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Gathering the Right Equipment for CoMapeo

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Why is gathering the right equipment for CoMapeo important?​

CoMapeo Mobile is designed to work on a variety of Android devices. of diverse models, It uses the basic hardware that is included in most smartphones today/nowadays: a camera, GPS, battery, and memory. However, if you are planning to use CoMapeo on/in long journeys, offline environments, and diverse weather conditions on the land, then there are important aspects to look for in a phone that can improve your experience with CoMapeo throughout your journey.


Equipment for CoMapeo Mobile​

CoMapeo Mobile is currently built for android Android smartphones. It will not work with iPhones.

Features to keep in mind what selecting a device

  • Battery Life

  • Memory

  • Robustness

  • Waterproof rating (or get a good case)

  • Camera Quality

  • GPS sensitivity

Equipment for CoMapeo Collaboration Features​

CoMapeo Mobile uses Wi-Fi connections to share project information and between devices, without the need for internet connection.

The features that require a Wi-Fi connection are all for collaborating with a team or adding a back-up device:

  • Inviting new collaborators to a project

  • Exchange of Observations, Tracks and Project information

  • Sending notification to a device that has been removed from a project

There are three options to choose from

right-arrow-black Conventional router installed in an office or communications center

right-arrow-black Portable router

right-arrow-black Additional smartphone capable of creating a local network offline or hotspot.


Go to 🔗 Device Setup & Maintenance for CoMapeo

Having Problems?​

Go to 🔗 Troubleshooting: Setup and Customization