal status, weather and traffic data, GPS information, and device battery levels.

### Does the XGPS170 Status Tool require the XGPS170 receiver?

Yes, this app is specifically designed to work with the XGPS170 GPS+ADS-B Weather and Traffic Receiver. It displays data and allows settings adjustments for that specific device.

### Can I use the XGPS170 Status Tool for critical flight decisions?

No, the information provided by the XGPS170 Status Tool is for reference only and should not be used for making critical flight decisions. It is intended to confirm the proper operation of the XGPS170, not to replace an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) app.

### What kind of weather information does the XGPS170 Status Tool show?

The app provides a graphical view of the weather around your current location, received via the XGPS170 receiver. It also displays the type of ADS-B information being received.

### Does the XGPS170 Status Tool have ads?

No, the XGPS170 Status Tool does not contain advertisements. It is a free utility application.

### What devices is the XGPS170 Status Tool compatible with?

The XGPS170 Status Tool is currently supported on iPads. It is not available for other devices like iPhones or Android tablets.

### How often is the XGPS170 Status Tool updated?

The XGPS170 Status Tool was last updated on March 29, 2013, to version 1.0. There have been no updates since its initial release.

### What is the user rating for the XGPS170 Status Tool?

The XGPS170 Status Tool has a user rating of 1.9 stars based on 14 ratings. This indicates a generally negative user sentiment.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2013-03-29

No release notes.

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