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6. So it is. I would never have imagined so. How bizarre.

Thu Apr 20, 2023, 03:19 PM

Apr 2023

Why, I ask, would one want to know magnetic north as a default when true north is available? I just can't imagine such compelling uses.

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I just discovered my iPhone "compass" app. [View all] WheelWalker Apr 2023 OP

It shows magnetic north. Ocelot II Apr 2023 #1

So it does. And subject to local attractions, as well. WheelWalker Apr 2023 #5

It also has an altimeter and your gps location... ret5hd Apr 2023 #2

It is magnetic Jerry2144 Apr 2023 #3

So it is. I would never have imagined so. How bizarre. WheelWalker Apr 2023 #6

It's easier to measure with a couple magnetic coils Jerry2144 Apr 2023 #8

You're welcome Jerry2144 Apr 2023 #11

It's almost unbelievable. WheelWalker Apr 2023 #10