Sonic Compass
The Sense of North
Only for iPhone
Free
iPhone
Can humans learn a new sense?
Some Australian tribes speak in cardinal directions: east and south instead of relative left or forward.
You can learn that sense, too.
Ever wished you had a natural, built-in compass? Sonic Compass is a revolutionary tool designed to help you develop a sense of the direction of North.
Based on principles of cognitive science and predictive processing, our app creates a new sense of cardinal directions. You'll find yourself more oriented and aware, even when the app is off.
KEY FEATURES:
• LEARNING MODE: The core of the experience. Predict the direction of North after hearing a cue and receive instant spatial audio feedback. This "active inference" method is designed to build and reinforce neural pathways. You won't need to do anything except listen!
• SENSE MODE: Experience a continuous, subtle spatial sound that indicates the direction of North. It’s an ambient awareness tool that helps you have a sense of orientation without looking at a screen.
• VIBRATION MODE: For silent guidance. Get a gentle haptic pulse whenever you (or your phone) are facing North. Perfect for quick checks or keeping your phone in a pocket.
• HIGH-PRECISION SPATIAL AUDIO: We dynamically generate over 120 unique sound positions to give you an incredibly accurate and smooth sense of direction—far beyond simple stereo panning.
• POCKET CALIBRATION: Our smart offset tool allows you to calibrate the app for how you carry your phone, ensuring accuracy even when it's not held flat in your hand.
• BACKGROUND AWARENESS: Sonic Compass works just as well in the background and it's compatible with hearing music, navigational guidance, and other sounds while the app is running.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
• Hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want to rely less on GPS.
• People with accessibility needs.
• Travelers and urban explorers navigating new cities.
• Biohackers. Cyborgs. Superhumans? Everyone interested in using technology to develop a previously inaccessible sense.
You won't just know where North is. You'll feel it.
Ratings & Reviews
Added onboarding screen
The developer, AudD, LLC, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- AudD, LLC
- Size
- 28.2 MB
- Category
- Lifestyle
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2025 Mikhail Samin